Authors

Mark Morgan

BM, BCh, MA, PhD, MRCGP, FRACGP, Professor of General Practice, Associate Dean External Engagement, Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Robina, Qld


The impact of COVID-19 on Australian cancer screening and strategies to mitigate ongoing disruption of screening services

At-home screening and risk stratification are strategies that can be employed at times of disruption to maintain adequate levels of cancer prevention and early detection.


How has the COVID-19 pandemic influenced patient-centred care? Analysis of a qualitative collective case study by high-performing practice teams

This study identified new approaches to patient-centred care (PCC) that can guide other general practices and progress the health system towards policy-based PCC objectives.


Antibiotic stewardship: A review of successful, evidence-based primary care strategies

Australia has good antibiotic regulation and guidelines but must invest in sustained primary care stewardship programs.


It is feasible to flag ‘near end-of-life’ status in older patients from routine general practice data

Prognostic uncertainty delays discussions and leads to unnecessary treatments for older patients who are dying.


Patient-centred care during the COVID-19 pandemic: Protocol for a qualitative collective case study by high‑performing general practice teams

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a significant disruption to general practice, and its impact on patient-centred care is not yet understood.


Post–COVID-19 syndrome/condition or long COVID: Persistent illness after acute SARS CoV-2 infection

As the understanding of post-acute COVID-19 is evolving, regularly updated or ‘living guidelines’ will be crucial for those affected to be provided with best care within the health system.


Supporting quality and safety in general practice: Response rates to computer decision support

Gold Coast Primary Health Network developed a decision support tool to deliver real-time medication safety alerts and prompts for interventions.