The findings bode well for regions grappling with overwhelmed GP practices unable to accommodate additional patients.
A recent survey conducted by the Irish College of General Practitioners (ICGP) reveals that more than two-thirds of recent GP graduates envision their future in Ireland.
The study, which focused on individuals who completed a GP training program between 2017 and 2022, found that 96% of them are currently practicing in general practice within the country.
The ICGP, responsible for overseeing the four-year GP training program, notes that this trend bodes well for regions grappling with overwhelmed GP practices unable to accommodate additional patients.
Surveying doctors on their career intentions, the ICGP discovered that only 3% definitively planned to relocate abroad, while 7% remained undecided. Almost none of the respondents had emigrated, with the overwhelming majority actively contributing to general practice.
In response to the pressing need for GPs, particularly in rural areas, the ICGP has announced a record number of training places to commence in July of the current year. With 350 spots available, marking a 22% increase from the previous year, efforts are underway to alleviate the shortage of GPs across the country.
Dr. Cathy Cullen, Director of GP Training at the ICGP, underscores the survey's implications, citing a heightened demand for GPs driven by improved financial prospects and diverse career opportunities.
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