TABLE 3.
Levels of agreement (%) regarding access to specialist/consultant services
| Statement | Strongly Disagree/Disagree | Neutral | Agree/Strongly Agree |
|---|---|---|---|
| I need to get my patients seen by a consultant in a more timely fashion. | 0.6 | 2.0 | 97.3 |
| Patients should have an identifiable family physician who coordinates access to consultants. | 2.0 | 5.0 | 92.3 |
| The referral process needs to be easier and less time-consuming. | 3.0 | 9.3 | 87.7 |
| I would like access to short verbal consultations with specialists. | 2.0 | 11.7 | 86.0 |
| I need to know my consultants on a personal basis. | 6.3 | 32.3 | 61.0 |
Percentages may not total 100% due to non-responses.