
%0 Journal Article
%A Wilson, Hamish 
%T Viewpoint: Challenges in the doctor&#8211;patient relationship: 12 tips for more effective peer group discussion
%J Journal of Primary Health Care
%D 2015/09/01
%V 7
%N 3
%P 260-263
%K 
%R https://doi.org/10.1071/HC15260
%U https://www.publish.csiro.au/paper/HC15260 
%X In New Zealand, almost all general practitioners are members of peer groups, which provide opportunities for both clinical discussion and collegial support. This article proposes that peer groups can also be a useful medium for exploring specific challenges within the doctor&#8211;patient relationship. However, the peer group culture needs to be receptive to this particular goal. Structured discussion can help peer group members explore interpersonal issues more thoroughly. KEYWORDS: Balint group; continuing medical education; general practitioners; peer group; physician-patient relationship 
