Opinions of consultant obstetricians in the Northern Region regarding the provision of intrapartum care by GPs.

Br J Gen Pract · 1996

Level V

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Abstract

Consultants with experience of GP intrapartum care believe it is safe for the low-risk woman. However, GPs are perceived as lacking enthusiasm and as having varying degrees of obstetric expertise. Consultants feel that women themselves are not requesting more intrapartum care from GPs.