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Basic Medical Education

At last some changes; the two largest medical school of the country decided to include in their curriculum, lessons on GP. It is really a big progress: one week exposure in basic characteristics and competencies of GP, at the first year of studies (as selective lesson) and 3 months(at a Health Center) at the last year of studies.

Specific training

After the last evolutions (GP Regional Tutors, trained trainers, Logbook) big efforts are invested in wide implementation of the logbook. The 1^st of March was the launch of the countrywide implementation. Next month at the National Conference of GP, there will be a round table discussion on early impact of it.

Although the waiting time (for starting ST) remains in average 2-3 years, GP is still attractive. The important point is that year after year GP attracts more and more graduates with high degree, demanding, with expectations.

CME

The Greek Association of GPs is the only body which is developing, organising, running and funding CME programmes in the country. The important thing is that all these activities are very much welcomed and accepted. The content of this programme includes courses on various clinical topics, an annual training the trainers course, a series of courses on training on research methodology and a new programme on developing and implementing guidelines in PHC plus a new e-learning programme.

Health System

Ten months ago there was a strong policy aiming to the further development of PHC in urban areas; but due to economical reasons there are various difficulties which puss things to be postponed for next year.