Canadian doctors work fewer hours but still work longer than most

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Study examines the impact of physicians working fewer hours than they did 35 years ago

A recently published study says medical doctors in Canada don't work the long hours they used to work.

The study was authored by Boris Kralj, Rabiul Islam and Arthur Sweetman, representing the Department of Economics, Centre for Health Economics & Policy Analysis , and other programs at Hamilton's McMaster University. In the first part of the survey, 1987 to 1991, data showed the average work week for physicians was 52.8 hours. By 2017 to 2021, that work week had decreased to 45.9 hours, said the study.

"In absolute terms and adjusted for population, the existing physician supply is considered high compared with previous years, but people in Canada are encountering challenges in accessing physician services," the study said.

 

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