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This research investigates the role of general practitioners in qualitative research interviewing and highlights methodological challenges.

Qualitative research interviewing by general practitioners. A personal view of the opportunities and pitfalls

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Qualitative research explores challenges in interviewing patients in general practice, suggesting deeper understanding is needed.

This research investigates the role of general practitioners in qualitative research interviewing and highlights methodological challenges.
Literature review on qualitative research in general practice
Conducted in-depth and semi-structured interviews with women about infant feeding decisions
Recorded personal observations in a research diary
Qualitative research presents challenges for GPs, including ethical considerations and practical issues.
No guidelines exist for GPs on conducting interviews, particularly with their own patients.
Further methodological research is required to clarify how GPs can influence qualitative data.

Pat Hoddinott (1997) studied this question.

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