PT  - JOURNAL ARTICLE
AU  - J C Murdoch
TI  - Mackenzie's puzzle--the cornerstone of teaching and research in general practice.
DP  - 1997 Oct 01
TA  - British Journal of General Practice
PG  - 656--658
VI  - 47
IP  - 423
4099  - http://bjgp.org/content/47/423/656.short
4100  - http://bjgp.org/content/47/423/656.full
SO  - Br J Gen Pract1997 Oct 01; 47
AB  - The new-found popularity of generalism as a political force has emphasized the need to clarify the essential philosophy that underpins its practice, teaching, and research. Drawing on the example of Sir James Mackenzie, the author seeks to clarify certain essential issues that need to be emphasized if we are to promote and develop general practice as a distinct academic discipline. Dissatisfaction, uncertainty about our role, and continuing contact with real people seems to be essential to continuing creativity.