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The language of rural practice cover
Editorial

The language of rural practice

Pour dire la pratique rurale

Summer 2002
Volume 7 - Issue 3

John Wootton

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ISSN Number: 12037796

Language: English/French

Format: PDF

Pages: 36

Content Summary


This editorial discusses the concept of 'generalism' in rural practice, comparing the linguistic and professional perceptions in English and French contexts. It highlights the importance of polyvalence in rural medicine and suggests that rural physicians might be considered polymaths due to their diverse skills.

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Rural medicineMedical educationPrimary care