Many GPs are leaving their jobs or reducing working hours because they are overwhelmed by fatigue and other professional demands – and you can see why with those numbers.



However, the lengthy processes involved in training doctors mean that attempts to attract new physicians have been unsuccessful compared to the number of GPs the health system needs. There remains an insufficient number of qualified doctors coming up through medical school.



The reasons behind long wait times for GP appointments involve many factors, as you can see. To address these problems, there must be a comprehensive approach. In the interim, expect to continue to wait what feels like a lifetime for a standard GP appointment at your local surgery.