Where’s that stethoscope? A survey of psychiatrists’ attitudes to their role in managing physical health

Purpose This study aims to explore current attitudes among doctors working in psychiatry, with regard to their perceived role and their confidence in managing their patients’ physical health problems. Design/methodology/approach A 20-item electronic questionnaire was distributed to doctors working in psychiatry within two large UK mental health trusts in 2018. Quantitative analysis was conducted, alongside qualitative analysis of free-text...