Information mastery and the 21st century doctor: Change management for general practitioners

Abstract

• The Internet and computers have brought immense change in how society deals with information. • Uptake of these technologies has be en disjointed and has occurred in a non-uniform way among general practitioners, compared with other professionals. • Information mastery is a key 21st century skill that GPs should acquire. • Applying "change management" concepts may help improve uptake of information mastery skills in general practice.