Primary care was overlooked in the pandemic - here's how we can do better next time

<p>In this episode, we talk to Maria Mathews, who is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Western University in Canada.&nbsp;</p><p><em>Title of paper: Strengthening the integration of primary care in pandemic response plans: A qualitative interview study of Canadian family physicians</em></p><p><strong>Available at: </strong><a href="https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2022.0350" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2022.0350</strong></a></p><p>Previous pandemic plans have largely overlooked the important role of primary care in a pandemic response. The COVID-19 pandemic presents a novel opportunity to examine the key roles family physicians play during a pandemic, and sheds light on existing barriers and supports. Findings from this study highlight the need for greater incorporation of primary care in the development of strengthened pandemic plans.</p>