TY - JOUR T1 - Salaried doctors: the problems JF - British Journal of General Practice JO - Br J Gen Pract SP - 60 LP - 60 DO - 10.3399/bjgp08X263938 VL - 58 IS - 546 AU - Julia Lecky Y1 - 2008/01/01 UR - http://bjgp.org/content/58/546/60.abstract N2 - In general practice differing groups face different problems. The relative professional isolation of salaried GPs employed by practices leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and support mechanisms for them are often ‘ad hoc’ or non-existent. Satisfaction in a salaried post is associated with a robust and fair contract, interest from employers in the skills and attributes of the GP, and a commitment to career development. In some situations these are lacking for the salaried GP, leading to de-motivation and a search for employment in other areas of the health service. In my work as an appraiser, trainer, and GP … ER -