PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE AU - Murdoch, J C 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.