ABSTRACT

Examines how evidence-based medicine can be applied in general practice, and how its benefits can be realized in the form of effective treatments. It argues for rational rationing, using clinical effectiveness to exclude ineffective measures.

chapter 1|16 pages

An introduction to primary care

chapter 2|16 pages

A primary care-led NHS in the modern world

chapter 4|16 pages

A hierarchy of primary care needs

chapter 5|28 pages

Delivering the evidence

chapter 6|20 pages

Choosing priorities and targeting action

chapter 7|12 pages

Realizing the benefits