Naoto Kobayashi
Japan
Research Article
A Questionnaire Survey in Ehime Prefecture, Japan Revealed the Residents Preferences for Community Medicine and Medical Education
Author(s): Toshiaki Takahashi, Onishi Sachiko, Kiyonori Takada and Naoto KobayashiToshiaki Takahashi, Onishi Sachiko, Kiyonori Takada and Naoto Kobayashi
Background: The lack of physicians in any given community results in very serious and ongoing deficiencies in medical service, and is a matter of considerable urgency for certain communities in Japan.
Methods: We surveyed 2812 people by questionnaire regarding community medicine in Ehime Prefecture, Japan.
Results and Conclusion: Those surveyed reported inadequate numbers of physicians in the areas of gynecology, pediatrics, internal medicine, neurosurgery, and other medical specialties. Regarding a question about the desired characteristics of a community physician, more than 50% of respondents indicated a desire for a physician who treats patients gently and kindly, can provide total care, and has extensive medical knowledge, while 15% expressed a preference for a physician with strong training in a particul.. View More»
