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This paper analyzes the challenge of general practitioner shortages in Europe and explores effective policy responses.

June 11, 2026The Lancet Primary CareOpen Access

The general practice workforce crisis in Europe: scale of the challenge and available policy responses

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Health Policy paper reveals GP shortages in Europe, suggesting coordinated strategies for improvement.

This paper analyzes the challenge of general practitioner shortages in Europe and explores effective policy responses.
Analysis of WHO/Europe-Eurostat-OECD dataset covering 43 countries
Review of policy interventions and dedicated research collections
Assessment of factors contributing to GP shortages
GP density has stagnated while effective full-time equivalent capacity has declined
Factors for declining GP capacity include ageing, migration, and administrative burden
Proposes tailored national strategies within a shared European framework to rebuild GP capacity

Russo et al. (2026) studied this question.

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