11 Nov 2022

New doctors worried about lack of hands-on learning

From Morning Report, 8:14 am on 11 November 2022

Some newly-graduated doctors warn the lack of hands-on learning during their training has left them feeling ill-prepared for the reality of dealing with emergencies.

A study published Friday  in the New Zealand Medical Journal is calling for medical schools to put more focus on stress management skills to stop young doctors burning out.

Ruth Hill reports.