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. 1989 Jun;82(6):347-8.
doi: 10.1177/014107688908200611.

How many GP referrals to dermatology outpatients are really necessary?

M J Sladden  1 , R A Graham-Brown
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How many GP referrals to dermatology outpatients are really necessary?

M J Sladden et al. J R Soc Med. 1989 Jun.

Abstract

In a survey of patients referred to the dermatology outpatients department of a British teaching hospital, 26% of referrals were considered unnecessary by a senior house officer with three months practical dermatological experience. We conclude that better undergraduate and postgraduate education in dermatology is essential. A period spent in dermatology should be included in all vocational training schemes for general practice.

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