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To think the Physician Associate / Doctor row should focus on patient protection/ care transparency as opposed to a toxic work environment

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Ra1nRa1n · 23/11/2024 06:18

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2dly5ldrxjo

Was becoming increasingly worried under the Tories how PA numbers were increasing whilst doctor numbers seem to be diminishing and how you often have no idea who you’re dealing with or indeed any choice.

Glad labour are looking at the issue but why is the focus more on a toxic environment as opposed to patient care and protection?

An NHS hospital worker wearing scrubs and a hair net stands against a wall inside a hospital in Newcastle while looking pensive. Stock photo illustration.

War on the wards – how staffing row has split NHS

A toxic row has engulfed the NHS, say ministers. So why have doctors turned on physician associates?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2dly5ldrxjo

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ineedsun · 23/11/2024 06:28

I think the issue is both.

The issue of regulation and governance is vital but the bullying that is rife on Twitter is unprofessional and in many cases smacks of elitism. If that level of behaviour and ostracism is going on in a healthcare setting that’s a huge risk. It’s well documented that communication is often cited as a contributing factor in SIs, this would just feed into that.

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Ra1nRa1n · 23/11/2024 06:28

Yes toxicity can impact patient care but far lesser qualified staff treating patients with little transparency or choice is even more dangerous. I want to know how qualified people treating me are and to have a choice when needing treatment from a doctor.

There seems to be little focus or concern about this other than from doctors who can see the risks.

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Guavafish1 · 23/11/2024 06:21

toxic environment can impacts on patients care.

I want them to be regulated like all health care professionals. I think it’s so important to do this and sets out clear guidelines on their role and position.