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Sources of anxiety in young rural physicians working alone on remote islands: A qualitative study
Author(s) -
Kuroda Kaku,
Kuroda Moe,
Ohta Ryuichi
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
journal of general and family medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2189-7948
DOI - 10.1002/jgf2.488
Subject(s) - anxiety , medicine , coding (social sciences) , qualitative research , nursing , medical education , psychiatry , sociology , social science
Abstract Background We aimed to examine the sources of anxiety for young rural physicians working alone on remote islands. Methods Semistructured interviews were conducted on six physicians who worked on remote islands. The Steps for Coding and Theorization method was used to analyze the content of the interviews. Results Twelve concepts were generated and categorized into four themes: solo practice, the tight‐knit community, limited human and medical resources, and future career. Conclusion Young rural physicians' anxieties in solo practice on a remote island are complicated and include multiple dilemmas. Recognizing these anxieties helps with metacognition and professional development in these individuals.