This article covers the symptoms of concussion and the key roles that GPs play in early management. It discusses factors that affect recovery and the advice GPs should give to patients to help prevent escalation of symptoms and to promote earlier recovery. Finally, it describes the ACC funded Concussion Service
Commitment issues - DHB and general practice disconnect in Taranaki
+In the spotlight
Commitment issues - DHB and general practice disconnect in Taranaki
Saturday 25 September 2021, 09:00 AM

Hāwera Hospital, photographed a year ago, now has its own general practice
In October 2020, New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa journalist Zahra Shahtahmasebi hit the road and headed for Taranaki with one simple objective – to visit healthcare providers around the mountain and see what they’re up to. She found herself in the midst of an imploding relationship between the DHB and local practices
Alternatives to the primary care norm, Most New Zealand primary care is delivered by privately owned general practices under the PHO Services Agreement. Exceptions include:
PHO-owned