Study reveals: losing your regular doctor harms care for seniors

NCT ID NCT07320053

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looked at how older adults (75+) with chronic conditions and taking many medicines feel about being cared for by the same family doctor over time. Researchers interviewed 26 patients to understand the impact of doctor changes on their care. The goal was to learn about barriers and benefits of having a consistent healthcare provider.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Servicio Andaluz de Salud - IBS

    Granada, Spain

  • Zaidin Sur Health Centre

    Granada, Granada, 18007, Spain

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