Analysis of factors influencing general practitioners’ decision to refer obese patients in Australia: a qualitative study

Conclusion: There were differences between GPs reported referral behaviour for lifestyle and surgical interventions. GPs’ attitudes to referral were often formed by their limited case experience rather than by a review of more systematic evidence, especially for surgical interventions. These patterns may be improved by educating and better communicating with GPs about the outcomes for their patients when they are referred.
Source: BMC Family Practice - Category: Primary Care Authors: Source Type: research