Comparing Workload and Earnings: London vs. Singapore vs. Hong Kong GPs
Singaporean GPs see the most patients per day, making them arguably the most hardworking by volume, while London GPs earn a higher income per patient contact.
| City/Region | Average Patients Per Day | Average Annual Income (Approx.) | Income Per Patient (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30-31 | £110,200 | ~£1,185 | |
| 58 (public), 30 (private) | S$144,000 (£85,000 conversion approx) | ~S$600 (£355 conversion approx) | |
| 36 (private average), 44 (generalists) | HK$1,367,408 (£140,000 conversion approx) | ~HK$15,538 (£1,600 conversion approx) |
Notes: Income Per Patient is an approximate calculation based on annual income divided by the average number of patients seen per day over a typical working year (240 days). Exchange rates are approximate for comparison.
Workload Comparison
GPs in 's public polyclinics bear a significantly higher patient load, seeing around 58 patients per day. In contrast, London GPs average around 30 to 31 contactsdaily, a figure that the British Medical Association (BMA) still considers above the safe working limit of 25. general practitioners in private practice see an average of 44 patients daily.
Earnings Comparison
When considering income per patient visit, the picture changes. Hong Kong GPs have the highest income per patient, followed closely by London GPs. Singaporean GPs, particularly in the public sector, have a lower income per patient despite the higher volume, which is characteristic of the country's highly efficient, government-subsidized healthcare system. The higher overall annual income for Hong Kong GPs, combined with a slightly lower patient volume than Singapore's public sector, results in a more lucrative model per consultation.
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