Iain Stewart MP has welcomed news that there are 52% more doctors, nurses and other patient care staff working in general practice in Milton Keynes South. This includes roles such as dispensers, health care assistants, phlebotomists, pharmacists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, therapists and others.
Good primary care is the foundation of an effective health system for patients and is the way that most people experience the NHS. Improving general practice supports the early identification of serious illnesses and the management of chronic conditions, while also helping people to live healthier lives. In the Primary Care Recovery Plan and Long Term Workforce Plan the Government has committed to increasing the number of people working in general practice.
The Member of Parliament for Milton Keynes South, Iain Stewart commented:
“Having 52% more doctors, nurses and other patient care staff working in General Practices across Milton Keynes South is excellent news for constituents.
“Being able to access effective healthcare is important to many families and individuals, ensuring health issues are identified and the right treatment is administered as quickly as possible.
“This Conservative Government is committed to improving healthcare access and settings for Milton Keynes residents, as recently shown with a new 22-bed ward being ready for this winter.”
Data published on GOV.UK gives the change in staff numbers between March 2019 and March 2023. It includes Full Time Equivalent (FTE) modelled estimates for general practice doctors and nurses, plus other direct patient care staff including dispensers, health care assistants, phlebotomists, pharmacists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, therapists and others.