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Alcohol and Alcoholism Vol. 35, No. 3, pp. 225-229, 2000
© 2000 Medical Council on Alcoholism

Invited Review

ALCOHOL EDUCATION FOR GENERAL PRACTITIONERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM — A WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY?

BRIAN R. McAVOY

Department of Primary Health Care, School of Health Sciences, The Medical School, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4HH, UK

Received 30 July 1999; first review notified 8 November 1999; )

ABSTRACT

Alcohol misuse is a major public health problem. In the UK, general practitioners are perceived as key players in prevention and management of alcohol problems, but may not be prepared sufficiently to undertake this work. A systematic review of the literature by computerized search of the Medline database, hand search of review article citations and a survey of relevant educational and training organizations and agencies were undertaken. Although there is no shortage of educational materials, there has been little evaluation of their effectiveness. A need for more training and support has been identified, but this requires better co-ordination and a more multidisciplinary approach. Forthcoming changes in the National Health Service and the organization of continuing professional development offer a unique opportunity to advance this agenda.


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