Dean has welcomed news that there has been a 54.9% (approximate) increase in doctors, nurses and other patient care staff working in general practice in Watford between March 2019-March 2023. This includes roles such as dispensers, health care assistants, phlebotomists, pharmacists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, therapists and others.
Dean said:
'I am pleased to see an increased number of doctors, nurses and other dedicated patient care professionals joining the general practice workforce in Watford. The commitment of the healthcare professionals really help to support residents across Watford with their health and wellbeing'.
Data published on GOV.UK gives the change in staff numbers between March 2019 and March 2023. It includes Full Time Equivalent (FTE) modelled estimates for general practice doctors and nurses, plus other direct patient care staff including dispensers, health care assistants, phlebotomists, pharmacists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, therapists and others.
Good primary care is the foundation of an effective health system for patients and is the way that most people experience the NHS. Improving general practice supports the early identification of serious illnesses and the management of chronic conditions, while also helping people to live healthier lives. In the Primary Care Recovery Plan and Long Term Workforce Plan the Government has committed to increasing the number of people working in general practice.
