Our 30 Second Survey

* 1. Do you have a regular GP?

Yes, I do for any acute or chronic medical condition.

Yes, I do for some things but I medically manage some of my own illnesses as well.

No, I don't have any medical problems.

No, but I know I should.

* 2. When did you last have a thorough medical check-up?

Within the last 12 months

In the previous 5 years

More than 5 years?

Never

* 3. Which times suit you best to see a doctor for a check-up?

Office hours

Evenings

Weekends

* 4. Are you looking for a GP at the moment?

Yes

I’ll wait and see..

* 5. What has stopped you from finding a GP for your medical care?

Inconvenient appointment times

Unsatisfactory past experiences

I am embarrassed to go

I need lots of time to discuss matters

I am reluctant to share some of my medical history with another doctor

I don't know where to start looking

Confidentiality

Fear of notification to the Medical Board

All of the above

Other (please specify)

* 6. At what stage in your medical career are you at present?

Medical student

Intern

PGY 2-3

Registrar

Private practice

Part-time practice

Salaried practice

Salaried hospital specialist

Academic/research

* 7. FOR RURAL DOCTORS and MEDICAL STUDENTS ONLY: As a rural doctor or medical student, would you make use of a telemedicine consultation service with another doctor if it was made available to you?

Yes