Over Investigation

Despite the wonder and gifts of modern medicine, our powerful technological investigations also can have a downside. Over investigation can cause a lot of anxiety for patients, can result in false positives and also has potential complications. In this short video Dr Grant Blashki talks about the need for caution before ordering too many fancy investigations.

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What’s up Doc? The benefits of a good GP
By Grant Blashki and Michael Kidd
Throughout history people have relied on some form of doctor or other healer to help them and their families during times of illness, and to provide comfort and cures for various forms of sickness…