Thinking in terms of patient groups: a challenging principle ahead of its time

Key Points

• The aim is to highlight the significance of defining clinical practice in terms of patient groups, as advocated by Dr. Ian McWhinney.
• Introduced the concept of viewing clinical practice through the lens of defined patient groups.
• Explored the implications of this perspective on family medicine.
• The principle challenges conventional practices in family medicine.
• It remains relevant today, influencing how clinicians think about patient care.