Blayney
Blayney is a 71-year-old general practitioner in Hāwera who has been practicing medicine for 44 years. He has recently gained attention for revealing that he earns less than the minimum wage, highlighting the inadequate funding for general practice in New Zealand. Despite facing financial challenges, he emphasizes the importance of continuity of care for his patients, noting that many prefer to stay with their long-time GP even as fees have increased. Blayney’s situation reflects broader systemic issues within the healthcare funding model in the country.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,180 | $210,000 | 95$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,822,233 | 2,180 | $210,000 | 95$ |
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Blayney has been practicing for 44 years and is currently earning less than the minimum wage.
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