Abstract
This study is concerned with the correlates of two indices of practice orientations based on data obtained from a national sample of general practitioners in England and Wales. The doctor's scientific orientation is measured by his reported use of 19 diagnostic procedures during the previous two weeks. The doctor's social orientation to medicine is measured by questions which define his views on the proper scope of medical practice. Moderns (high on both measures) and technicians (high on diagnostic use) are overrepresented in smaller communities, are more likely to have bed access, to be in partnership or group practice, to have an appointment system, to take course work, and to have professional contact with other doctors. Many other findings are reported and discussed.
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