Understanding and provision of preconception care by general practitioners.

Nathalie V Kizirian Kirsten I BlackLoretta MusgraveCharlotte HespeAdrienne Gordon

Published in: The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology (2019)

General practitioners are key providers of PCC; however, only half are aware of PCC guidelines and most do not recognise overweight to be a significant preconception issue. The most common barriers to PCC delivery were time constraints, lack of knowledge and lack of resources for patients. Improved resources and education are required to support adequate PCC provision.

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