Table 5.

Factors that would hinder an intention to work in a Pacific community (New Zealand or Pacific Island) in the future

	Number of respondents mentioninga
Poor pay	14
Cultural barriers (language, non-compliance, low socioeconomic status, inability of patients to pay)	7
Lack of facilities and infrastructure for specialist practice	6
Lack of advanced training opportunities	6
Family commitments	5
Lack of job opportunities	5
Student loan debt	3
Lack of support/encouragement	3
Political instability and local politics	3
Not knowing of need or job opportunities	3
Isolation from peers	2

^aSome respondents mentioned more than one; not all respondents gave a comment.