NPs and PAs (Physicians Assistants) are the future for primary care. Have 1-2 MDs overseeing 10-20 of these people and you have your basic care handled.
Most people don't have major health issues but yet cannot get seen in a timely manner. It's not that different down here with private health care. Have a tiered system in terms of expertise and need and you could easily fix a lot of issues. MDs are there for anything more serious than your normal day to day illnesses/injuries. Elevate it to an MD appointment when the PA or NP cannot handle the case.
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