eGPlearning Podblast

Debrief after talking GP 26-27 Contract with BMA GPC Chair Katie Bramall-Stainer

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Immediately after our interview with BMS GPC Chair Dr Katie Bramall-Stainer about the GP Contract for 26-27, we recorded our thoughts about the chat. We cover what we learned about the contract, what collective active for GPs could look like this time around, and what the “end game” might be for General Practice and DoH.

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SystmOne GP Excellence Awards - Access & Triage and Operational Efficiency

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Vote for your winner: https://us22.list-manage.com/survey?u...

Join DrGandalf and Team GP in primary care as they show off how to use TPP SystmOne to tackle triage and access and improve your operational efficiency in practice with the chance to win £1000 for each award.

00:00 Intro to awards
02:12 Upcoming awards

The Access & Triage Excellence Award

03:50 Ocimum Healthcare Limited
14:55 Harewood Medical Practice
22:40 Health Care First

33:50 The Operational Efficiency Award

34:12 Steel City General Practice
46:14 Leylands Medical Centre
54:50 Topsham Surgery

01:04:30 Vote now

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NHS GP contract 2026-27 outline reviewed

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

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Stop missing calls with EMMA by Quantamloop AI

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

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GP Practice Finance 101 for 2026

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000

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00:00 Intro
00:38 Who are Medics Money?
02:07 Finance of GP
04:00 What's changing?
08:15 Smarter GP income
16:25 Understand GP finance
20:50 Practice vs PCN finance
25:27 GP NHS pensions
33:35 GPs reduce your tax
40:30 How Medics Money can help

#primarycare #generalpractice

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BMA GPC Chair Katie Bramall-Stainer Visits Nottinghamshire & Updates on Contract & Collective Action

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 21:00:00 +0000

In this episode we discuss the recent visit by BMA GPC Chair Katie Bramal-Stainer to a Derbyshire-Lincolnshire-Nottinghamshire LMC event.

What were some of the questions in the room and what did we learn about contract timelines, content and the future of collective action for General Practice?

We also discuss news stories covering some sudden and disruptive changes to GP Trainee assessment software, the shortage of yet another common drug (Aspirin!), and additional funding for cancer screening in areas of high deprivation.

And… opportunities to join Gandhi and Andy at two upcoming eGPlearning events…

GP5T11 Online GP Trainer Conference https://events.ringcentral.com/events/gp5t-11/registration

PCNPlus26 Conference in Nottingham or online https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/pcnplus2026

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GP Intelligent Care Navigation with X-on Health

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Register your interest to deliver intelligent care navigation: https://fmgwh.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2...

Register for X-on Health AI Roadshow: https://event.x-on.co.uk/safe-secure-...

X-on Health's Intelligent Care Navigation System: https://app-eu1.hubspotdocuments.com/...

Time codes:

00:00 Intro
00:49 Team X-on Health
03:15 Intelligent Care Navigation Systems
04:40 X-on health components
06:20 Delivering Intelligent Care Navigation Systems
08:30 X-On Surgery Assist
13:50 Practice view of Forms
14:30 Omni-Consult
16:20 X-on Voice Agents
18:45 Some questions from eGPlearners
23:55 X-on Surgery Intellect
28:22 What's Next from X-on
29:56 Hyperlocalisation impact
33:25 Surgery Assist Practice signposting
37:00 Surgery Insights
38:50 Questions and comments
39:0

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Jess's Rule in General Practcie

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000

GP surgeries are being asked to display posters promoting Jess’s Rule. Developed together with the profession, this rule asks GP teams pause, reflect, review and rethink the assessment and management of patients if they have been seen three times with the same or escalating symptoms.

In this episode we discuss Jess’s rule and how it might be received and implemented in practices.

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BONUS - Minal Bakhia MBE from NHSE visits Nottingham to review progress in Neighbourhood Health

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

BONUS EPISODE – Gandhi and Andy take time to reflect after a visit to Nottingham by Dr Minal Bakhai MBE from NHSE to explore how Neighbourhood Health is developing in the City and what progress is being made here as one of the 43 National Neighbourhood Health Implementation Programme (NNHIP) sites.

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Vaccination update for General Practice 2026

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi of eGPlearning as they review the latest guidance on vaccinations and immunisations for 2026 and more

Service specification: General practice seasonal vaccination services – COVID-19 and influenza vaccination enhanced services
19/1/26
https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

Letter…
For the first time, we have combined the COVID-19 and adult influenza service specifications into 1 document
practices can still sign up to deliver only the adult influenza vaccination service
streamlined and further aligned the COVID-19 and adult influenza vaccination requirements

See bullet points in letter…
PRactice individualy, not just as part of PCN
No housebound covid vacs fee (was £10)

Thoughts
Welcome change to be able to sign up individually - less hassle = more uptake
Cost effective to combine

Main Doc… Can look at sections
Sign up process and dates

COVID 19 Vaccine - centrally provided by commissioner - via FDP

Government’s current vaccination strategy is ‘a failure’ and must be replaced, say MPs
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

Cocodamol shortage:

https://primarycare.lancashireandsout...

Wavelength

New 10-year plan contracts should not be created without GP approval, says BMA

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Tempo you GP rota and more

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and the team from Tempo to see how they can sort your rota, HR, finance and more. See Tempo: https://tempo.gpnetworks.co.uk/

00:00 GP rota solved?
01:00 Who are Tempo
02:30 What is Tempo?
06:18 Tempo journey
07:40 Tempo coverage
08:13 Tempo integrations
09:45 Tempo HR support
11:55 Tempo improving your practice
13:40 Tempo platforms
14:05 Tempo forecasting
15:15 Tempo live demo
23:19 Tempo GP Rota made easy
25:48 Tempo GP Benchmarking
27:58 Tempo and GPNetworks
28:44 Contact Tempo
29:25 TPP and EMIS integration
30:45 Room planner?
32:15 NHS Pensions integration
34:30 Cost of Tempo
36:30 Onboarding with Tempo
39:06 Annual leave rules?
43:05 Tempo in brief..

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GMC suspends GP, 40k Fit notes and more in General Practice for 2026

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they cover the impact of local and national events in General Practice as we kick off 2026

Join Andy and Gandhi for the first update of 2026 in General Practice

Welcome to 2026

Waiting for Neighbourhood Guidance

???GP suspended after blocking out appointments to collect children???
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/reg...

5m suspension
Specific facts available if you want to explore this
Links to public record of the hearing
Many suggest sanction is excessive
We will discuss the issues around it
Long hours
Lack of flexibility
Culture of not being able to admit or address pressures
To pick up kids - pressure, child care, culture…

Calls to end GP-issued fit notes after 40,000 per day issued in 2025
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

Some 40,000 people were signed off with fit notes each working day last year
Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) estimated 11 million fit notes were issued in 2025 – the majority by GPs.
The CSJ recommended fit note responsibility be moved away from ‘overstretched’ GPs and into a new Work and Health Service and ‘embed employment and occupational health support at the point of sign-off’.
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They also said the total includes fit notes signed off as ‘may be fit for work’ as well as ‘not fit for work’.
This is despite the Government introducing legislation in 2022 which expanded fit note certification to other professionals such as nurses, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists. Last year, Government-commissioned research found limited take up of healthcare professionals other than GPs writing fit notes since the 2022 reforms.

Thoughts
Difficult to treat, maintain relationship, trust whilst enforcing a need to return to work?
Move to online consultations removing direct engagement with patients and losing opportunities to support back to work - something thats good for patients
Talk of removing this responsibility from GP s for some time
Used to be that 3-6m sickness DWP service assessed - this was

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An imposed contract for General Practice in 2026?

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000

A BONUS episode to welcome you to 2026!

Will there be an imposed contract on general practice in April 2026?!

Gandhi and I make our predictions for General Practice in 2026. We cover what will be the key themes in GP Technology, and AI, and the policy and contracting landscape

Our review of previous predictions from our New Year’s episode 2020 to present, and whether they came true, are available in our last video. This is the last segment of that video – published separately for those who just want to get down to what we think is coming up this year.

As ever we are looking forward to tech enhancing your primary care and learning in 2026!

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Predictions for General Practice in 2026

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Its prediction time for General Practice in 2026!

We review our review previous predictions from our New Year’s episode 2020 to present, and whether they came true, are available in our last video.

And make our predictions for General Practice in 2026. We cover what will be the key themes in GP Technology, and AI, and the policy and contracting landscape.

Will there be an imposed contract on general practice in April?

Find out what we are expecting!

As ever we are looking forward to tech enhancing your primary care and learning in 2026!

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eGPlearning in review for 2025

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0000

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The Budget, the BMA out and the DAUK in your eGPlearning update for Nov 2025

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they cover the impact of the budget, the BMA being out of GP negotiations and other plans for GPs by the DAUK

Agenda
Wes Letter 27/11/25
BMA lose exclusive negotiating role in GP contract
Budget 25 - impact for GP?
DAUK Your GP here for you campaign

BMA set to lose exclusive GP contract negotiating role in England
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/bma-set-to-lose-exclusive-gp-contract-negotiating-role-in-england/

Not our role to negotiate GP contract’, says RCGP
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/contract/not-our-role-to-negotiate-gp-contract-says-rcgp/

NHSE primary care director Dr Amanda Doyle: Patients deserve consistent online access - by Amanda Doyle
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/views/2025-26-contract/nhse-primary-care-director-dr-amanda-doyle-patients-deserve-consistent-online-access/

Budget 2025

Context
Long wait
Lots of leaks and kite flying
Not least OBR leak on the day

https://www.nhsconfed.org/publications/autumn-budget-2025#:~:text=The%20overall%20budget%20for%20health,in%20the%20OBR's%20inflation%20projection.

Wimslow practice video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zNQN8VJLVI

Medics Money
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0KEiv6cR8U

Doctors demand new GP contract and £40-per-patient funding uplift
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/contract/doctors-demand-new-gp-contract-and-40-per-patient-funding-uplift/

Doctors’ Association UK (DAUK) has demanded that the Government increase core GP funding per patient by £40 a year as part of a new ‘patient-centred’ GP contract.

The group’s ‘Your GP, here for you’ campaign proposes funding these changes by increasing per-patient funding by £40 a year to £209 – a move it says would bring the figure in line with inflation over the last decade.

Advocate for a patient centred GP contract

https://dauk.org/our-call-for-new-patient-centred-gp-contract/

Wes Letter 27/11/25

Dear Colleagures… To GPs and bypassing the GPC

Firstly, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to you and your teams

Patient satisfaction with general practice is improving, with 73.9% reporting a good overall experience, up from 67.4% in July 2024. This is a significant achievement, and the credit is all yours.

Background to previous negotiation milestones with labour …
We struck the first contract deal with the BMA GPCE in 4 years last year, backed by £1.1billion in 2025/26 (an 8.9% cash uplift), the biggest in over a decade.
Within months of entering government, we invested an additional £82 million into the ARRS scheme and removed red tape to allow you to recruit over 2,500 extra GPs. I am now actively looking at ways I can introduce further flexibilities into the scheme to continue boosting GP employment.
To ensure general practice is rewarded for the additional work you take on through advice and guidance, we have introduced a financial

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GP Battle lines are drawn between GPCE and Gov and more

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 22:00:00 +0000

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Explaining the new NHS Medium Term Planning Frame Work

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Join eGPlearning as we take a look at the NHS Medium Term Planning Framework. This document was published by NHS England on 24 October 25 and provides more detail on how DoH and NHSE will deliver on the aspirations outlined in the NHS 10 year plan.

This summary will help you understand where your ICB, Place, PCN and Practice are being asked to focus over the next 4 years.

The document covers how responsibilities for delivery will be distributed across different levels of within the system from the centre down to neighbourhoods and the layers in between, how aspirations will align with the three darzi shifts, and describes specific targets in the areas of; elective care, cancer and diagnostics, urgent and emergency care, primary care, community health services, mental health, learning disabilities and workforce.

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Getting started with Ambient Voice Technology in General Practice

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Ambient Voice Scribes are part of the NHSE plan to increase productivity in General Practice by providing an AI assistant who listens in on consultations and then provides documentation of encounters and can even convert what it has heard into referral letters and reports.

Andy and Gandhi discuss this technology, moving from a brief introduction to practical tips for getting started with this technology in your practice with the right governance in place.

Listen to the end and you might even know your DCB0129s from your DCB0160s…

Thanks to Dr Devin Gray & Wandsworth GP Federation who’s guidance we explore.

NHSE comprehensive guidance on AVS implementation in Health Care from April 2025 can be found here… https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/guidance-on-the-use-of-ai-enabled-ambient-scribing-products-in-health-and-care-settings/

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Will it be Stoptober for General Practice?

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0100

What is going on and will General Practice stop in October with the threat of industrial action and contract changes..find out with Andy and Gandhi of eGPlearning

BMA letter…
https://bma-mail.org.uk/t/cr/AQiEtRUQ...

The contract variation notice
https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

Original variation from April 2023… https://drive.google.com/drive/folder...

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GPC votes, conferences and GP news

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 20:00:00 +0100

What is happening in General Practice? Find out with Andy and Gandhi...

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Streeting announces 43 neighbourhood pilots of which GPs will be ‘cornerstone’
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/con...

GP contract changed to require premises and phones remain open during core hours
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/202...

GPs need to triage patient requests but not give next-day clinical advice, NHSE clarifies

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

GPC England chair could face vote of no confidence amid contract changes row
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pol...

BMA leaders to debate whether GPs should re-enter dispute over 10-year plan

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You and Your General Practice review Sept 2025

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their reunion after a Summer break and loads of updates, including the 'You and Your Practice' review

You and Your General Practice Charter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/...

Digital Transformation summit: https://bit.ly/MPDIGITAL25

GP5TX sign up: https://bit.ly/GP5TX

Feedback form: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningF2025

Games from eGPlearning: https://egplearning.podia.com/egplear...

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The Leng Review, new RCGP Chair and strikes??

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the Leng Review and share other updates in General Practice, including the new chair of the RCGP and more

Leng review: https://assets.publishing.service.gov...

New RCGP Chair: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

GP partnerships here to stay? : https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/spe...

GPs may strike again?? https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/con...

IT chaos by miscoding: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

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TPP SystmOne Pathology Auto review webinar

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:00:00 +0100

How to use autoreview with TPP and the new features, too. Watch here

Join Team ‪@TPPSystm1‬ and ‪@ArdensHealth‬ with Dr Mo Bhamani as we share what is now possible with the SystmOne auto-review features and a sneak peak into what is coming in the next few months.

Join the TPP Clinical AI webinar on 30th July:

Ardens Autoreview guide: https://support.ardens.org.uk/support...

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NHS 10 year plan eGPlearning Review

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the long-awaited NHS 10-year plan link here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov...

00:05 - NHS 10-year plan outlines transformative healthcare strategies.
05:39 - Discussion on the NHS 10-year plan and its context.
11:25 - Shift from hospital to community
13:20 - NHS neighborhood health centre models impacting general practices.
19:20 - Multi-neighborhood providers enhance healthcare delivery and support local practices.
23:01 - Discussion on the role and potential of primary care networks (PCNs) in neighborhood services.
24:47 - Community services with GP collaboratives addressing local healthcare needs.
28:15 - Enhancing neighborhood health centers is crucial for integrated healthcare.
29:53 - Enhancing GP estate utilisation for better healthcare delivery.
34:48 - NHS analogue to digital.
38:14 - NHS aims to enhance digital healthcare access through AI and technology.
39:54 - AI implementations in healthcare capacity vs quality
43:29 - UK aims to lead in personalised and genomic-based healthcare.
50:26 - Enhanced care plans aim to improve patient access and management through the NHS app.
53:45 - Digital transformation in NHS care faces challenges and requires clear communication.
55:18 - Discussion on improving NHS data sharing and patient engagement.
58:44 - NHS 10-year plan emphasises proactive measures for public health.
1:04:01 - NHS shifts power towards patients and

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Spending review, AVT, Anima, Confed and the future of the channel

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for some significant updates in General Practice and more

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AI-Assisted GP Reception The Future Is Here

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0100

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Exploring the UKHSA Inequalities in Health Protection Report

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:00:00 +0100

We explore and discuss the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) report on the impact of health equity and inequalities on individual and population health.

This is the first time the agency has published a report about how health equity impacts rates and costs of communicable disease and ill health arising from environmental hazards.

A really useful report for anyone with an interest in health equity, population health or caring for patient in disadvantaged areas or groups.

Read the report here... https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/health-inequalities-in-health-protection-report

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BMA and DDRB showdown the update for General Practice

Thu, 29 May 2025 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for an update on the BMA, DDRB and impact for General Practice

England GPs to receive 4% pay uplift backdated to April
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

What is actually in the Doctors and Dentist Review Body Report?

• What is actually in the Doctors and Dentis... 187 pages!

Review Body on Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration Fifty Third Report – 2025
https://assets.publishing.service.gov...

ICB imposes GP call response targets as part of £6.6m access funding
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...

Capita to run GP support services for another three years
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...

Capita slammed by former home secretary over ‘unacceptable’ GP pension errors
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Model ICBs and the value of a GP by the BMA and more

Thu, 15 May 2025 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the latest updates in General Practice, including Model ICBs, the BMA Value of a GP and some cool tech news. PCIT details: https://bit.ly/pcit2025

Find out more from our episode sponsor Primary Care IT: https://bit.ly/pcit2025

BMA Value of a GP: https://cdn.intelligencebank.com/eu/s...

Surgery Intellect by Tortus and Xon : https://www.digitalhealth.net/2025/05...

Neighbourhood Health in London: https://www.england.nhs.uk/london/wp-...

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7 ways to improve your practice finance with Medics Money

Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100

Which of these 7 tips did you not know to save your GP business➡️ https://medicsmoney.co.uk/gpcourse

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General Practice update May 2025

Thu, 01 May 2025 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for some major updates on health tech in general practice. Did you catch these? PCIT➡️ https://bit.ly/pcit2025

🤖 AI Scribe guidance: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/...

🫱🏾‍🫲🏾Accurx conference details

🗺️ Neighbourhoods update: https://www.nhsconfed.org/publication...

🖥️More AI in primary care news

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eGPlearning Easter update

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest General Practice update for Easter - what chaos is being brought? PCIT: https://www.primarycareit.co.uk/

00:00 Intro
01:30 Episode plan

03:14 Advice and guidance on millions to save
BBC - Plan for GPs to keep millions out of hospital
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c...

10:36 ICBs mining data
Like Minecraft ICBs told to mine new GP practice dataset for ‘unwarranted variation’
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/nhs...

17:30 NHS barcode
NHS-specific barcode to ensure prompt delivery of appointment letters
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/ref...

21:37 save money on SMS

22:10 BMA timeline
BMA wants wholesale new GP contract to be agreed ‘by end of 2026’

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Reviewing contract changes and announcements of Q1 2025!

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0100

Today we pause for breath and recap on the big announcements and developments so far this year in General Practice and the NHS.

This is a great summary to help you catch up with the big contract changes and announcements so far this year.

Topics covered and more in depth eGPlearning resources…

30/1/25 - Neighbourhood health guidelines 2025/26
- https://www.youtube.com/live/MhH60zzBIxE
And 2025/26 NHS priorities and operational planning guidance
- https://www.youtube.com/live/7NKeYOp4TBU
New GP contract 25-26
- https://www.youtube.com/live/5gAcCPTPE08
ICBs to reduce running costs by 50%
NHS England abolished
- https://www.youtube.com/live/JxO60Y7Hquw
New PCN DES contract
- https://www.youtube.com/live/L8wWWy4-_tU
New QOF guidance
Advice & Guidance Enhanced Service Specification

Join us for the PCN plus conference on 23/4/25

https://ockham.healthcare/pcn-plus-conference-the-future-of-pcns-2025/

Join us for the GP5T9 conference for GP educators on 26/4/25 https://events.ringcentral.com/events/gp5t9-7cdf6d94-83b6-4175-adf8-0abf2549b216/registration

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NHS GP contract review 25-26

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for a deep dive on the GP contract details for 2025-26 check out ‪@primarycareit4878‬

Network Contract DES 25-26:https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

NHS GP contract 25-26 non-clinical guidance https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

NHS GP contract 25-26 clinical guidance https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

QoF guidance 25-26: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

Enhanced service specification advice and guidance 25-26: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

GP contract spec 24-25

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Total Triage with Accurx

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Find out more and the quick start guide here: https://link.accurx.com/JourneyToEfficientTriage

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GP contract headlines 25/26

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for this extra episode reviewing the draft GP contract changes and what they mean for General practice LIVE join PCN PLus LIVE: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/pcn-...

Contract offer: https://www.bma.org.uk/media/vy3fnfsa...

Government comments: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ne...

BMA comments: https://www.bma.org.uk/bma-media-cent...

Join PCN Plus LIVE 2025: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/pcn-...

00:00 Overview of Draft Changes to the GP Contract for 2025/26

Suggested changes tentatively approved by the GPC.

Missing details and future implications for GP practices.

02:00 NHS England GP Contract Negotiations for 2025/26

Official contract version released and negotiated by the GPC.

Analysis of contract letter and upcoming negotiations.

05:44 Funding Distribution and GP Contracts

£889M

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UK AI Playbook for Healthcare

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

The Artificial Intelligence Playbook for the UK Government is a document published by the UK government on 10/2/25 to help departments and public sector organisations harness the power of a wide range of AI technologies safely, effectively, and responsibly.

We discuss how this document can help individuals and organisations working in healthcare deploy effective AI solutions safely.

We cover some of the fundamental AI technologies described in the document and the 10 principals they lay out for the safe deployment of AI solutions in government.

Find the document here… https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ai-playbook-for-the-uk-government/artificial-intelligence-playbook-for-the-uk-government-html

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NHS operational and neighbour guidance for General Practice

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for this review of the NHS Operational Guidance, the NHS Neighbourhood plan and more...

NHS operational guidance: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

NHS neighbourhood plan: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/...

Sign up to PCN Plus 2025 https://ockham.healthcare/pcn-plus-co...

Sign up to GP5T9: https://events.ringcentral.com/events...

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NHS Neighbourhood guidance by eGPlearning and more

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest on the NHS and General Practice with some major policy shifts coming see links below ⬇⬇⬇

00:00 Gandhi solo
02:20 News Roundup
02:30 Vaccinations by ICBs
National vaccination plan: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

04:56 AI Benefits in Health https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/tec...

07:23 Mounjoro harder to get
New weight loss drug guidance:; https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

09:43 Legal risk with weight loss drugs: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

12:30 Comments and Questions
13:57 NHS publications corner

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PCN update for Jan 2025 and more

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Future of PCNs ‘secure’ for 2025/26, NHS England tells GPs
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/nhs-structures/future-of-pcns-secure-for-2025-26-nhs-england-tells-gps/

NHSE New Publications Corner…

https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/?filter-keyword=&filter-category=&filter-publication=&filter-date-from=&filter-date-to=&filter-order-by=date-desc

Reminder for primary care networks (PCNs) to use their GP Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme funding in 2024/25

https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/pcn-reminder-to-use-gp-additional-roles-reimbursement-scheme-funding-24-25/

Annual assessment of integrated care boards 2023/24

https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/annual-assessment-of-integrated-care-boards-2023-24/

Friends and Family Test data – November 2024

https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/friends-and-family-test-data-november-2024/

GPs out of work despite practices reporting 16% shortfall in GP numbers

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/workforce/gps-out-of-work-despite-practices-reporting-16-shortfall-in-gp-numbers/

Streeting pressed on fixing GP premises after surgery roof collapsed

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/premises/streeting-pressed-on-fixing-gp-premises-after-surgery-roof-collapsed/

NHSE holds off publishing GP ARRS figures amid conflicting reports

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/workforce/nhse-holds-off-publishing-gp-arrs-figures-amid-conflicting-reports/

GPs warned against using artificial intelligence without ICB approval

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/technology/gps-warned-against-using-artificial-intelligence-without-icb-approval/

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eGPlearning update Jan 2025 - Elective Recovery and more

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0000

We are back with some big news and plans for 2025 see below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Reforming elective care for patients ORIGINAL: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

Reforming elective care for patients UPDATED: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

PCN Plus 2025: https://events.ringcentral.com/events...

GP5T9: https://events.ringcentral.com/events...

00:00 Intro
01:26 Why Gandhi was away
03:34 What's coming up...
05:15 Streeting's GP Uplift?
12:24 Elective Reform of the NHS
14:17 Sarah's Story...
16:30 Did Streeting and Dept of Health mess up?
23:30 Elective reform explained
38:00 Private/independent sector in the NHS
40:10 £20 for Advice and Guidance!
47:13 More elective refo

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AI Scribe compared in General Practice

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Which AI scribe tool is best? Watch this live comparison of Heidi Health, Tortus, Kiwipen and Anima see below for timestamps and https://bit.ly/GPScribeAI for the document

Grab the eGPlearning comparison: https://bit.ly/GPScribeAI

Contact Anima: https://calendly.com/animahealth/get-...

Contact Heidi Health: https://www.heidihealth.com/uk

Contact Kiwipen: https://www.kiwipen.com/

Contact Tortus: https://tortus.ai/

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General Practice mega update Nov 2024

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for a mega update on all things General Practice

LMC Conference…tomorrow!

Andy and Gandhi's Adventures and Travels

GPs need ‘swift reassurance’ tax hikes will be covered, BMA tells health secretary
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...

Government to set out NI hike funding arrangements for GPs ‘by the end of the year’
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pol...

Thoughts…
NIC yes, but what about Minimum wage and DDRB recommendations?
Need swift action

GP appointed shadow health minister presses Streeting on Budget impact
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pol...

NHSE willing to revisit global sum calculations ‘if GP practices share payroll data’
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/con...

NHS England reveals more details of ‘red tape challenge’ to cut GP bureaucracy

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BMA National Insurance calculator for practices, & Pharmacies vote for industrial action!

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Andy explores the BMA’s “National Insurance blow for GPs” calculator and predicts the impact of the recently announced NI and minimum wage increases on a hypothetical 10,000 patient practice.

We also discuss the recent National Pharmacy Association’s ballot on industrial action by community pharmacies.

This is a shorter solo episode with Andy. Gandhi and Andy will be back in force next week to discuss recent news and rolling themes in general practice land.

BMA NI calculator: https://www.bma.org.uk/budgetNIblow

Pharmacy owners vote in favour of taking collective action: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/politics/pharmacy-owners-vote-in-favour-of-taking-collective-action/

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NHS Patient Passports

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Wes Streeting is talking about "NHS Patient Passports" to give people control of their health records to allow their data to flow with them as they move from service to service within the health system.

This links to the National Data Library announcement within the October 24 budget. Can we use UK Government data to unlock more efficient services and attract funding from commercial partners?

We unpick what this might mean for service quality, privacy, governance and security for NHS data.

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PCN DES update Oct 2024 and the value of GPs

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the update to the GP PCN DES contract for October 2024 and how much GPs are worth in the GP in ARRS scheme

PCN DES Update document: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

CAN 04 p59 https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

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UK Medical Conference Tips 2024 – Bonus Episode from Italy

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:00:00 +0100

Andy shares his thoughts on the upcoming UK conferences in October 2024 including the themes he will be looking out for and how to plan for a conference to ensure you get the most from the experience.

Bonus content and filmed on location!

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Guide to GP safe working and the Darzi review relating to General Practice

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 19:00:00 +0100

Join the solo DrGandalf for this walkthrough guide on the safeworking guidance by the BMA in General Practice

Safe working guidance from the BMA: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-sup...

Darzi review: https://assets.publishing.service.gov...

GMS contract: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2...

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New MCCD certification of death forms in UK explained

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 17:00:00 +0100

Full details on the changes and what you need to know. Please share➡️ • New MCCD certification of death forms...

RCPath MCCD list of causes of death ➡️ https://www.rcpath.org/static/c16ae45...

RCGP training link ➡️ https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course/...

NHS England guidance https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...

Form back https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2...

Form front https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2...

Forms: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/

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What is actually in the Doctors and Dentist Review Body Report?

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 19:00:00 +0100

The DDRB provides an annual report making recommendations to the government about pay awards for doctors and dentists in the UK.

The headline figures are eagerly anticipated and widely quoted and discussed. But have you ever wondered what is actually in the report? What is the remit of the DDRB and how do they reach their conclusions?

We take a brief look at this weighty annual report to try and answer these questions.

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GPs unite in collective action and pay lifts

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the latest changes in General Practice.....it is getting collective out there

Global sum will rise by 7.4% to fund pay uplift for GPs and staff
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

Take ‘robust’ stance on racism in GP practices, NHSE advises partners
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/spe...

Almost half of England’s GP practices have started taking collective action
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...

GP full-time definition should be six sessions per week, finds new study
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...
https://bjgp.org/content/early/2024/0...

Three quarters of public concerned about pressures on GP practices

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Exploring a HSSIB report on the safety of digital consultation tools

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 19:00:00 +0100

A recent report from the UK Health Services Safety Body has highlighted potential safety concerns about the use of Digital Consultation Tools in General Practice. We explore their concerns and suggestions for improvements and further research in this. Potential benefits for patients and the workforce are also mentioned, but they acknowledges these are outside of the main scope of the report.

Read their report here - https://www.hssib.org.uk/patient-safety-investigations/workforce-and-patient-safety/second-investigation-report/

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Smart Autonomous GP triage with Rapid Health

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0100

Smarter, autonomous GP triage with Rapid Health, find out more at https://rapidhealth.ai

Traditional online consultation systems, even AI-enhanced ones, still require staff to review and respond to patient requests. Smart Triage offers a new and distinct capability - autonomously assessing, navigating, and responding to patients online, eliminating the need for clinical or administrative staff input.

Smart Triage revolutionises the process, even allowing patients to instantly book clinically appropriate (right clinician) and clinically prioritised (right time) appointments, immediately after their online assessment, without delay. This means less patient waiting and delays to care, and more time for care navigators and clinicians to focus on what really matters - delivering great care.

Hosts

Carmelo Insalaco - CEO & Co-Founder
Peter Menage - Sales & Customer Success
Dr Gandalf

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Anima- one tool to rule them all

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0100

Why settle for using 10s of different solutions when one single platform can transform your patient care? https://calendly.com/animahealth/get-started-with-anima-15-mins-clone

Join DrGandalf and Team Anima: Rachel Mumford, one of Anima's co-founders, and Naz El-Sayegh, Anima's VP Sales and find out

Anima is currently used by over 200+ practices and 2 million patients across the UK. We’ll be discussing the latest advances in Anima’s suite of care enablement tools - from online consultation, to workflow automation, automated document processing, and automated note taking. Don't miss it

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Health Priorities for The New UK Government 2024

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:00:00 +0100

Andy & Gandhi explore the Health Foundations priorities set for a new government to improve the health of the UK. Recorded on the day of the general election 2024!

https://www.health.org.uk/news-and-comment/charts-and-infographics/our-priorities-for-the-2024-general-election

0:00 Welcome

1:01 Explaining the wider determinants of health and the Health Foundation Priorities

4:30 Priority 1: Investing in health as an asset and a priority for cross-government action

7:14 Priority 2: Improving people’s health and tackling inequalities

10:59 Priority 3: Strengthening capacity and resilience in the NHS

12:45 Priority 4: Transforming care through innovation, technology and reform

15:31 Priority 5: Reforming and investing in the adult social care system

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What on Earth happened in General Practice this week?

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 21:00:00 +0100

Hear the latest updates in General Practice with Andy and Gandhi

00:00 Introduction - Andy and Gandhi introduce the topic and outline the main points that will be covered in the video.
02:15 Recent Changes in Regulations - Discussion on significant regulatory changes affecting primary care practices.
08:45 Impact on Healthcare Providers - Examination of how recent changes are impacting general practitioners and healthcare providers.
15:30 Patient Care Innovations - Overview of new innovations and technologies that are being integrated into patient care.
22:00 Challenges Facing Primary Care - Identification and analysis of current challenges in primary care, including staffing and resource allocation.
29:00 Future Directions - Speculation and projections on the future of primary care, including upcoming trends and potential areas of improvement.
35:00 Conclusion - Summary of key takeaways and final thoughts from Andy and Gandhi.

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EPIC Leadership and Innovation in Primary Care - Featuring Dr. Ben Allen

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0100

Leading Change: Dr. Ben Allen’s Approach to Inspiring Innovation in Primary Care

Episode Description: In this episode of EPIC: eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation, Dr. Gandalf welcomes Dr. Ben Allen, a visionary GP from Sheffield, to discuss the pivotal role of leadership in driving innovation and positive change within primary care teams. Dr. Allen shares his experiences and strategies for fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in general practice.

Episode Highlights:

The Role of Leadership in Primary Care: Dr. Allen explains how effective leadership can influence and motivate a primary care team.
Inspiring Innovation: Discover the innovative practices and changes Dr. Allen has successfully implemented in his Sheffield practice.
Building a Collaborative Team Culture: Learn how Dr. Allen fosters collaboration and teamwork to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Challenges and Triumphs: Hear about the obstacles Dr. Allen faced and how his leadership helped navigate through them.
Practical Leadership Strategies: Get actionable tips on how to cultivate leadership qualities within your team and drive meaningful change.
Impact on Patient Care: Understand the direct benefits that strong leadership and innovation have brought to patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Future of Primary Care: Dr. Allen shares his vision for the future and the ongoing role of leadership in adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape.

Tune in to this inspiring episode to learn how leadership can be a catalyst for innovation and excellence in primary care. Gain insights from Dr. Allen’s journey and discover practical strategies to implement in your practice to lead your team towards continuous improvement and high-quality patient care.

Keywords: Leadership, innovation, primary care, NHS, general practice, patient care, practice management, healthcare improvement, team collaboration, Dr. Ben Allen, Sheffield GP, eGPlearning, healthcare podcast, Dr. Gandalf, operational efficiency, healthcare vision.

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URGENT GP Connect Record Update changes - action NOW

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 16:00:00 +0100

Details here➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:share:7212787895760289792/?actorCompanyId=19134398

BMA Guidance here ➡️ https://www.bma.org.uk/media/1y1gkprw/focus-on-data-sharing-and-gp-data-controllership.pdf

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00:00 Intro
#primarycare #generalpractice

About:
The UK's leading primary care and NHS-focused health technology YouTube channel and podcast, which aims to drive technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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WhatsApp your GP...?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from Doctaly as they share how you can use WhatsApp safely to communicate with patients and make the flow work for your practice

Improving Patient Engagement Through WhatsApp with ChatDoc - An Innovative Approach to Primary Care

00:00 WhatsApp your GP

00:05 Patients can use WhatsApp to engage with their GP

02:06 ChatDoc transformed from remote monitoring to a patient-friendly platform

06:14 Patients can WhatsApp their GP with ChatDoc

08:07 Balancing gathering useful information while not asking too many questions

12:24 Utilizing a tiered support system to efficiently handle patient queries.

14:13 Easily communicate with patients via WhatsApp

17:58 Using ChatDoc for patient triage and handling

19:53 Patients can book appointments via WhatsApp with ChatDoc

23:29 Adding private notes for patients' specific needs

25:07 ChatDoc streamlines patient information

28:31 Patients can take their time to reply to chat queries

30:00 Accessibility and communication methods vary by practice.

33:29 Implementation of ChatDoc led to a significant reduction in appointment waiting times

35:10 Patients using WhatsApp have quicker query resolution time than phone pathways.

40:07 Using ChatDoc to handle patient queries efficiently and effectively.

43:37 Integration of patient advice and guidance in Clinical systems

45:21 ChatDoc aims to streamline the process and make it easier and quicker for practices.

48:38 Support and training methods for practice implementation

50:17 What if you cant use WhatsApp for support?

53:35 Cost of ChatDoc.

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Health manifestos compared for the UK election

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they compare the UK health manifestos and help you make a decision based on the policies.

King’s Fund Election 24 Manifesto Pledges
https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-...

Health Foundation Election Centre 24
https://www.health.org.uk/general-ele...

Health Foundation election manifesto summary
https://www.health.org.uk/article/wha...

Health Foundation wider determinants of health manifesto summary
https://www.health.org.uk/article/wha...

Conservative manifesto 24
https://manifesto.conservatives.com/

Labour manifesto 24
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SystmConnect is free?

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from TPP as they share an update on TPP SystmConnect, its use, development and pricing!! Find out more: https://tpp-uk.com/systmconnect/

00:00 Intro
01:37 How much...?
05:08 Time-saving uses
10:16 Communication annexe
17:15 Routes of contact for patients
19:20 How does SystmConnect help with CAP
20:14 NHS app integration
21:35 Reporting and visualisation in SystmConnect
24:58 Can SystmConnect help with CQC?
27:30 How can practices use SystmConnect for ICBs
30:29 USer comments and questions
35:52 Cost post March 2025
41:15 Find out more: https://tpp-uk.com/systmconnect/

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EPIC content creation to help patient education with Dr David Hindmarsh

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0100

EPIC Episode Guide: Enhancing Diabetes Care with Digital Tools - Featuring Dr. David Hindmarsh from Eaglescliffe Medical Practice

Digital Diabetes Care: Dr. David Hindmarsh’s Success with YouTube and Online Consultations at Eaglescliffe Medical Practice

Episode Description: In this episode of EPIC: eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation, Dr. Gandalf interviews Dr. David Hindmarsh from Eaglescliffe Medical Practice, who has revolutionized diabetes care through innovative content creation and online consultation tools. Discover how Dr. Hindmarsh’s approach has empowered patients, streamlined practice operations, and enhanced overall care quality.

Episode Highlights:

Introduction to Digital Tools in Diabetes Care: Dr. Hindmarsh discusses the role of YouTube and online consultations in modern healthcare.
Creating Educational Content: Insights into how creating and sharing diabetes management videos on YouTube has educated and engaged patients.
Online Consultations: Learn how integrating online consultation tools has improved access and convenience for diabetes patients.
Impact on Patient Care: Hear about the positive outcomes and patient feedback resulting from these digital initiatives.
Staff Training and Engagement: Discover how Dr. Hindmarsh involved and trained his staff to effectively use these digital tools.
Challenges and Solutions: Understand the hurdles faced during implementation and the strategies used to overcome them.
Practical Tips: Get actionable advice for other healthcare professionals interested in using digital tools to enhance patient care such as Should your General Practice have a YouTube account? https://youtu.be/_JC6SMnpX_U

Join us for this informative episode to learn how digital content creation and online consultations can transform diabetes care in your practice. Gain practical insights and inspiration from Dr. Hindmarsh’s success story, and explore how you can implement similar strategies to improve patient outcomes and practice efficiency.

EPIC: eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation Series

Welcome to EPIC: the eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation podcast series, your ultimate guide to successful change in NHS primary care. Hosted by Dr. Gandalf from eGPlearning, each 20-minute episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world stories from frontline healthcare professionals.

Discover proven strategies to enhance patient care, streamline practice operations, and boost staff morale. Learn from the triumphs and challenges of fellow GPs, practice managers, and healthcare innovators. Whether you're a GP, practice nurse, healthcare administrator, or support staff, EPIC provides you with practical tips and valuable lessons to implement change effectively.

Subscribe now to join our bi-weekly sessions and stay ahead in primary care innovation. Empower your practice with the knowledge and tools to improve patient

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Digital Pathways is broken, GP action outlined and you are not accountable!!

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +0100

Join Gandhi for your GP primary care update for June 2024

00:00 Intro being solo

Digital Pathways scrapped: https://www.digitalhealth.net/2024/06...

02:10 Digital Pathways details: https://digital.nhs.uk/services/digit...

07:26 BMA actions for collective action: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

12:03 GMC say you are not accountable...: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

15:14 eGPlearner comments
16:10 16000+ subscribers and content

18:09 BMA election manifesto:

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From idea to business case in General Practice

Thu, 30 May 2024 19:00:00 +0100

Andy & Gandhi imagine a world with more financial support for primary care and chat about how to generate credible ideas for deploying varying levels of funding in GP Surgeries and Primary Care Networks. We come up with lots of interesting ideas, and think about how to get buy in from stakeholders to make these a reality.

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EPIC KPIs in General Practice with Dr Ankit Kant

Sat, 25 May 2024 10:00:00 +0100

Welcome to EPIC: the eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation series, your ultimate guide to successful change in NHS primary care.

Hosted by Dr. Gandalf from eGPlearning, each 20-minute episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world stories from frontline healthcare professionals.

Discover proven strategies to enhance patient care, streamline practice operations, and boost staff morale.

Learn from the triumphs and challenges of fellow GPs, practice managers, and healthcare innovators.

Whether you're a GP, practice nurse, healthcare administrator, or support staff, EPIC provides you with practical tips and valuable lessons to implement change effectively.

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Empower your practice with the knowledge and tools to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Don't miss out on the conversations shaping the future of NHS primary care.

Unlocking Excellence: How Dr. Ankit Kant Uses KPIs to Transform General Practice at Watlington Medical Centre

Episode Description:
In this episode of EPIC: eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation, Dr. Gandalf sits down with Dr. Ankit Kant from Watlington Medical Centre to explore the transformative power of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in general practice. Dr. Kant shares his journey of implementing KPIs to enhance patient care and improve practice operations, resulting in a more efficient, effective, and satisfied team.

Episode Highlights:

Introduction to KPIs in General Practice: Dr. Kant explains the concept of KPIs and their importance in measuring and improving performance.
Implementation Strategies: Step-by-step insights into how Watlington Medical Centre integrated KPIs into their daily operations.
Impact on Patient Care: Discover how KPIs have directly improved patient outcomes and satisfaction at the practice.
Staff Engagement and Morale: Learn how involving staff in KPI monitoring has boosted morale and productivity.
Overcoming Challenges: Dr. Kant discusses the obstacles faced during implementation and how they were overcome.
Practical Tips: Actionable advice for other GPs and practice managers looking to introduce KPIs in their own practices.

Join us for this insightful episode to gain valuable knowledge on harnessing the power of KPIs to elevate the standard of care in your practice. Whether you're aiming to improve patient satisfaction, streamline operations, or enhance team performance, this episode offers practical guidance and inspiration from a real-world success story.

Keywords:
KPIs, Key Performance Indicators, NHS, primary care, general practice, patient care, practice management, healthcare improvement, staff engagement, Dr. Ankit Kant, Watlington Medical Centre, eGPlearning, healthcare podcast,

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PCNs and more by PCN Plus - GPC ballots, strikes and more updates

Thu, 16 May 2024 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy, Gandhi, and Tara as they review the latest in General Practice, PCNs and more... sign up the PCN Plus course: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/pcn-...

including:

GPC Ballots GP Partners
https://www.bma.org.uk/bma-media-cent...

Junior Doctor Strike update https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pol...

CNSGP update https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/reg...

350 more medical students:: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

Royal RCGP : https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/n

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Getting ready for EPIC - eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation

Wed, 15 May 2024 13:00:00 +0100

Welcome to EPIC - eGPlearning Podblast Implementation Consultation where you and I learn from our peers in primary care doing amazing things.

hear from colleagues who have done amazing implementations to make their practice, patients and lives better, easier and safer.

We are getting started soon so buckle up as we go EPIC.

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eGPlearning Home Studio Tours

Thu, 09 May 2024 19:00:00 +0100

Finally! Gandhi & Andy show viewers behind the scenes of their home studio setups and discuss the equipment and software they use to produce eGPlearning content.

1:42 Where do we record from?

6:02 Adaptations & sound proofing

7:56 Inspiration & decoration

11:14 Equipment: Computers & monitors

14:24 Equipment: Keyboards & mice

17:42 Equipment: Microphones

22:29 Equipment: Webcams

25:10 Speakers & headphones

26:30 Equipment: Lights

28:09 Essential software

30:32 Extra gadgets

Click the links to view and grab the equipment we use…

Keyboards:

Epomaker TH96 (direct) https://epomaker.com/products/epomaker-th96?sca_ref=653713.Cd1o7fEx4n

Epomaker TH96 amazon: https://amzn.to/4blwXyV (check voucher discount)

Keychron K4: https://amzn.to/4dlRIwm

Mouse:

Gandalf’s Logitech MX master: https://amzn.to/4bmKCpo

Andy’s Red mouse: https://amzn.to/3UJKiMe

Microphones:

Both have Blue Yeti: https://amzn.to/3WowKGU

Gandalf’s Blue Sona https://amzn.to/3wgWDhq

Andy’s Samson Q2U https://amzn.to/3Wm24WP

Gandalf’s Rodecaster: https://amzn.to/3ULKoD6

Webcams:

Gandalf’s basic webcam Logitech C920: https://amzn.to/3w8eEP3

Andy Brio: https://amzn.to/3WkF7n2

Gandalf’s insta360 link: https://amzn.to/3UpCJsH

Lights:

Gandalf’s Litra glow https://amzn.to/3UqLX7L

Andy Neewer lights: https://amzn.to/3xWQ9Vg

Software:

Streamyard : https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6029521535369216

Extras:

Streamdeck: (neo): https://amzn.to/4dBLzMP

Timer:

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Where is everyone and everything going in General Practice?

Thu, 02 May 2024 21:00:00 +0100

GP partnership....valued! By Andrea Leadsome at least, sorta

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/politics/scrapping-gp-partnership-model-would-be-a-disaster-says-government/

Drug supplies woes

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/clinical-areas/prescribing/nearly-half-of-patients-struggle-to-get-medicines-over-the-last-year/

When to stop GP online requests? The GPC respond

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/contract/gpc-to-challenge-requirement-to-keep-gp-online-systems-switched-on-even-when-full/

GP Employment crisis

40+ GPs for one job: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/workforce/gp-salaried-roles-receive-over-40-applications-amid-employment-crisis/

GPs travelling the country for locum work: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/workforce/gps-having-to-travel-from-cumbria-to-cornwall-to-secure-locum-shifts/

New ways of PCN working?

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/commissioners-and-pcns-to-pilot-new-ways-of-working-in-general-practice/

What is core GP?

https://twitter.com/anish_k_patel/status/1755952672778101012

GP triage course by eGPlearning and Dr Ed Pooley:

Discount price: https://bit.ly/egptriage79

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Sick notes and referral optimisation in General Practice

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they debate this controversial topic and update you on other changes in General Practice

Sick note reform
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...

Part of a speech by PM about welfare reform…
https://www.gov.uk/government/speeche...

PM announcing this, not Health or DWP ministers
At centre for social justice - The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) is an independent[1] centre-right[2] think tank based in the United Kingdom, co-founded in 2004 by Iain Duncan Smith, Tim Montgomerie, Mark Florman and Philippa Stroud.[3] Wikipedia
https://www.centreforsocialjustice.or...

Part of Outpatient Recovery and Transformation Programme https://www.england.nhs.uk/outpatient...

GP practices could face ‘£500,000 clawback’ following PCN’s collapse
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...

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Free offer for first 100 GP practices by EDATT

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0100

Check out this amazing offer for the first 100 practices ➡️➡️ https://edatt.io

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How Patchs can revolutionise your practice with AI

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +0100

"Discover the Future of Online Medical Consultations with Patchs: Unique AI, Language Translation, and Telephone Assistant! 🚀

Join DrGandalf and the team from Patchs as we showcase the groundbreaking features that set Patchs apart in the world of online medical consultations, including:

Innovative AI: Experience true machine learning, developed with clinicians. Patchs AI analyzes natural language from patient inputs, enabling detailed and efficient triage and workflow. Discover how Patchs AI revolutionizes patient queries and follow-up, setting a new standard in healthcare technology. Learn more about our AI capabilities here: https://help.patchs.ai/hc/en-gb/secti...

Two-Way Language Translation: A first in online consultation systems, Patchs offers seamless two-way translation in over 30 languages, ensuring clear communication between patients and GPs. Patch AI system provides data privacy, quality control, and an audit trail for safety. Find out more about Patchs Translate here. https://help.patchs.ai/hc/en-gb/artic...

Telephone Assistant for Online Consultations: An innovative solution for patients to submit consultation requests via telephone, reducing wait times and missed calls to zero. This feature is invaluable for patients without access to smartphones or computers, and it streamlines practice operations. Read about the Telephone Assistant here. https://help.patchs.ai/hc/en-gb/artic...

Additionally, we'll touch on how Patchs aligns with the new GP contract, aiding in data provision, demand management, and ensuring equal access to care across all consultation modes.

Patchs not only excels in improving patient accessibility and satisfaction (as shown by their 4.5-star Trustpilot rating) but also significantly reduces GP practices' workloads. Join us to explore ho

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2024 GP contract PCN DES, CAIP, IIF and QoF review

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for the 2024 GP contract review in its complete form

⏰ Timecodes ⏰

00:00 Intro to FINAL GP contract
02:28 GP contract 2024/25
10:30 PCN DES 24/25
14:37 PCN DES Service requirements
16:55 PCN Finances 24/25
20:00 PCN guidance documents part A
33:30 eGPlearner comments and 100+ live
41:05 PCN guidance documents part B
45:18 CAIP for 24/25
52:19 IIF 24/25
56:00 more eGPlearner comments
01:00:22 QoF 24/25
01:08:38 Our thoughts
01:19:30 More from eGPlearning

THC resource: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/blog

GP contract letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

Implementation letter GP contract 24/25: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

PCN DES letter:

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GP Referendum results, dissatisfaction in the NHS and GP contract final details and more

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they cover the low satisfaction rates in the NHS from everyone, guidance on PAs and more and the FULL contract review next week: ➡️➡️ https://youtube.com/live/0zWQxBgww1I?...

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Question - why do you think people voted yes to the GP contract?

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

00:00 Intro
02:20 GP referendum results
10:10 GPs ONLY get 5.5% NHS funding

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Looking after your wellbeing in this chaotic GP world

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000

We discuss tips for reducing stress and supporting wellbeing despite the current chaotic and toxic news around in General Practice…

0:00 Introduction

0:41 Agenda - What are we covering and why?

1:59 Challenges to wellbeing in General Practice

3:47 Managing your news sources

8:28 Creating a positive work environment

11:21 Make time for “Deep Work”

12:42 Have fun when you can

13:43 STOP working & take BREAKS

14:55 Get ACTIVE

16:30 Restorative activities

17:29 AVOID negative activities

18:11 Recognise when you need outside help

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GP referendum, TPP Chaos and more in your primary care update

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest news in General Practice in this update episode on the chaos in primary care.

00:00 Intro
01:54 GPC ask for 8.7% increase!
07:46 BMA GP referendum
12:20 Industrial action in Nov
15:45 BMA guidance on PA
29:47 ICB stops same day hub plans
37:24 £300k shortfall at practices closing
44:34 GPs redundent at 'GP at Hand'
49:18 eGPlearning events
50:55 TPP Chaos - Frank Hester question
57:06 GP update round-up
01:00:07 Sanity in a chaotic world

GPC reveals 8.7% funding demand as contract referendum opens
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/202...
Contract growth vs inflation figures

BMA plans for GP industrial action in November
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...
Look at timeline box….

Public & profession focus groups - positive

Discuss:
Types of industrial action?
GP Partner vs salaried position within industrial action

GP practices forced to repay up to £300k due to ICB admin error

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GP contract review 2024

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the proposed GP contract and explore if it is any good? See below for links and timestamps ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Contract letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

00:00 Intro
02:52 New GP contract summary
05:05 THAT NHSE webinar!
09:55 2% uplift....!
14:14 BMA response
17:03 QoF changes
23:14 IIF changes
27:47 CAIP Capacity and Access Implementation funding
34:32 PCN DES changes
38:24 PCN CD pay changes
40:50 ARRS changes and flexibility
46:52 No more redistribution
48:00: eGPlearner comments
52:30 Performer list changes
55:52 Comments
58:40 Registration tools
01:00:03 Continuity clause
01:03:16 Data sharing changes
01:06:25 Workforce data
01:10:22 Miscellaneous changes
01:12:00 Comments
01:13:52 Our thoughts
01:20:10 Extra information
01:21:25 Your actions and next...

Foundr PCN episode:

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Same day acute hub model explained -The Foundry Lewes Model

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Team eGPlearning shares the Foundry Lewes same-day acute hub model as in the Fuller Stocktake in tackling GP access. Full links below⬇️⬇️⬇️

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Question - Do same-day access hubs work in our mind? Answer below.

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⏰ Timecodes ⏰

00:00 Intro
01:00 Dr Phil Wallek intro
01:35 What is Foundry PCN
03:13 Continuity with scale AND access!
04:55 Balancing the teams
05:38 Patient streaming to make continuity
08:00 Creating a hub clinic
09:30 Andy's thoughts
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Acute same day hubs in General Practice - can they work?

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Can Same day acute hubs work in General Practice? What will help? What will not? Find out in this episode with the eGPlearning team links⬇⬇⬇ New Contract stream: https://youtube.com/live/WcNea4om6a8?...

Guest speakers:
Dr Phillip Wallek - Foundary PCN
Stefan Scholtes
Dr Vanashree 'Ash' Sexton

00:00 Intro
01:25 Guest intro
03:20 The 'NWL' model
06:00 The Foundry model
12:50 Do acute hubs need to be single site?
17:30 Types of triage for acute hubs
22:50 Some evidence on triage and hubs
24:25 Continuity vs urgency conundrum
27:10 Team-based continuity
30:00 Patient communication
32:10 eGPlearner questions
32:45 Pharmacy First and acute hubs
34:10 Personalised care roles in acute hubs
35:40 SDA acute hubs across PCNs/practices
37:40 Acute hubs for the system
39:15 Challenges of SDA acute hubs
43:15 The Hidden Agenda issue
43:40 Hub offer to the system
45:42 Stepping stone changes
47:10 Implementing SDA hubs now?
50:50 Should hubs be mandated?
53:20 Extra reactions
54:20 Thanking our guests
56:00 End of year madness -QoF/IIF
01:00:10 New GP contract

GPs raise concern around Same day hubs:

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Times 10 point plan to save the NHS

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

The Times newspaper has a 10 point plan to save the NHS.

We discuss the Times Health Commision behind these recommendations and reorder their suggestions from least to most exciting.

We also discussed what we think they missed…

0:00 Introduction

1:41 What is the Times Health Commision

3:53 10. Incentivise NHS staff to take part in research

5:44 9. Guaranteed access to children’s mental health support within 4 weeks

6.59 8. Establish a National Care System

8:14 7. Create digital patient passports

10:13 6. Tackle waiting lists by introducing weekend High-Intensity Theatre (HIT) lists

11:18 5. Establish a Healthy Lives Committee

13:074. Introduce no-blame compensation for medical errors

14:57 3. Tackle obesity through taxation and advertising regulation

17:23 2. Reform the GP contract to focus on wider health outcomes

19:32 1. Write off student loans for doctors, nurses and midwives who stay in the NHS

23: 20 What do we think is missing?

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Is this the end of General Practice?

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 21:00:00 +0000

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Getting to 15k subscribers

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +0000

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What is next for PCNs with PCN Plus

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Join Ben, Tara, Andy and Gandhi as we explore what is next for PCNs. We have no contract, but we have ideas, understanding and some opportunities too.

Register for the PCN Plus conference Wed 17th April: https://bit.ly/PCNPLUS24L

00:00 PCN plus team
01:20 Agenda
01:47 Video from GPC
04:00 Contract negotiations
15:43 1.9% uplift!
23:30 eGPlearner comments
24:40 PCN Plus conference: https://bit.l/PCNPLUS24L
25:05 PCNs and GP funding
27:21 Pharmacy First
39:45 PCN roles demonstrating impact?
45:00 Tara being right
46:43 more eGPlearner comments
47:20 Integrated working
53:02 Gandhi's INT rant??
54:30 Final INT thoughts
56:00 PCN Plus conference: https://bit.l/PCNPLUS24L

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Does ARRS work for General Practice?

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Do the ARRS roles like PA's pharmacists, paramedics, physios and other roles work in General Practice or not?

Andy and Gandhi of eGPlearning explore this question in this update episode with content on:

ICBs paying for management consultations on General Practice
NHS England's changes to QoF codes
and more.....

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra... recruitment crisis to employment crisis
GPs unable to find work
ARRS roles blamed?
But also chronic squeeze on finances and increase in training places means the money isn’t there to employ additional GPs after they are trained?

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...
A social media post from England GP Committee chair Dr Katie Bramall-Stainer said ‘preliminary results’ from the practice finance survey showed it ‘dropped by an average of over 20% over one year’.
Katie Bramall-Stainer - GPC England Chair responding to a pulse story

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

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SystmConnect revealed by TPP SystmOne

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and the team from TPP SystmOne as they share the newest product SystmConnect- online consultations and more in SystmOne

Find out more: https://tpp-uk.com/systmconnect/

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How to feel in control as a professional with multiple roles in 2024

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000

We discuss our top tips for being effective, organised and feeling calm and in control as busy GPs with multiple jobs and roles.

Andy

Build your second brain link: Read the book: https://amzn.to/47mk19O
Seek deep productivity: Read the book: https://amzn.to/4aNG4sX
Multilevel planning

Gandhi

Automated calendar booking
Outlook for email and calendar
White board -Link to Gandhi’s whiteboard: https://amzn.to/3SgyyQ9

Bonus tip…. “Platform agnostic solutions” - Its about just getting started and putting a process in place rather than searching for the perfect tool!

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Cloud based telephony for primary care compared

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Join Dr Gandalf and providers on the Better purchasing framework for a live comparison on the various providers and what they can offer your practice or area with cloud-based telephony.

Sign up for the matrix of functionality: https://bit.ly/bpfguide
Check out the providers

CheckComm: email info@checkcomm.com
Xon Surgery connect : email sales@x-on.co.uk or https://www.surgeryconnect.co.uk
Think Healthcare: https://think-healthcare.co.uk/
Babble Voice: email info@babblevoice.com www.babblevoice.com

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New year update for 2024 for primary care

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest updates in Primary care for 2024 including:
💪 Strikes
▶️ GPC changes
🪦 Continuity
💷 Private and NHS healthcare
👨‍⚕️ GPs in ARRS?
and more...

00:00 Contents

01:35 Junior doctors strike - 6 days, longest in history
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2...

05:30 More GP appointments
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

09:50 GPs in ARRS funding?
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

The petition: https://petition.parliament.uk/petiti...

14:30 GPC UK meetings change
ht

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Is Blinx a game changing online consultation platform?

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000

How does Blinx Healthcare change what you are doing in General Practice and primary care?

This platform shown in our recent DFOCVC livestream is changing the game of healthcare. How can they help you in your practice or area for your patients? Take a look...

00:00 Intro
01:10 Who is Blinx Healthcare
06:53 PACO GP patient journey
08:16 PACK GP health forms
12:46 Blinx Rocketbar
21:07 Quick send customisation
24:19 Cross practice booking!
26:27 PACO GP clinician interface
30:25 Health forms customisation
35:50 PACO comms
39:50 coding your imms clinics with comms
41:10 Blinx analytics
43:05 DrGandalf's thoughts
43:50 Questions and comments
44:10 Interoperability
46:00 NHS App
47:15 Onboarding with PACO GP
48:33 Cost of PACO GP/Connect
49:45 Developmental cycle time
50:45 What is next for Blinx?
52:10 Game-changing part!
53:03 Mobile interface
54:00 More things from Blinx...

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eGPlearning Review of 2023 Predictions for 2024

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 19:00:00 +0000

The eGPlearning Christmas and New Year Special!

We review the key stories and themes from 2023 and dust off our crystal balls to make predictions about what the future will hold for the world of General Practice in 2024.

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Christmas update episode from eGPlearning

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi on all the essential news for primary care before the Xmas break.

00:00 Intro
02:30 SCA exam chaos

Add your thoughts to the consultations of GP consultation schemes: https://www.gov.uk/government/consult...

04:50 Finance and incentives
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/analysis...

17:28 Online consultations are good?
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/tec...

21:45 GP Survey changes
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/con...

24:26 DDRB for GP partners?

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A positive Christmas message for Primary Care from eGPlearning

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and a few of his friends for a positive Christmas message and some tips, for General Practice and Primary care.

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Online Consultations platforms compared

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Join a variety of online consultation providers to see the current capabilities and functions of each system side by side including Accurx, Anima, Blinx, eConsult, engage consult, Evergreen Life and Rapid Health- hosted by DrGandalf LIVE.

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Contact Blinx: https://www.blinxhealthcare.com/paco/
Contact eConsult: https://econsult.net/contact-us/conta...
Contact Engage Consult: https://www.engagehealth.uk/engage-co...
Contact Evergreen life:

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LMC conference, doctor pay and more in the eGPlearning update

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for a recap on all the latest changes in primary care including the fallout from the LMC conference and more

00:00 Intro
01:07 LMC conf
09:06 GP salaried service?
12:56 BMA Survey
Complete the survey: www.research.net/r/bmagp23
16:43 Consultant pay
22:00 CBT update
28:26 Continuity in GP
44:18 Online consultations review

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Cloud-based telephony in primary care with CHECK

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and the team from CHECK as they share a cloud-based telephony tool you may not have heard of, that can do some awesome things.

Contact CHECK: https://checkcomm.com/

00:00 Intro
01:00 Check out CHECK
03:48 Why CHECK
05:55 CHECK Cloud
09:05 Better purchasing framework
09:45 Key features
15:40 Tools for supervision
18:30 CHECK Integration!
23:20 Analytics
27:47 Dashboards
30:35 inbuilt translation!
33:00 Built-in transcription!!
35:00 Whatsapp integration?
39:01 CHECK Chatbot
40:50 CHECK mobile
45:05 Onboarding and training
47:59 Questions and comments
48:40 Interoperability
49:15 Starting with CHECK
50:50 CHECK Cost
53:24 What is next?
58:55 Viewer questions
59:59 Check out CHECK

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GP Appointment Data Guidance UPDATED

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Gandhi & Andy explore new NHSE guidance to practices explaining how to set up clinic templates to ensure GP appointment data (GPAD) is recorded accurately.

We discuss why this is important and how this data is displayed and used and how it might be used in the future.

Recording GP appointments – consolidated guidance, NHSE published 7/11/23: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/recording-gp-appointments-consolidated-guidance/

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New Health Minister and more news including SCA, Dr Nikki and Pharmacy First

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest in general practice including a new health minister - who would have thought!

00:00 GP news

02:11 New Health Secretary?

Previous health secretaries… Name them…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secreta...

Victoria Atkins
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victori...
https://www.gov.uk/government/people/...
https://www.theyworkforyou.com/mp/254...
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/analysis....

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Enabling digital access with EDATT by Hanley Consulting

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and the team from Hanley consulting as they outline EDATT a tool that can help digital access for a practice population and maybe help manage demand before it comes to you.

Find out more: https://hanleyconsulting.co.uk/enabling-digital-access/

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Political Conference Speeches 2023 and the Future of the NHS

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0100

We take a look at the 2023 Labour and Conservative conference speeches on health from the current and shadow ministers for Health & Social Care and look for steers on the future direction of health policy.

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SystmOne online patient data safety guide

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0100

A quick guide for clinicians and other team members on online patient record access data safety on TPP SystmOne for accelerated/prospective record access.

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00:00 Record access
01:00 Medical notes
02:15 Documents
03:23 Pathology

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Best practice, RCGP AC, party political, Kings fund and other conferences and more in the eGPlearning round up

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0100

Best Practice – Panel with Tara and Farah… Planning General Practice in uncertain times

Questions about…

Future contracts and role of GP partnership model

2 handling PCN staff pay rises, 2 tier PCN/practice workforce

https://www.bestpracticeshow.co.uk/

Gandhi - Kings fund Digital Healthcare congress

https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/events/digital-health-and-care-congress

RCGP annual conference

https://rcgpac.org.uk/programme/

GP locums asked to reduce costs

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/lost-practices/gp-locums-asked-to-reduce-rates-to-compete-with-arrs-staff/

£300m new tech framework

https://htn.co.uk/2023/10/19/nhs-england-opens-300-million-procurement-framework-for-digital-pathways-in-primary-care-it/

Party political conferences news stories

Vaping age changes

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/clinical-areas/smoking-cessation/government-proposes-measures-to-crack-down-on-teenage-vaping/

Wes Streeting change on GP partnerships

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/i-now-recognise-the-value-gp-partners-bring-says-streeting?login=true

Medics Money New to GP partnership course and conference

https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/gp-partnership-programme/

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Diagnosis simplified with DemDx - supporting your teams safely

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from DemDx as they share their decision support tool to help you simplify the diagnosis and care made from your clinical teams

Find out more at: https://www.demdx.com/primary-care/

00:00 DemDX intro
00:54 The team
01:30 What is DemDx?
05:10 Focus on safety?
06:00 DemDX in action
08:27 DemDX notes builder
09:30 More DemDX features
11:54 DemDX actions page
12:30 DemDX transfer
13:43 DemDX media and actions
14:50 DemDX Red flags
16:30 DrGandalf's Questions
17:00 Coding and interoperability
17:40 DemDX mobile?
18:08 Key features
18:56 Onboarding and triage?
22:42 Costs..
23:20 Questions from viewers
27:30 Safeguarding modules and developmental
28:08 DrGandalf's favourite parts and tips
30:00 Finding out more about DemDX

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Effective General Practice business continuity plans for when disaster strikes

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0100

We discuss various disasters that have affected our own practices such as power cuts, floods, fires and national cyber security emergencies... And share tips for responding when things go wrong and how what to include in an effective business continuity plan.

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When disaster strikes in general practice- how to prepare for never events

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0100

All GP surgeries need to hold business continuity plans so we can continue to provide the best care possible during setbacks such as floods, power cuts, telephone and internet problems. But when problems arise, things never work out quite how you planned.

We discuss various disasters that have affected our own practices such as power cuts, floods, fires and national cyber security emergencies... And share tips for responding when things go wrong and how what to include in an effective business continuity plan.

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GP Automate on SystmOne

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0100

How can GP automate help you as a TPP S1 user? What is next? Find out here or at Best practice stand 85

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Find out more at https://www.gpautomate.com

00:00 GP Automate in S1
02:10 Who is GP Automate?
04:28 Existing EMIS functions
08:44 SystmOne functionality
12:35 DrGandalf's questions
16:40 More S1 functionality
19:50 What is next for GP Automate
24:07 Onboarding times
26:07 GP Automate pricing
28:30 Other clinical systems?
28:53 Finding out more
30:18 GP Automate community
32:03 GP Automate summary and..

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BMA Advanced access to records update

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0100

Check out the latest guidance from the BMA on advanced (Accelerated) access to records (prospective records) and links below

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GPC page: https://www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/com...

FAQ: https://www.bma.org.uk/media/7670/bma...

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GP pay uplift what does it mean?

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for analysis of the GP pay up lift and other updates in the eGPlearning Podblast.

6%pay uplift for GPs: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...

BMA guidance: https://www.bma.org.uk/bma-media-cent...

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Will more Advice & Guidance help patients get what they need?

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 19:00:00 +0100

Andy and Gandhi discuss proposals for increasing the use of Advice and Guidance as a way to help solve bottle necks in Secondary Care.

Is it the right tool for the job and would it work?

A&G in news:

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/nhs-england-working-on-major-expansion-of-ag-prior-to-gp-referral/

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/referrals/rcgp-has-asked-nhs-england-not-to-mandate-advice-and-guidance/

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General Practice update Sept 2023

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest updates LIVE in general practice including EMIS NUG, Strikes, PAs renamed, the rise and fall of Babylon and advice and guidance.

EMIS NUG 2023!

Experience
Location
Thank EMIS NUG team
My faux pax
Providers

Strikes , strikes strikes

Combined junior/consultant strikes this week

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pol...

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

Renaming PAs

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

Babylon - The rise and fall

https://www.wired.co.uk/article/babyl...

https://www.ft.com/content/1d980d5e-b...

Advice and guidance

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Medwise.ai the Google for general practice

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:00:00 +0100

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A Major Disease Strategy for the NHS?

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0100

Gandhi and Andy take a look at the new DoHSC Major Conditions Strategy. We introduce the document, foreword and executive summary.

2:31 Introducing the Major Conditions Strategy - What is it and why is it important?
8:31 Foreword by Steve Barclay Secretary of State for Health & social Care
14:12 Executive Summary
25:16 A helpful infographic summary of the Major Conditions Strategy
27:33 Our impressions and discussion

This policy paper published by the Department of Health and Social Care (DoHSC) in August 2023 outlines a strategy to improve health and wellbeing in the UK by focussing NHS resources on 6 disease areas identified as causing 60% of all illness and death in the UK.

These areas are:
- Cancer
- Heart disease
- Musculoskeletal disorders
- Mental ill-health
- Dementia
- Respiratory diseases

View the original document here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/major-conditions-strategy-case-for-change-and-our-strategic-framework/major-conditions-strategy-case-for-change-and-our-strategic-framework--2

Further breakdowns of the rest of the document should be available soon.

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Private Healthcare & General Practice

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 19:00:00 +0100

Gandhi & Andy discuss the pros and cons of private healthcare in the UK with a particular focus on General Practice.

Several recent eGPlearning videos have led to discussion about the role of private healthcare providers in UK General Practice. In the last few weeks, we have covered the BMA’s guidance for GP Surgeries coping with demand and work from private healthcare providers, and also the exit of large private providers of GP services from th UK market in the form of Operose and Babylon Health.

In this video we go deeper and discuss our opinions on the role private providers can, do and should play in UK Primary Care…

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Who wants to be... a council member of the RCGP?

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0100

Join Dr Gandalf and Andy for an extra livestream interviewing some of the candidates for RCGP council and asking the questions you want to ask....

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Covid Vaccination and GP providers leaving in your GP update

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0100

An unscheduled update on covid vaccinations and a major GP provider leaving UK.

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NHS and private healthcare interface

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review LIVE recent updated guidance on how NHS care and private care should interface more effectively....or not.

@BMAtv guidance: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-sup...

00:00 Intro
03:15 The guidance outline
05:54 Private referrals from a GP
11:03 Tests requested by a private provider
16:25 NHS guidance on private care
17:35 Medications from a private provider
20:36 Shared care with a private provider
27:37 Private treatment abroad on the NHS?
31:20 Referrals to NHS by private providers
34:00 Our thoughts

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Changing to TPP SystmOne

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0100

Changing to SystmOne from other providers, watch this strong interview by CEO Frank Hester, and a review of the latest TPP features

Terms and conditions for the migration assistance and referral fee: https://tpp-uk.com/tpp-systmone-gp-re...

Details on migration: https://tpp-uk.com/migration-assistance/

00:00 Intro
01:00 What is coming up
01:45 The TPP offer...
05:05 Why now?
07:00 CEO Frank Hester view on EMIS
13:00 Summarised offer from TPP
14:00 Why not Vision practices
14:20 Questions to TPP CEO on the offer
15:00 TPP SystmOne vs EMIS reports
17:22 LIVE offer :)
18:00 TPP not on the GPIT/TIF??
20:18 More questions on changing over
21:15 Why word doesn't work with TPP SystmOne
22:05 AI in TPP SystmONe
24:45 AI to prevent DNAs!
27:10 Last words from TPP CEO Frank Hester
29:50 Latest updates to TPP SystmOne
30:25 Brigid is HERE!
32:54 Visualisations update - actions

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Tackling Health Inequalities - Reviewing a practical toolkit

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0100

This toolkit from Queen Mary University London, presents a vision for equitable general practice and provides guiding principles and a framework to help teams work out how to make a difference and have an impact.

Addressing inequalities in general practice is not easy and this problem can feel so huge that it is difficult to know where to start.

The toolkit contains practical actions and case studies to help you make a start.

The toolkit is structures in a 5:4:4 approach - watch to learn more...

Thank you to everyone involved in the production of this excellent work and please do visit, read and download their original documents:
https://www.qmul.ac.uk/ceg/research/health-inequalities/building-equitable-primary-care/

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Did NHS England mess up?

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0100

A rapid update on General Practice and Primary care contracts by NHS England that you can not miss

NSH England publications https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

COVID Flu specifications: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

Seasonal flu specifications: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

AW23 letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/...

Stepping stone contract: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

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NHS Winter pressures plans 2023

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the new winter pressures guidance document for 2023 and how it relates to primary care and wider

NHS England link: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

Resilience in winter 2023: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/...

Responsibilities: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/...

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Making Sense of the GP Survery Results 2023

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0100

The current abundance of click bait headlines about the “best” and “worst” GP Practices can only mean one thing… Its annual GP Survey results time!

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12318979/Worst-rated-GP-practices-England-ranked-Shock-NHS-analysis-reveals-just-one-10-patients-happy-surgeries-use-table-fares.html

In this episode we explore:

00:00 Welcome and introductions
02:10 GP Survey methodology and purpose
08:48 GP Survey results 2023
10:18 PCN Dashboard
13:20 Survey Analysis Tool walkthrough & national trends
32:14 Positives and negatives of the GP Survey
45:16 Thought sand opinions from Andy & Gandhi

Understanding the GP survey:

https://www.england.nhs.uk/statistics/statistical-work-areas/gp-patient-survey/

GP Survey FAQs:

https://gp-patient.co.uk/FAQ

Conducted independently by IPSOS
Purpose of the survey?
“We run the GP Patient Survey every year to track change over time and monitor the quality of services. The survey will help the NHS to improve GP practices and other local NHS services, so they better meet your needs.”

Where to find detailed information about methodology? Delving into the Technical Annexe:

Weighted data…
Confidence intervals? P43 - Are broad and can overlap for results with low numbers of responses such as specific questions at practice level data.
https://gp-patient.co.uk/Downloads/2023/GPPS_2023_Technical_Annex_PUBLIC.pdf

Results:

https://www.gp-patient.co.uk/

Infographic

https://gp-patient.co.uk/downloads/2023/GPPS_2023_National_Infographic_PUBLIC.pdf

PCN Dashboard

https://gp-patient.co.uk/pcn-dashboard

Using the analysis tool

Comparative results and results over time - example looking at national data
Comparing with neighbours or other practices

Positives

Low sample size means only indicative at practice level and difficult to compare one practice to another
Unfair to compare some practices with others... Comparing apples to oranges.
Practices in difficult areas

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GP and eGPlearning update

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest in primary care news and a massive update on changes at eGPlearning

GPC Chaos https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

GP recruitment
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...
Strong recruitment to GP training schemes
Signals NHS workforce plan - inc. GP training to 6,000/2031
Other measures to support GP recruitment

GP workforce
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...
More appointment, 29M appointments in June 23 - NHS Data tool
https://app.powerbi.com/view?r=eyJrIj...
They show that there were 27,153 FTE fully-qualified GPs last month, down from 28,129 at the end of 2019.
https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-infor...

GP pay rises

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YouTube Health Clinical Creators - an update

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0100

Andy & Gandhi recently visited YouTube HQ in London to attend an event hosted by Google aimed at supporting licensed clinicians to create YouTube videos to support patients to stay healthy and understand and manage their medical conditions.

Here about the event and where we see opportunities and challenges in this exciting space…

0:00 Welcome!

3:46 Why are Google working on health issues?

6:17 Google has many complimentary platforms positioned to support health

10:20 YouTube’s approach to acting responsibly in the health space

12:03 Andy & Gandhi reflections on the event & YouTube Health

30:26 Introducing the eGPlearning Getting tarted with video in Primary Care online course! Link to register interest – www.bit.ly/clinicalcreatorcourse

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NHS Workforce plan review

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the long-awaited NHS Workforce plan which sets out the NHS plans for the next 15 years. Is it any good? Find out with us....

https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

Published 29 June 2023
Commissioned and accepted by the government
Costed plan
Addresses how NHS will meet workforce challenges, 15 years, £2.4bn

The problem is significant
Staffing shortfalls have been a long-standing issue and NHS vacancies now stand at 112,000
The plan’s modelling estimates that vacancies would rise to 360,000 by 2037 if no action is taken

Priority areas:
Train - increase numbers of staff
Retain - 130,000
Reform - Work differently and modernise

Headline features
doubling medical school training places to 15,000 by 2031/32, with more places in areas with the greatest shortages
increasing the number of GP training places by 50 per cent to 6,000 by 2031
almost doubling the number of adult nurse training places by 2031, with 24,000 more nurse and midwife training places a year by 2031
providing 22 per cent of training for clinical staff through apprenticeship routes by 2031/32
introducing medical degree apprenticeships with pilots running in 2024/25 so that by 2031/32 2,000 medical students will train by this route
training more NHS staff domestically – in 15 years’ time, we would expect around 9-10.5 per cent of the workforce to be recruited from overseas compared to nearly a quarter now
ensuring that more than 6,300 clinicians start advanced practice pathways each year by 2031/32
increasing training places for nursing associates (NAs) to 10,500 by 2031/32 – by 2036/37, there will be over 64,000 nursing associates working in the NHS, compared to 4,600 today.

Thoughts and Comments

There are no ‘specific costs’ associated with retention elements of the long-term workforce plan, NHS England’s chief executive has admitted. Ms Pritchard
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pul...

The document sets out a plan to ‘ensure up to 130,000 fewer staff leave the NHS over the next 15 years’, however that se

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The sate of education and practice in medicine - a GMC report review

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the GMC report on the state of education and practice in Medicine.

There are some scary numbers here....

Document: https://www.gmc-uk.org/about/what-we-do-and-why/data-and-research/the-state-of-medical-education-and-practice-in-the-uk

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Digital Transformation Made Easy: Exploring Essential Digital Certificates for General Practice

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and Dr Dustyn Saint from Primary Care IT as they discover the crucial types of digital certificates required by companies and GP practices in UK primary care for a successful digital transformation.

In this informative video, we explore the significance of digital certificates in empowering organizations to streamline their operations and embrace the digital era.

Stay ahead of the curve and unlock the full potential of digital transformation with the right digital certificates.

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Cloud-based telephony explained with X-on Health

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf for a cloud telephony update with Surgery Connect by X-ON Health: https://www.x-on.co.uk/service/surger...

00:00 Intro
01:00 The Xon Health team
02:20 What is X-on Health?
05:25 What is Cloud-based telephony?
08:30 Demo of Surgery Connect by X-on Health
17:00 X-flow
25:35 Real practice demo
35:00 What is the better purchasing framework?
38:00 Questions and comments
41:30 Using headsets...
42:40 Patient access to recordings and more questions
44:50 Pricing and onboarding
48:40 Multi-language use
50:19 A fun question with a game-changing answer
52:42 More information and....

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Exploring the complex relationship between Digital Exclusion & Health Inequalities

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0100

Every report, guidance and initiative directed at UK General Practice is advocating for increased use of technology and a digital first approach to accessing NHS care.

These same documents also compel all levels of the system to address inequalities in health care access and outcomes.

Many worry that the drive adopt technology and move access online may exclude vulnerable and disadvantaged groups who are often less able to afford, access and know how to use technology.

Can this situation be reconciled?

Can digital technology actually be used to address health inequalities?

In the episode we discuss this challenge and draw in particular on recent digital inclusion and inequality reports:

The Good Things Foundation: Building a Digital Nation

https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/insights/building-a-digital-nation/

The Kings Fund: Moving from exclusion to inclusion in digital health and care

https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/publications/exclusion-inclusion-digital-health-care

OFCOM: Digital Exclusion Report 2022

https://www.ofcom.org.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0022/234364/digital-exclusion-review-2022.pdf

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Understanding the HealthWatch Cost of Living & Health Report

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0100

A recent report from the patient advocacy organisation HealthWatch, recommended that GP Surgeries should prescribe medicines available over the counter at pharmacies and supermarkets to patients based on socioeconomic need.

For years the NHS has been telling practices to stop doing this due to the cost of providing a whole appointment compared to the low cost (often pennies) of widely available medicines such as paracetamol and antihistamines.

We pick apart this report and it’s other recommendations here…

HealthWatch Cost of Living & Health Report

https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/cost-living-findings

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Automating GP registrations: one less task with healthtech-1

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Find out how automation can be done in your practice with DrGandalf and the team and healthtech-1 for a sponsored stream

Find out more: https://www.healthtech1.uk

00:00 Intro
01:14 the Healthtech-1 team
02:00 The challenge with GP registrations
10:10 What is Healthtech-1
12:55 Healthtech-1 demo
16:50 How Healthtech-1 can help
34:20 Pricing of Healthtech-1
37:09 Healthtech-1 outcomes
45:48 Questions and comments
53:50 The future for Healthtech-1
56:40 Book to find out more

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Is the GMC fit for purpose and other news stories in primary care

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 23:00:00 +0100

Your primary care update by Andy and Gandhi covers all the latest news in General Practice including:
is the GMC fit for purpose?
General Practice IT and outages
The end of PSCE by Capita?

and more...
00:00 Intro
01:11 GMC reverse:
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

Apology as guilt - consequences
Patient testimony over documentation
Other factors img

GMC judgement: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/reg...

12:38 Readers questions:
Email From A practice manager from Nottingham… about two-tier workforce re practice and ARRS staff

Hi Andy and Gandhi

Thank you for your weekly podcast, it is very informative – I am not sure how you both manage to digest all the information and changes that we face on a weekly basis, and then hold an informative podcast on the issues…

I generally listen to the recording, and so don’t contribute to the live event – there was one issue that I wanted to mention after this weeks’ episode and that was when you discussed ‘up skilling the reception team to care navigators’ – my comment / concern is that if we are being asked to up skill staff it would be good if there was some funding to increase the pay to reflect this up skilling (and not just funded training)… The role of receptionist is key, but the underfunding of practices, which is particularly an issue in deprived areas means many receptionists are employed on the minimum wage or very near it.

The ARRS funding via the PCN DES is highlighting the disparity in T&C’s between the ARRS staff and practice staff T&C’s and this increasingly becoming an issue.

Best wishes

Suggestions
Use care coordinator funding / staff to support this work - co-ordinators / champions
We do need to think carefully about 2 tier T&C issue - can be dependent on employment arrangements
See pharmacists leave meds ops at ICBs to join PCNs, other staff leaving roles to

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BMA stress awareness month advice to GP practices - Managing workloads (part TWO of two)

Sat, 27 May 2023 11:00:00 +0100

Gandhi and Andy take a look at BMA advice release in “Stress Awareness Month” aimed to help GP practices reflect on and improve staff wellbeing and also have conversations measures to manage workloads safely and more effectively.

This is part TWO of two – Managing workloads

See part ONE for discussion of advice to help support staff wellbeing

Find the document here: https://i.emlfiles4.com/cmpdoc/3/7/7/5/2/files/1028278_gp-practices-taking-time-to-reflect-on-wellbeing---stress-awareness-month-april-2023-final12.pdf

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Dictation in General Practice made easy with Crescendo

Wed, 24 May 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from Crescendo as we talk about Dragon dictate and the tools to help you in your practice work faster in this livestream

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00:00 Intro
01:09 Who is Crescendo?
04:16 How to use Dragon Medical One (DMO)
04::55 DMO in TPP SystmOne
07:00 Dragon Medical One in EMIS
08:08 Using dictation for referrals
09:32 Cloud enhancement of DMO
14:59 What is new in DMO?
17:37 Training DMO for when it doesn't work
20:11 Questions and comments
20:24 Microsoft and Dragon?
22:56 AI dictation in GP...
24:05 Using DMO in other applications
25:52 What is autotext in DMO?
27:55 Integration issues with TPP?
29:11 More questions
32:43 How much does it cost?
35:40 Background noise impact?
38:52 Free trial of Dragon by Crescendo
40:15 Upcoming help

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BMA stress awareness month advice to GP practices - Wellbeing (part ONE of two)

Sat, 20 May 2023 11:00:00 +0100

This is part ONE of two – Staff wellbeing

Listen to part TWO for discussion of advice to help managing workloads

Find the document here: https://i.emlfiles4.com/cmpdoc/3/7/7/5/2/files/1028278_gp-practices-taking-time-to-reflect-on-wellbeing---stress-awareness-month-april-2023-final12.pdf

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Total Digital Triage - an example

Thu, 18 May 2023 13:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and Dr Nat Martin as they talk about how total triage can be used to match capacity and demand...

Join us as Dr Nat explains why and how they changed their appointment system, the benefits, the pitfalls and how they overcame them, and loads of specific questions too from our live viewers.

Safety Net document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l...

00:00 Intro
01:00 Dr Nat Martin
01:20 Why we changed to total triage
04:20 Preparation for total triage
06:00 Setting up Total triage
11:25 Pitfalls and solutions
14:46 Questions and comments
44:50 More resources

Please note the above document is shared as a guide and it is the individual clinician's responsibility to use the information with their own judgment and tailor it to the patient's need. eGPlearning and Dr Nat Martic accept no liability from any person or organisation using the above information as above.

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Automate your General Practice with GP Automate

Wed, 17 May 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and Dr Arun Notaney of GP Automate as they explore the new world of automated General Practice and how it can help your practice and patients.
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Will the GP recovery plan work?

Sat, 13 May 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Join us for our longest episode to date, this is packed with details and views on the new GP Recovery Plan

See the delivery plan for recovering access to primary care: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

00:00 Intro to the GP recovery plan
02:20 Executive Summary
19:40 Why we need this plan
23:50 Empowering patients
41:05 Implementing Modern General Practice Access
54:50 Building Capacity
01:09:50 Cutting bureaucracy
01:17:55 Delivering this plan
01:26:24 Engaging the future of primary care
01:29:15 Questions and comments
01:37:35 Our reflections
01:42:15 Further resources

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Connecting healthcare with Accumail by Accurx

Mon, 08 May 2023 15:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from Accurx to learn more about accumail the new product that helps to connect healthcare.

Check out our previous stream on Accurx basic functions here: https://youtube.com/live/FU8oRzrTZc8?...

And to join our last stream on advanced Accurx tips here: • Using Accurx adva...

00:00 Introduction
01:45 What is Accumail?
03:07 Accumail demo
11:05 Accumail quick templates demo
17:26 Benefits of Accumail
19:08 Usage of Accumail
20:14 Primary and secondary care interface with Accumail
23:57 Questions and answers
24:16 Email addresses in the records
24:45 Accumail inbox management
27:40 Accumail further Templates
31:06 Changing contacts in Accumail
32:13 Adding contacts in Accumail
33:25 Accumail and non-secure email addresses
34:43 Does Accumail use my nhs.net storage or inbox?
37:33 Hospital use of Accurx and Accumail
38:47 How to keep Accumail up to date?
40:27 File size limit for Accumail?
42:38 More Accurx content

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Effective feedback in General Practice & PCNs

Sun, 07 May 2023 15:00:00 +0100

We respond to a viewer question asking how to improve the Friends & Family Feedback process at their practice.

We discuss approaching feedback with the right mindset and the different types, tools, and ways to collect and use feedback in General Practice and Primary Care Networks to improve quality of care, patient experience and staff moral.

00:00 Introduction

02:16 Mindset & feedback

04:47 Types of feedback

12:15 Why engage with feedback

20:20 Sources of feedback & collection tools

39:45 Friends & Family Question suggestions

49:10 Simple electronic feedback station idea

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PCN PLUS review the GP contract and what you need to do

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Join Ben, Tara, Andy and Gandhi as we review the GP contract for you live and find out more at https://bit.ly/PCNPLUS

00:00 PCN PLUS GP contract review
00:55 Who is PCN PLUS?
02:12 GP contract changes
07:28 IIF and QoF changes
08:07 Capacity and Improvement plan UPDATE
10:40 GPC update
21:08 PCN PLUS
26:04 Your comments
28:13 Andy's reflections and actions
31:09 Ben's reflections and actions
34:17 Tara's Reflections and actions
37:50 Gandhi's reflections and actions
41:18 Practical actions from Andy
46:12 More reflections by PCN PLUS
50:10 Your questions answered
1:02:30 PCN PLUS bit.ly/PCNPLUS

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

GMS & PMS Contract varied using Statutory Instrument 2023 No. 436

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The new GP contract in detail and a review of the 'assessment of need'

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore what the new assessment of needs means in the new GP contract LIVE

00:00 The details of the new GP contract
01:45 What is the GP contract?
03:04 Statutory Instruments?
04:14 Disclaimer
04:30 The ACTUAL GP contract
05:36 How to change the GP contract...
07:30 What are the changes to the GP contract?
08:00 GP pay transparency
08:35 Online services
10:30 Cloud-based telephony changes
11:35 Contact with practice...
20:42 PMC contract changes
22:19 No impact assessment????
23:35 Initial Q&A
23:36 Cloud-based telephony benefits
26:56 Our reflections and comments
38:25 More Q&A
47:55 BMA response and support
53:50 BBO LMC guidance
56:40 What are we worried about?
58:40 What happens if you breach a GP contract and more questions?
1:05:20 PCN PLUS

Link to actual GP contract changes: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2...

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A global crisis in General Practice? Health Foundation report explained

Sat, 22 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0100

We explore the reports behind recent headlines claiming that GPs in the UKs are the most stressed in the world and explore how our colleagues in primary care are doing in other comparable wealthy nations.

Health Foundation Report - Stressed & Overworked

https://www.health.org.uk/publications/reports/stressed-and-overworked

Commonwealth Fund - Stressed Out and Burned Out: The Global Primary Care Crisis

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2022/nov/stressed-out-burned-out-2022-international-survey-primary-care-physicians

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The Hewitt Review for Integrated Care Systems

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the recent Hewitt Report on integrated care systems and the recent Health Foundation report on Primary Care.

Hewitt Report: https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...

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What is the GPDF?

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they find out from Dr Zoe Norris, what is the GPDF and what does it do?

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00:00 Intro
01:17 Dr Zoe Norris
02:14 What is the GPDF?
06:45 How is the GPDF run?
09:40 How are people nominated to the GPDF?
12:27 GMC/GPC/GPDF...huh?
14:37 What is the business of the GPDF?
20:37 Controversy in the GPDF?
30:36 Could the GPDF fund a GP strike?
33:33 Next steps for GPDF?
35:25 Find out more

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QoF guide for 2023/24

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0100

A complete guide to the QOF (Quality and outcome framework) for General practice in 2023-24

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00:00 QoF guide for 2023/23
01:27 Document intro
03:16 QoF income protection
04:16 Clinical domain indicators
04:49 AF QoF changes
06:15 CVD QoF changes
07:08 Cholesterol QoF changes
08:30 Asthma QoF changes
09:07 Mental health QoF changes
11:08 Cancer care QoF changes
11:40 Obesity QoF changes
12:25 Imms QoF changes
14:56 QoF QI intro
20:00 Workforce and wellbeing QoF QI
20:48 Interlude
22:22 TPP S1 Course https://bit.ly/TPPS1course
23:06 Wellbeing QoF QI actions
27:34 GP Access QoF QI
33:18 Exclusions QoF
34:30 QoF summary

QoF Guidance:

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GP Contract review 2023/24

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for our first impressions on the GP contract for 2023/24

00:00 GP contract review 23/24
01:12 GP contract still awaited
02:35 PCN DES
08:33 QoF and QoF QI
09:14 PCN Finances
13:08 IIF major changes
24:30 Capacity and Access payment
49:55 Actions to consider
01:01:35 Comments and questions
01:06:06 PCN Plus free Livestream

Cover letter on PCN DES: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

PCN DES guidance: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

PCN DES capacity and improvement payment: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...

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Cheaper HRT

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0100

How can you get cheaper HRT on the NHS? Find out about the new HRT prepayment certificate.

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00:00 Cheaper HRT now
00:35 HRT certificate cost
01:00 Who needs the HRT prepayment certificate
01:21 2 problems
02:41 Should you get the HRT PPC?
03:03: NHS prepayment certificate

HRT prepayment certificate: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/help-nhs-pr...

Medicines covered by the HRT prepayment certificate: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/help-nhs-pr...

NHS Prepayment certificate: https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/help-nhs-pr...

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TPP SystmOne Update on visualisations.

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and the team from TPP as they share the latest updates to TPP SystmOne including key details about the new visualisations module. Join the TPP S1 course for clinicians: https://bit.ly/TPPS1course

00:00 S1 FBUG livestream
01:13 Visualisation demo
24:29 Visualisation examples
39:16 SystmOne Look and Feel
41:30 HRT prepayment update
44:45 Appointment methods
48:49 Things still here
51:38 Brigid announcement
52:55 Q&A
59:16 Future content

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Sign up to visualisation: email SystmOneSetup@tpp-uk.com with unit name ID and request.

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Can General Practice Survive? An interview with the GPC

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they are joined by Dep Chair of the GPC Dr David Wrigley to answer the question can General Practice survive, and answer your questions too...

BMA GP contract update webinar: https://www.bma.org.uk/events/english...

00:00 Will GPs Strike?
01:20 Who is Dr David Wrigley?
02:57 GPC and other organisations
06:44 GP contract imposition
09:20 How do GP contract negotiations work?
20:40 Can GPs strike?
22:27 Can GP partners strike?
26:09 Oher options for GP practices
39:40 The future of GP partnership
46:50 What are the GPC plans?
48:51 What does the next GP contract look like?
54:50 Q&A
1:10:10 Contact Dr David Wrigley

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Board games for health and medical training

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We discuss how boardgames can be good for health and well being and a useful tool for team building, medical education and even recruitment.

A special episode filmed on location in our AirBnB at the AireCon 2023 board game conference in Harrogate.

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NHS England ENFORCED GP contract changes 23/24 Review

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the enforced GP contract changes for 23/24 following the release

Link to changes: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/...

Cambs LMC tweet: https://twitter.com/doctor_katie/stat...

PCN Plus: https://bit.ly/3mbO8yK

00:00 Enforced GP contract
03:00 Foreword
18:20 Prospective record access
22:50 IIF changes
26:15 QoF and QoF QI
35:35 ARRS changes
30:00 Immunisation and vaccinations
43:00 Annex
53:45 Actions to consider
59:00 Cambs LMC options
01:18:15 Our thoughts

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One Contact update 2023

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Watch the One Contact update. See what you are missing from PrimaryCare IT

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Qrisk on EMIS fix

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000

Qrisk might be going but Primary Care IT show you how you can resurrect it with OneContact

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Can GPs Strike?

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Can General Practitioners (GPs) strike?

We discuss the implications here

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Cost effective conference webcam - Nuroum C40

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000

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Primary Care update Feb 2023

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest update in General Practice in Feb 2023

20230225 News and Updates

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/junior-doctors-to-strike-after-98-vote-in-favour/

The vote saw a record turnout of 77%, with 98% voting in favour of strikes. Junior doctors will now walk out for 72 hours during March.

‘We have had a real-terms pay cut of more than 26 % since 2008.
“in the name of our profession, our patients, and our NHS, doctors won’t take it anymore.”

https://www.bma.org.uk/pay-and-contracts/pay/junior-doctors-pay-scales/pay-scales-for-junior-doctors-in-england

Junior doctors covers up to registrars!

Health secretary Steve Barclay said: ‘We hugely value the work of junior doctors and it is deeply disappointing some union members have voted for strike action.

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/three-day-junior-doctor-strike-confirmed-for-march/

The BMA has announced a three-day junior doctor strike on 13, 14 and 15 March based on the health secretary’s failure to ‘come to the table’ to negotiate pay.

https://www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-events/news/uk-rcn-nursing-strikes-paused-during-talks-with-uk-government-210223

GPs and Strike - decided to do as a separate episode
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/analysis/contract/the-legal-view-on-gps-taking-strike-action

https://www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-events/news/uk-rcn-nursing-strikes-paused-during-talks-with-uk-government-210223

“The Health Secretary will meet with the Royal College of Nursing on Wednesday (22 February) to begin talks. The Royal College of Nursing will pause strike action during these talks.”

GP locum rates up

https://www.gponline.com/gp-locum-rates-increased-parts-uk-during-past-18-months-poll-suggests/article/1814091

Annual survey conducted by GP business

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/views/guest-opinion/could-a-chatbot-save-general-practice/

So good

So much sense in the simple plan to save general practice

Firstly, they increased funding to general practice, allowing more GPs to be hired and giving them the resources they needed to provide better care to their patients. They also invested in technology, such as telemedicine and electronic health records, to make it easier for GPs to communicate with each other and provide more coordinated care.

Next, they implemented measures to reduce the administrative burden on GPs, allowing them to spend more time with their patients. This included hiring more administrative staff to handle paperwork and streamlining processes to reduce bureaucracy.

They also implemented measures to support the mental health and wellbeing of GPs, recognising that they were under immense pressure and needed support. This included counselling services and peer support networks.

What to make of this
Represents the collective view of the internet?
AI informed health p

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Advanced tip to using Accurx

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000

A live stream of an advanced look at the back end of how to use Accurx effectively in your practice and key tips to make using it better for your team and your patients

Check out our previous stream on Accurx functions here: https://youtube.com/live/FU8oRzrTZc8?feature=share

And to join our next stream on what is next join here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJYJaHyAJCs

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General Practice Technology Trends & HypeCycle 2023

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Join our annual review of technology trends to watch in 2023. We use the "HypeCycle" concept as a lens to discuss which technologies are worth investing time and resources in over the coming year.

00:00 Introduction
00:48 HypeCycle explained and how it can be useful
03:52 Previous eGPlearning HypeCycles 2020-21-22
07:20 HypeCycle 2023!!!
08:10 Microbiome testing
09:23 Virtual reality
11:32 Information as a determinant of health
13:27 3D printing
15:09 Peak data analysis
17:25 Consumer wearable
19:32 Remote monitoring
22:20 Artificial intelligence – Decision making, decision support, diagnostics, ChatGPT
29:15 Dashboards and real-time data
32:16 Continuity tools & metrics
32:46 Coproduction tools
33:57 Patient access to health records
36:33 Miss-information – technology is not always beneficial
39:33 What technologies are we excited about?

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Tips to create a successful bid for NHS funding

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

How do you craft a good pitch for funding in the NHS?

We discuss how you can take your fantastic ideas for improving health services and outcomes and articulate them in language of the system and commissioners to secure further support and funding to make them a reality.

It's nearly the end of the text year, so invitations for bids to put underspent funds to good use will be coming soon!

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Epomaker TH 96 unboxing

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +0000

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YouTube Health 23 - eGPlearning visit YouTube's London offices

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We reflect on our trip down to YouTube Health at google YouTube HQ in London in early 2023. Lots to learn from all the exciting people we met including Google staff, NHS clinicians and managers, Royal College reps and fellow clinician and patient creators.

YouTube Health - “Information as a determinant of health”

Are YouTube handling their responsibility as the first port of call for health information for much of the public?

Find out…

Also, please do check out Andy’s Substack article about the YouTube Health Event London 2023

https://drawfoster.substack.com/p/youtube-health-london-event-january

00:00 YouTube Health 23 introduction & first impressions

04:05 Thoughts from Google, YouTube & Alphabet companies

- Google as the front door to health systems

- Valuing health content creators

- YouTube Shorts

- Combating misinformation & supporting access to good quality information

- Source information panels

- Health topic shelves

- Crisis resource panels

13:30 Thoughts from NHS organisations & Royal Colleges

- Flagging approved content & accrediting credible videos & sources including clinicians and individuals

- The phenomenon of “mass social media-induced illness” & TicTok ticks

19:00 Creators - patients & clinicians

- The responsibility of being responsible

- Niching down vs general information

- Thumbnails & outsourcing & avoiding burnout

22:28 Final thoughts

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General Practice update Jan 2023

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

oin Andy and Gandhi for the latest in General Practice and what is going on....

00:00 General Practice update Jan 2023

01:07 Charging for GP Appointments!

Sajid Javid’s call to charge for GP and A&E visits is ‘zombie idea’ threatening ‘principle of NHS’, say medics
https://inews.co.uk/news/health/sajid...

Former Health Secretary
Means tested fees protecting those on low incomes
Mr Javid, who will not stand at the next election, argued that “the 75-year-old model of the NHS is unsustainable” and pointed to Ireland’s “nominal 75 euro fee” for going to an injury unit without a referral and £20 fees for GP appointments in Norway and Sweden as possible models.

Thoughts
Not about the money but demand management
Delay presentations? More cost further down the road
Worsen health outcomes for the poorest

People already pay via NI/tax
Slippery slope
Expensive and fiddly to implement
Just invest in the NHS

During his campaign for the Tory leadership, Rishi Sunak set out plans to fine patients who miss GP and hospital appointments £10.
Wes streeting and labour against…

Welsh GP leaders propose new Australia-style GP contract
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wal...

12:25 Should General Practice go Australian?
The Welsh LMC conference will vote on a motion proposing that Wales moves to an item-of-service fee GP contract similar to that used in Australia.
One motion says that the ‘conference despairs at the thought of continuing to flog the dead horse that is our capitation-based GMS contract, and we rejuvenate our call for GPC Wales to negotiate an activity-based model’.
‘conference urges GPC Wales to negotiate an IOS fee-based unified GMS contract similar to that in place in Australia’.

Charge for GP & A&E in Australia
Attract staff

20:32 Name and sh

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Finding Health & GP News in 2023

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We talk through the various methods we currently use to keep up to date and informed with news about what’s happening in health and general practice.

NB: Not talking about cpd and clinical skills. This is about the news.

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NHS England Priorities for 2023/24

Sat, 14 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Andy and Gandhi cover the priorities of NHS England for the NHS in 2023/24. Timestamps below.

Link to Priorities and operational planning guidance 2023/24 https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/2022-23-priorities-and-operational-planning-guidance/

00:00 Intro
02:07 The priorities of NHS England document
04:53 The foreword
10:12 National NHS objectives
16:30 The primary care objectives
25:00 technical difficulties
26:20 ARRS budgets
27:25 Dental objectives
28:30 Other health objectives related to GP
48:50 Annex and evidence
52:00 GP Access reports
01:03:00 Reflections and actions
01:09:00 What is next

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General Practice update for Jan 2023

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest in General Practice at the start of 2023

00:00 2023 update...

01:18 Ambulance strike impact

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre...

What impact has it had on you
Normalising advising patients to make their own way to hospital
Medical transport
Risk based transport
Assisted / timely transport
Changing the risk

Who is responsible?

Alternatives:
Taxi - is this safe, local links
Clinician assisted - equipment and risk - CqC/ NHS england alerts
Public transport - what if worsen on route

Backlog when arrive?

16:10 Junior doctor strikes

More strike talk https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-641...
Ballot Next week on Junior Doctor Strike Action next week
https://www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opini...

31:30 Patient aggression

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

A destroyed waiting room in Derby after being advised to use the normal process
Aggression becoming more common

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General Practice Awards 2022 & Predictions 2023

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000

General Practice Awards 2022 & Predictions 2023

We look back at the year that was 2022 and give our awards for the most innovative, disruptive and top health tech organisations and themes in 2022. We review how successful previous years predictions have been and make our predictions for top General Practice stories of 2023!

Thanks to all eGPlearning listeners, viewers and supporters who have joined us over the last year.

We wish you a very awesome 2023!

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Use Chat GPT to save you time in healthcare

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 18:00:00 +0000

How can AI like ChatGPT be used in healthcare? Find out in this comprehensive guide with Dr Keith Grimes

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00:00 AI in General Practice?
00:55 Who is Dr Keith Grimes?
02:48 What is Chat GPT?
05:10 How to sign in to Chat GPT
07:35 Chat GPT the basics
10:14 Uses of Chat GPT in Healthcare
11:47 Medication weaning made easier with Chat GPT
Dr Ed Turnham Twitter: https://twitter.com/EdTurnham
17:00 Using Chat GPT to summarise medical information
23:30 Summarise triage data with Chat GPT
Dr Dave Triska Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_dlt
29:05 Chat GPT to respond to hospital letters
Parody RCGP Twitter:

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Best websites for UK General Practice

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000

What are the best websites to use for UK General Practice? Click more for the links in the time stamps below.

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00:00 Best websites for UK GPs

00:38 CKS https://cks.nice.org.uk/

01:23 The NNT.com https://www.thennt.com/

02:04 Lasbtestonline https://labtestsonline.org.uk/

02:37 MD Calc https://www.mdcalc.com/

03:18 HIV interactions https://www.hiv-druginteractions.org/...

04:15 UKTIS

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NHS strikes, Acute Respiratory hubs and the news in General Practice 17.12.22

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest news in the NHS, General Practice and more including the strikes, acute respiratory (ARI) hubs and more

Cost of living crisis
Inflation, CPI, 11.1% October

Nurses Striking
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-639...
19% pay rise - years of underfunding, vacancy rates…
4.75%, with staff guaranteed a minimum of £1,400
Strike days - 15 and 20/12/22
Staff will continue to provide "life-preserving" and some urgent care but routine surgery and other planned treatment is likely to be disrupted.

RCN have a great hub
https://www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-event...
Presentation and engagement
Video - Asking for support of public, about valuing care, making sure nurse and health service can be there long term… nurse vacancy rates… for the NHS… for patient safety

Useful map
https://www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved/C...

Impact on General Practice
Often not affecting GP due to contracting - possible affects on Practice financing for nurse pay and then other staff
Further secondary care delays in non urgent hospital care
Longer term impact.

15:00 Paramedics Striking
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-638...
21 & 28/12/22
Direct impact
three main ambulance unions - Unison, GMB and Unite - will affect non-life threatening calls only.
Not all areas affected

Impact

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Balance demand in General Practice with RapidHealth

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Can RapidHealh help you balance the supply and demand equation? See Timestamps for more or https://www.Rapidhealth.ai

NHS primary care is struggling to manage ever-increasing patient demand.

Practices and networks are looking to utilise their existing resources more effectively.

Rapid Health's intelligent software supports primary care networks with:

• Better utilising their current workforce mix
• Enabling a multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
• Reducing pressure on their practice staff, with patient self-booking
• Prioritising patients in real-time – right care, right practitioner, first time
• Improving patient access and continuity of care

During the livestream, Rapid Health will show how their intelligent software enables practices, PCNs and Federations and ICSs to manage patient demand and optimise workforce capacity. This session will include a demo of their next-generation Smart Triage product.

00:00 Intro
01:15 What is Rapidhealth.ai
03:00 What Rapidhealth can do
07:59 Smart Traige demo
18:41 Patient experience
26:16 What Rapidhealth looks like in EMIS
27:20 What Rapidhealth looks like in SystmOne
27:50 More features
30:30 Q&A
30:44 Admin requests
36:55 Slot type integration
38:55 NHS app integration
39:50 Onboarding with Rapidhealth
43:18 Rapid prescriptions?
46:48 want to be the Vision pilot?
47:09 Risk score integration?
49:02 Dealing with multiple problems?

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Best New Board games for families

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 21:00:00 +0000

Find out the best new board games for your friends and family this Christmas, with links and time stamps below. Click for more

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00:00 Intro

01:16 Best Board games for under 5-year-olds

01:30 Orchard Games: https://amzn.to/3iK53qc

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Continuity of care in General Practice - What is it?

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and Dr Azeem Majeed as they talk about continuity of care in General Practice

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00:00 Intro
00:45 Dr Azeem Majeed
01:48 What has changed in General Practice?
02:49 What is continuity of care?
05:15 Why have we lost continuity of care?
05:40 What else has impacted Continuity of care
06:50 What metrics are used to measure continuity of care
08:18 Does the route impact continuity of care
09:30 What can help improve continuity of care
11:00 Examples of continuity of care
12:20 tips for creating continuity of care
13:40 List size impact
15:10 Team-based continuity
17:50 One key tip for continuity of care

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How to make pills easier to swallow

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000

A quick guide on how to make tablets and capsules easier to swallow

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00:00 Can't swallow your pills?
00:36 Follow medical advice
00:49 Tablets or capsules
01:00 Wash your hands.
01:10 Be safe!
01:20 Make capsules easier
02:13 Make tablets easier
02:19 Can I crush all tablets?
02:35 How to crush tablets
02:59 Dispersing tablets
03:20 Disperse a tablet with a syringe

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General Practice update Dec 2022

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf for this solo update of what is going on in General Practice this month. It has been....a doozy

00:00 No Andy
01:30 Budget impact on General Practice
04:52 Evidence for A&G helping backlog
07:00 No TPP?
09:08 Austerity health harms
11:50 Patient complaints not held
14:40 Accelerated access decelerated
18:00 Remote working Yo-Yo
24:40 LMC conference
26:20 Closure of your GP...
27:48 Capitation vs pay for service GP

GP5T Community: https://egplearning.circle.so/checkou...
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TPP S1 Course: https//:bit.ly/TPPS1course

A&G not working: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/ref...

8 supplies to cloud EPRs: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/tec...

A Tale of one city: bma.org.uk/news-and-opinion/a-tale-of-one-city

Patient complaints not held:

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Access your NHS medical records

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +0000

How to access your NHS GP medical records via the NHS app

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00:00 Access your records
02:15 I don't understand my records
02:30 What if it doesn't work?

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What is a GP Assistant?

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

What is a GP assistant and what can they do? Find out right here

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Our 15 Minute plans to fix General Practice

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

We gave ourselves 15 minutes each to come up with a 5 point plan to save general practice and revealed them to each other live in the episode.

We have spent a lot of time recently reviewing, the Health Select Committee Report, Fuller Stock-take and various other documents about the future of general practice.

Can we come up with something new? Can we do better?..

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The future of General Practice report- recommendations.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the options from the Health Select committee's work at looking at the Future of General Practice

See the report: https://committees.parliament.uk/work...

00:00 The future of General Practice

Conclusions and recommendations episode

02:00 Follow up video to our previous discussion and walkthrough of the summary of this report
• The Future of Gen...

02:25 What is a select committee?
Purpose
Composition

What is a select committee report?
Consultation
Evidence collection
Calls witnesses
Produce a report with recommendations
The government is required to respond

Conclusions and recommendations structure

Main areas - with themes within:

05:55 Access to general practice

33:30 Best placed to change...

34:35 Continuity of care

38:26 Usual provider continuity index
39:52 St Leonards Index of continuity of care

50:20 GPs and new NHS organisations (PCNs - ICS)
01:05:50 GP Partnership

01:14:55 Final thoughts

BBC report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-633...

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ABM 084 Keyboard review for General Practice

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Is the ABM 084 a suitable keyboard to use in General Practice? How good is the keyboard? Find out here.

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Parliamentary Health Select Committee Report on the Future of General Practice

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0100

We walk through the summary of this report published on 20/10/22 by the House of Commons Health Select Committee on the future of general practice.

This provides a very different perspective from recent government messaging and is much more realistic about the challenges facing general practice and how they can be solved.

Jeremy Hunt is now (currently) the Chancellor of the Exchequer, so will this more realistic lin become government policy?

Link to the report: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5803/cmselect/cmhealth/113/report.html

Video explaining Select Committees and their role:: https://www.parliament.uk/about/how/committees/select/

Pulse Article: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/regulation/gmc-plans-to-enable-10000-or-more-sas-doctors-to-enter-general-practice/20221022

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Prospective GP record access UPDATE

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0100

Check out the BMA guidance on Accelerated (prospective) record access and what practices need to do asap. Links below.

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BMA guidance update: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-sup...

Full BMA letter: https://www.bma.org.uk/media/6330/bma...

Enhanced codes: https://digital.nhs.uk/services/nhs-a...

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Taking action in your PCN to make integration with communities happen

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and Dr Bill Graham from Modality Partnerships as we talk about how to take action in your PCN to make integration with communities happen with examples you can follow.

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What on earth is going on in General Practice Oct 2022

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they share the latest news in General Practice, primary care, and the crazy happenings in the world....it all a bit mental...

In this episode, we are covering:

00:00 What on earth is going on?
01:49 The new world.....again
06:52 The return
10:20 eGPlearning update
10:30 S1FBUG22
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11:40 TPPS1 course
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14:40 GP5T4
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18:30 Prospective records access
30:38 SAS to the rescue?
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/reg...
38:20 The future of General Practice HSC

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A Bureaucracy Busting Concordat for General Practice?

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0100

The Bureaucracy Busting Concordat, is guidance launched in August 2022 by the UK Government outlining principles to reduce unnecessary bureaucracy and administrative burdens on general practice. In particular how national and local government departments outside of the NHS can structure their process to reduce requests for information and other demands from health services.

Join us as we explore the document and implications.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/bureaucracy-busting-concordat-principles-to-reduce-unnecessary-bureaucracy-and-administrative-burdens-on-general-practice/bureaucracy-busting-concordat-principles-to-reduce-unnecessary-bureaucracy-and-administrative-burdens-on-general-practice

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PCN DES 22/23 UPDATE

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0100

There are some key contract changes with the PCN DES this October. Find out what they are right here

00:00 Introduction
01:15 Explaining letter B1998
09:10 ICB framework for supporting General Practice
25:10 System Development Funding (SDF)
32:25 Additional Capital funding
34:30 Changes to PCN DES
34:45 Changes to ARRS
45:58 Updates to DES specifications
50:25 Changes to IIF
51:48 Controversial changes!
53:25 More IIF changes
59:55 Our views

Letter B1998: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

Consensus on primary secondary care interface: https://www.cheshireandmerseysidepart...

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The Big GP Consultation explained.....

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from the Big GP Consultation as they explain the impact of their work on newly qualified GPs.

Find out more: https://thebiggpconsultation.co.uk

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Who is Therese Coffey? The new Secretary of state for health and social care and deputy Prime minister

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0100

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Get a GP appointment in 2 weeks!!!

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Can it be possible to make all GP appointments in 2 weeks? What do the new changes mean for practices and patients, we analyse this right here:

Secretary of State for health and Social care Therese Coffey has announced changes to improve GP access called 'Our Plan for Patients', with key aims. We review what this means for practices and patients and the impact it might have.

Link: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/he...

00:00 Intro
01:30 Our Plan for Patients - link in shownotes
02:30 Breakdown
03:00 Foreword
05:10 Patients: informed and empowered
06:54 Prevention: supporting healthier lives
08:45 Primary care: meeting public expectations
17:12 GPAD details
GPAD episode: https://youtu.be/uACflPpNRGg
18:00 ICB involvement
19:45 Performance and productivity
20:20 Ambulances plans
31:30 Backlog plans
46:14 Social care plans
52:29 Doctors plans
52:35 A threat?
57:05 Jeremy Hunt....
58:05 BMA and RCGP responses
58:54 Access to General Practice
59:05 General Practice interventions
59:36 New roles: ANPs and GP assistants

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Check your own blood pressure at home

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100

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Prospective record access on SystmOne

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from TPP as they share the plans for enabling and using patient prospective record access on SystmOne. Join S1 FBUG22 : https://bit.ly/S1FBUG22

TPP Guide (need NHSFutures access):
https://future.nhs.uk/connect.ti/NHSX...

Redmoor health Digital Journey Planner: https://youtu.be/cpt93xtlY3E

Redmoor DJP link: https://digitaljourneyplanner.co.uk

Example of safer access: https://tinyurl.com/HTMCEnablingAcces...

RCGP patient access guide: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/News/Patient-...

NHS Digital guides: https://digital.nhs.uk/services/nhs-a...

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Money saving tips for doctors

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf as he shows you how to save more of your pay as a doctor, NHS worker, or normal person in under seven minutes. Links and timestamps below

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00:00 SAVE MONEY!
00:30 Disclaimer
00:46 Tip 1 - Tax codes
01:23 Tip 2 - Claim back tax
01:50 Tip 3 - Check your pension
02:31 Tip 4 - Expenses
Medics money eBook: https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/ebook/
Medics Money Podcast: https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/medical...
03:18:Tip 5 Pay yourself
03:55 Tip 6 Check your outgoings
Rocketmoney: https://www.rocketmoney.com/
04:38 Tip 7: Save on your spending
05:05: Tip 8 Cheaper elsewhere
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Real-time analytics for primary care with Apex by Edenbridge

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from Apex by Edenbridge as they share their platform to provide you with real-time analytic information for your practice or network team in primary care.

00:00 Introduction
01:14 The iceberg of General Practice
02:25 What is APEX by Edenbridge?
03:55 Demonstration of APEX
09:26 Standardising data
09:56 Workforce data
15:00 Analysing DNAs
16:59 Extended hours breakdown
17:23 Mode of contact data
19:12 Re-attendance data in general practice
22:42 Clinician data in your practice
23:26 Plan your GP capacity
27:09 Productivity and QI
31:56 Clinician appraisal report
37:33 Flu vaccination reports
39:18 Making LES contracts easier
41:15 How does APEX work???
42:40 Time of consultations
44:17 Future developments
45:40 Tracking supervision?
48:23 Infographics
48:58 Rota management
50:22 QoF QI help
52:15 Onboarding and data history
55:00 How much does it cost?
56:50 What is next....
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Save money as a GP in 2022 with the Team from Medics Money

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from Medics Money as they save you money as a GP or doctor in the NHS

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00:00 Introduction
01:27 What is Medics Money
02:10 Net to GP partnership course
06:00 Money challenges in GP
06:44 Why is inflation a problem?
08:00 Personal tax tips
11:25 Tax codes
14:00 National insurance key tip
17:35 Get money back from HMRC
20:55 Marriage allowance
22:40 Unusual reason to file your tax return early
28:00 Tips from HMRC!
30:29 Partnership financial pressures
32:45 Pension traps
33:55 DrGandalf's quick tips
35:17 Why you should keep the practice Xmas party
36:25 More quick saver tips
37:15 BLC: https://www.bluelightcard.co.uk/
38:54 Small savings add up to over £170k

Medics Money website: https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/medical...

New to GP partnership scheme - mention eGPlea

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Can General Practice survive the cost of living increase

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100

It is going to be a difficult winter for many patients, especially those who are vulnerable or on lower income … Even those who we wouldn’t consider the poorest will be affected.

Its also going to be difficult for businesses and public sector service providers including General Practice.

We discuss the causes, effects and solutions to help General Practice cope with the impending cost of living crisis.

00:00 Can General Practice survive?
01:30 What are the challenges?
03:30 Inflation on General Practice
07:26 Energy costs on General Practice
09:20 Impact on patients and workload
12:20 Emotional labour in General Practice
13:25 Workload increases
15:00 Staff wage increases
19:26 Pension impacts
Medics Money Podcast: https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/ep-106-...
22:28 Medication supply changes
29:00 Petrol costs - Fiscal drift
30:55 Provider costs increase impacting services
33:20 Possible solutions
33:54 Communication with staff and patients
38:09 Patient support
39:58 Financial social prescribers
41:33 Switch off as much as you can
43:18 Estates energy management
45:16 Digital health tech use
47:05 'Heat the human not the home'

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When and how to get a fit (sick) note

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100

When and how do you get a med3 fit (sick) note for when you have been off work for more than seven days? Find out with links and timestamps below.

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00:00 Introduction
00:17 What is a med3 fit note?
SC2 form: https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...
00:48 When do you need a fit note?
00:58 Who can issue a fit note?
01:06 How do you get a fit note?
01:35 What is a maybe fit note?
02:11 Fit notes for unemployed
02:49 Fit note from the hospital teams
03:43 When you do NOT need a fit note
04:14 FAQ
04:17 Copies of fit note
04:42 Return to work notes?

Fit note guidance for patients: https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...

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Addressing Health Inequalities in General Practice

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0100

People living in the poorest areas of the UK can expect to live about 10 years less than those living in richer areas.

Health Inequality is receiving increased attention and addressing differences in health outcomes between communities is now a strategic priority within the NHS.

In this episode we explore the problem, its causes and how we might help to address this in General Practice.

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ARRS roles update 2022

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for a detailed update on the Additional Roles Reimbursement scheme (ARRS) roles and how it might affect you in your network, including some innovations you may not have considered.

00:00 Introduction
02:00 Changes in ARRS
03:15 ARRS deadlines
04:10 ARRS submission form
08:00 The different ARRS roles
09:00 ARRS roles tools
GP Rota tool: https://www.gprota.net/pcn_calculator...
11:35 Network Pharmacists in PCN ARRS roles
13:40 Challenges with PCN pharmacists and other ARRS roles
18:30 Pharmacy technicians in PCN ARRS roles
21:50 SPLW in PCN ARRS roles
25:23 Challenges of the SPLW ARRS role
28:40 Questions and comments
32:20 health and wellbeing coaches in PCN ARRS roles.
37:50 Dieticians in PCN ARRS roles
41:18 Care coordinators in PCN ARRS roles
44:40 Innovative use of Care coordinators in PCN ARRS roles
47:45 Physician associates in PCN ARRS roles
52:00 First contact physiotherapists in PCN ARRS roles
55:22 Podiatrists in PCN ARRS roles
58:29 Occupational therapists in PCN ARRS roles
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What is going on in General Practice in August 2022??

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100

Find out the latest news in General practice, including charges, contracts, access and so much more.

00:00 GP update intro
01:17 Rishi or Liz for the NHS?
12:10 £10 charge in General Practice?
18:30 Adastra cyber hack
26:20 Babylon contract handback
36:20 GP contract handback

New PM
Recession, inflation, high energy prices… pressure on everyone and in particular struggling patients and practices

INTRODUCTION

Tory leadership candidates and health?

Little focus on health and social care, or at least coverage

Take a look
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politic...

Sunak
choosing to make it more of a focus
NHS is my top priority
Tackling NHS back logs is a national emergency
back log task force
Eliminate over 1yr waits
Father a GP mother a pharmacist
£10 fine for people who repeatedly miss GP & hospital appointments
Is this practical, will it help?

Liz truss
Reduce pay for public sector workers outside London
Cut NHS manager

Thoughts…
Interesting lack of attention and lack of traction for these issues in the media
Main focus on economic policy - maybe this is a good thing - political input to health isn’t always positive
Hoping for continuity and improvement rather than another shake up
And appropriate investment and addressing underlying issue… workforce, estates, infrastructure, honesty about access etc…

Adastra Cyber Attack
https://www.digitalhealth.net/2022/08...

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Understanding the NHS GP Patient Survey

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 14:00:00 +0100

The GP Patient Survey is published in July every year and provides feedback on the patient experience at GP Practices everywhere in the country. Practices must review and act on the results.

In this video we look at key online resources and will:

Understanding the survey itself and how it is used
Take a tour around the GP Patient Survey website
Explore the available tools that can make it easier to engage with
Consider some criticisms and some benefits of this survey
Discuss how practices and PCNs can put results to positive use to improve care

About GP PAtient Survey: https://www.england.nhs.uk/statistics/statistical-work-areas/gp-patient-survey/

Results: https://www.gp-patient.co.uk/

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Change Management Tools for Changing Times - Kotter 8 step change model

Sat, 23 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0100

In this video I will be exploring some tools to help take a team through change and hanging the thinking on the Kotter 8 step change model.

Create a sense of urgency
Form a powerful coalition
Create a vision for change
Communicate the vision
Remove obstacles
Create quick wins
Build on change
Anchor the change in organizational culture

Book link - Leading Change - John Kotter - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Leading-Change-New-Preface-Author/dp/1422186431/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LDOEB1949VKL&keywords=leading+change&qid=1658393487&sprefix=leading+change%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-1

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New health secretary covid vaccinations and more in our primary care update

Sat, 09 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest in primary care on Eid, following a bonkers week including a new secretary of state for health and social care and so much more...

00:00 eGPlearning Update
02:05 New Health secretary Steve Barclay
22:40 Autumn Covid Booster
31:45 ARRS funding unused
44:40 GP letter for airline travel?

Patient support playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nRhm...

New Secretary of State for Health: https://www.gponline.com/steve-barcla...

40% ARRS funding unspent in the first 2 years: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pul...

Autumn Covid Booster campaign: https://www.gponline.com/practices-un...

Airlines require GP note to carry medicines on planes: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

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Save more time by switching off MS Teams

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100

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Are private companies good for General Practice

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0100

Gandhi and Andy discuss the emotive issue of private company involvement in General Practice and the NHS. We try to stand back, dial down the emotion and pick apart key questions.

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Sign EMIS EPS super quickly with AutoNat

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0100

How to sign EPS scripts quickly on EMIS with AutoNat by Robodocs: robodocs.co.uk

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How to start a podcast for FREE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TN3IBJ1Fmh8

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Quick Guide: Primary and Secondary Care Interface

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 17:00:00 +0100

Gandhi breaks down the consensus of Primary and Secondary Care Interface document by Cheshire and Merseyside ICS in this brief episode, check out the longer discussion with Andy in our previous episode and share your views

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The consensus on Primary and Secondary Care interface

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the consensus on the primary and secondary care interface: https://www.cheshireandmerseysidepart...

Check the General Practice Podcast episode on this: https://ockham.healthcare/podcast-jon...

00:00 Intro
01:50 The consensus document
04:00 Foreword
06:10 Joint principles for the interface
08:03 Do what you can do if you can do it
08:52 Responsibility for requesting investigations
10:00 Keep patient informed
12:50 Talk first
14:53 Managing the 'waiting well'
17:04 Medication counseling
19:15 Do not commit others to something
21:23 Principles for primary care
21:37 Be clear in your ask
23:39 Suitable pre-checks and long-term condition management
28:38 Communicate the patient's journey
29:40 Principles for secondary care
30:00 Timely communication to GP
33:39 Do not ask for a specialist test
35:22 Provide m

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Shocking General Practice update June 2022

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they talk about the latest in primary care including shocking updates about EMIS, NHS Confed and policy, funding for General Practice, PAs and Capita/ PCSE.

WOW, listen on and sorry for the tech difficulties near the end - the heat got us.

Optum UK to buy healthcare software provider EMIS for $1.5 billion

https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/optum-uk-buy-healthcare-software-provider-emis-15-bln-2022-06-17/

Health secretary to set out ‘plan for change’ for primary care

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/politics/health-secretary-to-set-out-plan-for-change-for-primary-care/

NHSE calls for ‘shift’ in GP funding allocations to support deprived practices

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/practice-personal-finance/nhse-calls-for-shift-in-gp-funding-allocations-to-support-deprived-practices/

Operose Health: What I saw working undercover at a GP surgery

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61759641

Capita has secured a three-year extension with NHS England to deliver primary care support services until 2025

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/capita-secures-three-year-extension-to-deliver-primary-care-support-services/

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The Fuller Stocktake Actions for Primary Care

Sat, 04 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0100

Join Gandhi as he analyses the Fuller Stocktake actions for ICS, NHS England, Dept of Health and Social Care, and Primary Care.

Fuller Stocktake: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/next-steps-for-integrating-primary-care-fuller-stocktake-report/

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The Fuller Stocktake review for primary care.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the seismic Fuller Stocktake report for primary care.

The Fuller Stocktake report: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

The Fuller Stocktake website: https://fullerstocktake.crowdicity.com/

CORE20PLUS5: https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/equa...

00:00 The Fuller Stocktake
01:30 What is the Fuller Stocktake?
02:48 How the Fuller Stocktake took place
03:26 The Fuller Stocktake Report
04:20 Current Primary care
07:40 Who should be actioning this report?
09:10 The experience of GP access
10:23 Aligning leadership in Primary Care
13:10 Neighbourhoods of care
15:00 ICS sign up and accountability!
17:49 For PCN clinical directors!
20:00 Top-down approach to primary care?
28:53 Outreach as part of care
31:15 Is General Practice an anchor organisation?

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Introducing PCNs & Experiences of a PCN CD - Interview with Dr Andy Foster

Sat, 14 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100

Today’s video is an interview I did with a GP associate at our local Training Hub. I talk about my experience working as a PCN Clinical Director over the last 2-3 years.

This video serves as a good, and fairly detailed at times, introduction to PCNs for an informed audience. It will be useful for practice staff, GPs, people taking up roles in PCNs or those who just have an interest.

We cover a lot...
00:00 Introduction
03:14 What is a primary care network?
07:30 What are PCNs actually contracted to do?
12:00 How are PCNs funded?
16:57 Understanding the benefits and challenges of ARRS staff?
24:00 Challenges of getting people on board with a PCN?
25:36How do you set priorities in a PCN?
33:02 Is branding and Identity important for PCNs?
35:17 What was the impact of the COVID19 pandemic on PCNs?
40:49 What have you learnt about leadership as a PCN CD?
45:06 Integrating a PCN into the stakeholder landscape?
47:30 What have you learnt about crisis management?
50:44 How do you keep people motivated?
55:54 What have you learnt about yourself?
58:28 What has been the biggest challenge in your journey?
60:36 What have been the biggest successes?
63:14 PLEASE CONNECT WITH AND SUPPORT YOUR PCN!

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Early Cancer Diagnosis Toolkit 2022 23

Sat, 07 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100

There is a concern in NHS and government that rates of cancer screening and detection and treatment have been significantly disrupted by the pandemic. So It’s now an understandable priority.

Early Cancer Diagnosis features in a number of PCN documents and requirements..
P50 IIF - CAN-01 indicator - 22 points - https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/network-contract-directed-enhanced-service-investment-and-impact-fund-2022-23-updated-guidance/

P58 of main PCN DES Network Contract - https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/network-contract-directed-enhanced-service-contract-specification-2022-23-pcn-requirements-and-entitlements/

PCN Early Cancer Diagnosis Support Pack Document - https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/network-contract-directed-enhanced-service-early-cancer-diagnosis-support-pack/

Today we will take a look at these documents in some more detail and look at some of the resources that are linked and suggested.

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Anticipatory DES explained

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explain the anticipatory care DES from NHS England

PCN DES specifications page 61: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/B1357-Network-Contract-Directed-Enhanced-Service-contract-specification-2022-23-primary-care-network-requireme.pdf

IIF document page 48: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/B1357-investment-and-impact-fund-2022-23-updated-guidance-march-2022.pdf

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Guide to Podia community - PCN PLUS

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100

A guide to using Podia community for our PCN PLUS community.

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00:00 Podia community introduction
00:42 How to register on Podia communities
01:25 PCN PLUS Community
01:42 Podia topics introduction
02:32 Podia community topics
02:50 PCN PLUS Sessions
03:24 Podia support topic
03:48 Change podia community settings
04:18 Make a post in a podia community

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Investment and Impact fund update 2022/23

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf as he explains the latest version of the Impact and Investment fund (IIF) for 2022/23 as part of the PCN DES and join PCN PLUS: https://bit.ly/PCNPLUS

See the document: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

00:00 Intro to IIF 2022/23
07:00 Summary of the IIF indicators
10:30 Types of IIF indicators
19:15 Vaccination and Immunisations IIF guide
24:10 Tackling health inequalities (LD) IIF guide
27:32 Cardiovascular disease prevention IIF guide
39:55 Edoxaban DOAC transfer in primary care for IIF guide
42:55 Personalised care IIF guide
45:30 Enhanced care home care IIF guide
53:30 Anticipatory care IIF guide
58:25 Cancer Care (FIT test use) IIF guide
1:02:55 GP Access online consultations IIF guide
1:05:22 ACC05 GP Access survey review IIF guide
1:08:44 ACC07 Advice and guidance IIF guide
1:11:40 ACC08 GP appointments in 2 weeks IIF guide
1:15:55 CPCS scheme IIF guide
1:18:35 Structured Medication review IIF guide
1:24:30 Respiratory treatment IIF guide
1:27:05 Sustainability IIF guide
1:31:00 PCN PLUS: bit.ly/PCNPLUS

IIF guide 2021/22 including what is an IIF point worth

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PCN Network Standard Hours explained

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf as he explains what PCN Network standard hours are and what you need to consider in your network. Links below.

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GP Ready Reckoner for Finance 2022/23

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100

Watch this guide of the GP finance ready reckoner for primary care in 2022/23 from NHS England

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PCN DES 2022/23

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for the eGPlearning PCN DES guide for 2022/3

Documents: https://www.england.nhs.uk/gp/investm...

QoF updates: https://www.england.nhs.uk/gp/investm...

IIF one page summary: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

00:00 PCN update 2022/23
02:30 PCN DES letter
32:30 One page IIF summary
36:00 QoF update
37:00 QoF QI
30:10 QoF QI : prescribing dependence forming medications.
52:20 QoF QI: Optimising General Practice Access

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Automate consultations and tasks in SystmOne

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100

How can you automate sending any task in TPP SystmOne? With 'Taskflow' watch here to find out.

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Blueprint for General Practice 2022

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100

We review eGPlearning’s 2015 Blueprint for General Practice, and start the process of creating a new plan for general practice in 2022.

00:00 Introduction

02:20 How to leave us a voice message using Speakpipe.com

02:50 Reviewing the 2015 Blueprint for General Practice

31:10 Ideas for a Blueprint in 2022

32:20 Writing a compelling Foreword

34:20 Structuring in themes

35:00 Organisational models for General Practice

37:00 An independent body to oversee an evidence based approach to health policy and statistics

40:05 Defining the scope of General Practice, what it does and doesn’t do

40:50 Funding

41:50 Privatising General Practice

42:20 Sustainability – Workforce, renumeration

43:50 Diversity and the environment?

We need your input and ideas for the new Blueprint! Please comment, message or leave an audio message using our new Speakpipe.com message box.

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See Gandhi’s previous 20155 Blueprint for Primary Care here: https://egplearning.co.uk/a-further-blueprint-for-primary-care/

Andy had great fun making a response video to Gandhi’s 2015 blueprint for primary care which you can see here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmw2kzwHM_8&t=449s

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General practice and the spring statement, rebuilding Jeremy Hunt, covid tests and more in primary care

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

News and Updates

On the menu this morning:

Staff talking about spring statement and inflation

Spring statement and deprived communities

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/mar/23/spring-statement-2022-key-points-rishi-sunak-budget

Less growth 3.8%, was predicted 6%

Inflation 7.4%

1.25% NI rise stays

Less borrowing - some dry powder

Cut fuel duty by 5p/l

NI Threshold increased to £12,570 - lifting proportion of income out of NI deductions, so tax cut for some

Cutting income tax in 2024

No new Money for General Practice

GP contract changes 2022-23

https://www.bma.org.uk/pay-and-contracts/contracts/gp-contract/gp-contract-changes-england-202223

Global sum 3%

QOF 3.2%

PCN ARRS uplifted, IIF uplifted

Anticipated 2.1% pay uplift

Squeeze like 2008 and austerity era

First PCNs hire GPs in ‘portfolio’ roles to work across networks

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pulse-pcn/first-pcns-hire-gps-in-portfolio-roles-to-work-across-networks/

‘Uberisation’ of general practice is harming continuity of care, warns Jeremy Hunt

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/politics/uberisation-of-general-practice-is-harming-continuity-of-care-warns-jeremy-hunt/

Moving away from continuity a big mistake
‘I’m afraid we’re moving towards the Uberisation of general practice where you see a different GP every time you contact the NHS, just like you see a different Uber driver. That cannot be a good thing for safety and care.’
‘I personally think it’s a big mistake to move away from continuity of care.’
Should have done more on the named GP agenda
Saying much more sensible things when out of favour and chair of health select committee

GPs can’t access Covid tests as Government asks public not to order them

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/gps-cant-access-covid-tests-as-government-asks-public-not-to-order-them/

The Government told the public that free LFTs would be available until the end of this month, but the ordering website now says that ‘most tests are now needed for people at higher risk’, adding that ‘some people sti

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Responsible Sharing- Enabling patient access to records and understanding

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

How to enable responsible patient record sharing within your practice team and for patient benefit with Dr Amir Hannan of Haughton Thornley Medical centres: http://www.htmc.co.uk/pages/pv.asp?p=htmc0714

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NFTs & Blockchain in Healthcare

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000

An introduction to Blockchain and NFTs for Healthcare Professionals and an exploration of how the technologies might impact the healthcare sector.

An introduction to Blockchain and NFTs for Healthcare Professionals and an exploration of how the technologies might impact the healthcare sector.
00:00 Introduction
01:33 Blockchain basics
03:19 NFT basics
04:07 Smart contracts
04:54 Authentication including of medications and qualifications
06:21 Medical records on blockchain
08:49 Problems with Blockchain technology in healthcare 10:56 Tokens for positive healthcare behaviors and charitable giving

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NHS Digital Journey Planner

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000

What is the NHS Digital Journey Planner and how can it help your practice, PCN or area modernise healthcare? Register: https://digitaljourneyplanner.co.uk

00:00 Introduction
08:00 NHS Digital Journey planner
19:00 Cost of the NHS Digital Journey Planner

Can I tell you about the Digital Journey Planner: Lisa Drake's blog: https://lisad.blog/2022/02/27/can-i-t...

Digital Journey planner information page - Foundation and Enhanced Access: https://redmoorcreative.co.uk/djp.html

Create your account- Digital Journey Planner: https://digitaljourneyplanner.co.uk/

Any enquiries to: hello@digitaljourneyplanner.co.uk

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Safe working in General Practice -BMA guidance review

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The BMA has released its guidance on safe working in General Practice guidance following the GP contract update. In this episode, we review it and analyze what it means.

Link: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/gp-practices/managing-workload/safe-working-in-general-practice

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GP contract review 2022/23 with PCN PLUS

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000

What is the impact of the new GP contract? Join the PCN PLUS team as they share their views and what it could mean in practice or for your PCN network. Join PCN PLUS: https://bit.ly/PCNPLUS

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Health and social care integration policy paper review

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Today we take a look at the new policy document… “Joining up care for people, places and populations”

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/health-and-social-care-integration-joining-up-care-for-people-places-and-populations

Check out our PCN Plus course for Primary Care Network Leaders at

https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/pcn-plus

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GP contract 2022/23 update

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf for the contract update for 2022/23 as he deciphers all the changes including the documents.

Link to letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/B1375_Letter-re-General-practice-contract-arrangements-in-2022-23_010322.pdf

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Living with Covid and GP finance update Feb 2022

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest news in technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

Live Episode- GP News Catch Up

Welcome… So much been going on in the world
GP stories that caught our eye…
Living with COVID
GP Finances

How are you?

COVID-19 RESPONSE: LIVING WITH COVID-19 Changes at a glance P22
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-living-with-covid-19
GPs express concern about practice infection control under ‘Living with Covid’ plan
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/coronavirus/gps-express-concern-about-practice-infection-control-under-living-with-covid-plan
NHS England told Pulse that continued Covid testing for GPs and practice staff is being reviewed, and will be updated before 1 April.

IPC guidance no changes

NHS staff ‘excluded’ from free COVID-19 testing from April
Primary care leaders have demanded ‘urgent clarity’ around free COVID-19 testing for NHS staff after the government suggested it would end from April.

https://www.gponline.com/nhs-staff-excluded-free-covid-19-testing-april/article/1747656

Vulnerable patients to receive additional Covid boosters in spring and autumn
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/coronavirus/vulnerable-patients-to-receive-additional-covid-boosters-in-spring-and-autumn

The JCVI has also advised UK governments that a further booster is likely to be advised ‘for people who are at higher risk of severe’ Covid this autumn, with more definitive advice to come ‘in due course’.
adults aged 75 years and over, residents in a care home for older adults; and
individuals aged 12 years and over who are immunosuppressed, as defined in in the Covid-19 healthcare guidance Green Book.

Government suggests 2% pay uplift for salaried GPs
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/practice-personal-finance/government-suggests-2-pay-uplift-for-salaried-gps/

Gov. talking of post COVID financial restraint
General NHS pay increase of 2%
Inflation 5.5%???

Real-terms GP income far below level a decade ago and set for further drop
Evidence from the DHSC to the Doctors and Dentists Review Body (DDRB), which advises the government on pay, shows that average GP partner income in 2019/20 was £121,800 - down 15% in real terms compared with 2006/7.
Salaried GP pay at £63,600 in 2019/20 is down 8.5% in real terms over the same period, figures quoted in the DHSC evidence show
The call for pay rises for salaried GPs and other practice staff to be limited to 2% comes despite the government backing a 3% rise last year that exceeded the level awarded through the five-year deal, leaving practices with huge unfunded rises in staff costs.

https://www.gponline.com/real-terms-gp-income-far-below-level-decade-ago-set-further-drop/article/1747964

£250m-a-year GP extended access scheme had ‘no measurable impact’, finds study
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/contract/250m-a-year-gp-extended-access-scheme-had-no-measurable-impact-finds-study/

2016 scheme
Led by the University of Manchester, the study also reported no notable impact on continuity of care or overall patient satisfaction with general practice.
Has been evidence to suggest reduced ED admissions
Helps some demographics more than others

Javid says GP access getting ‘back to normal’ on England tour
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/politics/javid-says-gp-access-getting-back-to-normal-on-england-tour
‘But now, since we’re past the worst of that, services are getting back to normal.’
Announcing the week-long trip, Mr Javid said he plans to visit GPs to ‘personally thank them’ for pandemic sacrifices.

SystmOne MEGA update Feb 2022

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

DO NOT miss this massive SystmOne update. Including communication annexe updates, Brigid app, accelerated notes access, automated pathology filing and so much more.

Part 1 – Current ongoing developments

1. Accelerated access to GP records

2. Brigid app

3. Pathology auto-filling

Part 2 – Show and tell recent developments

1. SMS Limit Increase

2. Report on Airmid user

3. UI Look & Feel Rollout

4. User Groups vs Teams

5. Protocols and variables

Part 3 – Other recent development

1. eMed3 uplift

2. GMS Registrations in prison

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General Practice to be nationalised?

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Reflecting on the recent media chatter about plans for a review into the GP delivery models and integration with secondary care.

A shorter solo episode from Andy.

Links:

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/gps-nationalised-in-javid-plan-to-reduce-hospital-admissions-h0d90cxjs

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/politics/gps-could-be-incentivised-to-work-under-hospitals-trusts-reports-claim/

https://www.bmj.com/content/376/bmj.o267.full

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/gp-partnership-review-final-report

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Being a PCN clinical director in 2022

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Join Gandhi and special guest Tara Humphries from the Business of healthcare podcast as we talk about life as a clinical director of a PCN and what it means for your practice, your network, and you.

The Business of Healthcare Podcast: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/thebusinessofhealthcarepodcast

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PCN Engagement Part 4 - Staff Engagement

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

This is the FOURTH and FINAL episode in our FOUR-part series discussing the challenges PCNs face in engaging with their key stakeholders. In this episode we explore key considerations for PCNs and practices as they engage with their communities. • Part ONE – NHS system partners • Part TWO - Community partner organizations • Part THREE - Patients • Part FOUR – Staff; Intra PCN, ARRS, and Practices Staff

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Mandatory vaccination for NHS staff - the guidance

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Vaccination as a condition for deployment (VCOD) is the term of the guidance for NHS workers about the COVID vaccination mandate. Find out more here ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Update letter: Vaccination as a condition of deployment (VCOD) for all healthcare workers - Phase 2: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2022/01/C1546-letter-vcod-for-healthcare-workers-phase-2.pdf

The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) (No. 2) Regulations 2022 : https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2022/15/made

Key dates sent to government 9.11.21

Passed in law 6.1.22

Last date to have first dose 3rd Feb 2022

Regulations in effect 1st April 2022

• Phase 2: VCOD Implementation guidance

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Information on a VCOD Workforce Vaccination History Solution to assist Trusts with understanding the vaccination status of their workforce

• Details of a new repository on FutureNHS for all VCOD-related information and resources

VCOD implementation guidance: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2022/01/C1545-update-vcod-for-healthcare-workers-phase-2-implementation.pdf

VCOD FAQ: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2022/01/C1547-vaccination-as-a-condition-of-employment-faqs-v2.pdf

Equality and diversity assessment :https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1032170/making-vaccination-a-condition-of-deployment-in-health-and-wider-social-care-settings-equality-impact-assessment.pdf

New year new you in General Practice

Sat, 08 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest primary care update and how you can make 2022 more sane and productive.

Welcome to 2022
The new year

Intro

Discussing ways, tips, habits, routines for success in 2022

Review last year and life

Set priorities - life areas

Set goals - spread them for balance (life/work examples)

Break them up into achievable steps - spread throughout the year - monthly, quarterly? Add big events like Appraisal

Composite goals - timed 10k runs - composite target

Focus on the process, not goals? Be the person who is fit healthy, runs, and eats well, rather than just aim to get to a weight target - then what?

Habits - One of my favorite books in 2021 was Atomic Habits -
30 days to make a habit,
how to make a good or bad habit stick - obvious, attractive, easy, satisfying (and breaking a habit - opposite),
goals for direction, systems for achievement,
just turn up at first
Never skip 2x in a row
You are not a frog, making helpful habits stick: 30 days to make a habit https://youarenotafrog.com/episode-101/
Tiny habits big changes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/326936/142...

Routines

Principles…
Parkinson’s law (task expands to fill time)
Parreto principal (80/20)
Pomodoro (bursts with breaks)
Incremental gains - sky cycling / compounding habits
Eisenhower matrix - important/urgency
3 Frogs
2 min principal

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GP Tech Awards 2021 & Predictions for 2022

Sat, 01 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

What a year! Find out who were the most impressive, disruptive and innovative General Practice technology players in 2021… And what do we predict for 2022 in Primary Care!

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Twas the GP before Christmas

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 07:00:00 +0000

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the land
all the practices were open, even at GP at Hand

The vaccines were put away by the nurses with care
In the hopes that they wouldn't soon be needed next year.

The children all nestled all snug in their beds,
while visions of TickTok danced in their heads.

Mom with washed hands and dad's coated in gel
as everyone settled in for the upcoming Christmas by Teams hell

When my phone on the placemat started buzzing, with such a jitter
It must be something breaking on that there Twitter
Away to the desk, I flew in a flash
grabbing the phone to check on the latest doctor bash

Omicron spread across the land like wildfire
Despite vaccination efforts everywhere including the Shire

Christmas parties canceled until we don't know when
Hold, on is that party music I hear from Number 10?

The news of ambulance queues filled my timeline
Hospitals overflowing following the latest NHS redesign
Our hospitals buckle, their staff must be tired and battered
I think of the district nurses and pharmacy teams just as shattered
When what to my wandering eyes should foresee
The latest comments about the 'lazy' GP

As a lone working doc, still at the practice this night
trying to clear the work and get it all right.
Using every system around to answer the demand question
Hear their names, who gets a mention?

On accurx or eConsult,
or is it engage consult
Do I use EMIS with Mjog, but I want X-on,
still loads of Docman, but not on Systmone.
Praise for Ardens, Eva, and primary care IT,
do I need to think about Klinik or AskmyGP?
Patients know best when Doctors care anywhere
Livi is around even with Push Doctor everywhere

Whichever system I use I am still here so late
Wondering how did healthcare get to this state?

With failed promises of 6000 additional GPs
An under-funded system and safety regulations such as CQC
It is no wonder General Practice is under such pressure
If this carries on, il be going out on a stretcher

I leave a message for another patient, grr another missed call
As the media replies demanding face to face appointments, face to face for all!'

Then the health secretary comes on to the news
demanding patients should see the GP how they may choose
The BMA and RCGP speak up and shout
with some GPs wondering if they have any Klout

I ponder the question about the PCN DES
wondering if I can believe anything NHS England says

That the workforce will help and change primary care
Well, for some they have been doing more than their fair share.

With various roles of health and wellbeing coaches, physician associates, and pharmacists,
Social link workers, paramedics, and physiotherapists

A few more roles add extra support
but it seems like our workforce will always be short.
We need more people for primary care to last
But to find innovative ways check out the general P

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How to engage patients with your PCN

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explain how you can engage with patients as a PCN. Simples.

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General Practice update - vaccinations, plan B, QoF and more

Sat, 11 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi for a General practice mega-update including all you need to know about changes to QoF, vaccinations, plan B and more.

Temporary GP contract changes to support COVID-19 vaccination programme

https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

00:00 Intro to mega-update
06:53 The NHS England letter
24:49 the QoF Points
39;25 Plan B

What is staying in QoF:
four vaccination and immunization indicators,
the two cervical screening indicators,
the register indicators
and the eight prescribing Classification: Official Publication approval reference: C1475 2 indicators
46 points reallocated:
the eight points associated with the new for 2021/22 cancer indicators,
20 points from the new for 2021/22 mental health indicators
and 18 points from the non-diabetic hyperglycaemia indicator that was introduced for 2020/21
Rest income protected to 18/19 years aside from DM and hypertension at 19/20 rates
Quality improvement is income protected at paid
Continue to code restarts in April 2022

75 points continue vax and screening continuing
90 points for prescribing continuing
81 points for registers continuing

46 with no historic values rolled into prescribing
244 points protected at 18/19 reimbursement
71 points protected at 19/20
74 points paid in full.

IIF
Three flu immunisations ares will continue
Remaining are suspended and will be paid (112.1m)
62.4m as a pcn support payment on weighted basis for services and workforce
49.7m binary indicator for engagement in phased 3 deadline 10.12 ~50k for a 50k population pending weighting
Continue recording

Minor surgery covered 1.2.21-31.3.22 based on 18/19 data of same months and released capacity dedicated to vaccination aims

Defer over 75 health checks….

The Dispensary Services Quality Scheme will be amended to reduce the requirement for medication reviews from a minimum of 10% of dispensing patients to a minimum of 7.5% for 2021/22

Additional telephony support - MS Teams based, unclear how? Ends April 2023

Plan B

Vaccine passports - clubs and venues more than 500
Unseated outdoor more than 4k people or any venue more than 10k

From 15.12
Proof of vaccine status or negative test

Support work from home if able from 13.12

Mask wearing in shops, public transport and most indoor settings from yesterday

SystmOne Communication Annexe Questionnaires update

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and the team from TPP SystmOne for their latest update including new functionality of the Communication annexe including questionnaires and details on records access.

00:00 Introduction to communication annexe
11:02 Patient Questionnaire
23:33 Bulk Questionnaire sending
31:40 Prospective medical records access
35:20 Questions and answers

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Blueprint for General Practice 2021

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000

This is a response to Gandhi’s 2015 article – “A further Blueprint for general practice”

Find out what I liked and didn't like and how it can be brought up to date for 2021!

Link to the 2015 Blueprint - https://egplearning.co.uk/a-further-blueprint-for-primary-care/

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General Practice update- The new GPC chair and more

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

New GPC Chair - Welcome

Dr Farah Jameel – First Female GPC Chair
“Reset the relationship” message
GPC’s executive team, chair of Camden LMC.
Lets explore the role of the GPC
What’s currently in the air for them and the profession and what are & should be the priorities going forward
What would be your priorities for the GOC?

About us...

We’ve taken a step back, conferences
Sign up for content GP5T2 2021 Trainers conference https://egplearning.podia.com/gp5t2-2021
MS Teams Conference 2/12/21 https://hopin.com/events/nhs-ms-teams-user-conference
Busy busy at work and…
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But first….

What is the GPC? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iX9D4wNVS-U
What is the role of the BMA for that matter?
What has the GPC ever done for us??

Dr Farah Jameel – First Female GPC Chair

Background: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breaking-news/dr-farah-jameel-elected-as-first-female-bma-gpc-chair

She became the youngest negotiator on the BMA GP Committee’s England executive team when she was appointed in 2017 at the age of 34 and was one of the four executive team members of the GPC who negotiated the landmark five-year contract.

She has been leading on workload issues for the GPC, including changes to the NHS standard contract to prevent secondary care from dumping workload on general practice.

As a member of the executive team, she supported work on IT, leading on the BMA’s successful campaign to delay the controversial ‘General Practice Data for Planning and Research’ scheme, labelled a ‘data grab’ by campaigners.

Dr Jameel has also supported the GPC’s clinical and prescribing policy group, where she turned her attention to issues such as how referral management systems are rejecting GP referrals following an outcry f

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General Practice Access guide by Healthy London Partnership

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

How can the General Practice Access guide by Healthy London partnerships help practices and patients? Guide: https://www.healthylondon.org/our-wor...

Find out in this session with:
✅ Dr Minal Bakhai, GP and National Clinical Director for Digital First Primary Care NHS England and Improvement
✅ Dr Siân Howell, Chair of Access Guide Development Group
✅ Dr Tom Margham, Clinical Lead Enabling Quality Improvement In Practice (EQUIP), Tower Hamlets CCG

and me as we share the guide, views and your chance to ask questions too.

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PCN Engagement series: Community Engagement

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0100

PCN Engagement series: Community Engagement

This is part TWO in our FOUR part series discussing the challenges PCNs face in engaging with their key stakeholders. In this episode we explore key considerations for PCNs and practices as they engage with their communities.

• Part ONE – NHS system partners

• Part TWO - Community partner organizations

• Part THREE – Intra PCN with ARRS staff and Practices

• Part FOUR - Patients

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General Practice on Strike. What does it mean?

Sat, 23 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0100

What does it mean when GPs strike!!!!

Disclaimer and COI - PCn CDs

Just here to present our thoughts, not tell you to strike or not

Our opinions

Your opinions? Comment

Stress Warning - All of this is bad our mental healths - look after yourself

The motion on striking

That this committee is outraged by the deliberate, relentless denigration of GPs by Government, NHSEI and certain quarters of the media, and: (100% Agree)

i. rejects the plan published by NHSEI on 14th October 2021 and calls on all LMCs (local medical committees) in England to disengage from any participation with the implementation of that plan

ii. calls on all practices in England to pause all ARRS recruitment and to disengage from the demands of the PCN DES

iii. promises its full support to protect and defend any constituent GPs who refuse to engage or comply with the unreasonable contractual impositions by NHSEI of “Pay Transparency” and “Covid Medical Exemption Certification”

iv. calls on all practices in England to submit undated resignations from the PCN DES to be held by their LMCs, only to be issued on the condition that submissions by a critical mass of more than 50% of eligible practices is received

v. instructs the GPC Executive to negotiate a comprehensive new contract to replace the outdated, underfunded, unlimited, unsafe workload of the current GP contract

The response

https://www.bma.org.uk/bma-media-centre/bma-s-england-gp-committee-rejects-government-s-rescue-package-and-moves-towards-a-ballot-on-industrial-action

How we got here / Background…

General media headlines
Changing pattern of access
PCN DES and IIF requirements tightened
Stretched GP services and teams
Letter BW999 and package to improve access - VIDEO LINK
- Bw 999 : Our plan for improving access for patients and supporting general practice https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2021/10/BW999-our-plan-for-improving-access-and-supporting-general-practice-oct-21.pdf
- Our review: https://youtu.be/Rk3s0wQANBM
Poor reception amongst GP community (to say the least)
GPC motion… SLIDE
Back at the motion in detail

Public sentiment

Has the battle already been lost… Daily Mail
Maybe not recent National GP

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Action groups in SystmOne to improve medication reviews

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0100

How can you speed up your medication reviews with S1 action groups? Find out right here.

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GP Access for Patients Funding review

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their review of the NHS England Improving GP access for patients and supporting General Practice funding released by NHS England to tackle winter pressures.

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00:00 Intro
01:00 Winter pressure funding
11:00 Increase and optimise capacity
23:00 Improve telephony
27:10 Covid vaccination efforts
27:50 Reducing admin burden in General Practice
32:20 Reducing variation and encourage good practice
38:20 The practices of concern (20%ers)
49:35 NHS zero tolerance of abuse
54:45 Key actions

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RCGP Conference day 2 round up

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:00:00 +0100

We round up the final day f the RCGP Annual Conference 2021. We discuss the Q&A session occurring in the aftermath of yesterday’s letter about GP Access and reflect on our highlights from the conference.

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RCGP annual conference day 2 plan

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their plans for day 2 of the RCGP Annual conference in Liverpool.

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RCGP Conference day 1 round up

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for a debrief for day 1 of the RCGP annual conference where we review the emotion of the improved access for patients letter, the content of the talks and sessions, and what it is like at a conference post COVID

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GP access: RCGP Annual Conference 2021 LIVE breakfast special day 1

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their LIVE opening stream for the RCGP Annual conference with big news due on improving access for patients and supporting General Practice.....apparently.

BW999 Our plan to improve access for patients and support General Practice document: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/publication/our-plan-for-improving-access-for-patients-and-supporting-general-practice/

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Why your GP runs late and why your appointment is like catching a plane...✈

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Why your GP appointment is like catching a plan and why your GP runs late....

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00:00 Intro
00:49 How to catch a plane
01:10 Going for an appointment at your GP
01:58 Why does my GP run late?
03:09 What if my GP appointment is delayed?
03:50 What if I miss my GP appointment?
04:35 What about remote GP appointments?

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PCN Engagement series: NHS System Partners

Sat, 09 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0100

This is part one in our FOUR part series discussing the challenges PCNs face in engaging with their key stakeholders AND the explore tips and solutions.

· Part ONE – NHS system partners

· Part TWO - Community partner organizations

· Part THREE – Intra PCN with ARRS staff and Practices

· Part FOUR - Patients

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eGPlearning in 2021

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 06:00:00 +0100

What is eGPlearning? Find out with links below

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Patient guides: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD...

eGPlearning Podblast: https://link.chtbl.com/eGPlearning

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GP5T2 conference 6.11.21: https://hopin.com/events/gp5t2

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PCN DES Objectives 2021 and onwards

Sat, 02 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0100

A deep dive into the new objectives for the PCN DES for 2021 and onwards with Andy and Gandhi of eGPlearning.

00:00 Intro
01:48 B0828 annex A
https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...
02:35 From now (2021) onwards
04:25 CVD prevention and diagnosis 21-22 DES
11:45 CVD prevention and diagnosis 22-23 DES
22:23 Tackling neighbourhood health inequalities 21-22 DES
30:52 Tackling neighbourhood health inequalities 22-23 DES
31:30 From 2022 onwards
31:50 Anticipatory care DES
37:28 Personalised Care DES
46:40 Our Reflections
55:00 Q&A and comments

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RCGP Council Reflection

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100

Join me for a reflection episode on being an RCGP council member. This LIVE stream is my thoughts on the past 3 years and the challenges and future of the RCGP council.

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Share patient records easily with Record View by AccuRx

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100

How can you access a patient record safely and appropriately? Join us and the team from AccuRx as they show you how to share patient records easily with Record View - their new product for all the NHS.

00:00 Intro to Record View
01:30 AccuRx Record View Vision
08:45 Record View Demo
16:50 DrGandalf's impression
17:25 Q&A on Record View
17:50 Data regulations
https://www.nhsx.nhs.uk/information-g...
20:25 How is awareness being improved?
23:35 What features will be added?
25:20 Can you edit what others see?
27:26 Doe GPDPR affect Record View?
29:10 How long does onboarding take?
32:10 How much does AccuRx Record View cost?
34:05 What clinical systems does Record View work with?
35:35 USe cases for AccuRx Record View

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PCN DES Summary 2021

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100

An over view to the August/September 2021 updates to the PCN DES and IIF specifications. In this episode we introduce the changes and direct you to our separate individual episodes giving more detail on both the DES changes and the additional IIF specifications.

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Why can't I get an appointment with my GP?

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 23:00:00 +0100

Why can't I get an appointment with the GP? This video explains the reasons why you might find it difficult and how to get an appointment for your healthcare needs.

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00:00 Can you see a GP?

00:18 Why can't you see your GP?

02:34 I can't use online consultations

03:34 Why do reception staff ask personal questions?

04:34 Other practice members

04:49 Other healthcare professionals

05:39 Other services

Why can’t I see my GP?

The public and media often ask the question why cant i see my GP?

In 2020 like most of healthcare, general practice changed.

Covid and the organisations that commission healthcare pushed General Practice to work in a digital means first to reduce exposure. Now many feel that as a result, they can not see their GP or practice team which is not true.

At the time of this episode, it is worth knowing most practices are offering more appointments and contacts than pre-covid with demand outstripping the capacity in part because of years of underfunding and a limited workforce. In addition media stories that only highlight the difficulties and do not share the millions of patient contacts that happen in General Practice each month may give a biased opinion.

Practices have changed the way they assess and see patients to protect the most clinically vulnerable patients and this is unlikely to change due to growing demand.

Even before COVID increasing numbers of practices offered a telephone or online first system to make sure patients saw the right person for the right reason. Since COVId most practices now offer a telephone or online first system. This allowed the team to assess patients remotely and consider an effective way to assess patients. Ie prevent a patient from taking a day off work just to to talk about their medications or assess a patient face to face with abdominal pain that has not improved with self-care.

In many cases, health

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Impact and Investment Fund update - PCN DES

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their Impact and Investment fund update on the PCN DES LIVE and your chance to ask questions

00:00 Intro to PCN DES
02:00 PCN DES update letter brief guide
06:25 Investment and Impact fund IIF update
10:15 What is an IIF point worth?
https://healthdatainsights.org/iif_po...
17:00 2021/22 IIF indicators
34:12 2022/23 IIF indicators
50:50 Our views on the Impact and Investment fund

PCN DES update letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

PCN DES detail annex A: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

IIF Fund annexe B document: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

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Add medication from hospitals on the patient record on SystmOne

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100

Find out how to add medications from the hospital or other areas to the SystmOne patient record.

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00:00 Adding medications to SystmOne
01:08 Adding to the repeat template
01:48 Adding to 'other medications'
02:48 How to add to repeats
04:35 How to add to 'other medications'

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Better patient information with Healthinote

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0100

Learn how to share better health information with patients with Healthinote with their team and Dr Gandalf

00:00 Introduction to Cognitant
25:00 Q&A

Cognitant: https://www.cognitant.com

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Sorting your flu (AND COVID) clinics with SystmOne

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100

Join Dr Gandalf and the team from SystmOne as they share the new innovations coming to help you sort your flu (and COVID) clinic with SystmOne for 2021.

00:00 SystmOne overview
06:00 Covid vaccination clinic
20:00 PCN administration
21:25 Flu vaccination templates
26:00 Community added vaccinations
29:20 Link booking
Easier appointment booking video: https://youtu.be/2sUYOnBZBUI
Updated version from S1 Conference: https://egplearning.podia.com/s1-fbug...
36:00 Vaccinations ab

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Guide to prescription prepayment certificates and prescription costs.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Can you afford your medical prescriptions? This episode shows you how to get free or cheaper prescriptions based on your situation and explains all you need to know about a prescription prepayment certificate.

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00:00 Free or cheaper prescriptions

This video explains what you need to know about prescription costs, who is eligible for free prescriptions and if you are not and struggle to afford them, then I will share with you how to make it more affordable

Check you eligibility here: https://services.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check-...

01:05 Get free prescriptions

These are split into two groups - those needing an exemption form or not.

So if you are
Age under 16 or over 60
16-18 in full-time education
An inpatient in an NHS hospital

You will get prescriptions for free and you should not need any other forms

01:42 Exemptions for prescription charges

If you of your partner receive or you're under the age of 20 and the dependant of someone receiving:
✅ Income Support
✅ income-based Jobseeker's Allowance
✅ income-related Employment and Support Allowance
✅ Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
✅ Universal Credit and meet the criteria
✅ Tax credits
Then you may have free prescriptions but may need to show your certificates for the above to claim them

Other reasons that need you to complete an exemption form are:
are pregnant or have had a baby in the previous 12 months and have a valid maternity exemption certificate (MatEx) normally completed at your booking in apt
hold a valid war pension exemption certificate and the prescription is for your accepted disability
have a specified medical condition and have a valid medical exemption certificate (MedEx)

02:52 Medical exemption reasons

cancer, including the effects of cancer or the effects of current or previous cancer treatment
a permanent fistula (for example, a laryngostomy, colostomy, ileostomy or some renal dialysis fistulas) requiring continuous surgical dressing or an

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GP Patient Survey, outdated or still useful?

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0100

Gandhi and Andy review the results of the annual GP Patient Survey. What has happened to feedback at the national level?

We also discuss weather the GP Patient Survey is still relevant in the era of almost universal smart phone ownership and suggest improvements to the methodology.

https://gp-patient.co.uk/

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Blood bottle shortage NHS

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0100

There is a shortage of blood bottles in the NHS. Here is why.

There is a shortage of blood bottles across the entire at the UK.

The company Becton Dickinson supply the blood bottles that we used to test patients' blood across the entire of the UK and in most places across the world. Unfortunately, due to increased testing because of Covid and because of the backlog of patient activity now there's a shortage of his blood bottles which is causing a strain on the NHS.

Why has this happened?

This is in part due to changes with resources, increasing demand, and problems with international distribution like the Suez canal incident and in the UK. It is made worse due to port changes, lorry driver shortages, and other aspects caused in part by Brexit.

As a result, NHS England has announced that there should be a reduction and rationing of the types of blood tests that are done across the entirety of the UK.

There was previous guidance issued on 10th August about checking stock, maximising the use of existing supplies, and looking at alternative supplies and options. Alternative supplies has been hampered by the worldwide use and distribution issues.

On 26th August NHS England has recommended a rationing of blood tests to survive this crisis. This relates to:
1. 5mls Yellow top – SST 2 – clotted sample (e.g. U&E, LFTs etc)
2. Purple top – EDTA (e.g. FBC, HbA1c)

This shortage is an immediate issue likely to continue till mid-September but may continue to occur in the next few months.

Changes include (taken from the document)

All primary care and community testing must be halted until 17 September 2021, except for clinically urgent testing.
Examples of clinically urgent testing include:
• Bloods that are required to facilitate a two-week wait cancer referral
• Bloods that are extremely overdue and/or essential for safe prescribing of medication or monitoring of conditions
• Bloods that if taken could avoid a hospital admission or prevent an onward referral
• Those with suspected sepsis or conditions with a risk of death or disability

In hospitals, each area is asked to make a 25% reduction in blood testing using add-on policies and local laboratory guidance. There will be monitoring on activity in the hospital especially UE and FBC testing.

Testing for routine things like wellness checks, vitamin D*, fertility testing* allergy testing* with some minor exceptions for these recommendations.

The guidance accepts this may cause harm.

There is an ask to support other local areas, and routes to do this if shortages are expected within 48 hours.

The guidance also states that regulators have been informed including CQC and NHS resolutions and that any complaints as a result of the shortages will be captured in the Clinical negligence scheme for GPs and trusts, respectively. This unfortunately is not the directive many practices would hope for as it doesn't help manage the complaints directly sent to the practice.

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Count your respiratory rate quickly

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100

Learn how to count your respiratory rate quickly both for you or your family. Timestamps below

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00:00 Introduction
00:10 How to count the respiratory rate
00:40 How to use this guide
01:22 Counter starts
02:25 What the readings mean

References:
NICE guidance: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng51...

DFTB : https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/quic...

NEWS2 score: https://www.mdcalc.com/national-early...

ALPS Guidance: http://www.aplsonline.com/docs/APLS_E...
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Is General Practice in Crisis?

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0100

Is General Practice in crisis? Find out with Andy and Gandhi...

Welcome

Today - is GP in crisis

But first… Blood bottles shortage
Whats happening
Rationing...

Are we in crisis?
Clare Gerada Article…
“General practice in crisis: stop skinning the cat”
https://bjgp.org/content/71/708/292
Director of practitioner health NHSE
More appointments… https://twitter.com/drawfoster/status...

She has a prescription…. Look at article
More generalists
Intermediate teams
Not community house officers
Stop expansion of GP role
Extend GP training
Job plans
Own oxygen mask first

Reflection
Chooses not to address the political and funding dimension… perhaps this is wise

More data… Pulse survey
https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

More GPs in training than ever? But will they work full time
https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-sup...
Look at… The number of patients per practice is 22% higher than it was in 2015, but the GP workforce has not grown with this demand.
As a result of this stasis, there are now just 0.46 fully qualified GPs per 1000 patients in England - down from 0.52 in 2015.
Everyone says they feel overstretched and look tired

Counter argument
5 year GP Contract negotiation delivers annual uplifts

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Count your pulse quickly

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100

A quick guide on how to check your heart rate (pulse) and a fun tool to help you count it in seconds.

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00:00 Introduction
00:10 How to check your pulse
00:20 Pulse check at the wrist
00:35 Pulse check at the elbow
00:52 Checking your carotid pulse
01:20 how to use this guide
02:15 Using this counter
03:22 Normal readings of pulse

References:
NICE guidance: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng51...

DFTB : https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/quic...

NEWS2 score: https://www.mdcalc.com/national-early...

ALPS Guidance: http://www.aplsonline.com/docs/APLS_E...

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Building Back Better General Practice

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0100

Gandhi and Andy reflect on how to build UK General Practice back better following the pandemic.

We reflect on the PulseOnline survey and campaign "Building Better General Practice".

Thanks to Pulse: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/views/editors-blog/business-as-usual/

Topics discussed...
- Why is General Practice in Trouble?
- State of GP Partnership model
- Merits and problems of the small/medium sized business based model
- New/recent efforts to progress models... Mergers, Super Practices, Federations, PCNs...
- Finally we give our manifestos for the future...

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A guide to GP appointments

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100

A complete guide to appointments with your GP. See below for time stamps.

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00:00 Introduction
00:40 Online consultations
01:37 Photo consultations
02:20 Telephone consultations
03:33 Face-to-face consultations
04:17 Video consultations
05:12 Group consultations
06:12 Home visits

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NHS not the best healthcare system anymore...

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0100

The UK no longer leads the Commonwealth fund list of healthcare systems. Watch our review and why the NHS is not the best anymore.

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Watch our reaction to the Commonwealth Fund review of the performance of health care systems of 11 high-income countries, and that the UK (NHS) has slipped from being top for the past several years.

Commonwealth Fund report: https://www.commonwealthfund.org/site...

Links to full report: https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publ...

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eGPlearning Digital Primary Care update 7.8.21

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi following the recent HTN Digital Primary Care conference and all your updates for General practice.

2021 August 7th DPC Conference Reflections

Welcome

Today we will recap on action-packed DPC conference
Collaboration with partners at HTN

What’s been going on?...

UK Games Expo
Amanda Pritchard - welcome as new CEO NHSE
Reflect on DPC… any take-homes?

DPC….

Loads of delegates, great speakers, and partners…

Hopin platform…

Acknowledging transformation in Primary care over last 18m - COVID etc. Thanks you from Ursula Montgomery

Role of “older” tech - telephone - XON, websites, practice 365

The tension between standardizing access and allowing choice for patients and commissioners and innovation

AI not mentioned….

User interface and experience discussed in several sessions - Accessibility

Minal Bakhai - Focus on user experience, procurement guidelines IT and Choice/innovation vs one size fits all

How would you spend £100m
Training - basics and advanced
Equipment and infrastructure
Get basics right - telephony/data connections
Standardised data formats and interoperability
Let GPs/PCNs spend the money and let the free market do it a work - innovation
Single sign on or keyboard for everyone

Minal Bakhai Keynote: https://htn.co.uk/2021/08/04/video-dr...

All the videos: https://www.htn.co.uk/htn-videos/

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New to GP partnership course by Medics Money

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100

How about a course that teaches you everything about being a new to GP partner? Find out in this episode with Dr Tommy Perkins of Medics Money and sign up: https://medicsmoney.co.uk/gpcourse

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00:00 New to GP partnership course
01:10 What is Medics Money?
02:56 What can help in becoming a GP partner?
05:37 Tommy's GP partner journey
06:40 What is in the GP partner course?
09:30 Why a one-year course?

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UK Games Expo and eGPlearning

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 21:00:00 +0100

Team eGPlearning at the UK Games expo 2021. Watch our views on the expo, covid and playing games as GPs. ps apologies for the quality we were streaming live using a mobile setup.

#ukgamesexpo #boradgames #bgg

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Tips for New GPs

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0100

If you are starting out in General Practice, then check these tips for new GPs. See description for time stamps and links.

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00:00 Tips for new GPs

00:00 Support tips for new GPs

01:52 Resources tips for new GPs
Ardens: https://www.ardens.org.uk/
Primary Care IT: https://youtu.be/qVYorMQ3cfM

04:40 Consultations tips for new GPs
Remote consultation tips: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD...

05:52 Finance tips for new GPs
Medics Money: https://youtu.be/bBgGUapHvUU

07:18 Other Tips for GPs
Non-clinical Podcasts: https://youtu.be/xMgxh6oijAg
Top clinical Podcasts: https://youtu.be/ZbOivCZyRrc
Using SystmOne: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD...
TipsForNewDocs: https://twitter.com/search?q=%23TipsF...
Zack Ferguson full tweet:

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3% Pay rise for the NHS

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 18:00:00 +0100

Is the 3% payrise for the NHS correct? What does it mean for General Practice? Find out here.

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00:00 3% payrise for NHS
00:36 GP funding - Andy's view
02:00 GP funding liability
02:40 NHS DDRB review
04:00 Is 3% pay rise enough?
06:50 Articles and details
08:30 Reality of GP funding
14:40 Implications of the pay rise on general practice
17:25 What should the pay rise be?

BMA GP contract details 20/21: https://www.bma.org.uk/pay-and-contra...

Pulse Today article: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra...
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Phase 3 COVID vaccination ES and GPDPR

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the phase 3 COVID vaccination enhanced service and an update on GPDPR.

00:00 Update for phase 3 covid vaccination
08:30 Withdrawal and penalties?
12:30 joint liability of vaccines
20:00 Designated sites and challenges
26:52 working with pharmacies?
32:05 The future of PCN collaborations?
37:50 PCN groupings
42:15 CQC and governance
48:05 Uptake of vaccines
48:50 Co-administration of flu and covid vaccination
53:15 leaving the enhanced service
54:45 15 min wait time?
57:50 Timeline for Phase 3 covid vaccation ES
1:02:50 GPDPR update
1:09:16 HTN Digital Primary Care

COIVD phase 3 and GPDPR

HTN DPC: https:/bit.ly/HTNDPC21

Phase 3 opt in letter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ScE3...

Pinnacle or other options including eVacc and TPP S1 options
Eva Healthcare: eVacc: https://youtu.be/yS9XZz5q74U

GPDPR

What is it? see previous episode: https://youtu.be/mzxUUqu9i0w

GPDPR letter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AEUD...

Key

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All you need to know about GP partnerships

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 21:00:00 +0100

Do you have questions about GP partnerships? Join our expert GP-led panel to answer questions about managing partnerships whether single-handed, groups or larger.

Join our expert voices on various topics including:

Dr Russell Brown - LMC rep and partner
Dr Tommy Perkins - Medics Money and partner
Stephanie Tedstone IGPM member and partner
and me :)

New to GP Partnership course: https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/gp-part...

Medics Money: https://www.medicsmoney.co.uk/

General Practice Healthcare assistant training: https://www.gppracticetrainingsolutio...

The Institute of General Practice Management: https://igpm.org.uk/

00:00 Introduction to GP partnerships
03:05 What is a GP partnership?
07:45 Why did you become a GP partner?
16:27 What is the biggest problem of being GP partner?
21:10 What is your biggest dread as a GP partner?
24:35 What is the most appealing part of GP partnerships
27:20 What support is there for new GP partners?
32:40 New to GP Partnership course:

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Best equipment for General Practice

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100

What is the best equipment for GPs and others working in primary care? Let me show you and how you can get it all for under £100... the links below.

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00:00 The Best equipment for GP
01:00 Stethoscopes for General Practice
05:22 BP monitoring for General Practice
07:18 Bonus item for General Practice
07:52 Thermometer for General Practice
10:00 Pulse oximeter for General Practice
10:40 Diagnostic set for General Practice
11:20 Top item for General Practice

MDF One stethoscope: https://amzn.to/3BsEavU
MDF Acoustica stethoscope: https://amzn.to/3BunVhR
Littmann III classic: https://amzn.to/3iAUToj
Eko Littmann Core: https://amzn.to/3Bu7WjZ
Eko Duo:
AliveKor Kardia:

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Best Apps for General Practice

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0100

What are the best apps for General Practice? Find out in this episode.

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00:00 Introduction
00:35 Prescribing: https://youtu.be/Pcjxo-5jEwk
01:30 Medical images
02:30 Translation
03:35 Mileage tracker
04:39 Medical calculator: https://youtu.be/YSSAXCTeHu8
05:27 Stress relieving app

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BNF app: https://www.bnf.org/products/bnfbnfcapp/
Pando: https://hellopando.com/
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Wearing masks in General Practice

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100

Should masks stay on or off in General Practice? Join Andy and Gandhi as they debate this topic for today and tomorrow and the future, and bring in your views LIVE.

#masks #wearingmasks #generalpractice

General practice standard operating procedure: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

S1 FBUG 2021 recordings: https://egplearning.podia.com/s1-fbug...

HTN Digital Primary Care: https://hopin.com/events/htn-digital-...

Dr Azeem Majid's article: https://blogs.imperial.ac.uk/medical-...

Gov recommendations for primary care https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...

Face coverings: when to wear one, exemptions, and how to make your own -

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Arclight- the best diagnostic set for General Practice

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100

Find out why the arclight is the best value diagnostic set available and why you should use it.

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I love the arclight which you can get from the University of St Andrews here: https://universityofstandrewsshop.com...

YNR Diagnostic set: https://amzn.to/3jQsJIh (affiliate link)

Welch Allyn Diagnostic sets: https://www.medisave.co.uk/diagnostic...

00:00 Best value diagnostic set
01:00 Why do you need one?
03:04 What does the arclight do?
06:40 Improvements to the arclight?

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The best Time saving Device in GP - KeyQwik

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100

I think the KeyQwik is the best time-saving device in General Practice, find out why.

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00:00 Intro to KeyQwik
00:38 What is KeyQwik
03:00 KeyQwik in action
05:25 Alternatives to KeyQwik
07:35 Improvements to KeyQwik
08:18 Should you get KeyQwik

Explore and buy: https://www.Keyqwik.com

KeyQwik Discount codes:

EGPCASE 25% discount for device + case (or 2 devices or more)

EGPSYS1 = 15% for a single device purchase.

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Hopin App guide

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 21:00:00 +0100

A complete guide to the hopin app to use for your virtual conference.

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00:00 Hopin app guide
01:00 Hopin app demo
01:20 Hopin app interface
01:40 Messaging in hopin
01:52 Reception in hopin app
02:40 Sessions in the hopin app
03:35 Networking in the hopin app
04:55 Should you use the hopin app?

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Time-saving keyboard shortcuts for GPs

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Check out the top 5 time-saving keyboard shortcuts for GPs which are guaranteed to save you time.

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00:00 Time-saving keyboard shortcuts
00:43 Why shortcuts work
01:15 Shortcut 1 - Snap
02:30 Shortcut 2 - Logout
03:25 Shortcut 3 - Desktop
04:30 Shortcut 4 - Snip
06:18 Shortcut 5 - Clipboard
09:00 Bonus shortcut :)

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Record Flu Vaccinations in General Practice (the Pinnacle alternative)

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +0100

Is there another way to record flu vaccinations in General Practice? What are the alternatives to Pinnacle? Find out with DrGandalf and the team from Eva Healthcare.

Sign up: evahealth.co.uk/evacc

00:00 Intro to Eva Health
04:34 New vaccination platform
13:25 eVacc LIVE demo
37:00 Questions and answers

Find your NHS number: https://youtu.be/IHE4cG_ie_c

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CD funding, obesity and long COVID ES guide UPDATE

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 13:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their regular LIVE update session talking today about the new details of PCN funding including CD, obesity and long COVID ES and more.

S1 FBUG User conference 2021: https://hopin.com/events/s1-fbug-online-summit-2021

Update to GP contract June 2021: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

NICE Obesity: identification, assessment, and management: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg18...

NHS England guide on Tier 2 Weight Management Services: https://www.england.nhs.uk/ltphimenu/...

National guidance for post-COVID syndrome assessment clinics: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

Your COVID Recovery website: https://www.yourcovidrecovery.nhs.uk/

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Record your PEFR technique

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:00:00 +0100

This episode shows you how to record your peak flow technique to share with your medical practice team for your healthcare.

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00:00 Record your peak flow technique
00:30 Why record your inhaler technique?
01:33 What do you need?
03:08 Framing the recording
03:58 Showing you how to record your peak flow technique
04:37 Correct peak flow technique
05:22 Peak flow demonstration
Asthma UK guide: https://www.asthma.org.uk/advice/mana...
05:57 Sending the recording to your practice or doctor

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Record your inhaler technique

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:00:00 +0100

Watch this guide to learn how to record your inhaler technique and send ti to your doctor or medical team.

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00:00 Record your inhaler technique
00:25 Why record your inhaler technique?
01:04 What do you need?
02:22 Framing the recording
03:12 Check the recording before you send
03:45 Pre-recording preparation
Asthma UK Inhaler guides: https://www.asthma.org.uk/advice/inha...
04:44 Showing you how to record your inhaler technique
05:57 Sending the recording to your practice or doctor

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GPDPR for your practice

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and Dr Bhatti and Dr Marcas Baw as they talk about GPDPR and your practice and the implications for you and your patients.

Resources:

GPDPR full guide: https://youtu.be/H9AkO7blhTA

GPDPR 1 min guide: https://youtu.be/F_J2Ijj9mVI

Data opt out: https://medconfidential.org/how-to-opt-out/

Neil Bhattia website: https://nhsdatasharing.info

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PCN Structured Medication Review Guidance 2021 Walkthrough

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0100

An overview of the NHS England Guidance on the implementation of Structured Medication Reviews (SMRs) by Primary Care Networks (PCNs).

In this video Andy walks through the document in order to orientate you and your team to the contents and requirements.

Link to Structured medication reviews and medicines optimisation 2021/22: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/structured-medication-reviews-and-medicines-optimisation-2021-22/

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GPDPR, the NHS data opt out and how to control your medical data

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:00:00 +0100

In this guide, DrGandalf explains what you need to know about GPDPR, the NHS data opt-out, and how to control your medical data

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00:00 Intrdocutions and SUBSCRIBE
00:30 General Practice Data for Planning and Research
00:59 It is not GPDR
01:20 What is GPDPR?
01:55 What is the worry?
03:12 Surely my GP can use this for me?
03:26 What NHS Digital have done in the past?
NHS data sharing info: https://www.nhsdatasharing.info/
03:44 GPs are compelled to do GPDPR
04:35 How to opt-out of GPDPR
04:48 Type 1 opt-out
05:27 National Data opt-out
MedConfidnetial: https://medconfidential.org/how-to-op...
06:37 Summary of GPDPR

Opt out image: https://www.nhsdatasharing.info//NDOO...

How data has been used:

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Accessing your GP Practice with Robyn Clark from IGPM

Sat, 29 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100

How to access your GP practice with Andy and Gandhi and Robyn Clark from The Institute of General Practice Management.

The Institute of General Practice Management: https://igpm.org.uk/

THAT viral video: 'If I die, it it will be your fault': https://youtu.be/3ru4QhVZ2a8

THAT letter on The General Practice Podcast by Ockham Healthcare: https://ockham.healthcare/podcast-practice-index-that-letter/

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Best Cheap UK Layout Mechanical Keyboard- epomaker s68 UK

Thu, 27 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100

Is the Epomaker s68 the best cheap UK Layout mechanical keyboard? Find out in this full review.

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00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

00:30 Epomaker S68

01:00 What is in the box?

01:45 The details

04:50 RGB Demo

06:20 How to change the RGB settings

06:40 Using the media keys

07:04 My verdict

07:34 ANSI vs ISO layout

08:07 How to make the s68 better...

08:40 Summary

Buy: https://epomaker.com/collections/mini... #Ad

Epomaker GK96 review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW7qu...

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PCN Investment & Impact Fund 21 to 22

Sat, 22 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100

Learn all you need to know about the Primary Care Network Investment & Impact Fund. Sit back, turn the speed to 1.5x and let Andy walk you through this key PCN guidance.

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Top Tips for New Locums 2021

Fri, 21 May 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Join Dr Gandalf and Dr Surina Chibber of My Locum Manager as they talk about the top tips for new GP Locums in 2021 see below for links.

My Locum Manager: https://mylocummanager.com/

Pomodoro Technique: https://youtu.be/qv98Si9I4ZU

Pomodoro Timer: https://youtu.be/yTDsN_djoQQ

Automate your calendar: https://harmonizely.com?fpr=egplearning

Password sanity: https://youtu.be/bbfCvO9Y_D4

Lastpass: https://bit.ly/egplearninglastpass

Improve your productivity in General Practice:https://youtu.be/paTZy7K8hsU

Keyboards in General Practice: https://youtu.be/fW7quco_mjw

TimeCube: https://bit.ly/Timeqube

Kadams time keeper: https://amzn.to/3tBDDn0

Top medical equipment for General practice: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Quick telephone consultation tips for primary care:

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The Future of Remote Consultations

Sat, 15 May 2021 13:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore the future of remote consultations following the publication of the RCGP papers and in preparation for the coming weeks.

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00:00 Introduction

00:55 The chronology of the past week

04:20 Declaration

04:45 Media view of not seeing a GP

06:04 RCGP The Future of Remote Consultations

36:17 Nikki Kanani PulseToday letter

38:20 NHS England GP SOP

48:33 What support is there?

58:00 Responses

63:00 The future

69:40 Q&A

NHS England letter UPDATED STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP) TO SUPPORT

RESTORATION OF GENERAL PRACTICE SERVICES: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

Full RCGP report on The Future of Remote Consultations: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/-/media/Files...

RCGP Guidance: Remote versus face-to-face: which

to use and when:

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Best Dermatoscopes for GPs

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Join me and Dr Chin Whybrew as we review loads of dermatoscopes (dermoscopes) and share her top pics and hacks to make dermoscopy easy. Links below

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00:00 Introduction to Dermatoscope

02:50 Illuco IDS 1100

06:30 Henie DeltaOne

https://www.medisave.co.uk/heine-delt...

08:50 Phone adapter tips

09:50 Dermlite 200 Hybrid

Dermlite 200 Hybrid: https://www.medisave.co.uk/dermlite-h...

14:10 Dermatoscope Tip 1- adapters

Dermlite universal adapter:https://www.medisave.co.uk/dermlite-u...

15:00 Dermatoscope Tip 2 - multiple camera?

15:45 Cheaper Dermoscopy options

16:00 Jeweller's loops as dermatoscope

18:40 Fundoscope -like dermatoscope

Heine Delta 20 https://www.medisave.co.uk/heine-delt...

21:35 The BEST Dermatoscope 2021

Easier SystmOne appointment booking with Dr Ed Turnham

Sat, 08 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100

Easier SystmOne appointment booking with Dr Ed Turnham

Join Dr Ed Turnham as he shares his method of making easier appointment bookings with SystmOne using their new list function.

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Get access to S1 FBUG Online Conference: https://hopin.com/events/s1-fbug-online-summit-2021

Introduction to dermoscopy for GPs

Thu, 06 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Do you need an introduction to dermoscopy? Join DrGandalf and Dr Chin Whybrew of PCDS as they explain the basics of dermoscopy for GPs including amazing hacks for practice use.

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00:00 Introduction

00:35 Who is Dr Chin Whybrew?

01:36 What is dermoscopy?

02:05 What is the PCDS?

http://www.pcds.org.uk/p/dermoscopy-p...

03:10 Dermoscopy basics

07:29 Benefits of dermoscopy

08:20 How dermoscopes work

10:20 Types of dermoscope

12:05 Dermoscopes for General Practice

13:00 Dermoscopy courses

13:40 Dermoscopy hacks

13:55 Deromoscopy Hack 1

15:25 Deromoscopy Hack 2

15:50 Deromoscopy Hack 3

Multi-charge cable: https://amzn.to/2nJvWhC

18:10 Deromoscopy Hack 4

Pando app: https://hellopando.com/

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Telecommunications in General Practice with X-On

Wed, 05 May 2021 12:30:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from X-on as they show you the latest updates in telephony for your practice. Links and timestamps below in the description

Contact X-On: https://www.x-on.co.uk/

00:00 Introduction

12:00 Quebusting

40:40 Q&A

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Improving telecommunications in General Practice with X-on

Wed, 05 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from X-on as they show you the latest updates in telephony for your practice. Links and timestamps below in the description

Contact X-On: https://www.x-on.co.uk/

00:00 Introduction

03:43 X-on ecosystem

06:25 X-on key features

08:10 Efficient outbound calling

09:05 Inbound calling capacity

10:42 Quebusting

12:40 Users not phones

14:25 X-on Practice dashboard

16:30 Remote softphone

18:00 Video consultation demo

20:35 System integration

21:55 Keyboard shortcuts

23:15 Support to inform patients

27:20 X-flow for patient information

31:10 X-on Desktop tool

37:10 DrGandalf's Questions

37:25 NHS app integration

38:55 Photo integration

39:45 System integration

41:00 Internet requirements and backup

43:45 online consultation integration

45:20 Patient onboarding

46:10 Cost of X-on

49:00 Hardware options

Are GP online consultations sustainable?

Sat, 01 May 2021 13:30:11 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore the developing aspect of online consultations and how they fit in current General Practice and try to answer the question of 'are GP online consultations sustainable'?

BMA guidance: https://www.bma.org.uk/pay-and-contra...

Create a podcast to support patient onboarding: https://egplearning.podia.com/how-to-...

Ivy Grove https://www.ivygrove.org.uk/status.ht...

Redmoor Health support: https://www.england.nhs.uk/south-east...

Remote consultations 5-day challenge: https://egplearning.podia.com/remote-...

ARRS Roles guide 21/22

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:36:58 +0100

Join DrGandalf as he explains the various roles you now have access to for your PCN in this Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme ARRS guide for 21/22. Timestamps below.

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Document used for guide: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

00:00 Introduction to ARRS

01:15 What are the ARRS roles?

02:00 Additionality - IMPORTANT

03:40 Funding Allocations

ARRS Budget calculator: https://www.gprota.net/arrs_calculato...

04:19 Key issues for 21/22

05:12 SPECIAL UPDATE!

06:55 Network Pharmacist role

09:15 Pharmacy Technician role

09:50 DrGandalf's ARRS role tip 1

11:15 Social prescriber link worker role

12:36 Health and wellbeing coaches

The General Practice Podcast: Health and wellbeing coaches:

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Standing desks for Doctors

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:27:52 +0100

Standing desks for Doctors

Have you considered a standing desk? See how I have used one for over four years and learn all you need to know about standing desks for doctors.

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Top 10 health risks from sitting: http://getbritainstanding.org/health-risks.php

Flytta: https://sit-stand.com/126-flytta

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Varidesk: https://sit-stand.com/137-varidesk

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00:00 Intro and On Your Feet Britain

02:08 Pros of standing desks

03:45 Cons of standing desks

05:00 Types of standing desks

05:10 Full standing desk

05:56 Standing desk riser

06:55 Stationary desk riser

07:47 Desk riser demo

08:32 What do patients think?

09:28 Standing desks or activity stations?

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Enhanced Care in Care Homes DES Guide

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 21:16:35 +0100

Learn about what your GP Surgery and PCN need to be doing in 21-22 in Care Homes. A walk through of the NHSE Enhanced Care in Care Homes Framework.

Link to document: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/enhanced-health-in-care-homes-framework/

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PCN DES Standardisation of GP appointments

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0100

Join Dr Gandalf as he explains the standardisation of GP appointments as set out in the PCN DES 21/22

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Link to the main document: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

00:00 Introduction to GP appointments PCN DES

03:13 Support for changes

04:10 GP appointment categories

06:50 Appointment categories - Care related encounters

15:00 Care related activities

16:50 Administration and practice staff activities

19:25 Flow chart and appointment type examples

21:20 Surplus appointments and utilisation

23:40 Examples of GP appointments

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The new communication annexe in SystmOne

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100

Are you ready for the next TPP SystmOne update- a massive one showing a full guide on the communications annexe and how to use it in practice, with new functionality to help with your workload in practice

Join with your chance to ask questions and more.

For the video on how to add your signature to a med3 see here: https://youtu.be/mRzrV9syBv8

Join S1 FBUG Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/s1fbug

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GP Contract guide 21/22

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 13:05:02 +0100

A guide to the new PCN DES contract by two clinical directors and what you need to know for the coming year.

We are reviewing this contract from NHSE: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/B0431-network-contract-des-specification-pcn-requirements-and-entitlements-21-22.pdf

Check out this excellent resource to help PCNs understand finance and budgeting: https://www.gprota.net/arrs_calculator.php

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Send Med3s with SystmOne

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:03:00 +0100

How to add your signature and then send a med3 with SystmOne directly.

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#med3 #systmone #digitalprimarycare

Watch to find out how to add your signature to TPP SystmOne and then send documents like med3 to patients within SystmOne and so much more.

00:00 Intro

00:47 How to create a digital signature

01:15 MS Paint or Canva

Canva link: https://www.canva.com/join/mood-straw... #Ad

01:45 Adding your signature to SystmOne

02:58 Deleting your signature image

03:50 SystmOne Communication Annex

04:28 Sending a med3

05:09 Communication annex guide

06:32 Med3 example

07:10 Tips and key points to note

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Primary Care Medical Technology Hype Cycle 2021

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0100

We discuss what medical technologies will make an impact in 2021. Explore how to use the Hype Cycle to understand the journey new technologies go through as they are adopted. This concept can help you time investment in new technologies for your organisation or as an individual.

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COVID tests explained

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 18:12:06 +0100

Which covid test do you need to do, find out as this video explains the types of covid tests and how to do a lateral flow test at home.

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00:00 COVID TESTS!

00:24 Three types of COVID test

00:46 PCR test

01:33 Lateral flow test

02:20 COVID antibody test

02:57 Doing a lateral flow test

04:00 Additional items you need

05:00 How to take a lateral flow test

06:12 What does the Lateral flow test kit looks like?

09:30 What do the results mean?

Book a COVID PCR test: https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test

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GP workload crisis - Digital Primary Care update 3.4.21

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 12:22:39 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for our Digital Primary Care update including discussing the dawn of a GP workload crisis, vaccination passports, PCN DES contract, and more....

Is there still a workload crisis?

Welcome

The last few weeks is it busy?

Andy / Gandhi

The theme in the industry media around workload

Year-end for Practices and PCNs, looking forward to 21-22

Changes to workload pressures QOF restart

We’re looking at some stories and tell you about content coming up in next few weeks...

GPs working average 11-hour day, major survey reveals

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

11 Hour WW notes

Results from Pulse workload survey - 1,400 GP respondents

Look at the infographic and discuss

11 hours working day and 37 patient a day (28 thought to be safe)

Longer consultation times

Survey also asked about the impact of the pandemic

See infographic and discuss

Are telephone and online consultations saving time?

More stressful, less information (body language etc.), risk of f2f in a pandemic to manage

What can we do?

Erm….. Difficult

Recognise the impact of technology - pandemic safety and patient convenience yes, helping doctors - no?

Restart some old discussions about funding models, presentation of availability by gov/nhs, managing demand, token charges……?????

BMA says GPs can refrain from non-essential work despite April restart orders

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/wor...

Notes

Ready to restart QOF activity in April, CQC resuming some inspection activity

But joint BMA.RCGP guidance - January -

But ongoing Vaccination clinics, maintaining social distancing… which says ‘most’ GP practices should pause all or a ‘significant proportion of their non-essential work, depending on local Covid rates – ‘remains relevant as we continue in the pandemic situation

Ongoing discussions about pausing QOF again???? - BMA spokesman

? non-story ish?

Workload impact of vaccine passports?

GPs should have no role in administering any vaccine passport scheme, RCGP warns

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli...

Notes

Government is likely to make some activities dependant on vaccination status - pubs, holidays abroads….

RCGP getting ahead of this and stating scheme shoul

General Practice: A complete guide to the GPC and more.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0100

What is the GPC and other organisations that support General Practice?

Find out in this complete guide with Dr Katie Bramall-Stainer as she explains the history of General Practice, the GPC, BMA, LMC, and more. This must-listen episode is a guide for anyone who wants to know what they don't teach you in GP training about General Practice.

Guide to MJOG

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and the team from MJOG as they share their a LIVE update on Desktop GP and how it might help your practice with the ability to ask questions.

See more at https://www.mjog.com/desktop-gp

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Ramadan and COVID preparation 2021

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100

How to stay safe in Ramadan for 2021 including preparation information about COVID, vaccinations, testing, meeting for iftaar and Eid, and more.

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#ramadan #covid #ramadan2021

00:00 Ramadan preparation 2021

00:20 Vaccinations in Ramadan

00:37 Is the COVID vaccination allowed in Ramadan

01:12 Side effects from vaccinations

01:40 COVID testing in Ramadan

02:03 Attending the mosque in Ramadan

02:56 Meeting for Iftaar in Ramadan

03:25 Eid plans in Ramadan

Muslim Council of Britain COVID guidance:https://mcb.org.uk/resources/coronavi...

British Islamic Medical Association COVID guidance: https://britishima.org/covid/

Guidance for places of worship https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...

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Common health problems in Ramadan

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0100

Find out the Top 5 common health problems I see in my clinic during Ramadan when people are fasting and how to prevent them

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#ramadan #fastingproblems #ramadanhealth

00:00 Top 5 health issues in Ramadan

00:17 What is Ramadan?

00:49 Chronic health conditions

01:42 Asthma in Ramadan

01:55 Diabetes in Ramadan

02:16 Diuretics in Ramdan

02:40 Faint or dizzy in Ramadan

03:04 What to be wary of when it is hot in Ramadan

03:23 How to not be dizzy when fasting

03:38 Indigestion and heartburn when fasting

04:13 Preventing indigestion in Ramadan

04:45 Constipation in Ramadan

05:05 Preventing constipation in Ramadan

05:53 Headaches while fasting in Ramadan

06:20 Caffeine withdrawal headaches

06:53 Preventing headaches in Ramadan

British Islamic Medical Association Ramadan advice: https://britishima.org/ramadan-rapid-...

Asthma UK: https://www.asthma.org.uk/advice/livi....

Diabetes:

Medication Reminder Apps

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 12:39:23 +0000

We explore the various options open to patients and doctors when choosing smartphone apps to help people take their medication on time and as prescribed.

Unboxing the Eko Duo

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:28:48 +0000

Do you want to see a modern stethoscope? Then watch my unboxing of the Eko Duo to see what the future holds for stethoscopes

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#ekoduo #stehtoscope #digitalprimarycare

This stethoscope was provided free by Redmoor Health with no creative control of the review. Redmoor Health: https://www.redmoorhealth.co.uk/

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Should I be a member of the RCGP?

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 14:30:58 +0000

Should I be a member of the RCGP?

Join Andy and Gandhi for their regular LIVE update on all things GP and also answering the perennial question: Should you be a member of the RCGP?

Joined by RCGP President Prof Amanda Howe as they take your questions and help navigate the answers.

How to start a podcast for FREE

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 06:12:07 +0000

How to start a podcast for FREE

Learn how you can start a podcast for FREE and learn from The 4CES of Podcasting: https://bit.ly/The4CES

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#freepodcast #podcast #startapodcast

Here are the resources talked about in this live webinar including access to the slides. Some of these include affiliate links (if you use them I get a small affiliate at no extra cost to you).

Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/...

The 4CES of Podcasting: https://bit.ly/The4CES

Audacity: https://www.audacityteam.org/download/

Anchor: https://anchor.fm/

Zoom: https://zoom.us/

Streamyard: https://streamyard.com?pal=6029521535...

Squadcast:

Tips to run a remote interview

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Video interviews are here to stay! We discuss tips and tools to help coordinate video interviews and score candidates effectively even when the interview panel are also remote from each other.

Primary Care Workforce Bank by MLM Flex

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 08:48:00 +0000

Primary Care Workforce Bank by MLM Flex

Unlock the potential of your flexible workforce with an interoperable primary care bank book a demo using this link: https://calendly.com/drsurina-1/one-t...

Join a LIVE webinar with Dr Surina Chibber, co-founder of My Locum Manager. What we will share: Significant funding has been announced by NHS England to support Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and Practices to increase clinical capacity by establishing flexible digital staff banks.

My Locum Manager, in partnership with EMIS Health, has a unique solution to support flexible staffing across systems and places. Primary care is about relationships, therefore to truly address workforce capacity issues a staff bank needs to provide more than just shift booking. For a sustainable solution, flexible working should make it easier to not only access available staff but also to optimise local relationships and incentivise retention while providing new ways of working. We will share how you can easily build an engaged workforce community, increase the quality of care patients receive, deliver services at pace and seamlessly connect existing IT systems to automate your systems.

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Unboxing the GK96S left hand keyboard for General Practice

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 07:01:10 +0000

Would you use a left-hand keyboard if you are right-handed? Find out more in the unboxing of the GK96S and how awesome this keyboard is.

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My review of the Ajazz K620T: https://youtu.be/Y7DaTJIfg90

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Ownership and pay rises in General Practice

Sat, 06 Mar 2021 13:39:32 +0000

Ownership and pay rises in General Practice

Digital Primary Care update 6.3.21

Join Andy and Gandhi as they cover the latest news in primary care including topics such as takeovers and more

Operose “partnership” to operate AT Medics

1% Pay Rise for NHS Staff

Operose - large private company

Now operate 58 practices, nearly 1% GP practices (6,658), >500,000p

Worries that GP is being parceled up and sold off to private business, foreign, American ones at that…

Why is this controversial?
Who are the players?
Do people understand GP ownership structures?
Does it matter? Should we worry?

AT Medics

Largest Group of GP practices in London, 37 practices, 49 sites, 120,000p
Innovative software and programmes - medic assistant

Operose Health

Owned by Centene
American
$111B Revenue
NHS Budget £150B
Centene in Andaluz - Ribera Salud the template for ICS working
Medicaid and population health in the US, 25m Americans

My experience
Good experience of working with PCN practices
Good people

Nationally assembling a strong team
CMO - Nick Harding OBE / Modality

Does it Matter?

Londonwide LMC (Chief Exec Dr Lisa Rothwell) - Strong tradition of GP Practices being led by GPs and teams who live locally and work as part of the frontline workforce.

On the other hand - Investment - Efficiencies

increased competition to the market to improve quality for patients and get better deal for tax payer?

NHS sets the price and performance expectations in the contract?

Understanding ownership of general practices - PArtnerships - need to change?

NSH 1% payrise

Is it right or not?

Will you be clapping for carers or not?

Thanks to GP Online for the article

No Pulse article? Why?

Find your NHS number

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000

Watch this episode for four quick ways to find your NHS number.

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#nhsapp #nhsnumber #nhs

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

00:32 What is your NHS number?

01:25 Method 1: Letters

01:55 Method 2: Prescriptions

03:08 Method 3: NHS app

04:26 Method 4: Find your NHS number website

Find your NHS number: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/onlin...

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👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

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Spending you Primary Care IT budget

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Spending your Primary Care IT budget

How would you spend your Primary Care IT budget? We set the challenge, hear Andy's views as we analyse the Primary Care IT market

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#primarycareIT #NHSIT #NHS

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

00:20 How would spend your IT Budget?

01:39 Why look at IT budgets?

02:40 The Primary Care IT options

05:00 How did we choose the options?

07:50 Explaining all the options

12:48 How much do we 'spend' at present?

14:40 Andy's Primary Care Digital Strategy

16:05 Andy's Primary Care Budget

21:15 Is he locking it in?

23:30 Reflections on the choices

28:14 Change and collaboration

29:00 Extra 'special' information

⭐Star posts⭐:

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👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

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Website:

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Side effects of the AstraZeneca vaccine

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000

Side effects of the AstraZeneca vaccine

A short video explaining the very common, common and uncommon side effects of the AstraZeneca Covid 19 vaccine and what to do if you experience other side effects.

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This video is accurate at the time of publishing and please seek updated information given the changing nature of the public information available. This video is made in conjunction with PrimaryCareIT

All information shared in this video is taken from the UK AstraZeneca COVID19 vaccination leaflet https://www.gov.uk/government/publica...

Please discuss with your local vaccination team or healthcare team if the vaccine is suitable for you.

00:00 AstraZeneca vaccine side effects

00:20 Very common side effects:

Occur in more than 1 in 10 people who have the vaccine.

✳️ Nausea

✳️ Headache

✳️ Chills

✳️ Joint pains

✳️ Tenderness, pain, warmth, bruising, swelling, erythema, and/or itching at the site of injection

✳️ Fever

✳️ Malaise

✳️ Chills

✳️ Fatigue

00:49 Common side effects:

Occur in 1 in 10 people who have the vaccine.

✳️ Vomiting

✳️ Induration at the site of injection

✳️ Flu-like illness

01:07 Uncommon side effects

Occur in 1 in 100 people who have the vaccine

✳️ Enlarged Lymph nodes

✳️ Less appetite

✳️ Dizziness

✳️ Tummy pain

✳️ Sweating

✳️ Itching

✳️ Rash

00:54 What do I do if I get other side effects?

The excipients (ingredients) listed in the manufacturer’s information are as follows:

▶️ L-Histidine

▶️ L-Histidine hydrochloride monohydrate

▶️ Magnesium chloride hexahydrate

▶️ Polysorbate 80

▶️ Ethanol

▶️ sodium chloride

▶️ disodium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate

▶️ sucrose

▶️ water for injections

Report side effects: coronavirus-yellowcard.mrha.gov.uk

AstraZeneca information leaflet: https://www.england.n

What is QCovid?

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000

What is QCovid?

What is QCovid? Find out in this episode, with details from Dr Toni Hazell on how to use it for your practice and patient's benefit.

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Digital Primary Care update 20.2.21

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Digital Primary Care update 20.2.21

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest Digital Primary Care update including QCovid, vaccinations, the NHS white paper and more...

Join the S1 Update: https://youtu.be/HehN5MQhvoA

What is QCovid episode: https://youtu.be/zhKolDFl5zs

NHS White paper: https://assets.publishing.service.gov...

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Starting a GP Podcast with Penny's HIll Practice

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 06:56:51 +0000

Watch this episode to learn how to start a GP podcast for your patients with the team from Penny's Hill Practice. Full details and links below.

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#podcasting #practicepodcast #generalpractice

Start a podcast for free: https://egplearning.podia.com/how-to-...

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:00 The Penny's Hill Practice Podcast team

01:55 Why did you start a practice podcast?

03:45 How do you choose your podcast topics?

06:25 How did COVID19 Shape the podcast content?

07:45 How difficult is it to record a podcast?

12:25 Getting patients to support your podcast

15:18 Sharing your podcast with ALL patients

17:00 A stumper question...

18:05 How effective is a podcast?

21:40 How to start a podcast for FREE: https://egplearning.podia.com/how-to-...

22:00 Geoff and Sam's Top Podcasting Tips

23:00 Getting Super Special Guests!!

26:30 DrGandalf's Tip number 2

⭐Star posts⭐:

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How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

WhatsApp? Alternative Messaging Apps for Medical Teams

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In the wake of concerns about WhatsApp's terms and conditions, we discuss the leading alternative messaging apps for health care workers to use at work and at home.

How not to chair a Zoom meeting

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 06:50:04 +0000

Have you seen the recent Handforth Parish Council Zoom meeting with Jackie Weaver? In this episode, we show you how not to run a zoom meeting and how to make it better see links below

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#handforth #zoom #remotemeetings

How not to run or chair a zoom meeting with Handforth Parish Council

Video Meetings made easy: https://egplearning.podia.com/video-m...

02:40 Tip 1 camera etiquette

04:20 Bonus Tip: Clarifying roles in a meeting

05:30 Tip 2 Check your 'name'

06:10 Tip 3 Camera framing

07:50 Tip 4 The role of the coordinator

08:30 Tip 5 Setting Groundrules

09:50 Tip 6 Mute tips

10:35 Tip 7 Zoom mute tips

13:10 Tip 8 A good remote meeting setup with Jackie Weaver

14:30 Tip 9 Multiple people on the same device

15:10 Tip 10 Choosing the right device

16:10 Tip 11 Meeting recordings

Missed tip 12 sorry....

17:05 Tip 13 Zoom lighting tips

18:15 Tip 14 Managing interruptions

19:20 Tip 15 Know the platform you are using

19:45 Tip 16 How to raise a point correctly

21:25 Andy and Gandhi's Reflections

26:15 Security of recordings

The Darker side of video meetings: https://youtu.be/19kh8AnViQ4

Using Zoom playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQgai...

Video Meetings made easy:

Digital Primary Care update 6.2.21

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 13:47:29 +0000

Digital Primary Care update 6.2.21

After a brief respite supporting the vaccination efforts of Nottingham, Andy and Gandhi are back with their Digital Primary care update on GP in the media, telephony, and more.

The anti-GP agenda....

https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/analysis...

Gandhi - can I ask you a question… Are you still doing appointments at your surgery?

Is the media accurately portraying whats is happening in General Practice?

A lot has changed, but we’re still open

Some patients still think we are closed and can be frustrated

Telephony costs in practice.

https://htn.co.uk/2020/11/10/innovate...

The growing use of the phone in practices

Issues:

Cost to patients

Cost to practice

Security of remote working

Recording of phone lines

Withheld numbers/non-regional numbers NYE Health

Identification of calls on bills etc.

GP5T conference launch Apri 24th:

https://hopin.com/events/gp5t

GP5T: Training Trainers To Train Trainees

RCA and teaching consultation guides

WBPA calibration

How to support IMGs and trainees with dyslexia

Tech tips

SystmOne Colourful Shortcut Hacks

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000

SystmOne Colourful Shortcut Hacks

Learn two SystmOne hacks that are both awesome time-saving shortcuts and colourful too. See below for timestamps🔽🔽🔽

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#systmone #systmoneshortcuts #systmonehacks

00:00 Intro and LIKE

00:50 Adding colour to SystmOne

02:10 Clinical tree shortcuts

03:10 The AWESOME hack

03:58 How to do the hacks

SystmOne Keyboard shortcuts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75-AO...

⭐Star posts⭐:

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

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How to start a health tech podcast

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

How to start a health tech podcast with Dr James Somauroo

Join DrGandalf and Dr James Somauroo of the Health Tech Podcast as we hear his journey from doctor to podcaster and how he is building a health tech interest company.

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Follow the health tech podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

Where did the Health Tech Podcast rank in our top non-clinical podcasts for GPs? Find out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMgxh...

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:20 James's journey to the Health Tech Podcast

06:40 Starting the Health Tech Podcast

11:05 The podcast journey

15:40 Podcasting tips and tricks

19:40 Leaving clinical work

24:40 The impact of COVID19

25:40 What is the Healthtech Pidgeon? https://www.healthtechpigeon.com/

32:14 Who is your unicorn guest?

36:30 How would you spend £100k on health tech?

39:09 Where to find more

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-som...

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamessomauroo

The health tech pidgeon:

How to use a pulse oximeter at home

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000

How to use a pulse oximeter at home for COVID19 monitoring

This episode explains how to use a pulse oximeter to monitor your oxygen levels for lung problems like coronavirus and more, see the links below for resources

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This video is created with PrimaryCareIT. All information in the video is correct at the time of filming.

To download a printable home pulse oximeter monitoring sheet see this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pYBo...

To use the OneContact webform to monitor your oxygen levels see this link here: https://onecontact.health/d82036/covi...

Below are some affiliate links to products that may help

If you wish to buy a pulse oximeter see here: https://amzn.to/3t2Sibc or for the one I use see: https://amzn.to/3opSttB

If you wish to buy a thermometer my recommendations are here:

Braun 6520: https://amzn.to/3qZ1wU1

Duronics 3 in 1: https://amzn.to/3qZ1wU1

Further videos of use are here:

See the NHS England guidance on pulse oximeter monitoring at home here:

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How to register with

Better Goal Setting for GP Practices and Life

Sat, 23 Jan 2021 11:24:28 +0000

Explore some new ideas for setting and achieving goals in your healthcare team, GP Practices or in your personal life. Andy and Gandhi explore their approaches to goal setting.

The alternative to the NHS app

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000

The alternative to the NHS app?- MySurgery App

Is MySurgery App the alternative to the NHS app? Find out in this episode and how it might help your practice enhance its offer and engagement with patients.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/-OIH545YDFU

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#nhsapp #mysurgeryapp #patientapp

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

00:27 How MySurgery App started

01:47 MySurgery App Demo

11:50 DrGandalf's perspective

14:45 Analytics and push notifications

17:27 How much does MySurgery App cost?

Start using MySurgery App: https://www.mysurgeryapp.co.uk/for-su...

⭐Star posts⭐:

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How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Best COVID19 Dashboards

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Best COVID19 Dashboards

Check out our review of COVID19 Dashboards including our perspectives on which can help you understand and track COVID19 and more. Links and Timestamps below

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#covid19dashboard #coviddashboard #trackcovid19

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

02:25 MIT Review website: https://www.technologyreview.com/2020...

03:00 Nextweb review website: https://thenextweb.com/corona/2020/03...

03:13 GOV.UK COVID19 Dashboard: https://coronavirus.data.gov.uk/

10:23 WHO COVID19 Dashboard: https://covid19.who.int/?adgroupsurve...

13:10 John Hopkins University COVID19 Dashboard: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html

14:45 HealthMap COVID19 Dashboard:

Sign Med3 faster in General Practice

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000

Sign Med3 faster in General Practice

Watch how to sign a med3 faster and make it more streamlined in your daily clinic. This hack will save you time in 4 simple steps.

Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/vrS28i0mzmc

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#med3 #fitnote #sicknote

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

00:48 Step 1

01:45 Step 2

03:20 Step 3 - Issue the med3. You must do step 1 & 2 first.

04:50 Step 4 SAVE TIME!

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

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Rapid COVID19 vaccination bookings with Q Doctor

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:02:41 +0000

Join DrGandalf and Dr Chris Whittle from Q Doctor as they talk about how the platform can help you book your appointments rapidly in General Practice especially for vaccination clinics. See below for links and timestamps

Join up to use the Q Doctor platform at https://qhealth.io

00:00 Intro to Q Doctor

02:45 Q Doctor Practice guide

09:25 QDoctor Patient view

13:40 What's next?

15:35 Q&A

General Practice update Jan 2021

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 14:08:55 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review all the new updates and letters and what this means for you in primary care and social media with fake news..... Links below

Really Difficult New Year Quiz: https://youtu.be/4KlJDfC_TQM

Boardgame Medics: https://www.facebook.com/groups/board...

Freeing up General Practice: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

Operational guidance: vaccination of frontline health and social care workers: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

COVID-19 Vaccine Oxford AstraZeneca – movement of vaccine: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

COVID ES :https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

Top non-clinical podcast for General Practice (2021)

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf as he countdowns the top non-clinical podcasts for General Practice in 2021 see notes below for timestamps and links ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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#podcasts #non-clinical #digitalprimarycare

Watch here to see the top non-clinical podcasts for General Practice that you can listen to this year. See this link to subscribe to each podcast

Do you agree?

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:15 CARL Podcast ranking system

01:55 First honourable mention

02:27 Second honourable mention

02:50 Third honourable mention

03:25 Fourth honourable mention

Countdown to the top non-clinical podcasts in primary care and general practice

04:05 Number 5 non-clinical podcast for GP

06:05 Number 4 non-clinical podcast for GP

08:00 Number 3 non-clinical podcast for GP

09:35 Number 2 non-clinical podcast for GP

11:40 Top non-clinical podcast for General Practice

Top Clinical podcasts for General Practice: https://youtu.be/ZbOivCZyRrc

Next Gencast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...

Leadership in Practice:

Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical system

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General Practice review of 2020

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Join Andy, Gandhi, and Ben Gowland of The General Practice Podcast as they review the crazy year of 2020 including each season, PCNs, COVID 19, remote working, vaccinations, and more

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00:00 Intro and welcome to Ben Gowland

02:20 Winter 2019- Spring 2020

06:25 Spring - Summer 2020

12:52 Summer- Autumn 2020

22:40 Autumn -Winter 2020

33:50 Personal resilience in 2020

40:00 Hopes for 2021

⭐Star posts⭐:

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How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

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eGPlearning Really Difficult New Year Quiz 2020

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf for the 2020 Really Difficult General Practice quiz. Can you take home the prize? Will you win?

Prize: Voucher for the number of LIVE entrants up £100 (minimum prize £50)

Replay prize to be confirmed

#GPquiz #quiznewyear #newyeargpquiz

Enter the quiz here: https://bit.ly/egplearningquiz2020

Merry Christmas from eGPlearning

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 18:00:00 +0000

2020 has been crazy. Merry Christmas from eGPlearning

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Remote Consultations: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD...

Using Zoom: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD...

Supervirus: https://egplearning.podia.com/supervirus

Remote Consulting 5 Day Challenge: https://egplearning.podia.com/remote-...

Remote Consulting Webinar: https://egplearning.podia.com/remote-...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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AccuBook COVID 19 guide with AccuRx

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 15:00:00 +0000

Join DrGandalf and the team from AccuRx as they show what the new COVID 19 support tool AccuBook can do to help your team and answer your questions LIVE. Links below:

Free Spreadsheet to work out patients flow: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IAFNsDZPr6IscqrEPg71mdbb2CfelZsRDuZziZR2V7M/edit#gid=0

AccuBook Roadmap : https://www.notion.so/accurx/PUBLIC-Product-improvements-accuRx-vaccine-booking-b53149e6998046ca919e11c2aa01c7cd

Sign up to use AccuBook: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNa4dHrNFi0x5fUJFL6z2UKOdocPU1vy-WXiquiHQDQ2USxQ/viewform

eGPlearning 2020 Awards

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000

eGPlearning 2020 Awards.

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review 2020, a year like no other, including their GP tech, GP innovator of the year, and the disruptor of the year awards for 2020

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What a year!!!! 2020

In this episode

Predictions from last year…

Andy - Burst of PCN Bubble

Gandhi - Shift to remote working (video specifically)

Awards… Top 5 Tech Developments for primary care 2020 + honorable mentions

Reverser order each choices

Special Awards

Most innovative (Tankard)…

Disruptic (pineapple)... - good and bad ways

Predictions

Andy… Shortages -

Gandhi… end of primary care

Thanks

Taking break for Xmas day

Take a look at our Review episode with ben Gowland from The General Practice Podcast

Hope 2021 is better!

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivLSPDeZo

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

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💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

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Top Clinical Podcasts for General Practice 2021

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 16:58:15 +0000

Top Clinical Podcasts for General Practice and primary care

Have a look at this list of the top clinical podcasts for those working in general practice, primary care, and medicine in general. What do you think? See links below 🔽

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For links to all the podcasts mentioned in this episode see this link:

To see our previous episode on the Top Clinical learning Podcasts in 2019 see here: https://youtu.be/zrdVFckg0HE

Honourable mentions New and noteworthy

Finding Fairhealth podcast: https://fairhealth.org.uk/podcasts/

Inside Health podcast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b019dl1b/episodes/downloads

Boggled Docs: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1300702

Number 5 clinical podcast for General Practice: RCGP Podcasts -

BJGP Interviews: https://bjgplife.com/bjgp-interview-podcast/

RCGP elearning podcast: https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/mod/page/view.php?id=9591

RCGP CIRC podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4962368

RCGP InnovAiT podcast (SAGE): https://journals.sagepub.com/page/ino/podcasts/index

Number 4 clinical podcast for General Practice: BMJ Podcast -

Deep Breath in: https://www.bmj.com/podcasts/deepbreathin

Number 3 clinical podcast for General Practice:

GP Notebook podcast: https://gpnotebookpodcast.com/

Number 2 clinical podcast for General Practice:

NB Hot Topics: https://www.nbmedical.com/podcast

Number 1 clinical podcast for General Practice:

Primary Care Knowledge Boost: https://www.pckb.org/

Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical system

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Online Consultations with SystmOne and Ardens

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Online Consultations with SystmOne and Ardens

Join Dr Gandalf and the TPP SystmOne team with Rob from Ardens as they showcase the new massive update to SystmOne with amazing new integrated options to streamline your practice and patient care.

Having the COVID 19 vaccination -eGPlearning update

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 14:58:47 +0000

Join our regular eGPlearning Primary care update with Andy and Gandhi looking at having the new COVID 19 vaccination, PGDs, consent and more.....

Welcome

Vaccinations started!!!! - Had your vaccine?

Gandhi - had it - talk about it
Andy not yet

Developments...

15 minute wait back
Just Pfizer at the moment so just large regional centers.
Other vaccines not available yet
Nikki Having regular webinars -well done and thanks to Niki and team
Some areas not signed up?
Local sign up experience
PGD out - not read it
SOP for sites - not read it

Check out the consent support videos:

COVID 19 Pfizer Vaccination support video: https://youtu.be/i4FsJaoSsuU

COVID 19 Pfizer vaccination guide: https://youtu.be/Jq363gcVde4

Thanks and look out for our other episode over xmas

2020 round u and awards and predictions
Ben Gowland review of 2020

Seasons best wishes

COVID 19 vaccination consent made easy by ONE CONTACT

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 18:00:00 +0000

COVID 19 vaccination consent made easy by ONE CONTACT

Watch how ONE CONTACT by PrimaryCareIT can streamline the consent process for the COVID 19 vaccination in your practice, network, or area.

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Join ONE CONTACT HERE: https://primarycarepathways.co.uk/products/onecontact

Check out the consent support videos:

COVID 19 Pfizer Vaccination support video: https://youtu.be/i4FsJaoSsuU

COVID 19 Pfizer vaccination guide: https://youtu.be/Jq363gcVde4

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivLSPDeZo

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

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🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

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Easier Rota in General Practice with GPRota.net

Sat, 05 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Easier Rota in General Practice with GPRota.net

Do you need an easier Rota system? Join me and the GP Rota team - Kiran and Arjuna as we talk about how GP Rota.net can make life easier for you in General Practice

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See GP Rota: https://GPRota.net

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

00:55 Who are the GP Rota.net team?

04:10 How is GP Rota focussed on the needs of its users?

10:20 A demonstration of GP Rota

17:15 PCN and Hub working

19:15 PCN Ready Reckoner

21:10 Tools to help coordinate your staff

22:35 Integration

24:20 Cost of GP Rota and how to get it free

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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COVID Vaccination ES Guide

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 06:33:48 +0000

COVID Vaccination ES Guide

A guide to the new COVID Vaccination Enhanced Service (ES) from NHS England for General Practice links below 🔽🔽🔽

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COVID Vaccination DES Guide: https://youtu.be/0ai1H1ThRi0

COVID Vaccination Programme DES guide: https://youtu.be/4Llc1rM2djY

NHS England Primary Care guidanc: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

COVID vaccination Next steps letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

COVID Vaccination ES specification: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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England LMC Conference Nov 2020 review

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 12:48:01 +0000

England LMC Conference Nov 2020 review

Join Andy, Gandhi, and guests for a brief review of the England LMC Conference 2020

View agenda: https://www.bma.org.uk/media/3486/bma...

PCN DES vote: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/con...

LMC leaders vote for ‘immediate’ renegotiation of Covid vaccine funding: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cor...

Safety in General Practice

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Safety in General Practice

General Practice is not as safe as it used to be. In this episode, we highlight recent issues and explore how to keep clinicians safe in General Practice.

Talk about safety….

So much to do, can be easy to forget to give this attention

Self and those who work with and for our partnerships

Prompted by article by Shaba Nabi : https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/views/nabi/when-the-safety-id-felt-as-a-gp-changed/

Areas….

Home visits

- Before… risk assess
- Don’t need to go alone
- During - behaviours, instincts…
- Dogs…
- After… checking in

Process is key

Services and devices can help
personal tips from Gandhi then Andy - anecdotes

In clinic

Document and intel from team
Risk assessment - not just violence… other allegations
Warn staff, get help on standby
Chaperone / support
Handling conflict - personal tips from Gandhi then Andy - anecdotes

In and around the surgery…

Car park
Lone working

Digital whole separate topic

But can get personal…
Identity theft...

Afterwards

Debrief incidents for whole team is really important
Learn

Little green button: https://www.littlegreenbutton.com/product/

Suzy lamplugh orgnaisation: https://www.suzylamplugh.org/

Lone worker advice by health and safety executive https://www.hse.gov.uk/lone-working/employer/index.htm

Comment subscribe etc.

Black Friday Deals for eGPlearners

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 07:07:37 +0000

Check out the best Black Friday deals for eGPlearners follow https//:www.twitter.com/drgandalf52 or see links below

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Publer: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningPublerBF

Filmora: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningFilmora20

COVID vaccination and Airmid SystmOne update

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 17:00:00 +0000

COVID vaccination and Airmid SystmOne update

Join Dr Gandalf and the TPP team as we share the latest TPP SystmOne update including tools to help with COVID Vaccination clinics, COVID swab results and a spoiler for a massive TPP update.

Join our next TPP SystmOne LIVESTREAM on 16.12.20: https://youtu.be/vmoELf-D3hI

5 Lessons for GP Staff and Primary Care Networks from Elon Musk

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 17:10:54 +0000

5 Lessons for GP Staff and Primary Care Networks from Elon Musk

Elon Musk is productive, successful, and is making a huge impact in industries from energy to space travel.

What can Primary Care Networks and General Practice learn from him?

Dr Andy Foster reflects on Ashley Vance's biography of Musk and pulls out some observations and lessons.

Link to the book here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Elon-Musk-Billionaire-SpaceX-Shaping/dp/075355562X

Wrist rest for the NHS

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Do you want to have less wrist pain at work, then check out this episode showing you options including the Carpio wrist wrest by DeltaHub. Links below 🔽🔽🔽

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00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:50 Basic information on wrist health at work

Proper typing positions for work: http://ergonomictrends.com/proper-erg...

02:45 Simple wrist rest/ mouse pad

03:50 Unique wrist rest/ mouse pad: IMAK: https://amzn.to/2IDxfty

04:30 The problem with most wrist rests in the NHS

05:10 Carpio by DeltaHub: https://amzn.to/3nEK0CV

05:25 See @randomfrankp for awesome tech reviews

05:50 Pros and cons of Carpio

07:05 Carpio demonstration

08:15 Best use for Carpio

09:00 Disclaimer

09:40 Is Carpio worth it?

Carpio by DeltaHub: https://deltahub.io/

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app:

COVID Vaccination Programme Guide

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 13:32:18 +0000

Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the official COVID19 Vaccination Programme DES and their views on how it might be achieved....or not.

COVID 19 DES half-hour guide: https://youtu.be/0ai1H1ThRi0

Watch here for our initial perspective as we were joined by Dr Ishani Patel of Lantum and Jacob Haddad of AccuRx in talking about the speculated COVID19 Vaccination DES and our views: https://youtu.be/lOQjRNSYkdk

NHSE General Practice Webinar: https://future.nhs.uk/connect.ti/P_C_...

Link to slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qq5a...

The full DES documents are available here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronaviru...

BMA guidance on COVID19 Vaccination Programme is here: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-sup...

BMA and RCGP Workload prioritisation guideline: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/covid-19/late...

Link to slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qq5a...

Money advice for GPs

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Do you need money advice as a GP? We are not taught about this but sorting out your finance early is so valuable. Join Dr Tommy Perkins of Medics Money and I as we talk about this for a complete career finance guide.

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Free Affiliate Finance ebook Guide: https://bit.ly/egplearningmedicsmoney

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

02:00 What is Medics Money

05:45 Why Medics Money was started

09:25 Money advice pre-GP

15:40 Money advice for GP Trainees

20:00 Money advice for Mid GPs

31:10 Money advice for pre-retirement GPs

Free Affiliate Finance ebook Guide: https://bit.ly/egplearningmedicsmoney

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Top New Portable Keyboard for GPs

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Do you want to see what I think is the top new Portable keyboard which I think will work amazingly in General practice (or anywhere really): the Ajazz K620T! Timestamps below 🔽🔽

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I just got my new Ajazz K620T and I love it. Here are the specs:

Buy Ajazz K620T: https://epomaker.com/products/ajazz-k...

⌨️ 60% Layout Compact Keyboard &19 RGB Backlit

📶 Wireless - connect up to 3 devices and switch easily

🔲 Blue (clicky) or Pink (linear) switches

🔊 Scroll Knob for Easily Control Volume

📱 Up to 12" tablet holder

🔋 4400mAh Battery, 804g weight

🖥️ Mac, Windows, or Android Compatible

And here are the timestamps for this episode:

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:55 Mechanical Keyboards...?

02:58 Different types of mechanical keyboard switches

06:25 RGB lighting

06:50 Unique Ajazz K620T features

08:05 Removable Keys

09:05 Infection control tip

09:45 Ajazz K620T technical aspects

Buy Ajazz K620T: https://epomaker.com/products/ajazz-k...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app r

Engage and communicate with your PCN, HTN awards and more

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0100

Engage and communicate with your PCN

Join Andy and Gandhi for their Digital Primary Care update as we recap the HTN awards, show you how to engage and communicate with your PCN, and share our latest views on primary care… links below 🠋⮛🠋

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Welcome

Top 5 Zoom keyboard shortcuts for GPs: https://youtu.be/gSl1OlsrKyY

The darker side of video meetings: https://youtu.be/19kh8AnViQ4

Top Keyboard shortcuts for TPP SystmOne:https://youtu.be/75-AON7DMSw

Remote Consulting Webinar: https://bit.ly/RConsultingW

HTN Awards : https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2020/10/22/h...

Health tech start up awarded by me to….. Celsium

Health tech team - Connected Nottinghamshire : https://twitter.com/Connectnotts

Engaging with your PCN

Who are you trying to speak with?

What message are you sharing

How are you going to share it?

Email - newsletter and how? Sendfox vs mailchimp or convertkit

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Podia: https://www.podia.com/?via=eGPlearning

Mailer Lite

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Blog:

Wordpress

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SystmOne Keyboard Shortcuts

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Learn the SystmOne Keyboard shortcuts that will save you time.

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Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical system

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The dark side of video meetings and how to fix them

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 20:44:19 +0100

Video meetings just aren't naturally good at supporting our workplace relationships and being creative. Dr Andy Foster explores the less talked about shortcoming shortcomings of video meetings and how to improve them.

Top 5 Zoom Keyboard shortcuts for GPs

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Do you want easier zoom meetings? Then learn these top 5 Zoom Keyboard shortcuts that will enhance any meeting especially those in General Practice. Links below 🔽🔽🔽

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Keyboard shortcuts can make your life easier, especially with Zoom. Share these at the start of each meeting and enhance the meeting experience for you as a host and your participants

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:15 Tip 1: Mute/unmute

01:50 Tip 2: Instant unmute

02:18 Bonus tip

02:35 Tip 3: Video on/off

03:00 Tip 4: Raise your hand

03:40 Tip 5: Go Fullscreen

Remote Consulting Webinar: http://bit.ly/RConsultingW

Using Zoom Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQgai...

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How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

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Digital Primary Care update- Flu and Digital CQC..

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 12:59:48 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their regular update on Digital Primary Care on flu, CQC regulation of digital health and more.... see below for links

10 Oct Update Episode

Welcome

Introductions

How we doing

Digital PC round up

Today looking at

A new document from CQC - Draft strategy for discussion

Announcement about flu delivery

Redmoor digital journey planner

Anticipated information from NHSe

Andy - So Gandhi - new flu announcement, I haven’t read - what is it about?

New Dept of health supply of flu vaccines for practices

HTN article about Draft CQC strategy document

https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2020/10/06/c...

CQC Published New Development strategy including digital health

https://cqc.citizenlab.co/uploads/f81...

Describes

Changes accelerated by COVID19

Recognises regulator must transform

Themes

People

Smart

Safe

Improve

References

New restrictions in providing care

New digital channels

New ways of working

New services

Offer regulation that is more relevant

Managing risks and uncertainty

“As the regulator of health and social care, we need to cement our place in that new world. As I’ve said previously, we’re not going to return to the way we worked previously — this will mean some big changes.”

Use of data and analytics and “AI” to support intelligence-based activity - to assist regulation and target inspections?

The greater importance of dashboards

Themes

People

Look at touch points on a patient journey - patient-centered shift?

We want our information to help people make decisions about care and to enable and empower them to drive change.

Look at effectiveness systems of not just organisations but systems - PCNs, ICS, CCG?

Renewed focus on inequalities? Champion in everything we do… More pressure on systems to address these?

Smart

This means a more dynamic approach to regulating: moving away from relying on periodic inspections of services

and harnessing information from all sources to continually assess the quality and update ratings. Data will underpin all our activity, allowing us to understand risk and how people are experiencing care,

target our resources for the greatest impact, and be more proactive than reactive.

Greater use of data and dashboards to target activity

Responsive rather than cyclical and planned

Looking at the value of services to the community and effect on the overall system? - Implications for services like GP at hand?

“Where services are innovative, we’ll look at how they benefit people as well

AccuRx Patient Triage and AccuRx Plus

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 18:34:10 +0100

Find out about the new AccuRx Patient Triage tool and AccuRx Plus for your practice

Using accuRx Playlist: https://youtu.be/6T3pc6Iz-7I

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Apple watch 6 as a Health Device

Sun, 04 Oct 2020 14:49:16 +0100

Dr Andy Foster flies solo in this episode and discusses the newly released Apple Watch 6. He talks through the health monitoring features and discusses what this means for the present and future of consumer health wearables for Primary Care.

DigitalPC20 wrap up

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Watch our wrap up of the DigitalPC20 conference and how you can get access to the recordings if you missed it and more: https://bit.ly/DigitalPC20R

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#digitalpc20 #digitalprimarycare

Recordings of DigitalPC20: https://bit.ly/DigitalPC20R

NHS MS Teams User conference: https://bit.ly/MSTeamsNHS

Remote Consulting 5-day challenge: https://bit.ly/RC5dayC

Patient triage by AccuRx: https://youtu.be/TDisqtPp_Oo

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

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NHS Covid App - Digital Primary Care update

Sat, 26 Sep 2020 12:40:42 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their latest Digital Primary Care update on the new COVID app, DigitalPC20 prep, and more...

NHSCovidApp: https://www.nhs.uk/apps-library/nhs-c...

#nhscovidapp #covidapp digitalprimarycare

Twitter response: https://twitter.com/NHSCOVID19app/sta...

Join DigitalPC20: https://bit.ly/DigitalPC20

26 Sept Episode - NHS COVID-19

Welcome

Introductions

Live Saturday Episode

DFPC Conference

Demo…

Video on screen

Postcode - lets you know if area is high risk

Cant change

Info on localised measures and restrictions

Data stays on the app and doesn’t need to go anywhere else

Venue check in - QR code

Check symptoms

Read latest advice

About the app

Enter test result

Switch off contact tracing

How it works diagram and privacy - use FT diagram

https://www.ft.com/content/d2609e26-8...

No centrally stored data - everything is dispersed across everyone’s phones…

Supposed to address privacy concerns

No GPS or location data…

All data on phone...

Will people download it?

Use not compulsory

£1-10k fine if you refuse to self isolate… but the government won’t know

Matt Hancock stated was optional….

Will you use it?

Coverage needed?

50% based on comments about German App

In May Iceland had highest uptake with 38% of its 364k population

Singapore has 37% - early leader, bit more authoritarian

Should GPs use the app in surgery?

Can pause contact tracing for periods of time

Not use if wearing PPE??????

Flu clinics?

Should we display a code at the surgery - like bars, hair salons and other venues?

Bars etc. required to display under regulations

No contractual obligation - voluntary

Here is the link to create a code

Practice Manager Question time with Practice Index

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Join DrGandalf and Practice Index as we explore common questions by practice managers for GPs.....What could go wrong 😆

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00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:50 Are GPs actually as busy as they always tell us they are?

05:00 How do you prioritise what comes in?

08:00 How often do you disagree with a clinical decision made by another GP - and do you just go along with it?

11:05 If you were the Health Secretary, what would you change in primary care?

15:35 What is the most useful tech tips you suggest we pass on to our GPs?

18:15 What is the most useful tech tip you suggest for PMs?

22:00 What is your favourite piece of IT kit?

26:30 What item would you like but can not justify?

29:40 What roles covered by the new additional roles reimbursement scheme are you most excited about and why?

32:50 What are your views on primary care networks?

37:30 Digital Primary Care: bit.ly/DigitalPC20

37:50 What do you think has been the biggest challenge we have faced as a result of COVID?

43:40 Practice Index: practiceindex.co.uk/

43:55 Why don't GPs offer more PMs the chance to be partners when they bring so much value to the business?

48:40 How much does your heart sink when a patient starts the conversation with 'I've just Googled my symptoms.....'?

50:45 What is the worth of a PM?

56:00 What can practices do to make a GP "enjoy" their job again?

59:50 Practice Index: practiceindex.co.uk/

The AccuRx Journey: Patient Triage, video consultations and more

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Hear about the AccuRx Journey with their founder Jacob Haddad as we talk about the past, present, and future of AccuRx including details on Patient Triage.

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00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

00:48 How do you pronounce AccuRx?

01:30 How was COVID for AccuRx

03:28 How did AccuRx start with video consultations?

06:10 Why did AccuRx choose to use Whereby?

07:55 How secure is AccuRx?

11:10 How do you create your ideas at AccuRx

15:15 How AccuRx helped me during the pandemic

19:05 How did AccuRx achieve integration?

21:00 How is AccuRx uptake in secondary care?

24:00 What is happening with Chain Reception?

26:35 News on AccuRx Patient Triage

28:55 How does AccuRx keep its focus?

32:50 Why can't all of AccuRx remain free?

36:50 What is next for AccuRx

Digital Primary Care conference: https://bit.ly/DigitalPC20

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How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

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Digital primary care update - Appointments, flu and video consultations

Sat, 12 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for their latest Digital Primary Care update after a brief break. What is new in general practice and digital health, find out here.

Welcome eGPlearners

Back from our summer break.

Are you refreshed?

Working on DPC conferences - sign up!

Congratulations to fellow eGPlearner and long time Listener - Dr Sonali Kinra on her election to the National RCGP council.

What are we talking about this morning?

A story about NHSD plans to count GP appointment data and the focus on appointment as the unit of work https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...

A story about how a CCG is partnering with video consult provider LIVI to make video consultations available for all of there 220,000 patients.

Story and discussion about flu immunisation in practices and preparedness

Main discussion point this week.

Mapping time and appointments in GP has been a big issue on discussion forums this week.

New Guidance on accurate monitoring of GP Appointment Data from NHS-D : https://www.england.nhs.uk/gp/gpad/

Whats happening?

Data extraction from CRS to NHSD to monitor GP activity

Why causing a buzz?

Provided a definition of of what an appointment is? What will be counted… And what will not be counted as an appointment.

Go through on the PDF….

Talking points

If something isn’t counted then is it not valued?

Extracting the appointment ledger does not reflect the work taking place

Letters

Bloods

Tasks

Undocumented phone calls

Supervising colleagues

Concern that the real amount of work taking place will be underestimated

What decisions about funding and resource allocation will be base on this data?

Secondary care better at or longer history of strategic data collection - due to historic payment mechanisms?

Leading to a wider discussion in some places about GP workload and the consequences of this being poorly defined and understood. Generally - issues of burnout?

We delude ourselves that we do 9 - 3.5hr sessions - the profession tells itself this lie?

How do you count activity….

Multiple problems in one appointment?

The number doesn’t equate to work and quality?

Everything on the ledger - make everything that can be ana appointment, an appointment

Should we instead focus on truly counting workload/activity?

Should we focus more on outcomes in this population health-driven world?

Why is this happening?

So Governement can say that there are X million more appointments after an initial count and then

Improve your GP practice website with Practice365

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 17:49:21 +0100

Improve your GP practice website with Practice365

Learn how to improve your GP practice website with this discussion with Thomas Porteus of Iatro and Practice 365 - especially how to improve accessibility and save time.

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Free Site audit: https://practice365.co.uk/site-audit/

00:00 Intro and Subscribe

00:50 What is Practice365?

02:00 Website accessibility

06:25 Website Accessibility deadline

09:50 How Practice365 can help you

10:05 Create an adaptable branded website

10:50 Ease of use

11:50 Broadcast and content library

12:45 Easily shared content

15:15 Summary of the benefits of Practice365

16:25 Walkthrough of Practice365

17:20 Online consultation access tip

17:50 bespoke structure to support your practice

19:10 Easy integration with digital-first providers

20:35 Keeping your website up to date

22:00 GP Practice website design 101

28:40 Royalty-free GP images

31:55 See One Contact: https://bit.ly/egplearingdfpg2

34:10 Easy electronic billing for General Practice

39:00 Practice365 migration support

Contact: https//:practice365.co.uk

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Streamline your practice rota with Lantum

Sat, 05 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0100

Is sorting out your practice rota a nightmare? Join me and the team from Lantum as we share their tool that could save you 4-13 hours a week!!!

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Join me and Dr Ishani Patel and Jamie Griffin of Lantum as we share the Lantum Rota Pro tool that can help schedule your clinics, network and save you so much time....

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

03:00 Your Practice view

03:40 The different roles available

04:30 Staff onboarding and verification

09:00 How to Rota your staff

14:00 Do I have to use the locum booking parts?

19:30 How does Rota Pro help the practice manager?

26:55 How can Rota Pro help me manage my rooms?

29:35 Custom practice/PCN landing pages

30:55 How much would a practice save?

31:27 Save your practice team 4-13 hours a week!!!

34:45 Clinical system integration

Explore Rota Pro: https://info.lantum.com/en/rota-pro

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Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

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GP VTS Guide (2020)

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 18:00:00 +0100

A GP VTS guide for 2020 with Dr Jamie Green of HEEM. Including all the updates to GP training, leadership MSF, CATS, RCA, and more.

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ARCP guide 2020: https://youtu.be/kPCJLsHOFzk

00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:00 What has changed with GP training?

01:47 What has changed for ST1?

03:18 What has changed with Learning logs?

04:00 What is the ideal case review?

04:40 What is a placement planning meeting?

05:42 What has changed for ST2?

07:20 What has changed for ST3?

08:12 What is CATS?

09:09 How do I do a leadership MSF?

13:20 Tell us about the prescribing assessment

Prescribing assessment by Ardens: https://support.ardens.org.uk/support...

15:15 What has changed with PSQs?

16:38 How to do PSQs during COVID?

17:48 Let's talk about the RCA

21:25 Top tips for GP training

ARCP Guide video:

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How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

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Website: https://egp

ARCP panel guide- how to pass GP training

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Do you understand the ARCP outcomes? Have you heard of the new outcomes that affect trainees? Find out all this and how to pass GP training in this episode.

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00:00 Intro and SUBSCRIBE

01:00 GP training changes explained

02:13 What is an ARCP panel?

02:46 What is evidence for your ARCP panel?

05:00 What are the ARCP panel outcomes?

05:15 The Good outcomes: 1 and 6

06:12 The Bad outcome: 4

07:12 The amber outcomes: 2 and 3

09:17 Fix it quick outcome: 5

11:27 Learning log entries and ARCP

13:55 The other ARCP outcomes

14:08 The pause outcome: 8

15:08 The COVID outcomes

17:15 Let's us talk about the RCA

20:00 What if you fail the RCA?

⭐Star posts⭐:

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How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

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Digital Primary Care update - 15.8

Sat, 15 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest Digital Primary care update including what we have planned for the coming months

Join us for Digital Primary Care conference (#DigitalPC20) on 30th Sept right here: https://hopin.to/events/digital-prima...

See the recordings of our previous conference: https:/bit.ly/S1FBUGR

Join in for Recording Consultations - 5-day challenge:

Babylon publishes research report on AI in primary care: https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2020/08/12/b...

Article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s4146...

HIEM 3 Reboot: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/health...

Best Stethoscope for GPs

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Is the Eko Core te best stethoscope for GP? Find out my thoughts and possible uses to help GPs, practices, and patients with this tool.

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I love this device and see what I think about the Eko Core 2 stethoscope.

See Redmoor Health for an Eko Health: https://redmoorhealth.co.uk/shop/

MDF One: https://amzn.to/3kIIDCk

Littmann II: https://amzn.to/3fT68VP

Eko core unboxing: https://youtu.be/YpyahmEo5h0

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Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Best timer for GP Training

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Do you need a timer to help you at work that doesn't interfere with your consultation? See my review of TimeQube: https:bit.y/Timeqube

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Do you need a timer? You will after you see this video and see how amazing this device is.

TimeQube: https://bit.ly/Timeqube

Digital Timers:

A timer for your screen: https://www.cs.hmc.edu/~geoff/countdo...

10 min sand timer: https://www.amazon.co.uk/TickiT-92019...

Pomodoro Timer for Primary care: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTDsN...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Attending an Online conference

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0100

After hosting and attending several online conferences recently, Andy and Gandhi share their tips on how to get the best from attending an online conference and running virtual ones.

Today… Talk about

Some stories in the news that caught our attention

Online conferences - Had a great time hosting the first S1 FBUG Online Summit - learnt a lot and will share

Quick Shout out to

@JoeTidy - BBC cyber security reports - spoke to about 2017 NHSCyberAttack - Hi Joe
Bristol medtech society https://www.facebook.com/pg/bristolmedtech
Jacey Melody and Sonali Kinra - long time listeners and patreons
Dr Minal Bakhai and providers
Surina Chibber from MyLocum Manger

Great eGPLearning Content….

Digital first providers guide
Top tip for

Story in the news…

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/gps-should-do-all-consultations-remotely-going-forward-says-health-secretary/20041246.article

GPs should do 'all' consultations remotely going forward, says health secretary

Matt Hancock always been a fan of online consultation - vindicates that position
Good to have air cover for increased appointments
Can we go too far?
What is being missed?
Have we moved too fast? PAtients without access… how do we know it’s safe…

https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2020/07/30/nhsx-launches-clinical-communications-procurement-framework/

NHSX launches clinical communications procurement framework

Some familiar names on list.
Discuss opportunities.

Online Conferences

Big Shout out to Attendees, Sponsors and Speaker at the S1FBUG Online Summit
We had a great time
Let’s talk about the Experience of Attending and Running an Online conference.

Getting them right

Different from meetings and webinars

Accommodating

Multiple speakers
Multiple simultaneous sessions
Sponsors and giving them value

Recreating those things that happen at live conferences - networking

Really impressive platform - Hopin

Prepping the guests, speakers, sponsors and helpers… on boarding

Tech support on the day

What sessions did we have?

Speakers
Sessions with Sponsors
Ardens
Great demonstration on the Eko Stephoscope

Reflect on feedback - delegates and sponsors

What next for online conferences and eGPLearing?

Thanks, subscribe, interact and have a great weekend

NHS Digital First Provider Guide - audio

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 17:00:00 +0100

A live guide to several primary care Digital First consultation providers facilitated by Dr Minal Bakhai of NHS England and with live demos of each platform and the opportunity to ask questions.

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Join Dr Gandhi and Dr Minal Bakhai (Deputy Director and National Clinical Lead for Digital First Primary care NHSE/I) as they speak with representatives from AccuRx, AskMyGP, eConsult, Engage Consult, Klinik and TPP SystmOne about their digital-first offerings for primary care.

This will include a live demonstration of each platform, rapid questions of functionality and an open question format at the end for our live viewers.

01:00 Digital First General Practice with Dr Minal Bakhai

13:00 AccuRx: https://www.accurx.com/

19:00 AskMyGP: https://askmygp.uk/

22:10 eConsult: https://econsult.net/

27:45 Engage Consult: https://engagehealth.uk/engage-consult/

33:55 Klinik Healthcare: https://klinikhealthcaresolutions.co.uk/

39:55 TPP SystmOne:

General Practice, Technology and the Virus – Reflections

Sat, 25 Jul 2020 16:04:35 +0100

In the is episode, Dr Andy Foster reflects on the last 5 months of the pandemic and how General Practice in the UK has coped with the Challenge of the Virus. In particular how technology has helped.

This is a reflective episode and revisits many of the themes covered in depth on eGPLearning over the last 6 months, providing a good overview or introduction to this topic.

The slides were prepared ahead of a presentation to Bristol Medical Technology Society, but we felt the reflections were worth sharing with the medical technology community.

Links…

Working From Home – A light hearted introduction

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wV6dQLKD18U&feature=youtu.be

Patients recording consultations

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Can patients record a consultation? Do they need a clinicians consent - find our here:

Watch this episode based on the BMA guidance about patients recording consultations.

BMA guidance: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-sup...

MDU guidance: https://mdujournal.themdu.com/issue-a...

eGPlearning Social media guidance: https://egplearning.co.uk/social-medi...

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Appointments in General Practice

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0100

Appointments in General Practice- A digital guide

Welcome

Live episode, please interact

Intoductions

Todays episode inspired by chat on NHS Digital Whats App group about appointments and access

2 themes to cover….

What is an appointment? And what will count as activity

Total triage, before and after - what is the best option for the practice and its patients

Up-coming document from NHSE will set out how NHSE will harvest/access data from CRMS (S1/EMIS) to assess activity within general practice to the level of individual surgeries.

Information such as number and type of appointments.

Led to speculation about how this data will be used in the future…..

Concerns that used to judge practices and that incorrect or unfair conclusions might be reached?
Used to allocate resources? Correctly? Similar concerns
Regulatory attention?
Use by the media?

What constitutes as an appointment?

Online / Telephone /video/ F2f / Administrative activity? - would this be covered by online/asynchronous?

How do we log workload in practice, everything have an appointment slot ie oncall work/ admin etc.

Supervision/ second opinion / Administrative tasks (non patient content but often time consuming)

Dichotomy of primary vs secondary care contracts - PBR vs capitation based contract.

Thoughts? Gandhi

Needs to be some accountability for spending public money?

But will the right things be counted?

Demand? Or under delivery?

Can this data be helpful?

If demand/need reliably captured then can build case for redistribution?

Thoughts? Andy

Its coming - similar systems present or developing in other areas of public spending

Embrace - record everything and show our value - build the system to make this automatic

Lots of scope in recording the asynchronous/”online” admin work

Access and appointment options

So many - also discuss in the whatsapp

Lots of ways to structure appointment systems using different models and tools

What will / should the future look like?

Traditional models - return

Blind booking of f2f (or telephone) appointments with clinicians

Patient choice - Allow patient to book type of appointment and choose clinician

Reception guided

Total triage - during the crisis - examples

All clinicians triage own cases and see for continuity (basic reception/admin triage)
Single clinician triages incoming work and allocates to appropriate clinician or admin staff

Triage vs signposting

Tools helpful for these systems available…

Preconsultation information collection - eConsult etc.

Join our Digital First Providers guide on 29.7.20 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngNhAeMOw_Y

Electronic messaging

Telephone

Video

Photos

Even collection of obs via care home staff or remote devices in the future

Electronic guidance to streamline and improve choices

How do you manage your appointments at your practice? With the new shift

The best social media tool for your PCNs, Federations and more

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +0100

What is the best social media tool for PCNs, LMCs, and group practices? Watch this episode and sign up here: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningPubler

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02:00 How groups work in Publer

05:00 How to create a group in Publer

05:45 Publer analytics

06:00 Using teams in Publer

06:30 Appsumo Publer deal

07:50 Why the Appsumo Publer deal is so amazing......

Get Publer by Appsumo: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningPubler

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Supervirus a print and play game of survival

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Can you and your neighbours survive the Supervirus? Will you work as a team or succumb to the viral onslaught? Will your health service cope? Find out here: https://bit.ly/SupervirusPNP

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⭐Star posts⭐:

Supervirus and Supervirus:ICU are print and play board games where players try to survive the current Supervirus pandemic. Use your Character abilities, Game cards and sheer will to survive each of the weekly Events and make it through.

Your local hospital can help but make sure it doesn't get too overloaded or it will not be there to help you at your time of need.

Supervirus is a game for 1-6 players that plays in 20-40 minutes.

Download the game here: https://bit.ly/SupervirusPNP

GP Bingo: https://youtu.be/JJUJUFm9gaU

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Personality Typing in General Practice

Sat, 11 Jul 2020 11:28:48 +0100

In this episode Dr Andy Foster talks about personality typing and how it can be useful to help teams and individuals work more effectively together in organisations. The focus is on healthcare organisations and UK General Practice, but the video should be useful to anyone looking for a way to introduce a group of people to MBTi.

The focus is on the Myers Briggs Type Indicator system.

In this video you will learn (or be reminded) about:

Why investing in EQ and Soft skills are important
How to interpret a Myers Briggs profile

Why this might be useful in your organisation

Personal Development
Managing and developing teams
Conflict resolution and prevention

The video is structured around a teaching session that was delivered at my practice to demonstrate how you could do something similar at your organisation.

Links:

Dr Andy Foster’s Blog and powerpoint slides

http://avoidingpuddles.com/2017/02/18/personality-profiling-in-general-practice/

16Personalities – great source of free MBTI testing, profiles and information

https://www.16personalities.com/

Lower limb MSK exam by video consultation

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Examining the lower limbs (MSK) system can be really effective by video consultation. Listen here on how, with lots of tips to help clinicians and patients.

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See these timestamps for relevant sections:

00:45 Preparing the patient for a video consultation

02:35 Spine exam by video consultation

05:25 Gait analysis by video consultation

05:50 Hip examination by video consultation

07:14 Knee exam by video consultation

09:10 Ottowa knee test by video consultation

09:50 Ankle/ foot exam by video consultation

11:20 Ottowa foot test by video consultation

Upper limb exam by video consultation: https://youtu.be/wYraEoHbHDE

Telemedicine examination playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Conferences and more your Digital Primary Care update 4.7.20

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore attending online conferences in our post COVID world including a sneak peek at our own: S1 FBUG SystmOne Online Summit: https://bit.ly/S1FBUG2020

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Welcome

S1 FBUG SystmOne Online Summit: https://bit.ly/S1FBUG2020

Join in before all the early bird tickets go.

Today...

Exploring an issue from the news this week….

Controversy around RCGP comments that COVID19 is a lifestyle disease…

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/views/why...

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/rcgp...

Plus further details on the exciting up coming S1 FBUG online

The apology…

https://twitter.com/rcgp/status/12768...

The articles…

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/rcgp...

Event held in coop with sport england

Caused controversy around the term… Lifestyle disease

Promoting the event, the RCGP had said: ‘Covid-19 is a communicable virus but it is also a lifestyle disease. Obesity, diabetes and other lifestyle diseases are associated with poorer outcomes from infection.'

Caused controversy on twitter resulting in apology

RCGP virtual conference titled ‘Covid-19: A lifestyle disease and the vital role GPs have in beating it’

Most risk factors identified by PHE are NON-MODIFIABLE - BAME increases risk of death by 10-50%, male gender, certain types of employment where homeworking/distancing difficult.

DM & HTN may also be risk factors, and life style is a factor here, but the link to COVID outcomes becomes stretched.

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/rcgp...

Event held in c

Upper Limb MSK exam by video consultation

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +0100

DO you want to know how to do upper limb MSK exam by video consultation? Find out here with my tips and key points to consider

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Examining the musculoskeletal system by video consultation can be effective, but how can you as a clinician get the best value and help patients? See these sections for specific tips and details:

00:40 Prepping the patient

01:40 Look, Move, Feel....if you can

02:30 Examine the neck by video consultation

04:00 Examine the shoulder by video consultation

Includes: Compound movements and rotation and more

05:15 Specific shoulder examination tests

Includes: Jobe's test, painful arc Hornbolower's sign, Gerbers test, and the ACJ scarf test

08:05 Examine the elbow by video consultation

Includes tennis elbow and golfer's elbow tests.

09:20 Examine the wrist by video consultation

Telemedicine examination playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

Music in this video

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Laxed (Siren Beat)

Artist

Jawsh 685

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Primary Care Pathways with Dr Dustyn Saint

Sat, 27 Jun 2020 11:00:00 +0100

How can Primary Care Pathways help you? Find out from its founder Dr Dusty Saint as we talk about developing a useful service in primary care and how he became my COVID hero.

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Timestamps of the episode are here:

01:15 What is Primary Care Pathways

07:45 What challenges have you face?

10:40 How did you offer COVID support?

14:35 Appraisal tip for primary care

15:50 Where is healthcare going post COVID?

18:00 What is the future of Primary Care Pathways?

19:35 Is Primary Care Pathways system based?

23:15 Updates on EMIS X?

Wakelet to improve your appraisal: https://youtu.be/cTmuVGLNHbw

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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How to examine ears, nose, and throat by video consultation

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 18:00:00 +0100

How to examine ears, nose, and throat by video consultation

Do you want to know how to examine the ENT system by video consultation.....Find out how in this episode 🔽

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00:25 Neck examination by video consultation

02:07 Throat examination by video consultation

03:30 FEVERPAIN score in assessing a sore throat for tonsilitis

04:20 Nasal examination by video consultation

05:15 Ear examination by video consultation

06:45 The Hum test by video consultation

07:55 Sinus examination by video consultation

Telemedicine examinations playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Big News Digital Primary Care 20.6.20

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 08:36:52 +0100

Big News Digital Primary Care 20.6.20

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore new updates to digital primary care with N365, RCGP council and exclusive information about the S1 FBUG SystmOne Online Summit: https://bit.ly/S1FBUG2020

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Welcome

SystmOne User Group Online Conference Announcement!!!!!!

S1 FBUG SystmOne Online Summit: https://bit.ly/S1FBUG2020

Join in before all the early bird tickets go.

Whilst we waiting for Gandhi let’s look at a story in the news….

“NHS Strikes deal for Microsoft365 digital tools”

http://www.thehtn.co.uk/2020/06/15/nh...

https://digital.nhs.uk/services/micro...

https://news.microsoft.com/en-gb/2020...

NHSX/Digital agreed on a deal to deploy M365 tools across the NHS

Agreement runs 15 June 2020 to April 2023

Includes MS Teams - initially limited to 3m from March

Good news as some organisations and groups were holding off investing time in teams, as access could have been time-limited

Narrative from Matt Hancock and government is that

they are making most up to date digital tools available to NHS

Acknowledging innovation during COVID19

Getting the basics right.

Providing Tools for productivity, COLLABORATION and…

Cyber security right

This news is welcome and a real improvement

After using windows xp (released 2001) and IE7 (released 2006) until about 3 years ago

… and the lapsing of security updates around the time of cyber attack…

Includes...

Office 365 for Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Email and Teams

Windows 10 & security features

“Significant cost savings” - But how much?

Why am I excited by this…

I’m a big fan of office 365 and have a subscription

Previously Google Drive

Office applications are more mature

better compatibility

more storage on 1 drive - 1TB! Vs 15GB with google

Creates a network effect… value of a product or service increases the more people use it - like Facebook / twitter etc.

Great for collaboration - particularly Teams

A chat, projectmanagement, document sharing, video meeting/consultation tool that is suitable for sharing patient identifiable da

How to record consultations for the Recorded Consultation Assessment (RCA)

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 18:00:00 +0100

How to record consultations for the Recorded Consultation Assessment (RCA)

How can you submit a video, telephone, or face to face consultations for the RCA (Recorded Consultation Assesment)? Find out here in our complete guide for GP trainees and trainers. 🔽

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As a GP trainee you will need to submit cases for the RCA. This complete guide shows you how, how educational supervisors can verify your cases and more.

Join Dr Jon Rial and I as we answer all your questions including how much it costs, what to do if your consultations are over 10 minutes and more.

01:35 How the system was developed

03:42 How to record video consultations for the RCA

05:55 What it looks like from a patient's perspective

Best Phone holder for Video Consultations: https://youtu.be/4EIDuWTB1Gg

12:35 How to record telephone consultations for the RCA

14:50 Uploading face to face consultations for the RCA

16:10 Consent for face to face consultations for the RCA

18:00 What if my consultation is over 10 minutes?

22:20 How do I view my consultations for the RCA?

24:10 How to share your consultations with your ES (educational supervisor)

25:50 How to view consultations as an ES

28:15 Probity and security for consultations in the RCA

29:30 How to submit the 13 cases for the RCA

30:55 What if the patient rescinds their consent?

32:55 Is there an additional cost for the recording of the RCA?

33:30 Details on the new GP trainee eportfolio

34:40 Who will have access to the recording RCA access?

Contact Dr Jon Rial: https://twitter.com/jonrial

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5

Life as a PCN Clinical director with Dr Dave Triska

Sat, 13 Jun 2020 11:00:00 +0100

Life as a PCN Clinical director with Dr Dave Triska

What is life as a PCN Clinical Director like? Find out with Dr Dave Triska.

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01:40 Who is Dr Dave Triska?

02:40 How did the PCN DES change things for practices?

05:40 What do you think of the PCN DES?

06:40 What was your experience of COVID19?

07:30 How to crowdsource PPE

10:40 How do you inspire confidence?

11:20 How have you used social media with patients?

12:40 How will your network adapt to the 'new normal'?

15:30 How would you spend £100m on health tech and no red tape?

17:20 what is your favourite app?

Contact Dr Dave Triska: https://twitter.com/dave_dlt

Using AccuRx playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Using AskMyGP in General Practice

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Using AskMyGP in General Practice

Are you using or considering using AskMyGP in your practice? In this episode, I talk with Dr Dave Triska as he shows us how it may improve your practice, see below for all the details. 🔽

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This episode is a full guide to integrating online consultations provided by AskMyGp in your practice and how it can help your patients and staff.

02:10 Starting with AskMyGP

05:00 Why is AskMyGP useful?

06:45 Test the system as a patient

07:30 What is the patient experience with AskMyGP?

09:20 The analytical information offered by AskMyGP..

10:20 The analytics offered by AskMyGP

11:40 Matching capacity to demand

12:50 Doesn't the patient ALWAYS want to see the GP?

14:10 What is the doctor's day like using AskMyGP?

15:40 How does AskMyGP work for half-day workers?

17:10 How does AskMyGP work for GP trainees?

19:30 How does AskMyGP work for other members of the primary care team?

21:25 Developing a practice MDT approach

22:25 How does it work for practices that rapidly started using AskMyGP?

23:40 Dave's top three tips for using AskMyGP

25:10 The big tip to using AskMyGP

27:40 How can AskMyGP help patients with challenges like language/ learning difficulties etc.

Contact Dr Dave Triska at: https://twitter.com/dave_dlt/

Declaration: neither I nor Dr Dave Triska are paid by AskMyGP for this video or have funded links with the company.

Online consultations made easy for primary care: https://youtu.be/tBSJdUvyxuI

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Jddoe

Digital Primary Care update - RCA, locums and more

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 06:00:00 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore digital primary care, social media use by practices and more in your regular update.

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Welcome

Live update event

Talk about news and topical issues LIVE

Today we have each brought a topic…

RCA, changes to MRCGP/CSA and tips, thought and ideas for trainees and trainers

How the jobs market has been affected by COVID and effects on ST3 and locums - pulse article

Locum GPs forced to claim benefits as work dries up… http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/locu...

INTERACT

How has your week been?

Gandhi…

Andy… Busy!!! Care Home work and ST3 to GP online event - Zoom event - lots of fun and inspired our news item pick today.

RCA:

Fourteen Fish provided how to record video and phone consultations:

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOe4E...

Full details:

https://www.fourteenfish.com/recorded...

Easily record

Share with trainer - watch back at faster speed! - excellent

13 consultations, demonstrate competencies across curriculum, video or telephone, explain examination so thinking along the process.

Good video from Amon Arora

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q05ha...

News Item….

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/locu...

“Locum GPs forced to claim benefits as work dries up”

Dramatic title!!!

GP workload reduced during initial COVID response

Reduced patient demand

People cancelled holidays

Retired GP working for free

Technology enabled sick or isolating staff to continue to consult and work

Locum work cancelled or Not booked

Or shifts that are available in COVID assessment clinics or COVID visiting services

Higher risk an issue for shielding locums

Worries that some of these shifts may be permanent?

Technology and e-consulting may have lasting effect on demand management?

PAtients will continue to be more confident with self care?

What do you think

Gandhi?

Andy?

Zoom Event with AiTs was interesting

Anxiety about jobs market

Fewer considering locum work and more interest in salaried and partnership

Considering applying and meeting practice during COVID interesting

Tips for ST3s… And Locums?

Andy…

Don’t panic...

“This too will pass”... things will go back to normal… probably

Continue to network, look for jobs, apply

Think about what is best for you… “correction” to locum working risk reward position?

Google My Business for your GP Practice

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Have you started using Google My Business for your practice/clinic? No....then watch this to see why you MUST start using it and how with tips below 🔽

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Learn how to use Google My Business for your medical practice or clinic, in this walkthrough guide of which parts are relevant for General Practice or any medical practice.

01:35 Why should you use Google My Business for your practice

03:50 GMB home page

05:50 What GMB looks like from the user perspective

07:40 GMB Posts

10:30 GMB info area - MUST DO!!!!!

12:55 GMB Insights

15:00 GMB Reviews

15:50 GMB Photos

16:30 GMB Products

17:30 GMB Services

18:45 How ALL practices should use Google My Business

The best social media tool for practices: Publer: https://youtu.be/ORkFFyY2dkA

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

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Free Telemedicine using NYE phone

Sat, 30 May 2020 11:00:00 +0100

Free Telemedicine using NYE phone

Do you need a free telemedicine platform? Consider using NYE phone which offers a softphone telephone and video consultation solution which is free for clinicians and patients, as explained by NYE Health founder Dr Imran Mahmud, details below.

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In this episode. we cover the following:

01:20 What is NYE phone?

02:30 What mankes NYE phone unique?

04:20 How secure is NYE phone?

05:00 How does the softphone part of NYE phone work?

06:10 The benefits of a softphone system

08:10 What do patients need to use NYE phone?

09:20 Does NYE phone allow clinician to clinician calls?

09:45 What was the plan for NYE Health?

13:00 What is next for NYE health?

14:45 Will NYE phone always be free to use?

16:10 Why is it called NYE?

17:40 How did NYE Health start?

Contact via: https://www.meet.nye.health/

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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How to practice medical consultations

Thu, 28 May 2020 18:00:00 +0100

How to practice GP and medical consultations with AvatarJo

Do you want to practice medical GP consultations but not sure how? Or maybe help in prepping for medical exams like the RCA and CSA. See how with AvatarJo. DO NOT MISS our discount offer, code below.....🔽

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In this episode, I talk with Sarah of AvatarJo to hear how their platform may help you practice medical consultations, especially in prepping for medical exams like the RCA and CSA.

Use our special discount code to get £10 off any session at AvatarJo till 30.6.20: EGPOFFER10

01:45 What is AvatarJo?

03:20 How does AvatarJo work?

05:10 The new RCA - recorded consultation assessment that replaces the CSA.

08:45 How does case selection work on AvatarJo?

10:00 Is AvatarJo only 9-5?

10:40 How much does AvatarJo cost?

12:10 How does trainer feedback work with AvatarJo?

14:10 AvatarJo is not just for trainees.

17:30 What is the minimum tech you need to use AvatarJo?

20:00 Group offers

21:20 What is next for AvatarJo?

24:05 Practice video consultation platforms

Use our special discount code to get £10 off any session at AvatarJo till 30.6.20: EGPOFFER10

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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More space in your medical practice with ROOM

Thu, 28 May 2020 17:50:00 +0100

More space in your medical practice with ROOM

Should you put a ROOM phone booth in your clinic to make more space at your medical practice? Check out this review and other options too...

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See this video for details on how to expand the space at your practice using remote working, tech, and enclosures like ROOM.

01:30 Remote working options

Remote access for General Practice: https://youtu.be/hWwjh-EFVhE

Top tips for remote working at home for GPs: https://egplearning.co.uk/top-tips-fo...

03:20 Noise-canceling headsets

MPOW Bluetooth headset: https://amzn.to/2X8rrwh

Steelseries Arctis: https://amzn.to/2XzH27l

Jabra headsets: https://amzn.to/2M6kANz

Wantek phone headset: https://amzn.to/2M6jXUd

05:45 Sound absorption vs diffusion: https://youtu.be/VDCl-PysXLE

Sound absorbers: https://amzn.to/2X7phgB

06:00 Room booth see https://www.room.com

Standing desks in General Practice: https://youtu.be/dRK85laV_MQ?t=35

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website:

Digital Primary Care update- Care homes, vaccinations and social media.

Sat, 23 May 2020 15:30:00 +0100

Digital Primary Care update- Care homes, vaccinations, and social media.

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore digital primary care and a focus on care home work, social media use by practices, and more.

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Welcome and Eid Mubarak

Care homes and how to manage them, based on the article: http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/clinical/...

We talk about:

+ The Care home DES

+ The NHS England funding

+ How to arrange MDT meetings

+ Can economies of scale help?

+ The tech you may want to use

+ Fair share of patients vs geographic spread

+ How will the service be evaluated?

The best social media tool for General Practice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORkFF...

Free video to support immunisations and vaccinations at your practice: https://youtu.be/AiPI50ASFwY

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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The best social media tool for your medical practice

Sat, 23 May 2020 13:30:30 +0100

What tools can save you time with social media use for your medical practice? See my review of Publer - a great tool that saves me time and effort. Grab it here: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningPubler

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Signup to Publer for a lifetime deal here: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningPubler

Social media for GP Practices: https://youtu.be/wPYcd4no4rE

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Telephone consultations for your practice

Thu, 21 May 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Telephone consultations for your practice

How would you set up a telephone triage system at your practice? How can you make telephone consultations work for your practice? Find out here with Dr Toni Hazell in this comprehensive guide.

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In this episode, Dr Toni Hazell explains how her practice changed to use telephone consultations which have led to better patient engagement, satisfaction and clinician satisfaction, and workload control. Sounds too good to be true? Well after seven years her practice is still going strong.

Find out how in this episode.

Contact Dr Toni Hazell at https://www.tonihazell.com

Telephone Consultation tips for GPs and primary care: https://egplearning.co.uk/quick-telep...

01:10 Telephone triage journey

02:10 Audit your demand

03:40 The proposed system

07:15 Where telephone triage may not work

09:05 DrGandalf's telephone triage tip

09:40 Telephone triage with children

12:00 Telephone triage transition

15:20 10 mins for a face-to-face consultation?

Improve your productivity in General Practice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paTZy...

18:00 Telephone triage as a practice?

19:50 Improving the patient journey

21:00 Telephone triage vs signposting

22:35 Further exceptions to telephone triage

22:25 How does duty doctor work?

25:35 How real an issue is decision fatigue?

27:55 How to deal with urgency?

29:10 Top tips for documentation with telephone consultations

32:20 Managing late attendance

Online consultations made easy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBSJd...

35:35 Tips for telephone

Online consultations made easy for primary care

Sat, 16 May 2020 11:00:00 +0100

Online consultations made easy for primary care

Do online consultations scare you as a doctor? Do you want to know how to make it easy and simple and work? Watch here and join us as we show you how and some great case studies of how it can really help you and patients.

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In this guide, Dr Ross Dyer-Smith shares his knowledge about online consultations, his journey to create eConsult, and his top tips for you if you are looking at delivering online consultations for patients - including some controversial case studies that you just have to hear.

Dr Ross Dyer-Smith : https://twitter.com/dyersmith

02:22 Online consultations - the journey

04:30 How did eConsult start?

06:10 My first online consultation

06:50 How you will feel your first time doing an online consultation

08:10 Understand your online consultation system and patient flow

09:50 How safe is online consultations?

13:25 The patient online consultation journey

17:15 The clinician online consultation experience

18:30 Are online consultation just more work?

22:40 How are online consultations different from 111?

25:00 How can you deal with the patient list?

26:50 How do you close an online consultation?

28:25 Online consultation Golden tip 1

29:50 Online consultation Golden tip 2

35:50 Online consultation Golden tip 3

34:00 How to overcome digital literacy issues?

35:00 How to help non-English speaking patients with online consultation

38:00 Case studies for online consultation

39:00 Case study 1: Do you need to examine the patient?

40:55 Overcoming bureaucracy

43:40 Case study 2: utilising the medical records

47:35 Patient vs the condition in an online consultation

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5 quick tips to examine a patient by video consultation

Thu, 14 May 2020 18:00:00 +0100

5 quick tips to examine a patient by video consultation

Do you want to know my top 5 tips to help you examine a patient by video consultation? Watch them (and a bonus one) right here now

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If you are unsure about doing a physical examination by video consultation then watch this video in which I share my top 5 tips and a bonus one that will make conducting a physical exam by telemedicine easier.

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://youtu.be/1UivLSPDeZo

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

Telemedicine examinations: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Post lockdown eGPlearning Podblast update part 2

Sat, 09 May 2020 12:40:03 +0100

Post lockdown eGPlearning Podblast update part 2

Join Andy and Gandhi as they explore what primary care might look like after the coronavirus lockdown comes to an end in the UK.

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Life after Covid Part 2

Welcome

Continuing our conversation about how COVID has brought a lot of changes and innovations in a short period of time

Check out part 1 where we talked about demand management and total triage, patient behaviour and resilience and video consultations:

https://youtu.be/Z-klLCQ6ATU

Today we are going to talk about how more things might be changed by COVID...

+ Management of long term conditions

+ Working with colleagues in practice

+ Working with the wider MDT

+ And… how can we make changes stick

Live so - Engagement and Chat

+ Managing long term conditions

- 4 waves

- Online management… option

- Suppliers

- Apps from ORCHA etc: https://appfinder.orcha.co.uk/

- Issue of using multiple apps and channels in addition to NHS app?

- Not such an issue if interaction initiated by the practice?

- Single front door

+ Working with Colleagues

- Practice & PCN communications

- Loads of options… WhatsApp, Teams, Zoom

- Apps yes, but also the frequency of meetings - weekly pandemic PCN meetings, cell meetings...

- So many options and some improvisation in crisis - bit fragmented landscape

- What are you planning for practice and PCN for comms?

+ Wider MDT Comms and working

- Remote MDTs in care homes

- Community

- Increasing engage and reducing barriers

- Conversations around care home DES service

+ But will things really sticky

- What will go back to how it was before?

- Patient behavior?

- Inertia to change within NHS return?

- Deliberately and formally taking stock and planning path forward in your practices will help

How Facebook Live can help your medical practice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O43MZZuOlH0

News Article

UKs COVID contact tracing app:

https://www.ft.com/content/70b86cde-177b-4269-9657-daab6a60a9a5

Pomodoro Technique for Primary Care: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qv98Si9I4ZU

Pomodoro Timer for Primary Care: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTDsN_djoQQ

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivLSPDeZo

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

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Best phone holder for video consultations

Thu, 07 May 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Do you do video consultations with your phone as a doctor? Do you hold it?

WHY????

See the best phone holders for video consultations now.

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I cover the best phone holders for video consultations to be used by any clinician- as I cover the pros and cons of each including free, budget and professional options.

01:40 Prop it, don't drop it

02:05 Check if your phone stand does portrait

02:20 Angle stands

Ikea simple stand: https://amzn.to/2y8ovGB

Encozy phone amplifier: https://amzn.to/3faJtFm

Multi-angle plastic phone holder x3: https://amzn.to/2KQODsg

Gritin adjustable phone holder:https://amzn.to/2Ym1gDl

04:05 Smartphone/ camera tripod

Jumkeet mobile phone tripod stand: https://amzn.to/3c0nrmQ

05:10 Gooseneck stands

Tryone Gooseneck Tablet and phone holder: https://amzn.to/2zOZr7V

Tryone Gooseneck phone holder: https://amzn.to/2YqcZRo

Selfie light and holder: https://amzn.to/2zIzpmx

07:15 Recording rigs

Complete Rig with light, stand, and microphone: https://amzn.to/2W9lJZi

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL..

Analogue tips for surviving digital overload

Sat, 02 May 2020 14:40:36 +0100

Today Dr Andy Foster talks about his three top tips and principals to help people manage their COVID crisis induced digital overload.

This is a bit of a change of pace from our usual content… but maybe we all need think about how we are using technology from time to time.

Poor Webside Manner- and how to fix it.

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Poor Webside Manner- and how to fix it.

Poor webside manner?

What is it and how can you improve it? This video shows you how to improve your video consultation for telemedicine with patients.

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Poor webside manner is common, and it looks really, really bad.

This video shows you examples of bad webside manners and how to improve your webside manner, have better video consultations and be more professional when you as a doctor or clinician are doing telemedicine video consultations.

I also recommend a headset- this is the one I use: https://amzn.to/3cPrvGn

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Post Lockdown Digital Primary Care eGPlearning update 1

Sat, 25 Apr 2020 13:00:00 +0100

Post-Lockdown Digital Primary Care eGPlearning update 1

Join Andy and Gandhi for their fortnightly round-up of digital primary care resources and changes, especially in our COVID way of life as we talk about post-lockdown primary care.

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Disrupting the disruptor: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52366128

Shiny Minds app guide for NHS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE3jNNyOfsY

Shiny Minds app guide for Nottinghamshire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC8ocVleFc4

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivLSPDeZo

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Remote access for General Practice

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Do you need remote access to your systems to improve clinical care, provide practice resilience or just keep running? Join Dr Nick Grundy and I as we talk about Real VNC which can help you do this, and for free!

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With COVID and all the changes that have happened, the ability to remotely access your clinical system can provide effective practice management, provide better patient and staff safety and enable resilience in your practice.

But many areas are limited by how quickly this can be enabled. In this episode, we talk with Dr Nicholas Grundy (current chair of GPSurvival and Richmond GP alliance) about using Real VNC to enable remote access to his practice.

Neither of us work or are affiliated with Real VNC.

We cover:

Why his practice and area struggled to get access

How he went about testing solutions and found Real VNC

How Real VNC works

Logistic and security measures to be safe

Cost of the system and how to get it for free

Try Real VNC for free here: https://www.realvnc.com/en/connect/trial/

Croydon GP collective guide to installing and using Real VNC: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kERWea9hAYk8wdOrpFIeKvxtYIvayYIh/view

Richmond GP alliance installation guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16HFjtnXhVgHSSeqtIoEbb3SWMosUpkmD/view

Installing Real VNC managers guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_m91x8iFbtGsU_1WcG0wXQg8WCpn8XYM/view

Both Nick and I are part of GPSurvival- support us here: https://bit.ly/supportGPSurvival

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivLSPDeZo

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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How to be healthy in Ramadan in 2020

Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:30:32 +0100

How to be healthy in Ramadan while fasting in 2020- a resource for patients and clinicians

With Ramadan starting in a few days this video is a simple guide of how to keep healthy during Ramadan especially during our lockdown period due to cororonavirus

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For more information see this webpage: https://egplearning.co.uk/how-to-be-healthy-in-ramadan-in-2020/

Ramadan is here and particularly in the UK, each fast is about 17 hours and especially during our coronavirus lockdown. Fasting can have a physical and emotional toll on the human body. As a result, it is worth covering the common conditions that affect people during this time and how to keep healthy in Ramadan in 2020. This information is not for religious purposes.

This information is available here as a PDF for easy sharing: https://www.dropbox.com/s/wu4koq9zbohseup/How%20to%20be%20healthy%20when%20fasting%20in%20Ramadan.pdf?dl=0

Coronavirus advice

Medically it is not advised to fast if you are symptomatic. This can lead to significant risks to your personal health. If you feel you should fast while being symptomatic please discuss with you local imam - however, this is not medically recommended.

Please do not congregate outside of your own household and use tools like Zoom or Houseparty to keep in touch with friends and family.

What to expect:

Firstly only fast if you feel able to. Several groups of people are recognised to be exempt from fasting. These include those:

✳️ with an illness like coronavirus

✳️ who are traveling

✳️ who are young (before puberty) or of old age

✳️ who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Because of the long time between starting the fast at sihori (suhoor/sunrise) and iftaar (sunset) in the UK, the fasting time of Ramadan can be a challenging 30 days of 17-hour fasts. If we have a hot summer this can make the fasting more difficult. Under coronavirus lockdown, this can be even more challenging.

The first couple of days are difficult due to adapting to the lack of fluid and food. Often, after a few days, the body becomes used to this and sleep deprivation is often a greater challenge. Ensure appropriate rest to tackle this, see below for tips.

Regarding work, explore with your employer alternate working patterns or use of leave if you are struggling. See our link on home working tips for more information.

You should NOT see your GP for a fit note in this circumstance as fasting is not a medical sickness condition.

For more information see this webpage: https://egplearning.co.uk/how-to-be-healthy-in-ramadan-in-2020/

Send your GP a photo with accuRx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFbLbfsjpqk

Have a video consultation with your doctor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DI2rvhcAaIw&t=1s

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👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearnin

Send documents to patients by text with AccuRx

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Learn how to send documents to patients like med3 (fit notes), pathology forms and more using accuRx.

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Timestamps:

00:50 Send med3 (fit note) to patients electronically

03:35 Add your signature electronically to a med3

05:30 Sending med3 or documents to patients with accuRx

06:30 What the med3/document looks like from the patient perspective

06:55 Send a pathology form to patients electronically

Using accuRx playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

AccuRx photo for your practice: https://youtu.be/kPkkeCboQlY

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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eGPLearning News and Updates 11 April 2020 CORVID Hubs& Tech

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 20:44:08 +0100

Join Andy and Gandhi as they talk about the rapidly COVID evolving world and digital primary care. Our hubs are up and running and we share our experience and ideas.

Links 🔽

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🔴 Gandhi's Clinical Management Centre walkthrough: https://youtu.be/HCO0gkZEH3w

News: Babylon and other tech companies ask for bailouts: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology...

Babylon expansion into Canada: https://www.jacobinmag.com/2020/03/co...

COVID Resources: Primary Care Pathways website: http://primarycarepathways.co.uk/covid19

Primary Care knowledge Boosts Podcast: https://primarycareknowledgeboost.pod...

NB Medical COVID podcasts: https://www.nbmedical.com/NBPodcasts

Red Whale GP update Remote consultations: https://www.gp-update.co.uk/webinars

ORCHA COVID app library: https://covid19.orcha.co.uk

Freebies: EE unlimited data for NHS workers: https://ee.co.uk/nhs-unlimited-data-a...

Playlists: Using Zoom: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

Using SystmOne: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

Using AccuRx: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

⭐Star posts⭐: Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UivL...

How to register with the NHS app: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4?t=65

Can FebriDx confirm which infection you have?

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Can FebriDx confirm which infection you have?

Lots of point of testing CRP kits exist to help tell you if a patient has a bacterial or viral infection. Watch here to see if FebriDx can confirm which infection you have and its use in General Practice.

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Declaration - I was provided this equipment for free but have not financial stake in the company and have not been paid to make this video.

In this episode:

01:30 FebriDx - point of test kit

02:00 The FebriDx device

02:27 How to use the FebriDx : please note you do not need to press the button to use the lancet it does fire on pressing on to the finger.

04:10 Interpreting the FebriDx

05:02 How to use FebriDx in General Practice

06:55 The negatives of the FebriDx device

07:50 What effect has the FebriDx had?

09:00 Would I use the FebriDx?

FebriDx website: https://www.febridx.com/#introduction

FebriDx data: https://www.febridx.com/the-science

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Schedule a Zoom meeting by phone

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0100

Schedule a Zoom meeting by phoneUse a phone to schedule zoom meetings:

Learn how to schedule zoom meetings from your phone quickly and effectively with this tutorial in 5 minutes.

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Streamline your GP electronic medical records process with eMR

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Streamline your GP electronic medical records process with eMR

Save your practice time, workload and money at the same time? Can EMR by Medi2Data help do this for you by streamlining your electronic medical records process for SARs and insurance reports? Lets see...

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01:40 What is eMR?

03:50 How can eMR help with remote working? if interested contact emr@medi2data.com

05:10 How can eMR help manage SARs (subject access requests)

12:50 How does redaction work in eMR?

21:00 What does the patient experience?

23:15 What are the benefits of eMR for SARs?

25:30 How does eMR help with reports?

34:20 How are fees streamlined in eMR?

36:20 Finance vs workload- consider the balance

38:30 eGPlearner questions answered

38:50 How would a practice process a request?

44:10 Which systems does eMR work on?

45:55 What is the data governance like?

47:20 How does eMR deal with physical notes?

48:00 How can PCNs use eMR?

49:10 How is Medi2data helping with COVID?

Contact Richard at medi2data.com or emr@medi2data.com

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Respiratory exam by video consultation

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0100

Respiratory exam by video consultation

Learn how you can do a respiratory examination by video consultation for coronavirus or other respiratory conditions.

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Similar aspects as in medical school of:

01:09 Look - inspect the patient

02:10 Listen to the patient

02:55 Expose the patient?

04:00 Additional tests

04:40 Check the pulse

06:55 Check the respiratory rate

07:15 The Roth score

08:15 Use patient equipment

10:00 Documentation

10:25 Look, listen, expose, additional tests.

⭐Star posts⭐:

Quick video consultation skills for doctors: https://youtu.be/1UivLSPDeZo

The Roth score - 8-second breathing test: https://youtu.be/haS9iVDKblc

Assessing coronavirus by video consultation the evidence with Dr Trisha Greenhalgh: https://youtu.be/XlNtWaA6FZs

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

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Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

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GP Training during COVID19 - Ask Jeeves

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:00:00 +0100

GP Training during COVID19 - Ask Jeeves

Do you want to know about the challenges and opportunities for GP trainees during COVID19? Hear from Dr Jeeves Wijesuriya on the matter.

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00:20 Who is Jeeves Wijesuriya?

01:40 Current GP training during COVID19

03:20 How has GP training changed?

Assessing coronavirus by video consultation the evidence with Dr Trisha Greenhalgh: https://youtu.be/XlNtWaA6FZs

07:10 Tips for GP trainees during COVID19

Quick telephone consultation tips for primary care: https://egplearning.co.uk/quick-telephone-consultation-tips-for-primary-care/

Quick video consultation skills for Doctors: https://youtu.be/1UivLSPDeZo

How to use MS teams for General Practice: https://youtu.be/ZhWoaZqyySU

08:40 Managing things outside GP

09:30 GP assessments during COVID

13:10 Training opportunities currently

15:35 Trainee wellbeing during COVID19

Top tips for remote working at home for GPs: https://egplearning.co.uk/top-tips-for-remote-working-at-home-for-gps/

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Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

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eGPLearning News and Updates 28 March 2020 Coronavirus & Tech

Sat, 28 Mar 2020 19:35:00 +0000

COVID planning is in full force and we cover the latest in digital primary care for our eGPlearning Podblast update.

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🔴 Dipesh Gopals amazing Coronavirus guide for clinicians: https://medium.com/@dipeshgopal/prima...

Primary Care pathways dashboard: http://primarycarepathways.co.uk/covid19

Quick consultation skills for doctors: https://youtu.be/1UivLSPDeZo

Roth score explained: https://youtu.be/haS9iVDKblc

How to use MS teams in General Practice: https://youtu.be/ZhWoaZqyySU

GP training during COVID: https://youtu.be/e5-NaTzXeK8

⭐Star posts⭐: 👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice

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How to use MS Teams for General Practice- a full guide.

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 18:00:00 +0000

How can you get the most out of MS Teams when working in Primary Care and the NHS? Watch this walkthrough guide with all the tips you need

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Join Andy, Gandhi, and Matt as we show you how to use MS Teams as a GP for your practice team or primary care network.

In this episode:

How to Register with MS Teams: https://youtu.be/JcBgVzzfVNQ

00:35 How to join a team

08:55 How to create a team

02:50 Files storage and collaborative document workflow

05:15 How to use the wiki function

06:10 Adding apps and websites to your teams

09:00 How to create a team for NHS workers in MS Teams

12:40 The different tools available

12:45 Chat vs Teams - what is the difference?

13:10 What are channels?

14:10 The calls function and video calling

14:30 What is the files section?

14:50 Teams vs Channels - what is the difference for primary care?

16:45 How do I tag someone and why is it important?

20:00 Notifications

21:55 Video calling in MS Teams

23:40 Outlook vs MS Teams Calendar

25:00 The command bar - super users look here.

25:55 The Planner function and how to use it

Contact Matt: https://twitter.com/mattbeddoe

⭐Star posts⭐:

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Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

Zoom for Primary Care and GPs: https://youtu.be/UWPd2Dsr5kI

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Understanding the hype cycle for primary care technology

Sat, 21 Mar 2020 11:47:25 +0000

Today will talk about the hype cycle for primary care

What is the hype cycle?

A graphical representation of the maturity and adoption of trends or technologies
Model developed by Gartner https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gartner a US research and advisory firm. It is branded, they sell reports and analysis to industry. Thanks for the concept Gartner.

Why might this be useful?

Useful as a way of conceptualising
- How technologies go through the journey from discovery to mainstream use
- Recognising that hype does not always equate to real utility
- Understanding that many technologies don’t make it to mainstream adoption
- And that even those that will will have a period of reduced interest
- Main application in timing your own or your organisations adoption of a technology and reducing the risks when you choose to embrace an innovation

We are going to create the eGPLearning 2020 Primary Care Health Technology Hype Curve

Quick video consultation skills for doctors

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:05:00 +0000

Quick video consultation skills for doctors

Do you want to know quick tips to make video consultations as a doctor easier, safer and better with patients? I cover that and more in this episode.

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Get ready for some key information on making video consultations quicker, easier and safer.

01:24 When could you do a video consultation?

02:11 When should you not do a video consultation?

04:14 Best webcam for video consultations: https://youtu.be/4IyM3e24ffk

06:35 Key tips before doing a video consultation

08:55 Key skills during a video consultation

13:30 eGPlearning Support pack: https://egplearning.co.uk/support-pack

16:25 Key skills ending a video consultation

Top 5 tips for video consultations: https://youtu.be/MxIDHfHwDU0

Online consultation tips for patients: https://youtu.be/SmV_hWzSpTg

Have a video consultation with your doctor: https://youtu.be/DI2rvhcAaIw

Assessing coronavirus by video consultation the evidence with Dr Trisha Greenhalgh: https://youtu.be/XlNtWaA6FZs

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Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

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Assessing Coronavirus by Video consultation- the evidence with Dr Trisha Greenhalgh

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Assessing Coronavirus by Video consultation- the evidence with Dr Trisha Greenhalgh

Do you want to hear the evidence and reassurance for acute video consultations with Dr Trisha Greenhalgh in our current coronavirus outbreak? Then join us.

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Video consultation guide for practice by Dr Trisha Greenhalgh: https://twitter.com/trishgreenhalgh/s...

Oxford COVID resources: https://www.cebm.net/oxford-covid-19/

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The evidence for video consultations in Primary care: https://youtu.be/sres0iCHIw4

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

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Digital primary care update 14.3.20 - Coronavirus special

Sat, 14 Mar 2020 20:07:34 +0000

Coronavirus tech support, telephone and video consultation tips for your Digital Primary Care update by the eGPlearning Podblast team of Andy and Gandhi.

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Simple video consultation skills for doctors: Monday 16th March 8pm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8PccszVoyk

NHS X Information Governance update: https://www.nhsx.nhs.uk/key-information-and-tools/information-governance-guidance

RCGP resources:https://www.rcgp.org.uk/policy/rcgp-policy-areas/covid-19-coronavirus.aspx

Resources to help with telephone and video consultations.

Quick telephone consultation tips: https://egplearning.co.uk/quick-telephone-consultation-tips-for-primary-care/

Which webcam do you need for video consultations: https://youtu.be/4IyM3e24ffk

Video consultation tips for GPs: https://youtu.be/MxIDHfHwDU0

TPP SystmOne Airmed video consultation demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fvnx6tDo1nk&feature=youtu.be

TPP SystmOne Airmed NHS login for patients: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3djIAPwmIRk&feature=youtu.be

How to use AccuRx video in under 5 minutes: https://youtu.be/aryAqMqdHg0

Zoom Masterclass for your practice: https://youtu.be/UWPd2Dsr5kI

⭐Star posts⭐:

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Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

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Best webcam for video consultations

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Best equipment for video consultations in General Practice

Do you want to know the best equipment for video consultations in primary care and General Practice?

This blog will show you webcams, microphones and more than you may want to consider. This does contain affiliate links but all the products shown I have tried and tested unless mentioned.

Best Webcam for video consultations

With more clinicians and patients looking towards video consultations, having the right tools is key.

Best webcams for video consultations in GP

In this episode, I review three common webcams and show you which options are best, compared with using an in-built webcam.

I review the Logitech C920 HD, Logitech C270 and the Dericam.

Logitech C920 HD Logitech C920HD

Many eGPlearners will know of my love of this webcam. It shoots in high-quality HD, is simple to use, has good audio and great autofocus. It also is a great option to use for video conferencing so it can double up effectively. It is the most expensive of the three and this may be an issue to some, but being able to use it on a separate stand and get with privacy covers (although often cheaper if bought separately) it is hard not to like this webcam and is my recommended webcam for video consultations.

Logitech C270

I must admit I was pleasantly surprised by this webcam. It is easily the best budget option with great audio. The camera doesn’t shoot in full HD, but this may not be an issue for many. The lack of stand attachment is an issue for me because of my preference of how I use my webcams when consulting but if this is not for you then it is the best budget webcam for video consultations in my view.

Dericam

I want to like the dericam. A webcam the cost of the C270 but the capabilities of the C920 HD. However, for video consultations, I find the dericam falls short of the C270. The wide-angle lens is better suited to video conferencing, and unfortunately, the in-built audio is not the best, but if you want a webcam that does the job it is often the cheapest available for the job.

Other webcams

Other webcams you may want to consider, are the Logitech Brio and the B525.

The Brio is the market leader in quality and cost and shoots in 4k definition. I would easily argue this is unnecessary for video consultations and would not recommend it unless you had the money to burn. The B525 may seem more sensible and its swivel head and business credentials make it attractive. However, it shoots at the same definition as the C270 and is double the cost just for a swivel head. I would not recommend the cost and would argue at that level the C920 HD is the better option.

Stands

Having a separate stand is a must in my view for webcam placement. I must admit I recommend a simple desk stand like this octopus one that I use. It is the perfect height for mid-screen placement and does the job. My switchpod I use more for video conferencing as the height is useful.

Microphones:

I do recommend if able, to have a separate microphone than the webcam. This just improves the audio significantly. Here are some excellent options which I will be reviewing shortly.

Tonor desktop microphone: https://amzn.to/2TSaKCK

Blue Snowball:

Portfolio working as a GP with Dr James Waldron

Sat, 07 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Learn about portfolio working as a GP with Dr James Waldron who is a former GP Fellow, and now a portfolio GP - working 4 days in practice and 6 days in various roles including with the Nottinghamshire LMC's Phoenix Program and Nottinghamshire Alliance of Training Hubs.

James is even beginning to develop an app.

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Dr Andy Foster interviews James about his journey and roles.

How useful James found a fellowship

Phoenix Program - https://www.phoenixprogramme.co.uk/

Nottinghamshire Alliance of Training Hubs - https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/training-hubs/east-midlands

RCGP First5 Lead - https://www.rcgp.org.uk/first5

GP at www.ParksideMedicalPractice.co.uk

Twitter

Dr James Waldron - @JammiestDodgers

Dr Andy Foster - @DrAWFoster

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⭐Star posts⭐:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks:

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🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

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AccuRx for your GP practice

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Do you want to learn more about AccuRx - the software to help practices communicate better with patients via text message and save yourself time, workload and increase income- of course so watch here with our walkthrough with Ben Spiro of AccuRx.

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In this episode, Ben Spiro of AccuRX shows us what AccuRx is, how it works, why it is so easy to use and how it can save you time and earn a practice more income while providing better patient communication.

Oh, and it is free for the basic part!

Here is what we cover:

01:40 What is AccuRx?

02:35 What is Florey?

04:14 How does direct SMS work?

05:40 DrGandalf's tips and templates

08:20 Is AccuRx really free?

09:10 What is Pathways?

09:56 Sort your QoF QI -and reduce your workload and improve your safety with patients.

11:10 What about GDPR- is AccuRx compliant? more details: https://www.accurx.com/gdpr-questions

13:00 AccuRx or MJOG- what is the difference?

14:04 What is the future of AccuRx?

15:12 What is the cost of AccuRx + or the premium version?

17:25 Where is the best place to keep the AccuRx tab? What do you think- leave a comment below!

Links:

AccuRx youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrLJDyngP4p0G0JtgEoT66Q

I have no financial affiliates with AccuRx- I am just a massive fan.

⭐Star posts⭐:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks:

👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/ 👍🏼

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/disclaimer/

Digital Primary Care update by eGPlearning Podblast 29th Feb 2020

Sat, 29 Feb 2020 16:02:59 +0000

Your Digital Primary Care update by the eGPlearning Podblast team of Andy and Gandhi. 🔴 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningYTsubscribe 🔴 Sign up to Health Innovation East Midlands 26th March 6pm at Antenna Nottingham : https://bit.ly/healthinnovationem3 AccuRx live demo Wed 1030 S1 FBUG - must join S1 FBUG but will be the upcoming episode for eGPlearning https://www.facebook.com/groups/37423... S1 FBUG conference in Sept - headline the date. Digital Primary care updates: NHS England seeks a national approach to digitising Lloyd George records https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2020/02/16/n... Boots to trial Doctor Care Anywhere digital prescription service https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2020/02/24/b... How to register with the NHS app video: https://youtu.be/4nRhmJ_tlI4 Podcasts of the week Gandhi - Primary Care knowledge boosts on antibiotic use https://primarycareknowledgeboost.pod... When should I worry video: https://youtu.be/NbmIzcPO-48 Andy - HBR After Hours - Leadership, business, management podcast - talking about Coronavirus from an economic perspective https://hbr.org/podcast/2020/02/coron... ⭐Star posts⭐: 👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw Website: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d... Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning. 🔴 Subscribe: https://egplearning.co.uk/s

How Facebook Live can help your medical practice

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 18:00:00 +0000

How Facebook Live can help your medical practice

Do you want to know how to build a community around your practice or network that may improve workload and morale? Consider Facebook Live as shown in this episode.

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#facebookLive #FacebookforDoctors #FacebookLiveforMedicine

In this episode, I interview Simon Elcock, business manager of Library House Surgery and creator of the Health Stream Toolkit :

06:34 How do you use social media safely with patients?

08:42 How would you start using Facebook Live as a practice?

09:30 Mounting a mobile phone:

Simple phone mount (about £6):

Ulanzi Rig (DrGandalf's choice about £12) -

Stand simple (about £10):

Larger stand (about £30):

10:10 Which webcam to use - Logitech C920HD :

12:30 Better audio with boundary microphones:

Simple (about £18):

Blue Yeti (DrGandalf's choice about £80-100):

13.44 What benefit will Facebook Live give my practice?

17:30 Any tips to get started?

22:26 Creating reusable content

25:03 Using Facebook Live for Primary Care Networks (PCNs)

26:44 What is next for Library House Surgery and Facebook Live

For further support see the Health Stream Toolkit: https://www.healthstreamtoolkit.org/

⭐Star posts⭐:

👍 Set up your practice Facebook page - a walk-through tutorial 📄 see here:

📄 Facebook group or pages for your GP practice? 🧑🏾‍🤝‍🧑🏼 see here:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s Top medical equipment for General practice 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here:

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks:

👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/ 👍🏼

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/disclaimer/

Starting a podcast with Dr Haider Al-Hakim

Sat, 22 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Do you want to hear how it feels to start a podcast as a doctor? I speak with Dr Haider Al-Hakim of the Surgical Spirit podcast to hear his journey and lessons he has learned.

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Subscribe to the Surgical spirit podcast here: https://www.thethirdeyedoctor.co.uk/surgical-spirit-podcast/

04:07 What is your why?

09:49 Speaking with Miss England: Dr Bhansha Mukhejee https://www.thethirdeyedoctor.co.uk/surgical-spirit-dr-bhasha-mukherjee/

10:55 Most memorable podcast episode? Disco dough: https://www.thethirdeyedoctor.co.uk/surgical-spirit-21-shonette-bason/

13:55 Joe Rogan and Elon Musk

15:00 How hard is podcasting?

19:40 Shared lessons on podcasting

22:40 Do not wait for perfection to start podcasting

23:55 Favourite app

25:10 How to use LinkedIn as a doctor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32VbkQVEWn0

25:20 How would you spend £100m on health tech and no red tape?

26:30 Contact the Surgical Spirit Podcast: https://www.thethirdeyedoctor.co.uk/surgical-spirit-podcast/

⭐Top posts⭐:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:

https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks:

👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/ 👍🏼

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/disclaimer/

Facebook group or pages for your GP practice?

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Facebook group or pages for your GP practice?

Do you know whether to use a Facebook Group or Facebook Pages for your GP or medical practice to engage with patients or others?

Watch this video as I highlight the pros and cons of both to help you decide.

⭐Top posts⭐:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:

Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching- a guide

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks:

👍 Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/ 👍🏼

🐦 Twitter -- https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦

🐦 Twitter -- https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website -- https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/disclaimer/

Primary Care network DES specification and GP Contract review 2020

Sat, 15 Feb 2020 16:38:33 +0000

What are your thoughts on the new PCN DES specification and GP contract? Andy and Gandhi review the whole document LIVE for you as part of the eGPlearning Podblast relaunch.

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🔴 ⭐Related posts⭐:

Primary Care Network Service Specification review 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1qwy...
Improving the Primary Care Network DES Service Specification: https://youtu.be/knBA1PWHFzs
PCN clinical director playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
eGPlearning PCN funding guide 2020/2021: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningPCNfundingg...
S1 FBUG conference survey: https://bit.ly/2Strroc

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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🔴 Other networks:

👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/ 👍🏼
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦
🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦
🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️
💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning

💷 Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/dis...

Set up your GP practice Facebook page

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Set up your GP practice Facebook page - a walkthrough tutorial

Do you know how to set up a Facebook page for your GP practice? This video is a walkthrough guide looking at all the relevant settings for a GP practice to start using Facebook.

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#FacebookForGP #SocialMediaforGeneralPractice #SoMeDocs

In this episode, I will show you how to set up your GP practice Facebook page.

This includes what media you need and the relevant dimensions, with resources to save you time.

Snappa: https://snappa.com?afmc=2ae

I will then show you which settings you must take notice of and adjust, and how to use the settings to save you time.

⭐Top posts⭐:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:

https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks:

👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/ 👍🏼

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/disclaimer/

eGPlearning Podblast update 2020

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 19:00:00 +0000

Our short, but big announcement on the future of the eGPlearning Podblast based on your feedback from our survey.

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Tune in for our first episode here: https://youtu.be/tHq1faRABrw

Free tools to start podcasting or vlogging for clinicians

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Free tools to start podcasting or vlogging for clinicians

Starting a podcast or vlog can seem daunting and many people struggle to know how to start. So let us show you, with tips specifically for doctors, clinicians, and other health care workers or anyone who wants to just press start....

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#startpodcastingforfree #freetoolstostartpodcasting #PodcastAsADcotor

We both create content and have started doing more with our PCN work.

We have been creating content for PCN colleagues, PCN stakeholders, practices…

The more healthcare workers making use of new communication methods the better.

Vlog / podcast and communicate with each other and patients in this way.

This episode we will take you through simple and free tools to start your own podcast or vlog.

Social media for your GP practice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPYcd4no4rE

Take you through some free and low-cost tools… And talk a bit about our journey

Before you start

Purpose and vision - why would people listen?

Community? - we aim to serve Primary Care Health Tech Community

Solo or with someone else?

Ideas for content

Format of episode

Organising

Capturing ideas, planning, scripting, and collaboration

Google drive, calendar and WhatsApp

HM- One drive

Recording

The simple microphone set up, none - use your phone, Tonor lapel mic, Boya - https://amzn.to/2mfUNcz

Blue Yeti - https://amzn.to/2nOYwOV

USB vs XLR mics, booms and rodecaster pro - https://amzn.to/2PCICTq

Zoom - records audio and video, really easy - https://bit.ly/eGPlearningZoom

Used Skype and CallRecorder

AWF - iPhone - good for audio video capture togetherness, lightning to USB allows use of USB mics, Clip-on lenses can be cool - wide-angle…

Gandhi - cables and connectors

Processing:

Audio:

Audacity https://www.audacityteam.org/

Video:

iMovie

Windows movie maker or Film

Da Vinci resolve: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/uk/products/davinciresolve/

Filmora- https://filmora.wondershare.net/video-editor/

Mobile video -

Gandhi - Inshot

Andy LumaFusion £20 - iOS ecosystem, airdrop etc.

Graphic creation:

Free:

Gandhi - Canva - https://www.canva.com/join/mood-straw-survey

Andy - Pixel Mater

Distribution:

Platforms

Anchor: https://anchor.fm/

YouTube

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

Podcasting platforms

iTunes

Spotify

HM - Podbean - https://www.podbean.com/eGPlearningPBhost

Tools:

As above

Tweetdeck for free Tweet scheduling

Andy: Buffer: https://buffer.com/

Gandhi:

Publbox - https://bit.ly/egplearningpublbox

Crowdfire - https://crowdfire.grsm.io/hussaingandhi3090

How to use Social media for GP practices

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Do you know how to use social media as a GP practice?

In this talk as part of the Notts LMC conference, I show you how using social media can save your practice, time, effort and workload when done well.

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For full notes see: https://egplearning.co.uk/social-media-for-general-practices/

For social media guidance see the video here on pre-SCRIBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vh1uOCFGkTk

For top tips for using social media as a practice see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTfcbBWBaHg

The above includes links to our social media policy for patients.

⭐Top posts⭐: 👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸: https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks: 👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/ 👍🏼

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/egplearning 🐦

🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/disclaimer/

Financial advice for doctors and GPs

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Do you want financial advice as a doctor or GP but struggle where to look. Learn about tax rebates, pensions, mortgages, and sound financial planning as a GP or doctor.

This episode is created with Medics Money and sponsored by the GP Task Force Derbyshire - providing wrap-around support for Derbyshire General Practice.

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#FinancialAdviceforDoctors #NHSpension #GPFinancialAdvice

This episode is a discussion between myself and Guy Roper - an independent Financial advisor (IFA) from Sunrise Independent Financial Advisers and Tommy Perkins of Medics Money about how to manage your finances and where to look for help.

We cover:

03:10 Claim you tax rebates link to guide: see link below

03:50 Sort out your tax code - Further guides on Medicsmoney.co.uk

04:50 Tax supported childcare and advice from https://childcarechoices.gov.uk

05:50 Money advice for GPs - https://youtu.be/XhCE8xZlFmI

07:00 Mileage and how to make it less complicated

08:00 Keep records

08:40 A simple guide to the NHS pension 😆

12:00 Pension advice for GPs - https://youtu.be/41lnbRrASHA

12:30 Should in stay in the NHS pension

15:10 What is an IFA?

16:20 How do you evaluate who is a good IFA?

20:20 What should I take to my first meeting with an IFA?

21:55 How much would an IFA cost?

22:40 How can I get a mortgage as a GP?

25:20 Key tips from an IFA for GPs

26:40 Clean up your outgoings - see our GP budget tool for help

27:40 Financial planning to save money

29:40 How to manage portfolio working and your finances.

31:20 Do you need an accountant? - YES!

Find Guy here, or at Medics Money

Use this link to see how to claim your tax rebate

And here is a complete guide to Mortgages for GPs

Thank you to the GP Taskforce - providing wrap-around care for General Practice, for sponsoring this video and see our other content sponsored by them specifically for newly qualified GPs.

Also thank you to Medics Money for their advice, check them out at Medics Money.

⭐Top posts⭐:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:

https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Other networks:

👍 Facebook

Online meetings made easy in Primary Care

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Online meetings made easy in Primary Care

Course: https://mailchi.mp/91c7c41991ed/videoconferenceprecourse

Why have online meetings

Transport / distance
Time
Remote/home working
Disability

Types of meeting

Online
Hybrid
F2F

Advantages

Obvious -- cuts out travel time and parking -- but these can be big issues
Increases attendance, reduces the cost
People can watch the recording if they couldn’t come -- don’t even need to be available at the time of the meeting
Actually superior experience in some aspects -- can hear well, shared screen for content, slides, cocreation in documents -- these don’t need to be big meetings…
Sometimes you are enhancing or replacing a big meeting.
But can replace smaller meetings and telephone calls

What equipment do you need for an online meeting? Online Meetings for Primary Care

You can start and host a meeting with just your laptop with webcam or tablet

If you just want to get started and give it a try. But if you want to run an effective hybrid meeting:

Host

Space -- regular or ad hoc
Online meeting system: Zoom -- https://bit.ly/eGPlearningZoom
Data -- 2gb broadband minimum 3G
Laptop/ desktop ideal:
- Processor: minimum with 1ghz processor (however I would recommend at least an i3 2 ghz processor or higher)
- Memory: 2gb ram minimum 4gb ram ideal or more.
- Hard drive space: If you want to record your meetings then you will need approximately 1gb hard drive space per hour of meeting time recorded.
Webcam
- Logitech C920HD- https://amzn.to/2m7y7vd
- Owl meeting hub: https://amzn.to/2RlxKcZ
Microphone
- Omnidirectional: https://amzn.to/2m7wGwP
- Blue Yeti Microphone: https://amzn.to/2nOYwOV
Projector or TV
Speaker
- Beetron: https://amzn.to/2slrqbB
- Anker Soundcore 2: https://amzn.to/30LXItm
Stands
- Gorilla pod- https://amzn.to/2OmDpOz
- Manfrotto tripod: https://amzn.to/2n7sVHQ
- Switchpod: http://bit.ly/2RFche6
Connectors
- USB 3.0 multiport: https://amzn.to/2n9f7MY
- Hdmi
- Usb cables: https://amzn.to/2nJvWhC
- Mini display port: https://amzn.to/2IVJE8Q

Attendee

Smartphone or tablet
Headphones

Course: https://mailchi.mp/91c7c41991ed/videoconferenceprecourse

Other rolesChair

Keep timing of the meeting,
Agenda
Coordinates people in the meeting room.

Coordinator

Ensures the tech works
Screen share
Coordinates online attendees -- hands up!
Chat

Recorder

Keeps minutes -- separate or on screen
Action log

Checklist: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FUo18oEnft1AcSj2lQ5xAox-a10S70vv/view?usp=sharing

EtiquetteBefore

Switch off distractions, notice

Improving the Primary Care Network DES service specification

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 21:28:15 +0000

Improving the Primary Care Network DES service specification

How to improve the PCN DES

Welcome, please comment and I will try an answer

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Check out my original review where I went through the DES: here--https://youtu.be/K1qwyxt63f0

Declaration - I am not involved in the negotiations. I am Nottingham City East PCN Clinical director but these are my own thoughts. For some backstory in 2015 I wrote a further Blueprint for Primary care : https://egplearning.co.uk/a-further-blueprint-for-primary-care/ with a colleague as Jeremy Hunt launched the five year forward view. Some of these aims have been achieved (indemnity) but much can still be done.

How to improve the DES- I will talk firstly about general changes and the headline points. Then each specification in turn with my more innovative (controversial) ideas at the end.

Ethos

The release time of the specification has caused a lot of frustration. Even more so in the first webinar where little engagement was offered, just reading the spec. This led in part to one CD resigning live. NHSE doing an open consultation on the draft is a good thing. Feigning listening is not.

At points, the specification makes reference to evidence. In particular vanguard projects. However, it neglects to mention that vanguard projects have had significant higher levels of funding for each aspect and therefore converting this to specifications for networks to follow is a fallacy.

You cant use a recipe that feeds four people that costs £10 and say provide the same meal for £2 all the time - even with using foodbanks.

The original outline of the DES was to stabilise primary care. This draft does not do this but further destabilises it by utilising the additional roles above the capacity of work the can create and negates the fact networks will be part funding them. This was a poor way to show that NHSE/I was listening to the needs of general practice. Many comment the draft is intentionally too far to the right to allow any softening to be accepted as better than the original. This is a sceptics dream.

For this process to work- show General Practice that NHSE is truly listening. Much of this has been done amazingly by Dr Nikki Kanani and I do not envy her position. I am mindful of do not shoot the messenger being very apt here.

Lets move on. The following is a combination of my views and those from the various forums I engage in.

Trust

General practice. If I had control I would keep existing structures that could help foster better collaborative working and simply offer the resources to networks to use for their local area.

General Practice has proved to be the most cost-effective method of delivering healthcare currently doing 90% of the NHS workload for less than 9% of the funding. Trust the networks to deliver primary care with the simple metric of improving the health of the network population.

Ideally to the global sum but is not then to the networks directly to use as they seem fit to provide roles or services for better patient care along them 5 categories as best for their population.

However, we do not live in a world of trust despite GPs consistently being the most trusted role in the country.

So if working towards the confines of adjusting the existing DES and its specification let us have a look.

Worth looking at the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire LMC

eGPlearning update

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 09:59:16 +0000

A quick update for the #eGPlearners on the releases of the @egplearning content for the next few weeks.How to improve the #PCN DES - https://youtu.be/knBA1PWHFzsOnline meetings made easy in #PrimaryCare - https://youtu.be/a62XTayLIX8#digitalPrimaryCare #primarycarenetworks #htnweek

eGPlearning Podblast Review 2019

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 17:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we will be looking forward to 2020 and what health technology and eGPlearning PodBlast will be bringing to the world, and our survey: https://bit.ly/podblastsurvey19 ....

eGPlearning Podblast 2019 Review and Looking forward to 2020

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

We looked back and reminisced in our Xmas episode with Ben Gowland of The General Practice Podcast - friend of the podblast: https://egplearning.co.uk/primary-care-networks-in-2019-a-review-with-the-general-practice-podcasts-ben-gowland/

Now looking to the future.

A word about our partners - HTN, The Health Technology Newspaper, your daily dose of news for the health tech community, join us for HTN digital Week on 23.1.20: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a62XTayLIX8

Changes over the last year

PCNs

Event Speaking

Video Conferencing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a62XTayLIX8

Digital GP Fellowship:

Using the new practice website and video

Changes and highlights with eGPlearning Podblast in 2019

Great Guests :

Nikki Kanani of NHS England: https://youtu.be/fynHxaebnSo

Liz Ashel-Payne of ORCHA: https://youtu.be/Ou2HKPJ2He4

Changes behind the scenes - Learnt lessons

Tried to improve quality

Found a regular base, experimenting with audio-video capture - new equipment!!!!

Experimenting with episode format - different types of episode

Survey - Help us shape our style, format, and content by completing the listening survey

Survey: https://bit.ly/podblastsurvey19

🏆 eGPlearning Podblast Awards 2019 🏆

📳 Innovative tech company 📳

🏆 ORCHA sign up: https://youtu.be/K3wjjja8y2g

📈 Disruptor of the year - not bad or good - shakes things up 📈

🏆 NHSE with PCNs - Hello Nikki Kanani

And our honourable mention to Babylon

🚫 Trickiest episode to film - 🚫

🏆 Zoom episode: https://youtu.be/UWPd2Dsr5kI

honourable mention Jeff and Consumer wearables: https://youtu.be/Cmg2ky4XLCw

Future - Hoping to do with podblast and beyond

More interviews

Deep dives

Update episodes

Serving Primary Care Health Tech Community - Aims for 2020

Online courses and toolkits

Health Innovation East Midlands: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/health-innovation-east-midlands-meet-up-registration-85912132501?aff=ebdssbeac

Conference - TEPCAL2020

Productive General Practice - using video more

Social media in primary care

Online consultations

What are we excited about in Primary Care GP Health Tech

Andy - NHSApp - critical mass allowing digital healthcare to go mainstream

Gandhi - Organisations beginning to embrace technology - LMC, NCGPA, RCGP - video, podcast, LMC app

Andy- Consumer health devices becoming mainstream and integrated with primary care

Gandhi - Connectivity - everyone

Predictions for 2020…

But first recap 2019 predictions - true or false.

Andy - Peak AI Hype - we wi

Top UK Clinical app - the BNF app

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 06:24:11 +0000

Listen to my review of the top UK clinical app- the British National Formulary (BNF) app and see why every doctor, nurse or clinician should have this on their phone.

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I cover the main sections of the app, how to find medications why the guideline section is effective and how to switch from the BNF to the children's BNF app.

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Primary Care Network DES specification review 2019

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000

Primary Care Network DES specification review 2019

My review of the 2019 Primary Care Network Service Specification- the good, the bad and the confusing.

This is the live recorded review of the draft primary care network service specification.

To see the document in full use this link.

PCN Clinical Director resources playlist:

General Practitioner resources playlist:

Make sure you leave your own feedback via the survey here (see bottom of page), or send an email to england.networkscontract@nhs.net

Below is the draft version of my notes.

Welcome

My perspective on the primary care network service specs

Cover the good, the bad and the confusing.

Check out my PCN resources and General practitioner playlist (in show notes)

Save you and your patients time with tech enhancing your primary care and learning

Why I am talking about this - am a GP also PCN director of NCE - 66k patients in a deprived area of Nottingham.

Firstly the timing of the documents

Release of specs day before Xmas eve- while aware impacted by the election, purdah and process, it speaks to the perception that when PCN CDs work is irrelevant to NHS England.

However, I commend Nikki Kanani’s engagement on SoMe and the will to gain feedback before making the spec official,

as well as engagement events beforehand (twitter chat and webinars)

So emphasis that this is draft specifications and can be changed. So let us take a look…..

The document starts by talking about the investment being offered. While there is a significant increase in funding being offered, it is important to note the UK still invests less than most other western countries especially in the G8 at about $1000 less per person.

It also mentions a 5-year contract. I would like to mention that it is not really a 5y contract but a 5y agreement of the funds. If it was a contract the terms would be clear from the start. Instead, we are having ongoing annual negotiations of the requirements - which is no different to what we have been exposed to in primary care.

It then identifies seven asks or as they have been locally called the significant seven of which five are to start from April 2020 and another two from April 2021

Structured Medication Reviews and Optimisation •
Enhanced Health in Care Homes (jointly with community services providers) •
Anticipatory Care (jointly with community services providers) •
Personalised Care; and •
Supporting Early Cancer Diagnosis

1.8 When will we have clarity on the process and use of the Network Dashboard?

1.11 Funding is not allocated directly for the delivery of the service specifications - let that sink in.

1.12 Extra capacity from the new roles in 20/21 - much of this was promised to stabilise practices not ask them to do more and does not allow for the extra 30% investment which is not supported by the existing pots.

1.16 funding for community service p

Primary care networks and 2019 a review with the General Practice Podcast's Ben Gowland

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Primary care networks (PCNs) were introduced in 2019 and have had a seismic impact on General Practice. The person leading the charge with information has been Ben Gowland of the General Practice Podcast and in this episode we review his 2019 and share our own and the impact of PCNs.

Andy - https://twitter.com/drawfoster

Gandhi - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52

Leave us a review at:https://bit.ly/eGPlearningiTunes

Ben Gowland : Ockham Healthcare - https://ockham.healthcare/

Hussain Gandhi – challenges for a new PCN Clinical Director

https://ockham.healthcare/hussain-gandhi-challenges-for-a-new-pcn-clinical-director/

Tom Howseman – better managing demand through pre-triage protocols

https://ockham.healthcare/tom-howseman-better-managing-demand-through-pre-triage-protocols/

Episodes with Dr Paul Bennet on:

Lessons from a duty system overhaul

https://ockham.healthcare/innovation-in-general-practice-lessons-from-a-duty-system-overhaul/

(Time) saving begins at home https://ockham.healthcare/innovation-in-general-practice-time-saving-begins-at-home/

Dr Nikki Kanani episodes:

General Practice podcast: https://ockham.healthcare/episode-148-nikki-kanani-the-new-gp-contract-where-the-new-money-will-be-invested/

eGPlearning Podblast: https://egplearning.co.uk/nikki-kanani-interview-with-egplearning-podblast/

Gandhi tweet blogs for his PCN: https://twitter.com/ncepcn

And Andy taking up the challenge. https://twitter.com/drawfoster/status/1205547156301582338

Paul Defly practice unbound episode with network pharmacists:

https://ockham.healthcare/paul-deffley-pharmacists-and-pcns-3-pharmacists-across-multiple-practices/

Becky Malby website: https://beckymalby.wordpress.com/

Learn about video meetings in our Zoom masterclass: https://egplearning.co.uk/zoom-video-conferencing-masterclass-with-egplearning-podblast/

Role of federations with PCNs

What excites us for 2020

How the new roles will change primary care

Ben Andy and Gandhi’s views on the new roles for PCNs with an in depth discussion on pharmacists, paramed

How to sync your Clarity TeamNet calendar with Outlook

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 18:00:00 +0000

A simple 5-minute walkthrough guide on how to sync your Clarity TeamNet calendar with your Outlook calendar, including my own hacks. Nuff said

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This walkthrough guide shows you how to sync your Clarity TeamNet calendar with Outlook Calendar.

I show you:

✳️ How to find the calendar view in Clarity TeamNet

✳️ How you can extract different calendar views for your needs

✳️ How to add a calendar in Outlook Calendar

✳️ My hack to prevent information overload while still making the view functional.

Remember at present TeamNet is only a one-way import of information into your calendar.

See this link for the walkthrough guide to sync your Clarity TeamNet calendar with Google Calendar: https://youtu.be/YvuCfXJifBs

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How to sync your Clarity TeamNet Calendar with Google Calendar

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 18:00:00 +0000

A simple 5-minute walkthrough guide on how to sync your Clarity TeamNet calendar with Google Calendar, including my own hacks. Nuff said

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This walkthrough guide shows you how to sync your Clarity TeamNet calendar with Google Calendar.

I show you:

✳️ How to find the calendar view in Clarity TeamNet

✳️ How you can extract different calendar views for your needs

✳️ How to add a calendar in Google Calendar

✳️ My hack to prevent information overload while still making the view functional.

Remember at present TeamNet is only a one-way import of information into your calendar.

See this link for the walkthrough guide to sync your Clarity TeamNet calendar with Outlook: https://youtu.be/AlcXyRqNpWk

⭐Top posts⭐:

👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:

https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/drgandalf52 🐦

🖥 Website - https://egplearning.co.uk/ 🖥️

💷 Support: https://patreon.com/egplearning 💷

Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/disclaimer/

Email use in General Practice

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Does sorting out your email just suck all your time away? Andy and Gandhi talk in this episode about the frustrations managing your email can bring, the challenges we have in primary care and importantly - solutions to bring you control and increase your spare time.

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Shout out to our friends … Health Technology News Paper, your daily dose of information for the health technology community

Despite being so ubiquitous and groundbreaking in its time, this is a medium that is almost universally loathed…

Today we’re talking about email...

We have a complex love-hate relationship with email… Mostly we hate it...

As a clinician email can be particularly frustrating. We have so many ways to receive information tasks and work. And we spend most of our dealing with patients or tasks directly related to patient care. It can feel like Other people working in primary care have more time allocated for purely administrative activities like reading email…

It is definitely worth giving how you manage email some thought...

Why is email frustrating?... (Identifying the challenges)

Email overload

Time issue, can take so long, when do i do it?

Email anxiety - what’s in my inbox?...

Discussion vs response - wrong tool?

Etiquette - why am i getting this email? Tone and controversial topics...

Emails at intrusive at times

What are the possible solutions?

Basic Principals… Three Ps

Parkinson’s Law - allocate set, limited time - batching

Pareto Principal - 80/20 - concentrate on where your efforts will have impact

Pomedoro - 25 minute dashes, 5 minutes break to complete email or tasks

Getting Organised

Inbox Zero & Getting to Done….

2 min rule

Scheduling for later

Tag, Folders or archive and search?

Check out Gandhi’s episode on productivity: https://youtu.be/paTZy7K8hsU

Etiquette

Should this be an email at all? email / phone / meet

reply all, waiting on replies, cc, bcc

Font and confidentiality

Emojis in professional emails

Use the right address for the right reason - security log in

Add the email address last - just in case

Identify action or information

Use the subject line well… and first 2 lines - Project management style - timelines

Templates and signatures,

Dealing with volume/overload

Unsubscribe and whitelist vs junk

Do not disturb

Choose your tools wisely? But don’t obsess

We discuss our current email setups and tips for email platforms and apps

Interface/platform - bluemail

What do you use?

Gandhi - blue mail and Gmail

Andy - outlook

But my phone is always with me… Do not disturb mode

Switch off the notification?

How to email patients: Email use by practices in General Practice

Email audit

Set aside a time frame to do an email audit - sources, folders, and freq - put it in your calendar!!!

Things to think about as clinicians…

Use the right platform or email address for any clinical or sensitive information.

Secure your device.

Alternatives?

People are trying to make email better

Slack, Asana…. Adding project management and team coordination

So how do you feel about email now love or hate?

Let us know...

Can you use the Tap Strap as a doctor?

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Alternative keyboard methods exist. In this episode, I review the Tap Strap and see if it is a viable data entry tool for primary care.

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I tried the Tap Strap - a motion use keyboard for a few months to see if it can be effective in a clinical setting.

See or hear my review above.

Would you buy one?

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General Practice Resilience

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 18:00:00 +0000

General Practice Resilience with Dr Rachel Morris

What does resilience in General Practice really mean?

Hear from Dr Rachel Morris of 'You are not a Frog' podcast, about resilience vs burnout and how to protect yourself as a GP

This episode is sponsored by the GP Taskforce - providing wraparound support for Derbyshire general practice https://gptaskforce.com/

Dr Rachel Morris - http://www.wildmonday.co.uk/about/

01:58 You are not a frog podcast- https://shapesfordoctors.com/podcasts/

03.06 Tiny habits episode- https://podtail.com/en/podcast/you-are-not-a-frog/tiny-habits-big-changes-with-dr-katherine-hickman/

03:54 What does resilience mean?

04:54 Does resilience mean saying no?

05:47 Stay in your zone of power. Circles of Control work by Steven Covey (https://amzn.to/2rkkuel)

09:00 How much work do you do?

09:40 Tackling stress

10:23 How many roles do you have?

10:28 Happiness and the traps to avoid

15:13 What is your greatest asset? Essentailism by Greg McKeown https://amzn.to/2XFKH2Q

16:24 GP Well-being https://youtu.be/GvZtOsCEK-U

17:32 Schedule your time effectively https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GtMtQphRzs

18:46 Prioritise by intention

20:04 Decompression time

21:37 Try podcasts like eGPlearning Podblast

22:11 Put your phone DOWN

23:28 Nikki Kanani interview with eGPlearning Podblast https://youtu.be/fynHxaebnSo

25:18 Work that you love is still work

26:27 Compensate yourself

27:35 Value your time

29:15 Should you accept being the backstop?

31:03 Take control of your career

31:58 Identify your strengths

33:50 The Shapes collective facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2212687302308522/

Contact Dr Rachel Morris via:

Twitter @DrRachelMorris https://twitter.com/drrachelmorris

Email rachel@wildmonday.co.uk

For more about Rachel’s online and face to face resilience training and career development courses for doctors and healthcare professionals - www.shapesfordoctors.com

Sign up to the Shapes Collective for more resources about thriving at work https://wildmonday.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=885e158d10911ad80f467f60c&id=d2391396fa

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Free certificate of engagement for your appraisal and CPD

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Medical podcasting with Primary Care Knowledge Boost

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:00:00 +0000

GP Bingo

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 18:00:00 +0000

GP Bingo - the general practice game

Do you want a fun game in general practice to help keep the gloom of winter away?

Do you want to have a chance to win some limited edition prizes and focus on your well-being in practice?

Try GP Bingo

To get the green card use the link below. For the yellow and red cards sign up to the eGPlearning mailing list below.

eGPlearning GP Bingo Green card

eGPlearning GP Bingo Yellow and Red flag cards

Rules of GP Bingo:

Track for up to 30 days.
Share on either Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn and make sure you tag @eGPlearning with your completed card by 31.12.19.
Entries with no tags or after 31.12.19 will not be counted.
Earliest to complete wins the prize, one for the Green Flag card and one for the Yellow Flag card.
If a tie DrGandalf will choose.
Relying on your probity to prevent any cheating - all prizes at the discretion of DrGandalf

Will you take on GP Bingo?

Reduce your computer stress as a doctor with lastpass

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Easier, safer password management for doctors.

Do you forget your passwords after your holiday or hate keeping track of all the changes and then forget !!

Reduce your computer stress with this simple and effective tool for any clinician.

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I find password managers a great tool and Lastpass is one of the best and cheapest.

Listen to this episode as I explain how to make your clinical life easier and safer with this tool. If you wish to sign up you can use my affiliate link at no extra cost:

https://bit.ly/egplearninglastpass for the premium version

or https://egplearingLastpass for the free trial.

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👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/d...

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸: https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/...

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Some

Digital Health update Nov 2019

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 17:00:00 +0000

eGPlearning Podblast Digital Health update Nov 2019

Welcome to our new quick update episode format. We discuss topical health tech news and stories… and provide some tips for apps, podcasts, books or otherwise that we have come across in the last few weeks.

Today’s news stories….

Pulse - 27/9/19 - GP at Hand to be broken up into local practices under new NHSE digital planshttp://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/hot-topics/gp-contract-2019/20/gp-at-hand-to-be-broken-up-into-local-practices-under-nhs-england-digital-plans/20039458.article

Digital Health.net - 16/10/19 - Several barriers prevent the adoption of technology in the NHS CQC finds

https://www.digitalhealth.net/2019/10/barriers-prevent-adoption-of-technology-nhs-cqc/

Episode Tips

Gandhi - Lastpass: Manage your passwords easily. https://egplearningLastpass #ad

Andy - Podcast - Harvard Business Review - Episode 701 https://hbr.org/ideacast/2019/09/how-to-be-less-distracted-at-work-and-in-life.html

About Focus - Interview Nir Eyal, wrote the book on creating addictive products - “How to build habit forming products”

Gandhi Featured on Ask Pat - https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/askpat/with-no-extra-time-how-do-i-increase-engagement-and-grow-my-business/

New group for health innovators in the East Midlands - Join us for first event 12/12/19http://healthinnovationem.co.uk

Thanks for watching!

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📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

Subscribe to or follow the eGPlearning platform for more videos, app reviews and content to support technology-enhanced primary care and learning.

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Keep updated EASILY in General Practice

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Keep updated EASILY in General Practice

Do you know how to bring information to yo so you can keep updated easily? In this episode, I cover how you can bring your CPD learning to you and make your appraisal and learning easier.

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Do you know how to bring information to yo so you can keep updated easily? In this episode I cover how you can bring your CPD learning to you and make your appraisal and learning easier.

In this episode I cover my top five ways to bring information straight to you so you can keep updated in primary care.

Use RSS feeds. Try Newsnow General Practice: https://www.newsnow.co.uk/h/?search=general+practice&lang=en&searchheadlines=1
Sign up to update newsletters
Use social media to enhance your learning: https://youtu.be/6voDvYa3AOE
Use social media groups to facilitate your learning: https://youtu.be/RsGFV6nOf9Y
Subscribe to podcasts to help your learning: https://youtu.be/zrdVFckg0HE

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📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

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Top Clinical Learning Podcasts for GPs (2019)

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Do you agree with this list of the top clinical learning podcasts for GPs? Is your favourite on the list?

Watch the video and see if you agree or disagree.

Top clinical learning podcasts (2019)

The requirements to be on the list:

Have a current release schedule
Be open access

Honourable mentions:

The Good GP - an Australian based GP podcast with in depth views on clinical topics. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-good-gp/id1212751478

The GP show with Dr Sam Manger: is another Australian based podcast with a more conversational tone. I like their analysis and the topics are broader than the Good GP podcast. https://thegpshow.libsyn.com/

MDTea: Is a Uk Geriatric based podcast with the multidisciplinary team taking part. Hosted by Dr Ian Wilkinson and Dr Jo Preston it is well worth a listen. http://thehearingaidpodcasts.org.uk/mdtea-podcast/

So what are my top 5 clinical learning podcasts?

5: RCGP podcasts. This includes the main RCGP Learning podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rcgp-podcast/id1398882781

And the RCGP essential knowledge update podcast. https://audioboom.com/channels/4992401

Additionally there is the Sage General Practice podcast which is effectively the InnovAiT podcast (DOI I am an editor of this podcast). https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sage-general-practice/id871122209

4 The DTB podcast- drugs and theraputic podcast is a great listen about all things medicine and more. http://feeds.bmj.com/dtbpodcast

The BMJ produce a couple of podcasts. Their main one reviews the recent BMJ editions while the Best practice podcast covers clinical topics.

Main: http://feeds.bmj.com/bmj/podcasts

Best Practice: http://feeds.bmj.com/bmjbestpractice/podcasts

Inside Health is a firm public favourite and a great listen. With Dr Mark Porter and Dr Margaret McCartney providing evidence it is a valuable update and a great way to know what is current in the world of medicine. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b019dl1b/episodes/downloads

1️. Primary Care Knowledge Boosts is a concise clinical update podcast that is a great listen with hosts Sara and Lisa who have a great rapport and make the topics relevant and an #easyCPD hit. This is a must sub

Wearable technology in General Practice

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 18:00:00 +0100

How will wearables change General Practice? Watch as Andy and Gandhi of the eGPlearning Podblast explore the world of wearable technology for general practice

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Wearable Technology for General Practice - eGPlearning PodBlast Show Notes

Wearable health technology, is it all hype?

We discuss our experience with wearable technology in our day to lives as GPs. How patients and health professionals are beginning to use devices such as smart-watches and fitness trackers, the impact on Primary Care and how this class of device might develop in the future.

What have we been up to?Andy - Beginning to work as a Primary Care Network Clinical Director and promoting the Nottingham Based Digital GP FellowshipGandhi - Attending a number of conferences, working on the eGPlearning platform

Gandhi has featured in an episode of AskPat, the hugely popular Podcast from @PatFlyn. Listen here

A word from our partners - HTNHTN The health tech news paper - an innovative daily news and opinion website for the health tech networkHTN Health Tech award winner revealed - go have a look!https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2019/10/04/htn-awards-2019-winners-revealed/

What is wearable health tech?What is wearable health technology No real definition...We have always had wearable health tech - hearing aids, early insulin pumps, overnight pulse oximetry...Previously been expensive, but now rapidly developing areas as smartphones, and later health tracking industries have created a volume market for sensors, processors, wireless communication chips/tech. Meaningful wearable health technology is now cheaper to produce and develop.

What does wearable tech do?Capture informationTracking vital signs and observationsMonitoring for events such as falls & fitsMovement and activityTreatment compliance - activity, physio, medication adherenceBody-worn biochemical sensors - e.g. glucose, ECG

Use the dataIdentify unrecognised events or track vitals during an event - eg. palpitations - For a good example see Kardia: Monitor disease activity - eg. diabetesMake sense of larger data sets for meaningful health insights

InterveneSuggest and administer medication such as insulinAlert family or paramedics to intervene - e.g. fall

What do we think about Wearable Health Technology?Andy discusses his experiences with the AppleWatch platform. AppleWatch on Amazon -

Gandhi discusses experiences with:Fitbit - Good brand, reliable, fits well, great metrics, less smartwatch that tracker - universal platforms

LetsCom fitness trackers - Pros- cost, battery life, simplicity, rugged. Cons- function, basic

Gandhi is also a fan of those devices with the tracking capabilities of fitness trackers but the appearance of a normal watch such as the Muse and Withings ranges.https://www.musewearables.com/https://www.withings.com/uk/

We discuss our thoughts on the current situation with wearables and the future… Including... It would be great if/when apps available to make sense of the data - perhaps integrating with my health record…But, sometimes I want to wear a different watch… Perhaps seen only as a health/comms device...Will those who need it want to use it - Grandads and hearing aides…Are they just for exercise and fitness?Security & privacy concerns?Apple vs Google - will there be a small number of

GP Well-being with Dr Helen Garr - The Wellbeing GP

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Do you know how to look after your well-being as a GP?

In this episode, I am joined by Dr Helen Garr- The Wellbeing GP as we talk about how to improve your well-being in primary care.

Which tip will you use?

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This video is sponsored by GP Task Force: https://gptaskforce.com/ providing wrap-around support for Derbyshire General Practice.

01:05 Dr Helen Garr: The Wellbeing GP

Website: https://thewellbeinggp.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewellbeinggp/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellbeinggp/?hl=en

02:10 Helen is a portfolio GP working at Cripps Health centre at the University of Nottingham http://www.unhs.co.uk/

02:27 She also works at the GP health service now called NHS practitioner Health: https://php.nhs.uk/ or text NHSPH to 85258

This is free to any doctor or dentist in England and completely confidential.

05:13 Locally we have the Nottinghamshire LMC wellbeing site to support GPs. See https://www.nottinghamshirelmc.co.uk/support/wellbeing/

05:48 GP-S provides free mentoring to GPs in the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire area. https://www.gp-s.org/

07:30 How to recognise burnout

09:53 Do you have an emergency chocolate or treat drawer? Comment if you do.

10:16 The five ways to wellbeing

11:03 Connecting with others

12:10 Would you have a practice board game club?

12:30 Learn something new (doesn’t have to be clinical)

13:06 Timetabled practice meeting

13:20 Podcasts for learning

13:44 see our episode on appraisal with Dr Zoe Norris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ru5zh2MlOXM

14:12 GP reading list: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/books-to-read-after-qualifying-as-a-gp-summer-2019/

14:22 This is going to hurt by Adam Kay: https://amzn.to/2MGVxBU

14:47 Exercise and activity

15:10 Exercise snacking

16:40 Standing desks: https://egplearning.co.uk/education/standing-desks-in-general-practice/

17:40 how do you call your patients in or would you do burpees?

18:56 Mindfulness - being present and taking notice of what is going on around us.

19:58 How to clean your teeth mindfully…

20:27 Apps for mindfulness like Calm www.calm.com/health which is free for healthcare professionals or try Headspace: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R676uNsMDbI

24:00 Giving

24:35 Pay it forward

25:50 Summary of the five points of well being

This video is sponsored by GP Task Force: https://gptaskforce.com/ providing wrap around support for Derbyshire General Practice.

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What equipment to take to a GP conference

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Imagine going to a conference to learn and having everything you need. In this episode I cover what I take to a conference to help my learning and comfort. Do you agree?

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I recently got asked what equipment I need at a conference. in this episode, shot at the Best practice Conference 2019 in Birmingham, I look at the various different ways you can use equipment to help with your learning or simply make attending a conference comfortable. I also look at the type of tech you may need if you are attending as a presenter at a conference.

00:47 Plan your objectives- look at the agenda and plan the sessions you want to attend01:25 Smartphone yourself- the essential tech piece anyone should have (if recording do not forget your microphone…..like my Boya M1) 01:55 Battery pack - 10000 amp should be more than enough 02:32 universal charger cable - multiple heads are better than one.03:14 compact charger plug 03:37 an effective bag - especially to carry all your kit and some space for extra items- 04:07 water bottle and healthy snacks

4:45 laptop or tablet: I use the Microsoft surface pro 6 05:25 mini display port - an essential if you are delivering a presentation: 06:10 Pen and paper - Dingbat notebook and Frixion pen 06:50 headphones and external Seagate USB hard drive

What equipment do you take, comment on any of the eGPlearning platforms.

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👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

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Top tips using social media as a GP or medical practice

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0100

Do you know how to make using social media easier for your GP practice?Are you aware of all the key points you should consider before using social media to keep your practice and patients safe?

What my top tips to find out this and more....

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#socialmedia #generalpracitce #digitalprimarycare

In this video, I share my top tips to using social media for your GP surgery or practice. These include:

How to pick the right platform for youTips to keep your staff and patients safe using social mediaHow to save your team time using social media as a practice

To cross-post, I use Publbox click here to sign up : https://publbox.com/en/

If you want the resources outlined in this video then see this go to the eGPlearning website and download the social media policy for free at http://bit.ly/egplearningsmpractice

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👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

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Improve your productivity in General Practice

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Improve your productivity in General Practice as a GP or clinical director with simple quick and actionable tips and apps to make your life easier and save you time.

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#productivity #generalpractice #timemanagement

In this episode:

Hear the challenges many clinicians face in being productive in general practice.
Learn resources to improve your productivity with quick and simple changes you can make
Hear about the apps and tools you can use in both clinical and leadership/ administrative roles to save your time.

Links mentioned:

Ike app : combine the Eisenhower matrix with an app

Notion: make lists easily :

Bullet Journalling: https://bulletjournal.com/

Habitica: an app to help you build habits -

Clockify: track your time with ease.

Zoom - web conferencing made easy sign up here. (AF link)

Teamnet - provided by Clarity - a practice management suite for primary care

Whatsapp or Telegram - communication made easy

Mighty Networks - create your own community

Mailchimp or Mailer Lite- make your own newsletter - covered in the email use in general practice.

DR PESTLES: Find the needs of your practices and PCNs.

Calendly - automate your calendar -

Grammerly - improve your writing with ease.

Cloud writing: via Evernote, G Drive or Office - take your pick.

If you want more resources or a full copy of the links and slides sign up at https://bit.ly/pcncdresources

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Schedule appointments easily and save your time using Calendly

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Calendly can help save you time by enabling you to schedule meetings without the back and forth communication exchange that impacts your productivity.I show you in this episode why I find it so effective and helpful.

Calendly is a scheduling tool that integrates with your calendar to show when you are free. You share the link with an individual or group and then let them book to enable easy and rapid scheduling of meetings.

Calendly can be used for free or you can pay for extra functions. It has a clean interface and works well with great notifications and customizable options.In this episode:

Learn how Calendly can enable quick scheduling of appointments
Watch how to create event types including setting your time frames for availability
See the various options to confirm appointments
See how the teams’ function can enhance arranging meetings within a group.

I love this tool and it has made my life much easier and simpler with arranging meetings. What do you think?

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How to use LinkedIn as a doctor (2019)

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 18:00:00 +0100

How to use LinkedIn as a doctor (2019)

Do you understand how to use LinkedIn as a doctor or GP? Watch this video for the essential tips and tricks to improve your use of this professional social media platform as a doctor.

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In this video, I welcome Dr Adam Harrison of the Nottinghamshire LMC as we delve into the use of LinkedIn for doctors like GPs.

We explore this social media platform using my own profile as a template to show you how to build yours.

We cover:1:30 Who is Dr Adam Harrison?2:00 What is LinkedIn?4:40 Connect with us on LinkedIn:Adam or DrGandalf5:00 Hear why you should use your professional email to register with LinkedIn as a doctor6:15 How to build your profile using DrGandalf’s7:00 How to navigate your LinkedIn home screen.10:00 A profile view10:50 Have a professional photo12:20 Profile strapline vs summary13:20 Past roles/ experience and other roles14:30 Privacy settings. See our video:15:20 What are skills?17:50 The use of a brand profile19:05 How many followers do you need?20:00 LinkedIn Groups21:20 Using LinkedIn as a CV24:50 Adam’s Top tips – invest in your profile25:15 Endorsements26:00 Use LinkedIn video28:30 The importance of regular posting and engagement

See Adam’s top ten LinkedIn tips here:

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Zoom Video Conferencing Masterclass

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Zoom Video Conferencing Masterclass with eGPlearning Podblast

See how to use Zoom with Andy and Gandhi, to have great video meetings with your primary care network (#PCN), colleagues and friends. We cover simple hints and tips and also dive deep and discuss some of the more powerful features.

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💻 I really like Zoom. If you want to sign up see: https://bit.ly/eGPlearningZoom

This video shows you:

🔷 How to start a Zoom meeting🔶 How to change your audio and camera settings🔷 How to quickly switch your audio on and off🔶 How to invite new people to a meeting🔷 How to start a screen share🔶 How to chat and send messages in your web meeting🔷 How to record your Zoom meeting🔶 Showcase all this from a mobile interface

✅ If you wish to use our web conference checklist see this link: https://mailchi.mp/ed55320359f2/webconference

#primarycarenetworks #videoconferencing #zoom

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📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

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How to start a meeting in Zoom (2019)

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 18:00:00 +0100

See how to start a Zoom meeting in 2019 and some simple hints and tips to make the experience even better (and some cool tools below).

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💻 I really like Zoom. If you want to sign up see my affiliate link:

https://bit.ly/eGPlearningZoom

This video shows you:

🔷 How to start a Zoom meeting

🔶 How to change your audio and camera settings

🔷 How to quickly switch your audio on and off

🔶 How to invite new people to a meeting

🔷 How to start a screen share

🔶 How to chat and send messages in your web meeting

🔷 How to record your Zoom meeting

✅ Have smoother meetings with our eGPlearning web conference checklist see this link: https://mailchi.mp/ed55320359f2/webconference

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Pension advice for GPs (2019)

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Pension advice for GPs

How much do you know about pensions as a GP? This video covers everything you need to know with our pension experts: Accountant Rachael Hall, GP Survival Chair Dr Nick Grundy, and ex BMA pension lead Dr Krishan Aggarwal.

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How much do you know about pensions as a GP? This video covers everything you need to know with our pension experts.

Meet our expert speakers:

Rachael Hall: @hall_nhs https://twitter.com/hall_nhsNicholas Grundy: @Nick_grundy https://twitter.com/nick_grundyKrishan Aggarwal: @krishanx https://twitter.com/krishanx

2:00 Intro: Rachael Hall NHS pension accountant expert2:30 Intro: Nick Grundy - Chair of GP Survival - support us at https://paypal.me/GPSurvival3:00 Intro: Krishan Aggrawal - BMA lead for PEnsions3:45 What is the NHS pension scheme as a defined benefit scheme and why is it different to almost every other pension scheme?5:30 If I contribute more in a year that will benefit me more won’t it?6:10 Dependence cover and Death in service benefits. What are they and what do you need to know?7:00 ‘Death in service’ vs ‘Death in benefit/after service’8:30 The difference in Tier 1 and Tier 2 payments9:00 Why the NHS pension is so good12:15 What is the annual allowance?13:15 Why there is a problem with the annual allowance and the NHS pension.14:45 Nick’s example of the annual allowance problem16:40 The taper conundrum17:40 Lifetime Allowance20:42 Should I stay in the NHS pension? Racheal and Krishan’s answer

Property Investing for Doctors: Proven strategies for busy professionals by Lafina Diamandis: https://amzn.to/2ZcTvMW

23:50 Unofficial Pension advice - in Facebook groups especially.24:50 Nicholas Grundy advice about staying in the NHS pension: ‘yes but…’ Why he left and rejoined. 25:57 the Tony Goldstone method. https://twitter.com/goldstone_tonyThe Goldstone pension modeler: https://www.bma.org.uk/news/2019/july/bma-launches-pensions-modeller

27:29 Capita…...The impact they have had and what you need to do.30:00 What you need to do now as a GP32.17: Should NHS England pay GPs for sorting Capita's failings?33:00 How your Total Reward statements work: https://www.totalrewardstatements.nhs.uk/33:30 Check your TRS!34:40 Divorce and your pension.36:20 The 50:50 offer 37:00 Rachael’s tips37:30 Nick’s top tips38:30 Krishan’s top tips

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👨🏾‍⚕️Dr Gandalf’s essential GP equipment list 👨🏾‍⚕️ see here: https://egplearning.co.uk/ramblings/dr-gandalfs-essential-gp-equipment-list/

📸Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide📸:https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

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The evidence for Video Consultations in Primary care

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Video consultations are the new buzz in primary care and a mandated part of the new contract from April 2020.

GPs and clinicians love evidence to justify the use of any service and in this post, I cover the evidence for video consultations in-depth with Prof Helen Atherton of the Academic unit of primary care at Warwick Medical School.

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In this episode, Prof Helen Atherton explains the evidence for video consultations in primary care.

We cover:

💻 What is a video consultation vs remote consultations💻 What is digital exceptionalism and why it has an impact- should it?💻 The type of patients that will use video consultations.💻 The use of funding for video consultations like the Access funds and Priminister Challenge funds💻 We discuss the work of Trisha Greenhalgh💻 Comparison of telephone vs F2F consultations and what gaps video can fill💻 The ViCo study:🖥Done in 2016 as a feasibility study🖥Using video consultations as an alternative to F2F on the Attend Anywhere platform in Scotland.🖥The technical issues in doing the study and considerations including devices and infrastructure.🖥Results:🖥Useful for single problem issues and similar in length to telephone consultations.🖥 Advantages for video use with remote working, convenience, and visual element🖥 Suitable only where a physical exam may not be needed🖥 Technical issues need addressing

Links to toolkits:

ViCo Toolkit: https://www.ed.ac.uk/usher/telescot/projects/vico/vico-toolkit

Alternative to F2F consultations toolkit: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/primaryhealthcare/researchthemes/alt-con/resources/

💻 Further talk on infrastructure challenges particular internet speeds and logistics.💻 Can video consultations be used for areas like mental health?💻 How to improve engagement with video consultations💻 The use of video consultations by secondary care.

Contact Prof Atherton via email.

Free research links:

Acceptability, benefits, and challenges of video consulting: a qualitative study in primary care: https://bjgp.org/content/early/2019/06/24/bjgp19X704141

Comparing the content and quality of video, telephone, and face-to-face consultations: a non-randomised, quasi-experimental, exploratory study in UK primary care: https://bjgp.org/content/early/2019/07/01/bjgp19X704573

Using alternatives to face-to-face consultations: a survey of prevalence and attitudes in general practice: https://bjgp.org/content/66/648/e460

The potential of alternatives to face-to-face consultation in general practice, and the impact on different patient groups: a mixed-methods case study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507060/

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Register with the NHS app

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Do you know how to register with the NHS app?Do you know what it can do?

Watch this video to see this walkthrough guide and share with your practice if they are not using it.

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How to do your GP Appraisal (2019)

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 17:59:49 +0100

Do you understand GP appraisal? In this episode, I am joined by Dr Zoe Norris who explains what you must, should and can do to complete your appraisal and revalidation including some useful resources.

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Hear Dr Zoe Norris talk about appraisal.

We cover:

🔷 What is appraisal

🔶 What is revalidation

🔷 What is a quality improvement activity (see RCGP guidance- https://www.rcgp.org.uk/training-exam...)

🔶 What is mandatory, what you should do and what you can do

🔷 The difference between a log entry and a reflective entry What is PDP and how to make it SMART: Top tip - have non-clinical PDP items.

🔶 What to do if you have not completed your PDP - do you have to?

🔷 What DrGandalf’s appraisal toolkit looks like Then we look at a presentation for resources. Access it here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/...

A brief comparison of the eportfolio toolkits you can use including Clarity, GPTools, Fourteen Fish, GMC toolkit, MAG form and Digitalis.

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📙 GP Tools : https://www.gptools.org/

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How to register with your local GP (2019)

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 18:00:00 +0100

How to register with your local GP

To obtain healthcare from an NHS GP (General Practitioner) you need to be registered with a practice. In this post learn how you can register with your local GP.

Registering with your local GP surgery is an easy process, but there are some considerations to make. Listen below to hear how, or watch the video at the end of this post to see more. In summary:

By paper:

You need a GMS 1 form. You can obtain this from your practice, or download from the nhs.uk site here. An example is below:

GMS 1 form front

When completing the form, complete all relevant sections on the first page:

Your details - needed to register you
Details of your previous practice or address- to track your records quickly
If you are eligible for veteran care as part of the armed forces.
If you are registering your child- if you need ongoing child health surveillance care (under 5's).
If you need the use of dispensing service ( where the practice provides your physical prescription instead of a local pharmacy). This is more common for rural practices.
Opting in/out of organ and blood donation services.

The top of the back of the GMS 1 form is completed by the practice (not the patient).

The final section on the back is relevant if you are an ordinary resident (normally living abroad or visiting England) to confirm the level of care you may receive.

Other ways to fill the form are to access it via your practice website.

Reasons a practice may not register you:

Sometimes a practice may not be able to register you. This would be if :

the practice list is closed to new patients
if you are outside of the registered practice area
if you have previously been removed from a practice list (certain situations and rare).

You may be asked to provide photographic ID or proof of address. This is not compulsory but recommended as it can help speed up the registration process. This includes:

passport
driving licence
residence permit
ARC card
utility bill

Also, providing a copy of your repeat medications can make a new registration easier.

The GMS 1 form is different from the temporary registration form and provides a different service.

To find which practices you can register with ask local residents, community leaders, housing support teams or use the nhs.uk website here.

NHS App

You can register via the NHS app.

This is the gateway to health services and enables you to register with a practice quickly via your smartphone device.

The NHS app also allows you to:

book an appointment at your local practice
order your regular (repeat) medications
look at your medical records
use a symptom checker
search health condition information from the nhs.uk website
confirm your organ and blood donation choices

Further functionality is due in the next few years and some areas may have extra services.

Other apps

Other companies can provide you with health care via an app system. Companies like Babylon,(including their GP at Hand system), Push Doctor, QDoctor and Livi all use apps to register patients. Some claims that you can be register

Be an entrepreneur in medicine: interview with Dr Vinay Shankar

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Be an entrepreneur in medicine: an interview with Dr Vinay Shankar

Hear how you can become an entrepreneur in medicine like Dr Vinay Shankar as he talks to Dr Andrew Foster of eGPlearning about his diverse career as a GP Partner in Nottingham, working with IBM’s Watson, AI platform, starting a sustainable T-Shirt Business and writing a children’s book. He has a blog and a great podcast where he interviews innovative and entrepreneurial figures in healthcare.Find out about Vinay’s work here…www.vinayshankar.netTwitterTwitter: @VinayShankar4.41 Entrepreneurial spirit and learning from starting a sustainable T-Shirt business8.50 Completing a Masters in Leadership, Education and Research. Creating and using Narratives and storytelling in medical education and practice. Choose your own adventures for medical training?8.10 Masters project - using IBM Watson AI platform to examine data from Twitter to achieve insights into the personality types of clinical entrepreneurs.Link IBM Watson12.55 Entrepreneurial culture within the NHS. Can it work without the prospect of big cash rewards? Is intro-preneurship the answer?17.30 What is it like to use the IBM Watson Platformhttps://www.ibm.com/watson27.00 Will AI Replace jobs in healthcare?30.10 Taking a creative writing course and creativity in medicine.31.50 “15 Minutes with the Doctor” – Vinay’s experience of starting and running his podcast.33.15 Using storytelling in day to day Primary Care.35.15 Vinay identifies his top healthcare technology trends.· Genomics and personalised care· Artificial Intelligence38.25 Managing risk within AI systems. Who owns the risk and will this question hold back the field?41.20 Why did you become a partner so soon after the end of training? And Vinay’s lessons for those starting out in Primary Care and Technology.46.05 Vinay tells us about his Favourite apps and how he would invest £100M in Primary Care health technology.DropboxSpotifyMoneyboxMy Fittness mPalWe hope you enjoyed the interview. Please comment, share and subscribe.

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Privacy settings for social media

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 18:00:00 +0100

How to change your privacy settings for social media- Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

Do you know how to change your privacy settings on social media? Find out in this post.

22% of eGPlearners (responders to the quiz) do not. Making sure your privacy settings are set to your preference and up to date is a vital part of keeping you and your patients safe if you are using social media.

In this episode of the eGPlearning #TipThursday I show you how to change your privacy settings on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn so you can be sure you are sharing only what you want to share.

Facebook

See this section to learn how to do a Facebook privacy check-up. Also, see the privacy shortcuts that Facebook offers to support users.

Twitter

In this section, I show you how to change your privacy settings on Twitter including how to make your account private

With a happy medium of content with privacy settings compared to Facebook and Twitter, watch this section to see how to get the most out of the professional social network.

Ensuring your privacy settings are up to date and set at a level you choose is vital to keeping both you, and your patients safe when using social media. I recommend checking them every 6 months to a year.

Have you?

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Social Media Guidance for Doctors: pre-SCRIBE

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Social Media Guidance for Doctors and clinicians: pre-SCRIBE

Are you aware of the social media guidance that exists to keep doctors, clinicians and patients safe?

In this post, I show you various forms of formal social media guidance, why these are needed and explore my own easy to use version called pre-SCRIBE.

Following recent articles in magazines like STAT that have commented why doctors shouldn’t use social media, other reply articles by the organisation SoMeDocs and SELF have shown why doctors and clinicians should. But the important part is like with any tool to use social media safely.

Formal guidance exists like that from the General Medical Council (GMC), the Royal College of GPs (RCGP), the British Medical Association (BMA) and the American Medical Association (AMA) to name a few.

These are detailed and less effective in the moment, so I would suggest using a quicker tool call pre-SCRIBE. pre-SCRIBE (before you write) stands for

Share
Confidentiality
Respect
Identity
Boundaries
Engage

This episode explores all these aspects and I share how they can be useful, including other tips to help keep you safe when using social media as a doctor.

Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/vh1uOCFGkTk

Links:

STAT on social media restraint by doctors.: https://www.statnews.com/2019/06/10/doctors-social-media-restraint/

SELF article: https://www.self.com/story/social-media-doctors

SoMeDocs: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/

Reply article by SoMeDocs: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/doctors-should-dive-into-the-social-media-waters-stat/

GMC: https://www.gmc-uk.org/ethical-guidance/ethical-guidance-for-doctors/doctors-use-of-social-media

RCGP:https://www.rcgp.org.uk/social-media

BMA:https://www.bma.org.uk/advice/employment/ethics/social-media-guidance-for-doctors

AMA: https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/ethics/professionalism-use-social-media

Acronyms of General Practice

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Acronyms of General Practice - a guide with the GP Taskforce

Do you know all the acronyms of General Practice? What the various organisations and names mean and how to navigate them. This session is sponsored by the GP Taskforce.

Below is listed the variety of organisations and acronyms you need to be aware of when working in General Practice.

Contact the GP Taskforce: https:///www.gpt askforce.com

https://youtu.be/dpAoug8G54c

Acronyms of General Practice- Governing organisations

NHS - National health service split into:

NHS England : https://www.england.nhs.uk/

NHS Improvement : https://improvement.nhs.uk/

NHS X: https://www.nhsx.nhs.uk/

NHS Digital: https://digital.nhs.uk/

CCGs: Clinical commissioning groups

HSCA : Health and social care act : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_and_Social_Care_Act_2012

STP: Sustainability and transformation partnerships/ plans

Acronyms of General Practice- Organisations that support GPs

RCGP: Royal College of GPs

CSA: Clinical skills assessment

AKT: Applied knowledge test

WBPA - Work based place assessment

RCGP Vale of Trent faculty: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/rcgp-near-you/faculties/central-and-east-england-region/vale-of-trent-faculty.aspx

First5: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/first5

BMA: British Medical Association - our Union

GPC: General Practice Committee - https://www.bma.org.uk/collective-voice/committees/general-practitioners-committee

JDC - Junior Doctors committee

ARM: Annual regional meeting

LMC: Local medical committee

Nottinghamshire LMC: https://www.nottinghamshirelmc.co.uk/

Derbyshire LMC: https://www.derbyshirelmc.org.uk/

Acronyms of General Practice- New Structure organisations.

PCN: Primary care networks - https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/publications/primary-care-networks-explained

PCN CD: PCN Clinical director-

What type of doctors bag should you use for visiting patients?

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 18:00:00 +0100

What type of doctors bag should you use for visiting patients? A guide by DrGandalf

The debate on what type of bag you should use when visiting patients rages on. In this video I show you my choices and what you should consider when buying a visiting bag as a doctor.

So which type of doctors bag should you consider?

There are generally two schools of thought on this:

a hard bag
not a hard bag

The clear benefit of a hard bag is the fact it can be used as a seat for home visits. Additionally, the more robust nature can imitate security for contents and rarely personal security. Whether hard or soft, in terms of cost this may vary from bargain basement rucksack from your local shop to designer medical or retail bags including maternity bags.

In reality what you truly need is simply a comfortable bag to carry, with several pockets, somewhere to keep paperwork and ideally a lock on one compartment if you plan on carrying FP10 prescriptions and/or meds.

https://youtu.be/UBGMDYEzMYo

The bags I mention and more:

The Merlin Morgan bag - was my first doctor's bag. Really large, robust and more pockets than a magician (hence the name I guess). I now use it as my camera bag.

Alternatives are the Gima utility bag with a packet which a colleague has used for a while. The extra packet is useful for keeping medications and small items in. Alternately an effective camera bag can be a great choice as a doctor's visiting bag and on several forums, these are often the preferred options my many.

My first Hi-Tec rucksack visit bag was ok but my current Hi-Tec visiting bag is much better. It has lasted me about 4 years now, is large enough to carry everything I need but still small enough to be portable and functional. The material could be better padded and insulated, an issue in cold weather which can affect equipment working like thermometers.

Trainee bag- Duragadget This is the doctors bag we have for our trainees. It is similar to the Hi-Tec bag above but solves the insulation issue. It is also waterproof.

Harder bags like pilot chest are preferred by many given they are more robust and business like.

Or makeup chests can be a great option if you want a really solid bag that you can also sit on. the multiple compartments make this really useful.

Kipling bags: and Mulberry bags are good fashion bags that can be effective as a visit bag. NOt my particular preference but often a good choice and ones several colleagues have used.

IYASU is a company that is looking to make visit bags specifically designed for doctors in the UK. Keep an eye out for more information.

If you want to know what to put in your doctor's bag check out my equipment posts below.

How to work quicker in primary care using technology

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0100

How to work quicker in primary care using technology - our top 10 tips.

Watch this episode recorded for the HTN Digital week on how you can work quicker in primary care using technology.

Join Andy and Gandhi of the eGPlearning Podblast team as they share their top tips on how you can work quicker in primary care. These are universal tips for all members of General practice like GPs, nurses, paramedics, pharmacists, health care workers and more

https://youtu.be/YqcLFIysofE

Tracking Time

This is important to understand which areas you may need to focus on in order to work quicker in primary care. One tool to consider is Clockify which can easily be used to track your time. See our video which explains this tool and why it might be the best one for use in general practice.

Text expanders and autoconsulations

Each system in primary care has its own method of helping you document more information quickly. EMIS has shortcodes, Systm One has autoconsultations. If you want a tool that sits outside of the clinical system, consider a text expander like in the eGPlearning support pack.

Things to consider is hot to personalise these tools and the probity of use.

Automation and protocols

Each clinical system has ways to help you automate the work you do. SystmOne has autoconsultations and protocols, EMIS has macros, and I am sure other systems have similar.

Using these tools can significantly save you time. As SystmOne users, Andy and I use autoconsultations for streamlining work like our anticipatory medication prescriptions for end of life care. If you want access to this join the eGPlearning mailing list or a community of support like S1 FBUG or EMIS web FB user group.

Companies can offer these systems without you making your own. This can further save time but comes with a cost. See Ardens for SystmOne or for EMIS try PrimaryCareIT.

Workflow and remote working

How you manage workflow in your practice will drastically affect your workload. Look at these four points about any task:

Who
What
Where
When

You can even add why on there at times. Remember, if a task does not require a face to face encounter, can it be done remotely and hence at scale. Remote working can also help with job satisfaction. See the video below

https://youtu.be/imDiWTrn-7M

Type faster

If you want to work quicker, then typing quicker can really save you time. To help, see our episode on Keybr - an online tool that can help speed up your typing speed. A great PDP item for your appraisal and will definitely help you work quicker in primary care.

Another great tip we got from Deen Mirza in his FRAYED consultation book is to type while the patient is there. What do you think? Would you do this.

Dictation

If you really do not like typing, then dication may be the answer. Modern systems h

Top medical equipment for General Practice (2019)

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 18:00:00 +0100

Top Medical equipment for General Practice and GPs.

Watch as DrGandalf shows you the essential medical equipment you need to work in General Practice in 2019 by showcasing his equipment.

This video will show you which equipment you need and which can be helpful, with links to all the equipment and more below.

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Stethoscopes:

MDF Acoustica - https://amzn.to/2MHgmPN Litman cardiology IV https://amzn.to/2MFtFQE Litman classic II: https://amzn.to/2ZnMWaD EKO: https://ekohealth.com/

Diagnostic kits:

Welch Allyn Prestige: https://amzn.to/2Wz6gzZ Welch Allyn basic: https://amzn.to/2RisEgh

Cheaper set: https://amzn.to/2XGqlpw

Digital endoscope for use as an otoscope: https://amzn.to/2XHH9MP

Thermometers:

Braun 6020 thermometer: https://amzn.to/2ZluCyW Extra caps: https://amzn.to/2ZogQvM Thermoscan 7 colour change: https://amzn.to/2ZeEc6S No touch BNT 400: https://amzn.to/2KMdrmb

BP monitoring

Welch Alyn durashock cuff : https://amzn.to/2XBBYOA Omron M3 intellisense: https://amzn.to/2KddGHp Large cuff: https://amzn.to/2RayDDs

Sats probes:

Ana wiz basic: https://amzn.to/2KLRCmD Ana pulse new: https://amzn.to/2KLS3gL Alternate sats probe: https://amzn.to/2Rd9Pem

https://youtu.be/JddoeK5JcRw

Other medical equipment for general practice:

Glucometer: https://amzn.to/2Zjilen

Tape measure: https://amzn.to/2KJpkt3

Tendon hammer: https://amzn.to/2WCS3Hp

Urine testing strips: https://amzn.to/2WzuuKm

Non-latex gloves: https://amzn.to/2KMdYob

Tongue depressors : https://amzn.to/2WKdMxb

Basic first aid kit: https://amzn.to/2Zlp7QN

IMAK wrist rest: https://amzn.to/2WBYMw1

Overshoes: https://amzn.to/2WAlhBI

Camelbak water bottle: https://amzn.to/2KH1NJr

3l storage box: https://amzn.to/2WzVDSm

Customize stickers: https://amzn.to/2EZPPXF Star patient stickers: https://amzn.to/2RanrHh

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Digital Assistants in Healthcare - Alexa, Google Home and Siri?

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0100

Digital Assistants in Healthcare - Alexa, Google Home, and Siri

This is our first “Super Test” episode! We put Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant through their paces as we explore the current state of Digital Assistants as Health Technology and discuss the future possibilities for the technology.

https://youtu.be/_haQ4vhJ7hw

Watch this episode on YouTube for the best experience:

1.50 What we have been

2.05 Nikki Kanani episode

2.50 Standing desks for GPs

3.45 HTN and Digital week - How to work quicker in primary care

4.40 RCGP Bright Ideas

5.40 Digital GP fellowships - contact us

6.30 How we are testing them

8.00 We tested performance in the following areas:

Emergency Assistance
Finding Services
Accessing and Booking Services
Health Information
Health Advice/Assessment

How we scored for each question:

Winner = 3 points
Runner up = 2 points
Bottom of the class but gave a sensible answer = 1 point
Fail = 0 points
Safety concern = -3 points

If you are interested:

Alexa Echo: Bought at Amazon or major retailers RRP £89.99

Alexa Dot: Bought at Amazon or major retailers RRP £39.99

Google Home: Bought at Google or retailers RRP £49-89

Apple Siri: Available on all Apple products like the Apple Watch or iPad.

Emergency Assistance

Amazon AlexaApple SiriGoogle Home08.30 Call me an Ambulance23011.15 Tell me how to do CPR02314.45 How to treat a nose bleed21317.50 What do I do if someone swallows bleach?03-3!!

12.15 Explaining what Alexa Skills are.

20.45 Note - Apple switched the search engine behind Siri back to Google from Microsoft Bing on 25/9/17

Finding Services

Amaxon AlexaApple SiriGoogle Home22.10 Where is my nearest A&E? Can you send me directions?00326.15 I think I have a sexually transmitted infection?013

Accessing and Booking Services

Amazon AlexaApple SiriGoogle Home30.00 Book me an appointment at my GP?000

https://youtu.be/D5VN56jQMWM

Health Information

Amazon AlexaApple SiriGoogle Home37.20 Tell me about simvastatin?200… Common side effects?003

Health Advice/Assessment

Amazon AlexaApple SiriGoogle Home42.00 I have a headache… what should I do?10148.25 Open Headspace - no winner333

43.15 Doctor Alex Alexa Skill -

47.20 What could happen if others try to develop skills like Babylon Health or Ada Health?

Special mention to some other Amazon Alexa skills

Headspace
Bodycoach
First aid by British Red Cross - Alexa, ask first aid how to look after someone with a seizure

50.40 Summary impressions

52.30 Considerations

Security of data and use.

55.10 Regulation

55.30 Check out ORCHA

Final Score Cards:

Winner: Google Assistant - 16 points

Impressive and surprised us in places.

The Good

Generally the b

How to track your CPD easily

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 18:00:00 +0100

How to track your CPD easily using Wakelet

If you want to know how to track your CPD easily then watch this video as I cover a simple and free tool to make your appraisal a doddle - Wakelet

In this post, I review the tool Wakelet with a full walkthrough that will help you track your continuous professional development (CPD) easily. This includes websites, tweets, videos and more.

Especially see how you can share your learning in groups like CPD groups, practices or networks (PCNS). This will make capturing your learning for appraisal an easier task and save you time.

Listen above or watch in the video below for my full walkthrough guide and why this resource is one of my top tech tips for all GPs

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How to get a job in General Practice (2019)

Thu, 30 May 2019 18:00:00 +0100

How to get a job in General Practice (2019)

If you want to know the types of jobs for GPs and how to get them, then watch this video and see tips from myself and Dr Jodie Blackadder-Weinstein (RCGP First5 Chair).

How to get a job in General Practice (2019) - Shownotes

0.58 Don't be overwhelmed

2.26 Finding locum work

3.00 Locum agencies

3.17 Locum network agencies - such as Lantum, RLocums etc

3.50 Free locum agencies - such as 999111

5.20 Just ask

6.00 Have written terms and conditions

6.45 Salaried jobs

7.12 Negotiate

9.28 The importance of regular practice catch up time

10.26 Partnership

11.37 Ask about the finance

13.05 Other GP roles in primary care

14.52 How to get your CCT

15.00 Appraisal

15.34 Subscribe to eGPlearning Podblast

17.30: Tech enhance your CPD

18.23 Joining appraisal networks

20.07 Consider your local RCGP faculty

21.00 Contact your LMC

22.50 Find your tribe

https://youtu.be/rjrNNH5AL_c

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Nikki Kanani interview with eGPlearning Podblast

Fri, 24 May 2019 17:00:00 +0100

Listent to Andy and Gandhi as they talk with Nikki Kanani (Act Director of Primary Care for NHS England) about primary care networks (PCNs), social media, tech in healthcare and boardgames..this is a must hear episode.

Shout out to Ben Gowland of The General Practice Podcast and Shubz Upadhay of 2 GPs in a pod.

eGPlearning Podblast welcomes Nikki Kanani

Thanks to our sponsor - HTN - Health Technology News -HTN The health tech news paper - an innovative daily news and opinion website for the health tech network

Health Tech Week - Join us as we talk about how to work quicker in primary care using technology. Sign up here:

Check out the RCGP Bright ideas projects if you have an idea that might help primary care and want support and mentorship to make it a reality

Interesting opportunity for GPs in the Nottingham Area - Digital GP Fellowship Scheme - listen to the end for details

Nikki Kanani - Director Primary Care NHSE

4.30 Why is Nikki Kanani still only the acting Director of Primary care?

7.30 We talk about Next Gen GP and the impact it can have

8.30 Managing the social media demon - we learn how Nikki managers multiple whatsapp and Twitter channels.

11.20 We talk about is being accessible healthy or not? The pro and cons…

12.00 We ask what support is coming for Primary care networks particularly from a tech perspective

17.50 We ask about interoperability and is it attainable?

20.25 NHSX

22.00 The impact of digital consultations as part of the new contract and how can practices deliver on them for patients?

26.30 We discuss how integrated care systems may impact primary care, like improving outpatient care.

29.00 We ask when the estates report is due?

29.50 We discussed the partnership review by Nigel Watson and if LLPs could be a model for GP partnerships.

32.20 We review the recent news story about the number of GPs and how they are valued, but also how we have significant recruitment issues.

34.40 Hear what technology excites Nikki with its potential impact on primary care?

39.00 The NHS was designed to answer the question are you unwell? The public are now asking am I healthy? Can the modern NHS answer this question?

41.40 What will healthcare look like in 5 years..?

43.40 How much impact with a practice website have on patient services?

45.15 Boardgames and we get to see Nikki’s house!!!! (Monopoly, Risk, Pandemic , the Legacy version and more….)

48.40 We talk about chaiiwala and Farah Jameel’s recent visit to Nottingham

50.00 What is Nikki Kanani’s favourite work based app - her apprasial one

50.53 What is her favourite non-work app - Buddhify and Questido

52.30 If

How to get your CCT

Thu, 23 May 2019 18:00:00 +0100

How to get your CCT - as a GP with RCGP First5 lead Jodie Blackadder-Weinstein

Watch this video if you want to know all the steps and processes you need to follow to get your CCT - with current RCGP First5 lead - Jodie Blackadder-Weinstein

In this video, we cover sorting out your GMC allocations, ARCP, what an outcome 6 is, performer list issues, indemnity, and networks after finishing including supporting organisations.

This is a must see video if you are about to become a newly qualified GP.

CCTing… What you need to know and do.

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GMC

You should get an email from the GMC approx. 3-6 months before you are due to CCT inviting you to make sure all your details are up to date, including your email address. Check it!

Once your final ARCP is completed and you get an Outcome 6, you will be contacted by RCGP/or via eportfolio to click ‘apply for CCT’ and you will be guided through the process. Remember you need to pay your fee to the GMC to be added to the GP register (£399, currently being reviewed) https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/managing-your-registration/fees-and-funding

Performers list

Make sure you are on the performers list and clarify your region’s requirements to update the record from ‘registrar’ to ‘GP salaried/partner/locum etc’. If you are moving areas, there are notification forms on the website. https://www.performer.england.nhs.uk/

Indemnity

Make sure you update your indemnity provider with your changing work details (with dates) and continue to do so.

Pensions and Financial Advice

Consider your finances, and what and how you are earning will likely change on CCTing. Ask around for accountants and financial advisors that colleagues use, and consider income protection. Watch our video on Money advice for GP locums, salaried and partners - https://youtu.be/XhCE8xZlFmI

Networks

Get in touch with your local First5 network. Almost every faculty is holding an AiT/First5 ‘Life after VTS’ and ‘Welcome to the faculty’ event over the next 12 months, currently available dates here: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/learning/events-search-results.aspx?k=first5 Find out who your reps are here: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/first5 Find out about and get involved in your local medical committee here: https://www.bma.org.uk/about-us/how-we-work/local-representation/local-medical-committees/lmcs-in-england

Need some support?

CCTing is a time of change and can be overwhelming. You are not on your own. A list of support and wellbeing facilities can be found here: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/training-exams/practice/gp-wellbeing/wellbeing-help.aspx

Public Narrative for Primary Care Networks

Thu, 16 May 2019 12:00:00 +0100

Do you want to know how to share your story better to improve engagement as a leader - then consider using the public narrative? Hear from experts on how to create your own public narrative.

Using the public narrative is a way of sharing personal stories to convey a message and leading to a call to action. With primary care networks growing and a new generation of leaders coming forward, is the public narrative a way to help shape the network and improve engagement?

In this episode, I talk to Claire Thomas a salaried GP and owner of Clairemariethomas.com and Stuart Jackson of ICE creates. As they teach me about the public narrative and how it might benefit you, your network and your patients, particularly in sharing a unified, effective message.

Choose your platform of choice below.

Helen Stokes-Lampard talking about Enid shaped care:

https://youtu.be/MbqVDHbL7Wo

Barak Obama democratic conference video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFPwDe22CoY

Marshall Ganz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7CW_10C7lQ

Prince Harry interview on his mental health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z60ERms-bsY

Clean Language: https://cleanlearning.co.uk/resources/faq/what-is-clean-language

Contact Claire or Stuart below:

Claire Thomas: http://www.clairemariethomas.com/tag/storytelling/

Stuart Jackson: http://www.icecreates.com/

Patients Know Best - an eGPlearning Podblast interview with Mohammad Al-Ulbaydli

Fri, 10 May 2019 17:00:00 +0100

Patients Know Best - an eGPlearning Podblast interview with Mohammad Al-Ulbaydli

Do you want to know more about sharing information between clinicians and patients?In this episode, we hear from Mohammad Al-Ulbaydli the CEO of Patients Know Best (PKB) - who allow you portable online access to your medical information and more.

We cover a variety of aspects including:

Why and how he started this company,
How this developed into a product
The lessons he learned including working with Great Ormand St hospital
How PKB works and brings control and safety to patient care
How this works with safeguarding data
How he came up with the name for PKB
How this can be used by practices and primary care networks from now including the cost
How sharing patient data can save money in our health economy
His favourite work based app: Stitcher - listen to eGPlearning on Stitcher here.
His favourite non-work app: Scribd - the Netflix of books.
How he would spend £100m on health tech with no red tape.

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Online Patient Consultation tips: Top 5 (2019)

Thu, 09 May 2019 12:00:00 +0100

Online patient consultation tips (2019) - my top 5 tips...

Do you want to know the best way to get the most out of your online consultations?

This video covers my top 5 tips for patients having a video consultation with a GP or clinician.

Following these tips will make your consultation easier, safer and more effective for both you and your physician.

Tip 1: Identity check

Tip 2: Internet data connection

Tip 3: Dress code

Tip 4: Privacy (and an extra tip - headphones)

Tip 5: Documentation.

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Video consultations:Top 5 tips for GPs and primary care

Thu, 02 May 2019 12:00:00 +0100

Watch this video for my top 5 tips for doing effective patient video consultations as a GP or in primary care. Subscribe below for more…

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In this video see my top 5 tips to doing effective patient consultations by a video of telemedicine interface. If you do consultations by this route - learn some further tools that may help you work faster.

Tip 1: Where do you look

Tip 2: What do you look like?

Tip 3: Headsets

Tip 4: Rapid documentation: If you want to document consultations faster try the eGPlearning support pack.

Tip 5: Manage interruptions.

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Video Consultation Top 5 tips

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Medic Bleep - The Whatsapp of healthcare?

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 17:00:00 +0100

Do you want to learn about Medic Bleep - a safe and effective clinical alternative to Whatsapp for clinicians? Listen to this episode with the CEO of Medic Creations - Sandeep Bansal as we talk about the safe and responsible use of technology in primary care, Medic Bleep and more.

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In this episode listen to Dr Gandalf talk with Dr Sandeep Bansal, CEO of Medic Creations which has created Medic Bleep - a safe and effective alternative to Whatsapp for clinicians.

We start by hearing Sandeep's personal journey from GP trainee to health tech entrepreneur. We hear how he changed the direction of the product to make it safe and responsible in use and the impact it had on patient care.

Download on Android

Download on iOS

We also hear how you can use Medic Bleep in your area, particularly in the wake of the pager ban in UK health care by Matt Hancock.

Finally, hear Sandeep's favourite work and non-work app and his innovative answer on how to spend £100 million on health tech with no red tape.

StrikedeckFootball manager:

If you are interested to learn more contact him on sandeep@mediccreations.com

or see the website: https://www.medicbleep.com/

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Standing desks in General Practice

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +0100

Do you want to know what it is like to use a standing desk in General Practice? Watch this video to see if this is your new time saver and patient engagement method.

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On your Feet Britain: a campaign to get people to be more activeGet Britain standing: a campaign to use standing desks.

Standing desks in General Practice can be useful and effective both for clinician health and improved patient engagement and education.

Also, see how standing desk use is viewed from a patient perspective in consultation. Click the image below to see the video.

https://youtu.be/dRK85laV_MQ

Standing desk to consider in General Practice

Flytta 2 desk: A great full standing desk and consistently top of class. Can be bought without the top if needed.

DrGandalf's YoYo- 90: The actual desk I use, robust and stable. Great desk riser

YoYo 90 plus anti-fatigue mat: As above with the anti-fatigue mat combination good for getting started.

The facts benefits and cons of using standing desks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhkigA368mEThe truth about Standing desks:

Alternate standing desks in general practice

Duronic DM05D1 desk riser: A cheaper desk riser, good base but I prefer the YoYo brand.

Flexispot anti-fatigue mat: A good mat to help prevent fatigue after standing.

YoYo desk mini: The smaller YoYo version. Also has a larger variant at 120cm if wanted.

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How to prescribe an app using ORCHA

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 12:01:00 +0100

Do you want to know the best way to prescribe an app for a patient? Watch this video and learn how to do it (and for free...)

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In this video, I show you how to use ORCHA to evaluate and prescribe healthcare apps to your patients safely and effectively.

Also, check out https://www.egplearning.co.uk/ORCHA for a free three-month trial offer.

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What is ORCHA?

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +0100

Hear about ORCHA (Organisation for Review of Care and Health Apps) from Liz Ashall-Payne its CEO and winner of Most Influential Technology CEO of the Year 2019 and an offer to use for free below!!!!!

Hear about how ORCHA was created, how it is like the BNF of apps and how you can use it for patient care, PLUS a special offer for interested clinicians.

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Andy and Gandhi speak with Liz Ashall-Payne, the innovative CEO leading ORCHA into tackling digital health application use and providing validity and safety to a growing area of healthcare.

We talk about her journey, what ORCHA is and how they review apps. We talk about the review and prescribing process, how you can use it as a clinician in primary care, and more.

Finally, we finish with a special offer for all clinicians who want to use ORCHA for free...

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ORCHA trial offer

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 11:00:00 +0100

Use ORCHA to help engage in digital primary care with eGPlearning.

We have negotiated an amazing offer for all of our eGPlearners. Sign up to ORCHA using the link below and get three months free access to the professional license that allows you to prescribe apps to patients as a clinician.

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PCN and GP Practice planning tool- DR PESTLES

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +0100

If you want a resource to help you plan your primary care network (PCN) or GP practice then use DR PESTLES.

This video explains the resource and how you can use it to plan local healthcare delivery.

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DR PESTLES helps you explore the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of the following areas that can affect your practice or PCN:

- Demographics- Regulatory- Political- Economical- Social- Technology- Legal- Environmental- Services

To access spreadsheet use the link below.

https://mailchi.mp/021afa3605bd/drpestles

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Equipment to record patient consultations for teaching – a guide

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

A part of GP training is being able to record patient consultations for teaching purposes. But what equipment do you use?

This Podcast will explore the best equipment to record patient consultations for training practices and cover options for various budgets to help you decide. For the full article see the blog article:

https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/

For the video click here.

In this podcast I cover a variety of options:

01.30 Webcam - Logitech C920 - https://amzn.to/2Tuznrx03.25 Tablet - iPad - https://amzn.to/2NSRYaC and stand- https://amzn.to/2CcjcEK05.25 Smartphones06:00 Camcorder - https://amzn.to/2CmjLvV07.00 External microphones0730 DIY rig - https://egplearning.co.uk/technology/equipment-to-record-patient-consultations-for-teaching-a-guide/07.50 Shotgun mic - Takstar 598 - https://amzn.to/2NZ77HP08.30 Manfrotto stand - https://amzn.to/2F0axXL08.45 SD cards - https://amzn.to/2HsgG0F09.00 IRIS Discovery kit GDPR safe system - https://www.irisconnect.com/uk/products-and-services/video-technology-for-teachers/

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Apps for nurses + and other tools

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Apps for nurses + and other tools

Do you want apps for nurses, pharmacists, physician associates or other healthcare professionals to help in primary care?

Then watch this and see tools to help you in practice, help patients, your learning and benefit you.

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Covered in this episode:

Tools to help you in practice
Tools to help patients
Tools to help your learning
Tools to help you

For the slides and all the links click here or below:

Click here for slides and more

Tools to help in practice:

eGPlearning and eGPlearning Podblast
BNF/cBNF:
Notts APC
Reference sites like CKS, GP Notebook, Patient.info, Up2date
YouTube channels like eGPlearning, Arorameded, RCGP
MDCalc: YouTube: https://youtu.be/YSSAXCTeHu8
Labtest Online: YouTube: https://youtu.be/eFndyXjTnBM
TheNNT.com: YouTube: https://youtu.be/qqBJ_YNPDb4
DermnetNZ
BAD
Rightbreathe

Tools to help patients

NHS.uk
RCN
NHS app library backed by ORCHA
ARC and summit medical group
Sleepio
Headspace: YouTube: https://youtu.be/R676uNsMDbI
Calm
Learnmyway

Tools to help your learning

Evernote, One Note, Google drive: https://youtu.be/-inbZVvck-0
Clarity Teamnet
Camscanner: YouTube: https://youtu.be/1vkqWvRY-1E
Social Media: YouTube: https://youtu.be/CN8qlg-0OB4
Medex app
Prognosis your diagnosis

Tools to help you

Password protection:
Twitter: YouTube: https://youtu.be/FYAbkbBMFVc
Facebook - YouTube: https://youtu.be/RsGFV6nOf9Y
Keybr: YouTube: https://youtu.be/pNtomdyX56E
Nottinghamshire LMC app: YouTube:

The future of Nottingham digital healthcare by Connected Notts.

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:00:00 +0000

This episode if a live podcast recording at the Nottingham CCG NottsGPNelearning practice learning event.

Hear Andy Evans talk about the development of the Nottingham Digital journey for patients and how healthcare is developing in Nottingham.

This engaging talk will explain why patients may use digital access and the potential benefits the future of healthcare may offer in the next year.

Apps for nurses and more

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:00:00 +0000

This episode if a live podcast recording at the Nottingham CCG NottsGPNelearning practice learning event.

Listen to DrGandalf of eGPlearning explain the variety of apps and resources that can be used by nurses and other health care workers to deliver primary care, help patients and improve their learning and own lives.

With notable highlights of the eGPlearning website and YouTube channel, BNF app, Keybr, Bluelight card and more.

To get a copy of the slides use this link.

Money advice for GP locums, partners and practices

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Watch this video to learn all the important financial and money advice tips when you work as a GP locum, partner, salaried, portfolio doctor and even as a GP practice.

Useful for anyone in primary care including covering IR35, new tax, pension (including NHS pension) and tech tool tips and more.

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02.10 Claim back exam fees04.00 Register as self-employed especially as a locum or partner05.58 Designated business account - how and why. 07.37 Register with an accountant. Consider : Folman & Co http://folmanandco.co.uk/08.54 Should you use the practice accountant or not?11.00 Pensions!!! A brief explanation of this complicated area. 14.35 Submitting pension payment forms and the Capita amnesty on this…16.00 GPSurvival signposting as a guide to sort out your pension access - https://membership.generalpracticesurvival.co.uk/17.20 What can I claim my tax back for?20.30 Can you claim tax back for your home use?22.00 Insurance claims and others…?23.35 Making tax digital24.30 Accountancy software like Xero and Quickbooks - what you should consider using as a practice or as a locum28.30 What is IR35 and how does it affect you as a GP?30.25 Working as a limited company as a GP.32.20 Contact Jenny Folman at either www.folmanandco.co.uk or folmanandco@gmail.com.

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Budget tool fo GPs

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Do you need a Budget tool as a GP?

There are lots of tools to help you budget your finances, but none that are specifically designed for GPs. Until now.

Watch the video here and watch how the eGPlearning GP budget planner may help to keep track of your finances.

To access the tool go to the GP productivity page here.

This simple to use budget tool can be used in Microsoft excel or Google drive and is free to use and access till 14.3.19. After which simply join the eGPlearning mailing list below to continue to get free access.

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Social Media Guidance for clincians

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome to this session on social media guidance for clinicians by Andy and Gandhi of eGPlearning Podblast in conjunction with HTN digital week. They explore the various platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and others, and how to use them, including relevant aspects for UK based clinicians to understand when using social media.

This is recorded as part of the HTN Digital week.

Contact Andy: https://twitter.com/drawfoster

Contact Gandhi: https://linktr.ee/drgandalf52

HTN: https://www.thehtn.co.uk/

Social media guidance for clinicians

Working knowledge of key social media platforms to include Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Whatsapp + others. How to use these platforms for education and CPD

Understand the implications of using these platforms as a GP

The do and do not rules of social media including guidance.

Our hints and tips to make it all manageable

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How to use email in General Practice

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 11:00:00 +0000

How to use email in General Practice

After Matt Hancock announced that email should be used over faxes and even post for communication with patients, some practices may be struggling to understand how to make these changes. This video post will highlight some of the areas to consider and tips on how to do this.

Set upWhat system will you use- currently approved are nhs.net and office365. Criteria for other providers can be found here. https://digital.nhs.uk/services/nhsmail/the-secure-email-standardIt is worth having a patient facing inbox/address and a practice-based one for different communication routes. Consider different ones for results/ prescribing etc. Suggest a generic email address for each to manage with a clear description as part of the email address ie prescriptionspracticeX@nhs.net or appointmentsSurgeryY@office365.com as examples. Consider who and how often you will monitor the inboxesEstablish as a practice how the additional time needed to run emails will be used, especially if clinically basedIf this is a system change, make this public. Use waiting room displays, footers on letters, social media platforms and patient participation groups (PPG) to advocate the use. Even consider a link on the prescription counterfoil. Test wording of standard letters to make sure the practice is happy, even agree with indemnity provider or PPG if appropriate.Email communication is part of the clinical record. Look at how this will be stored or transferred. If standard letters are used these may not need adding directly, but a clear system for recordings like templates or autoconsultations/macros should be used. Consider using mailing list providers to help make this process easier, however, discuss with your local IT department on governance of providers.

Sign upAbide by the data protection guidelines like GDPR, collecting information for what you need. Use either sign up sheet or confirmation via SMS/email with a link to your rules. A key tip is make this public ie on your website and use the link to share- easy via email, SMS or other. Make this the central governance hub for all your documents so you only have to update one place. I would recommend adding a box that the patient agrees to all disclaimers as per below. This should be repeated in the confirmation message. In this sheet/link be clear about how the practice will use the communication ie - sharing results, clinic letters, appointment information etc. If unsure or starting, try areas you are comfortable with and progress from there. Use a template or autoconsultation/ macro to make this process easier for staff to support patients. On sign up, instill a test email or SMS is sent at that time to confirm the identity and accuracy of the information given. In this test email or message include a link to whitelisting emails. This is where a user confirms this is an email they want to receive. Include this in the footer of your emails as well which will help to ensure the messages do not end up in the junk folder. The following is an excellent link which shows this information

https://www.whatcounts.com/resources/checklists/how-to-whitelist-emails/An additional option to help patients is to guide them to use folders to sort their emails from the practice.

Disclaimers:

Also, include a disclaimer about patients protecting their data once they have received it. A practice is not responsible for onwards use or transmission of email or text message once it has been received by the patient/service userInclude also that maintaining the integrity of the contact method ie correct number is the responsibility of the patient.Commercial

to change your user preferences in SystmOne

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Do you get frustrated with not knowing how to make TPP SystmOne work better for you?

Watch this video as part of the eGPlearning #TipThursday to see my personal recommendations on how to tweak it to your needs including reducing excessive notifications and making tasks and letter workflow work smarter.

Commented as an avid user and admin of S1 FBUG (unofficial but awesome user group for S1) which you can join too.

(pssstt...remember to answer BOTH compulsory questions. Feel free to join the mailing list too for more resources.)

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Is Clockify the time tracking tool for primary care?

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 11:00:00 +0000

How can you easily track all those time sinks in primary care without resorting to the limited method of pen and paper?

What is the best way to track the time your staff and peers use in practice?

Clockify is a tool that allows you to track time and do it easily, effectively and for free across the entire team.

https://clockify.me/

Watch this video to see the whole review.

At the time of filming it is even more pertinent as the GP news magazine PulseToday has launched their GP workload survey. If you are a GP and watching this before the 15.2.19 please fill in this survey.:https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/gpworkload2019

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Which foods have FODMAPS? Can FastFODMAP help?

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 11:00:00 +0000

FODMAPS are complex carbohydrate chains with some evidence linked as triggers for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Avoiding FODMAPS can help a patient experience fewer symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits.

Understanding which foods have FODMAPS, however, is complex. This episode looks at how using an app this can be supported, including some extra information about games in the app and cautions on using it.

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The best primary care paediatric resource: Paediatric Pearls?

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 11:00:00 +0000

What do you think is the best primary care paediatric resources?

In my experience, I have yet to find a complete resource that beats the paediatric pearls website.

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Created by Dr Julia Thompson and her team, based in London working for the NHS, paediatric pearls regularly produce and update paediatric newsletters for both primary care (general practice) and emergency medicine. In addition, they collate guidelines for condition management and referral guidance for most paediatric conditions.

As a result, paediatric pearls is an excellent resource for helping with your continuous professional development (CPD/ CME) especially for GP trainees (AiT).

Check out the site above or find it on our eGPlearning Paediatric resource page.

Alternately, contact them on Twitter: @Paedspearls on Twitter

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Top 5 GP apps eGPlearning Podblast

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Watch this session as Andy and Gandhi of the eGPlearning Podblast discuss their top 5 GP apps.

Covering a variety of apps that you may want to use in general practice either for yourself or the benefit of your patients. This session also includes some honourable mentions.

This session is created as part of the HTN Digital week.

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Honourable Mention:

Omnifocus: https://www.omnigroup.com/omnifocus/

5: NHS Quicker https://nhsquicker.co.uk/

4: Headspace https://www.headspace.com/

3: Wysa https://www.wysa.io/

2: MyfitnessPal https://www.myfitnesspal.com/

1 Onenote http://www.onenote.com/?404&public=1

Gandhi:

Honourable mention

5: MDcalc https://www.mdcalc.com/

4: BNF https://www.bnf.org/products/bnfbnfcapp/

3: Camscanner https://www.camscanner.com/r1?131514295

2: Nottinghamshire LMC https://www.nottinghamshirelmc.co.uk/mobile-app/

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Best Facebook groups for GPs and primary care

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 11:00:00 +0000

This video showcases the variety of Facebook groups for GPs, primary care, and doctors.

It explains the reason for wanting to join the various groups and the importance of each.

Finally, the video shows how to get the most out of a Facebook group.

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Primary Care and Health Tech News Blast ep 3

Sat, 19 Jan 2019 15:44:48 +0000

Hello eGPlearners, in this news update- covering the big stories for primary care over the past week…. lets tech-enhance your primary careIf the first time we are meeting Im Dr Gandalf of eGPlearning where I look at supporting you with technology-enhanced primary care and learning so don't forget to subscribe and ring the bell to be the first to get notified of all these updates. https://egplearning.co.uk/Let us startGP partnership reviewThis piece of the future of General practice was released on Monday 14.1.19 as led by Nigel Watson with seven recommendations at the heart of the review. Recommendation 1: There are significant opportunities that should be taken forward to reduce the personal risk and unlimited liability currently associated with GP partnerships. Recommendation 2: The number of General Practitioners who work in practices, and in roles that support the delivery of direct patient care, should be increased and funded. Recommendation 3: The capacity and range of healthcare professionals available to support patients in the community should be increased, through services embedded in partnership with general practice. Recommendation 4: Medical training should be refocused to increase the time spent in general practice, to develop a better understanding of the strengths and opportunities of primary care partnerships and how they fit into the wider health system. Recommendation 5: Primary Care Networks should be established and operate in a way that makes constituent practices more sustainable and enables partners to address workload and safe working capacity, while continuing to support continuity of high quality, personalised, holistic care. Recommendation 6: General practice must have a strong, consistent and fully representative voice at system level. Recommendation 7: There are opportunities that should be taken to enable practices to use resources more efficiently by ensuring access to both essential IT equipment and innovative digital services.From a digital perspective recommendation 7 is key. Updating systems and allowing innovation must happen, Digitising records would be a major support to practices and help to tackle another uncosted area on subject access requests. Taking this burden away from partners would be very useful. Also working better with statutory organisations for reports for DWP and DVLA would be helpful and reduce considerable administrative burdens on practices. In this past week I have done three reports for the same patient all relating to the DWP- one unified system would reduce unnecessary workload. Updating our IT infrastructure and policies more in line with consumer tech is also a must. Tackling the ‘computer says no’ mentality due to a reliance on legacy IT would allow primary care to truly innovate, and I eagerly await the day I do not have to use internet explorer 8 in practice. Many will know I have been critical of the interim review which was published last year. The final review is, however, a good document that identifies the challenges facing partnership and also commends the positive impact the partnership model has in primary care. Several of the recommendations are high quality and call on other pieces of work to deliver an improvement for partnership in practice- particularly the call for a sort out of indemnity and the premises review. I do still feel strongly that a key piece lacking is a direct request to increase the global sum funding for practices, as this would significantly and rapidly improve the partnership the workload impact for partners and attract more staff making it more viable and sustainable. I do still see this as a major omission of the review which is in the terms of reference. It should have been requested and using the long term plan as the vehicle to suggest increased funding does not directly help as this still r

The best haematology app? Buku Haematology

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 11:00:00 +0000

What is the best haematology app?

Watch this review of Buku Haematology - a useful clinical reference resource that details how to manage haematological investigation results, work up for common haematological conditions and emergencies.

With a clean interface and clear explanations and reference to BMJ, CKS and national guidance it really is a valuable resource for anyone in primary care.

The highs and lows section covers individual test results and the implications of them to help clinicians understand how to manage the results in the context of each patient.

The coagulation section gives useful guides on problems with coagulation including FAQs on DOACs like Rivaroxaban.

The workup section explains common presentations and considerations for haematological conditions and how to manage from a primary care perspective and what point to refer.

The obstetric section has useful criteria for managing anaemia in pregnancy. The emergency section helps guide how to manage complex haematological emergencies.

Created by Dr Alex Langridge and Prof Steven O'Brian it really is a useful app that is updated in content on a regular basis.

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NHS Long term plan - Primary Care and Health Tech News Blast ep 2

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 21:55:58 +0000

Hello eGPlearners, in this news update- covering the big stories for primary care over the past week…. lets tech-enhance your primary careIf the first time we are meeting Im Dr Gandalf of eGPlearning where I look at supporting you with technology-enhanced primary care and learning so don't forget to subscribe and ring the bell to be the first to get notified of all these updates. https://egplearning.co.uk/Let us startLong term planCalled the 10year plan or 10YLTP released on 7.1.19. This video is a review of the executive summary, as the full document is 136 pages long as will take some time to digest. What are the headline points?https://www.longtermplan.nhs.uk/online-version/overview-and-summary/Split into seven chapters. Chapter 1Spend an increased amount of funds on bringing successfully implemented changes to healthcare of care to other areas. Right to digital GP consultations. (doesn't say video). Focus on networks of practices (likely to be called either neighborhoods or PCNs) to deliver care in communities for primary, community and social care to prevent hospital admissions. Focus on social prescribing, personal health budgets and the voluntary sector. Guarantee of a greater rate of funding for the first time ever under a Tory government for primary care using the previously announced £4.5b for community care by 2023/4.Shift away from hospital-based care for both outpatients (maybe video consultations for outpatient to reduce infrastructure costs like estates/parking etc). Video Consultations in primary care:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jw0ehthmFN0Focus on urgent treatment centres instead of emergency departments and same day discharge from acute wards. Chapter 2Prevention. Focus on prevention ie stop smoking, obesity programme, supporting reducing alcohol - much of this seems public health territory no longer funded by local councils - sharing the costs or shuffling the money? Focus on deprived groups with outcomes like smoking rates in pregnancy, learning disabled /autistic patients and homeless patients to name a few based on locally supported programmes. Chapter 3.This identifies priorities for care quality and improvements, particularly on mental health. Focus on cancer survival, maternity-related deaths, increasing planned (elective surgery) and ring-fenced funds for mental health (2.3bn a year by 2023/4)Chapter 4Looking at Workforce, reintroducing training budgets for health education England (taken away in recent reforms) and a workforce implementation plan for later this year. Increased funding for nursing training and routes into training including recruitment from overseas. Also new roles with a focus on professional development especially in primary care based on networks. Chapter 5 Details the focus on technology including digital access for all, interoperability of data and use of new technology like AI. This chapter will be covered in more detail in our in-depth look later in the month. Chapter 6Looks at changes to the financial structure of the NHS to maintain funding increases to prevent challenges in the future including various efficiencies ie saving £700m in administrative costs. Chapter 7The final chapter explained the implementation of the plan including legislative changes to enable rapid implementation. It recommends changes to: create publicly-accountable integrated care locally; to streamline the national administrative structures of the NHS, and remove the overly rigid competition and procurement regime applied to the NHS. This includes the shift to integrated care system models by 2021.5y GP training Straight from med school - pilot not really 5y as same time in training just different spread http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/gp-topics/education/five-year-gp-based-training-could-start-in-2021-says-nhs-england-adviser/20038049.articleMan shots GP with a cr

Must own GP app- Nottinghamshire LMC

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Must own GP app- Nottinghamshire LMC app

Hi #eGPlearners , with millions of apps out there how do you know which ones you should use. Try one of my top 5 apps as a must own GP app- the Nottinghamshire LMC app.

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The Nottinghamshire LMC app in my view is a must own GP app.

It contains multiple resources useful for any GP at any stage of their career. Linking to BMA resources means that although Nottinghamshire centric, the app is relevant to GPs in any geographic location. This includes a guidance section which is kept up to date, resources for partners, trainees, practice managers, and sessional GPs.

The app contains useful news links and contact details including local LMC events (Nottinghamshire focused).

The SHOP library allows you to share experience and innovation while the services section links to valuable resources offered by the LMC.

Finally, the Wellbeing section is diverse with multiple resources, tools, and links to financial, mental health, well-being, support and self-development help.

I find this a truly useful app with multiple resources. One development could be to enhance reporting like the BEAM to LMC app offered by the Londonwide LMC.

Take a look and download the app from the link here.

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Primary Care and Health Tech Newsblast ep 1

Sat, 05 Jan 2019 12:57:22 +0000

Hello eGPlearners, in this news update- covering the big stories for primary care over the past week including a really valuable resource to analysing appointment usage at the end.

lets tech-enhance your primary careIf the first time we are meeting Im Dr Gandalf of eGPlearning where I look at supporting you with technology-enhanced primary care and learning so don't forget to subscribe and ring the bell to be the first to get notified of all these updates.

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Let us start

GP IT shake-up by Matt Hancock - GP IT Futures frameworkmove data to cloud so by 2024 all patients can access GP services digitally, with practices able to offer online or video consultations.S1 and EMIS market leaders EMIS X already announced how will others respond?

Switching providers

Outdated IT - IE 8

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/gp-topics/it/gp-it-systems-set-for-major-overhaul-as-dhsc-launches-procurement-process/20038019.articleBoots UK acquires Wiggly-Amps - change in delivery and better tech interface - take on Pharmacy2u

https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2019/01/04/boots-uk-acquires-wiggly-amps/Test your breath to check cancerPilot at Owlstone Medical practice to use Breath Biopsy to check for unstable molecules as part of 2y trial lung cancer a likely focus but possibly others.

https://www.thehtn.co.uk/2019/01/03/tech-trial-hopes-to-detect-multiple-cancers/GDPR - government rule out exempting GPs from SARsMP Margot James feels would weaken the rights of patientsHowever the increase in the number of requests is fuelled by Lawyers who make a profit from fewer costsSiginifcant workload increase- not mirrored by other organisations like gas/ banks etcno guidance on excessive req no one wants to be the test case for ICO

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/home/finance-and-practice-life-news/government-rules-out-exempting-gps-from-gdpr-subject-access-requests/20037913.articleDNA

Big story of the week possible £200m saved 1 in 20

Cost of £30 an apt PSSRU- not paid by the individual but a cost to the system

Variety reasons, sometimes can't be helped

The overall cost to the system as a buffer sometimes it just nice- chaos and a break

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/home/finance-and-practice-life-news/patients-miss-one-in-20-gp-appointments-at-a-cost-of-200m-warns-nhs-england/20038021.article

NHS Digital GP practice data hub - area, time to apt, which healthcare professional, apt type ie f2f/telehttps://app.powerbi.com/view?r=eyJrIjoiYzU2OTA2ODktZTIyNy00ODhmLTk1ZGEtOGVlZmRlZDNjYzY3IiwidCI6IjUwZjYwNzFmLWJiZmUtNDAxYS04ODAzLTY3Mzc0OGU2MjllMiIsImMiOjh9

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Are you hoping for a Dry January?

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Are you hoping for a Dry January?

Hi #eGPlearners - are you hoping for a Dry January? Check out this Dry January app review on how the app works and whether it is useful for individuals or patients.

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It is reasonable to assume that alcohol drinking increases over December with Christmas parties, festive celebrations over the holiday period and New Years which also culminate in lesser-known occasions like Black eye Friday.

But with a new year comes change and a slew of new years resolutions. Many may participate in Dry January - where you do not drink alcohol for the whole month. To support people, the Alcohol Change UK charity has created the Dry January app, but is it any good?

The app is easy and free to download. It asks for your current drinking habits and lets you add this quickly and easily. Presenting you with an approximate unit intake, cost and calorie intake per week is also a good set of metrics to use.

The app does ask if you want to contribute and savings you make as a pledge. I think this is reasonable as the Alcohol Charity UK have created this app for free and offer you the choice. Better yet- even if you pledge it is only a percentage of the savings you have made so technically you are not paying for it.

Logging your habits is easy and customisable. The main dashboard provides clear information and some resources to support you.

However, I think the app could be improved. while Dry January can be a useful idea, for those significantly high drinkers stopping suddenly can be dangerous and clearer warnings on this would be more ideal particularly when logging your intake. Also signposting to regional support services would be a more useful way to use the app.

Overall, I like the app and think it works better than many of the tools in the patient health records I use. If it leads to a permanent change in drinking habits this can be really helpful, although it is important to remember that boom or bust methods to cut vices can sometimes lead to rebound use which can be just as damaging to a person's health. Subjectively many clinical colleagues mention higher admission rates for alcohol misuse in the first two weeks of February and Dry January may be the cause.

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3 GPs in an eGPlearning Podblast

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 16:42:19 +0000

3 GPs in an eGPlearning Podblast

Welcome by Andy, Gandhi and…….Shubz

How did Shubz get into podcasting from his mygpevents journey to listening to inspirational speakers. This led to his podcast 2GPs in a pod and speaking with Zoe Williams, Rupy Aujla and others

‘You do not have to leave medicine to do all this other cool stuff’

Gandhi talks about having flux in your working week as recommended by notable people like Warren Buffet and Pat Flynn

We discuss how to utilise time as a locum for portfolio working and balance in your roles.

Andy talks about the ease of saying yes, but the importance of saying no occasionally

We then discuss the Next Gen GP programme created by Nishma Manek with amazing talks by Nikki Kanani (our Supreme leader- including how difficult it has been for both podcasts to pin her down for an interview given NHS England oversight).

Gandhi talks about the importance of teams around you and how they can support you ie his partners and working on the podblast with Andy as a team.

Shubz echoed this with a shout out to his MyGPevents partners Mehul and Max.

We did a recap of Andy and Gandhi’s year, starting with Gandhi which including being elected and attending his first RCGP Council meeting as a National Rep, and the importance of having your say- including his controversial comments on the partnership review by Nigel Watson.

We all talked about how the omission of a baseline increase in the global sum seemed confusing and the impact of indemnity funding and planned changes to pension regulations that may significantly impact the future of GP partnerships.

Gandhi finished off with talking about his continued efforts with the eGPlearning platform including TipThursday on YouTube, and his 84km Pilgrimage in Iraq in October.

Andy talks about his work with the NCGPA including signposting health- a project applicable to any locality to help with practice-based signposting, his video journey for patient information videos for the area:

Which has gone mainstream by being shown in the Broadway Cinema in Nottingham in the new year.

He also talked about the power as a partner being able to innovate in your own practice. HIs focus has been on creating a user-friendly website seen here: Parkside medical practice

Note Andy did all the illustrations, which is also on offer to your our listeners as part of the collaborator reward for supporting the eGPlearning Podblast on Patreon ac

Do you need some Headspace?

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Hi #eGPlearners do you need some Headspace?

Working in healthcare whether as a GP, part of the primary care team or in hospitals can be emotionally stressful. There are many ways to manage stress and lately mindfulness is seen as an effective tool to support stress management. But access can be tricky – so let us look to technology to help in the form of Headspace.

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Headspace was founded in 2010 by Rich Pierson and Andy Puddicombe (who wrote the Headspace guide to Mindfulness and Medication). The Headspace platform offers unique content varying from guided meditations to animations and videos via the Headspace website and mobile app, teaching users the techniques of mindfulness.

The app is free to download and use with extra features behind a subscription paywall. These extra functions include modules to help deal with stress, difficulties in focusing, sleep issues, chronic pain, fear of flying and more. It also has dedicated sections to help with younger people such as settling the active child at night.

The variable module length is useful with a minimum of 3 minutes meaning anyone can use at some point in the day.

I love the animations which do draw me in, and the interface which is easy to use. The guided meditations work well and its simplicity is a key reason I do recommend this app to patients as well. With often limited timely access to mental health support, I have found this a useful tool for several patients as an adjunct to their treatment. Just simply switch on the app, select your module and time length, audio or headphones on and go.

The app also continues to work if you have to multi-task with your device. I accept this may defeat the object of guided mindfulness- but a useful feature to know about.

Additionally, the app is resource packed including the obstacle section in the settings which are short free modules which offer advice on overcoming obstacles when trying to use the app such as worry, posture, stiffness, pain etc.

With the rise of AI assistants like Google Home, Siri, and Alexa you can also set Headspace to run from these systems like using the Headspace Skill for your Amazon Echo.

As mentioned the extra modules come at a cost. Last year Headspace was offered as part of the BMA membership at a reduced rate (as mentioned in a previous eGPlearning Podblast episode).

Currently, the app is on offer for £44 for a year compared to £9.99 a month or £72 a year if paid annually.

Another option is to sign up at a reduced rate via Anxiety UK as part of their membership.

I do like the interface and it is simple to use, however, I would like to change the voice if possible to customise it more, also I can see how social sharing of goals can be a valuable asset, much how many running apps use this method as a motivator. However, I can also appreciate this is not a feature all users would want given how physical health and mental health are viewed.

Feel free to given Headspace a try either for yourself or for patients.

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How to use Twitter as a clinician- hints and tips

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 20:04:40 +0000

Hi #eGPlearners

Welcome to the weekly showcase of Technology-enhanced primary & learning resources from eGPlearning.

In this final part of the series on using Twitter as a clinician, I share my own personal hints and tips on using Twitter and how you can use it to collect and manage your continuous professional development (CPD).

This episode contains hints on who to follow, how to engage in a twitter debate, which primary care and clinical hasthtags are worth following, and how to create your won CPD Twitter system.

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Anatomy of a Tweet

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Anatomy of a Tweet

Hi #eGPlearners – Do you know the anatomy of a tweet?

In this episode of TipThursday we continue the series looking at how to use Twitter as a clinician by looking deeper at what I call the anatomy of a tweet.

This episode is a showcase of the Twitter interface including how to use the newsfeed, search, trending and moments, sections, notifications, personal messages, exploring your own and other’s profiles, retweeting, quoting and liking a tweet; and how to create a tweet including images, videos, gifs and more.

This video uses my own personal profile and references various others including @matthancock and @NikkiKF.

If you want to subscribe to the DrGandalf UK Primary care twitter list see here: https://twitter.com/drgandalf52/lists/drgandalf-uk-primary-care/members

Next week we explore more specifically how Twitter may help you as a clinician, how you can use it for continuous professional development and a few of my personal tips.

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Are video consultations the future of primary care?

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:03:29 +0000

eGPLearning Podblast Video Consultations Nov 2018

Welcome & Thanks to our sponsor

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Welcome to those watching us on youtube...

We are trying something new we are recording a behind the scenes video as special content for our youtube followers.

Thanks for your feedback and retweets...

@Jaycemelody

@SonaliKinra

@thehealth1tech

@NCGPANotts

@NottsLMC

@somedocs doctors on social media group - retweeted us- thanks

@annalise2406 - great feedback re the app and iplato

@orcha - app review organisation connected with NHS App Library - kindly retweeted us

@NikkiKF - acting Director of Primary care for NHS England

What have we been doing?

Andy - New sketch - Dr Damocles http://avoidingpuddles.com/2018/10/15/dr-damocles-looks-for-a-new-partner/
Gandhi - Pilgrimage - read more on blog post, eGP DRAMA, #TipThursday, RCGP Council Representative - First Meeting

Today main Topic is Video Consultations…

Remember listeners - we are not experts, these are just our opinions

Is there demand?

Venture capital and investors are putting money behind it so there is believe in the technology and concept from investors.
@UNHS_Cripps Have experimented with
@MattHancock (Health Secretary) is a GP at Hand patient and advocate of technology and is behind the concept.

But what problem are we solving?

Low capacity or convenience?
Probably more for patient convenience than increase capacity - but maybe if replaces home visits?...

What happens in a typical video consultation?

Gandhi describes his experience of working with Babylon Health @babylonhealth

Discussion of video consultation business models…

Babylon / GP at Hand, LIVI, QDoctor, Push doc

How to sign up to twitter as a doctor

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Hi #eGPlearners

I am a big fan of social media and often I get asked how can I use social media effectively as a clinician. In this series, we will look at how to use Twitter as a clinician.

Twitter is a micro-blog site that lets you post (tweet) comments or re-port (retweet) comments of others to share information. Originally tweets were limited to 140 characters but this has now increased to 280 – however, you still have to be concise.

Twitter allows the rapid sharing of information and can be an effective way of supporting learning and information discovery as well as networking.

This TipThursday focuses on the basics of creating an account the first step to using Twitter. This includes creating your own profile and initial guidance on where to find medical tweeters (or twits if you want ;p) to follow (check out this twitter list for hints). For information on creating safe passwords read the blog post here:

Next week we will look at the anatomy of a tweet including common terms and how you can post, learn more about profiles and start on your journey to become a part of the Twitterati. The final week will cover more tips on using Twitter including specifically as a clinician and important considerations.

Please comments and share any challenges you have, or if this TipThursday has made you take the leap into Twitter let me know. I am happy to help on @drgandalf52 or @egplearning.

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NHS Digital resources to help you be safe using health technology

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Hi #eGPlearners

Welcome to the weekly showcase of Technology-enhanced primary & learning resources from eGPlearning.

This episode looks at NHS Digital resources and governance posted on the eGPlearning Facebook page (facebook.com/Egplearning/) or available here:

This is pertinent guidance that talks about four key areas such as instant messaging apps, video conferencing, bring your own device (BYOD) and mobile device use in hospital.

Listen to the video below or read our brief notes under for more details.

Messaging apps:

This document outlines key aspects such as encryption, passcode use, notification issues, and remote wiping- key aspects with most of the following guidance.

The guidance does not specify which apps to use despite mentioning a few and ignores apps specifically used for secure healthcare instant messaging like Siilo, Forward and Cupris to name a few. This was covered in our previous episodes of the eGPlearning Podblast about GDPR and our interview with Dr Aisha Malik.

Video Conferencing:

This guidance offers information about the use of video conferencing as a service provider, clinician and aspects for patients to be aware. It also offers a template consent form citing that use should not be compulsory. These are interesting aspects which are covered in more detail in the upcoming eGPlearning Podblast episode out at the end of this month. Click the links below to make sure you subscribe for this episode which talks in depth about video conferencing in primary care.

BYOD

Increasingly BYOD is being considered for healthcare delivery given the lower cost to organisations and increasing in remote and part time working. This document does outline key issues to consider as both a provider and user. Particularly focusing on safety and responsibility such as two-factor authentication, sandboxing of software and remote wiping of data.

Mobile device use in hospitals.

How devices are used is changing. This document does outline key considerations and regulations that are applicable. The last sheet is an excellent summary.

What are your thoughts on these NHS Digital resources?

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Podblast interview- Dr Aisha Malik - Doctors in Business

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 07:00:00 +0000

eGPlearning Podblast is the UK's leading primary care focussed health tech podcast by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, interviews with primary care health tech innovators and in-depth perspectives on health tech.

Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster).

In this episode, Dr Gandalf talks to Dr Aisha Malik owner of Doctorsinbusiness.org a website which is dedicated to getting doctors and medics more visible online.

We talk about her acceptance onto the Clinical entrepreneur fellowship led by Prof Tony Young (@DrTonyYoung).

We discuss if GPs are ideally placed to change the NHS.

I challenge Aisha to Make a video blog for all the eGPlearners to learn from regarding her experiences.

Aisha then explains her top 5 tips for using social media as a practice. See her Pulsetoday article here.

We then discuss the implications of consulting on social media including how that may differ from the work of Babylon, Pushdoctor and Doctor Care Anywhere.

I then ask Aisha her favourite work an non-work related apps. We talk about a project management app Asana and then discuss other methods like Siilo or Forward.

We then talk about her favourite non-clinical app- Audible - like the netflix of reading - ideal for any podcast listeners.

We finish off asking the perennial question. How would you spend £100 million on health tech with no red tape.

To contact Dr Aisha Malik either on twitter or on the Doctorsinbusiness website.

Here is your certificate of engagement.

In the next episode, we cover the implications of telemedicine in primary care- small topic ......honest.

Should you stand as a GP?

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Sitting is the new smoking. Staying sedentary for several hours a day increases your risk of diabetes. So should you stand as a GP?

I remember visiting my GP as a child. Sit in the waiting room normally sullen and low because of yet another episode of tonsillitis.

Then I was called into the doctor’s office. I would enter a room that CQC would now shut down in a heartbeat with mosaic rugs, plush furry chairs, and a beautiful mahogany desk.

And there was the GP….sitting behind his desk. I remember him moving in his chair to get some forms from a cabinet. I remember him asking me to stand as he examined me sitting in his executive chair, and I remember him always sitting behind a desk.

Fast forward to a couple of years ago. I remember finishing work with my shoulders feeling tight, my lower back aching for a stretch, as I scooted in my chair to get a form from my cabinet next to my desk. It was at that point I realised I had been sitting in my chair for over four hours.

I wanted to change this sedentary life. I had a chat with my partners and highlighted I would be changing my room. Shortly after I got a rising desk (Yoyo-90).

I love it. The build quality is excellent with significant heft. The hydraulic risers are simple to clip and push my whole station upwards to allow me to stand. Initially I could only manage an hour or so before my legs tired out and I had to sit again. A further investment in a standing mat helped there. Within a month I was standing while doing all my admin. Then I took the plunge and stood while consulting with patients.

Some will feel less happy about standing while consulting. I know in sharing my story I have heard several criticisms such as:

It means you are trying to rush the patient
To stand over a patient is to exert a power dynamic in the consultation
It means you are trying to hide the screen from the patient

Over the past year, I have not found any of these to be true.

In my clinic, patients sit while I stand (see the chairs above).
If a patient feels uncomfortable I will sit, however, I have only been asked this twice in the past 18 months.
When there is a need for additional empathy, I often sit next to the patient.
I actively share my screens when needed with the patients.
Patients often comment on the desk, about seeing similar in the media and how positive such changes are.

Sounds encouraging and even our Secretary of State for Health and Social Care – Matt Hancock is very pro-standing desks.

However, it is important to recognise that standing desks on their own is not enough. This is a useful article and another here that comments on the opposing view. This includes complications of standing for long periods (tiredness, varicose veins, musculo-skeletal pain from adjusted positions of screens etc.)

Encouraging our patients to be more active is important. So for Self-care week, I am showing how it works in my practice. Watch the video below and feedback your thoughts on should you stand as a GP?

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When should I worry?

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 07:00:00 +0000

Hi #eGPlearners

Welcome to the weekly showcase of Technology-enhanced primary & learning resources from eGPlearning.

When should I worry? This is a common question for parents when looking after an unwell child. In primary care, this can often be a challenge for clinicians to manage due to parental anxiety, the expectation of treatments like antibiotics, concerns about antibiotic resistance and growing demand.

A helpful resource which can be used with and for patients is the When should I worry booklet found at www.whenshouldiworry.com.

This short booklet provides clear and helpful advice on managing common conditions that can be self-managed by parents, with advice on self-care options, symptom management and importantly clear guidance on when to see further advice.

The website even offers training on how to use the booklet effectively, and it is available in a variety of languages. Taking it one step further, you may choose to send parents the weblink for the booklet and for the English version: use this helpful case-sensitive shortlink: bit.ly/eGPlearningWSIW

For proactive practices, you could send this as a public information message to all registered parents or share via practice social media channels.

Watch the video guide below and free to share your thoughts on this resource and as always:

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The NHS app - an eGPlearning Podblast perspective

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:14:04 +0000

eGPlearning PodBlast - Introducing the NHS App

Welcome to our deep dive episode on the upcoming NHS app - which we cover multiple areas of primary care and patient care. A highly opinionated episode which we encourage your comments and feedback on.

1.00 Thank you Sponsor - HTN The Health Tech Newspaper (HTN)- an innovative daily news and opinion website for the health tech network.

1.40 Thank you to our followers: @SonaliKinra @NottsLMC @NCGPANottm @Jacey_Melody @JThambyrajah @KalindiKrishna @RcgpFaculties @2GPs_in_a_Pod , @DME_Health, @BenXGowland , @EvilGP and @drNickHarvey -creator of Digitalis

2.25 Andy has had a cold and been on a cruise

2.40 Gandhi has also had a holiday, working on TipThursday especially the Kardia Alivekor episode with a free resource on the episode available here.

3.30 Today we are talking about the upcoming NHS app

We are going to talk about the app. This was inspired by a great article by our friends at Gizmodo. http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2018/08/exclusive-heres-what-the-new-nhs-app-will-look-like-and-why-it-could-have-been-so-much-worse/

The intentions behind the app are exactly what you might expect: Make it easier for patients to access healthcare services, cut down on administrative burden, and eventually provide a means to connect with other health apps, like Fitbit and Apple’s Health app.

Jeremy Hunt set out “8 challenges” for the app

(7.20) Symptom checking and triage (i.e. figuring out if you’re just being a hypochondriac or whether you should be in an ambulance right now)- eConsultation, webGP, babylon AI
(13.00) Access to your medical records and security issues.
(23.10) GP appointment booking
(28.20) Repeat prescription ordering
(29.50) Changing data sharing preferences
(31.38) Changing organ donation preferences
(33.38) Changing end of life care choices - DNAR medical decision
(38.50) Promoting “approved apps” to patients - see the NHS app library and @OrchaUK

(42.50) Summary of our views (including a compliment for Jeremy Hunt!!!!) including the issue of photo ID verification to use the app.

These are discussed in turn during the show...

(49.00) Sign off and next episode spoilers

Do let us know what you think?

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eGP DRAMA - eGPlearning TipThursday

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 15:58:30 +0000

Hi #eGPlearners

Welcome to the weekly showcase of Technology-enhanced primary & learning resources from eGPlearning.

This week TipThursday covers a resource from the eGPlearning platform – the eGP DRAMA plan

eGP DRAMA (eGPlearning General Practice Disaster Record And Management Action) plan is a fail-safe document used as an adjunct to you practice business continuity plan.

It identifies and helps record pertinent practice-related information that if not available at key times can lead to significant stress and impact on the business of running a practice. Particularly with larger scale working, such information needs safeguarding and access at appropriate times.

To store the document ensure either keeping a hard copy in a safe location or preferably store on an encrypted USB stick or password protected part of the practice intranet.

This document is free for all eGPlearners via signing up below as part of the eGPlearner induction.

However, for the first week of this video, it is accessible directly via this link: www.egplearning.co.uk/gp-productivity

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eGPlearning Podblast- Digitalis and Kardia Alivecor

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 07:13:24 +0100

eGPLearning PodBlast Digitalis & AliveCor Apps

Show Notes

Welcome listeners

In this episode we will be reviewing and test driving two exciting apps.

Digitalis - CPD and appraisal app developed by Dr Nick Harvey is a GP partner and trainer with the help of his team..

AliveCor - AF detection app and hardware

Mentioned in today’s episode

@jacey_melody

Host introductions

Dr Husain Gandhi, @DrGandalf52 , www.egplearning.co.uk/

Dr Andy Foster, @DrAWFoster , www.avoidingpuddles.com

Episode Sponsor:

HTN - Health Tech Newspaper, an innovative daily news and opinion website for the health tech network. www.thehtn.co.uk

What have your hosts been up to since last episode?

www.signpsotinghealth.com https://confetti.ac.uk

Portfolio career survey conducted by GPDQ shout out…. , https://www.gpdq.co.uk

Digitalis review

What is the Digitalis App

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) App for iOS & Android, allowing recording of CPD activity using your mobile phone http://digitalistechnology.co.uk . Synchronises with Clarity Appraisal Toolkit, https://appraisals.clarity.co.uk , or export entries as .pdf file.
Currently Free of Charge.

Who made it?

Dr Nick Harvey is a GP partner and trainer and his team http://digitalistechnology.co.uk/about-us/

App features and observations discussed:

Quickly add CPD entry, capture photos, documents, audio and video. Entries can be linked to CPD Curriculum and learning domains or PDP.
Free text search of your entries
Personalised my feed - Guidelines, HTN - our sponsor, BBC health news, Cochrane Database and many more. These can read and added directly to CPD
Notification & Messages
Share CPD activity, Ask questions, Link to other professionals, Abili

eGPlearning Podblast interview - Dr Gandalf- Hussain Gandhi

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 22:52:00 +0100

Shownotes

0.22- A shout out to our new sponsor- The Health Tech Newspaper (HTN)- an innovative daily news and opinion website for the health tech network.

1.10- How Amazon and the Blue Yeti make our podcast possible.

1.50- The interview begins.

2.40 DrGandalf's favourite clinical apps- MDCalc

3.20- Star Realms - an awesome game

4.40- The return of Captain Jean-Luc Picard

5.00- The dawn of eGPlearning

7.40 How to keep momentum

9.00- DrGandalf's current activities (hats)

9.40- GPSurvival

9.50- S1 FBUG (Systm One Facebook User Group)

10.00 RCGP work

11.50 How Andy and Gandhi met

12.30 Joining Nottingham LMC

13.40 Representation of the profession

15.00 Getting into health tech

15.50 Artificial Intelligence in Primary care

19.40 DrGandalf's paradox to fix UK healthcare

22.20 Failing and how to handle it

25.20 Podmedics

27.10- DrGandalf's role in advancing health tech

28.30- TipThursday

29.40- Keybr

30.20- DrGandalf's heroes

33.10- productivity and how to be good at it

35.10 GDPR........

35.50 How to get into health tech

37.20 another shout out to our sponsors- HTN

37.50 Another podcast to listen to The General Practice Podcast by Ben Gowland

38.30- How would you spend £100 million on health tech if you had the chance? - ATM doctors

40.50- Telemedicine

43.20 Singing off and contact.

To obtain your free certificate of engagement click here.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Primary Care

Tue, 17 Jul 2018 00:41:01 +0100

eGPLearning Podblast: Artificial Intelligence - Shownotes

This is a themed episode where we talk about Artificial Intelligence (AI) in primary care - the applications, risks and benefits to patients and clinicians.

eGPlearning Podblast is a health tech talk by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators.

Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster).

Disclaimer - We are not experts, but we are interested GPs, we are merely discussing our impressions, ideas and concerns and optimism in the hope that you may find this interesting.

Thank you:

@SonaliKinra @NottsLMC @NCGPANottm @jacey_melody @kalindikrishna @rcgpfaculties @2GPs_in_a_pod @mededbot @dme_health @karthikrishna86 @dr_zo

Update:

Andy: (1.15) - @ANorrisMP attended the practice

Gandhi: (1.38)

Thank you for electing me as @RCGP National Council representative
200 Followers on eGPlearning Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Egplearning/
#TipThursday - https://egplearning.co.uk/tag/tipthursday/

What is AI? (5.12)

Artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare: is the use of algorithms and software to approximate human cognition in the analysis of complex medical data. Specifically, AI is the ability for computer algorithms to approximate conclusions without direct human input.

When thinking about A lot of people think of Artificial General Intelligence, an artificial agent that thinks like a human, but this is thought to be a long way off.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDrDUmuUBTo

HAL 9000 from 2001 A Space Odysey is a (rather sinister) example of Artificial General Intelligence.

AI is a combination of key technologies…

Key terms, definitions and technologies:

The 4th industrial revolution

Deep learning, algorithms, fast processing, storage capacity and ability to collect large amounts of data are the foundations of the 4th industrial revolution - AI.

Logic and rules based AI…

“Top down approach”- system designers provide the rules for computer to follow
Simpler than more modern approaches, but this can be very powerful
Examples include: Automatic tax return software, Qrisk, FeverPain, FRAX (7.16)
Already used for prescription safety like OptimizeRX (7.30) and advice, flagging investigation results
Could be useful for automating simple tasks like processing some blood results

Pattern based AI...

Machine Learning (7.53) - see our episode with Jon Brassey

Episode 10- Genomics and BNF

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 00:17:18 +0100

eGPLearning Podblast Personal Genomics Special Shownotes

In this episode, Andy describes his experience of using the 23andme’s personal genetics service. We discuss his impressions, both positive and not so positive as well as privacy concerns and what the future might hold for personal genetics and how General Practice might be involved. We also explore the use of the BNF clinical app.

eGPlearning Podblast is a health tech talk by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators.

Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster).

Shout outs:

@sonaliKinra, @ncgpaNottm, @nottsLMC

Gandhi update (1.50)

Fasting in Ramadan is not easy

Podcasting for innovait - the @rcgp AiT journal - check out the latest episode shortly with @doctormayur and @dr_zo

Thank you to all the #eGPlearners for helping with rebranding of @egplearning

Andy update (3.00)

On @nottstv talking about GP plus extended GP services in Nottingham.

App review: BNF Smartphone App (4.00)

https://www.bnf.org/products/bnfbnfcapp/

HANDI (Handbook of Non-drug interventions) website (10.00)

A useful collection of non-drug resources for clinicians and patients.

Down to our Personal Genomics (10.30)

Definition: “Personal genomics or consumer genetics is the branch of genomics concerned with the sequencing, analysis and interpretation of the genome of an individual”

Who are 23andMe?

US based startup founded 2006.

Direct to consumer personal genome testing

CEO Anne Wojcicki used to be married to google’s Sergy Brin, google an early investor

Spit in a tube and they will analyse your genetic material, mitochondiral and chromosomal and present the results

They give you the opportunity to:

See an ancestory report
Find genetic relations (who want to be found)
See a report about inherited traits - baldness, unibrow….
Be aware of genetics risks for serious health problems

The process?

Order the kit - £79 Ancestory, £149 full service
Register account
Spit in a tube and post back
Wait 2-3 weeks
HumanOmniExpress-24 format chip - partial SNP (single nucleotide polymorphisms) looks at parts of the genome known to vary between individuals.
Get an email saying results are ready
Look at results.
Can see
- See an ancestry report
- Find genetic relations (who want to be found)
- See a report about inherited traits - baldness, unibrow….

Interview with Jon Brassey- Trip Database

Sat, 16 Jun 2018 01:57:19 +0100

eGPlearning Podblast is a health tech talk by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators.

Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster).

In this episode, Dr Hussain Gandhi talks to Jon Brassey (@JRBtrip) of Trip Database

Trip Database is the UKs key evidence-based medicine search engine.

We talk about Jon's journey to develop a unique and effective clinical evidence search engine that is free for all NHS staff (on contacting Jon via jon.brassey@tripdatabase.com) , how failed ventures can sometimes need resurrecting ( #bringBackTILT) , how AI and machine learning is changing the searching for clinical information and Jon's own advice for new health tech entrepreneurs.

Additionally, listeners are also able to download a free certificate of engagement for their appraisal portfolios. Click here to download.

eGPlearning Podblast episode 8 - GDPR

Fri, 25 May 2018 02:16:43 +0100

eGPlearning Podblast is a health tech talk by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators.

Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster).

This is a themed episode where we cover the new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and how we feel they will impact primary care. A must listen episode for GDPR wary clinicians.

Shout outs:

Ben Gowland : @BenXGowland and owner of General Practice Podcast which we will feature on shortly.

Jacey Meloday @jacey_melody -can not wait to list- after physical exercise- consider Welltory

Likes:

Moodpath @moodpath

Shubs Upadhyay (@2GPs_in_a_pod)

Todd Berner @tberner_md

Keck Graduate institute @keckgrad

March episode:

Twitter:

@digitalpharmacist Mohammed said he will have to listen

@drjongriffiths thanked us for the mention

Hope regular subscriber @sonalikinra and her husband enjoyed listening to us on the drive away

Podcast feedback:

Markado Escano of young entrepreneur lifestyle 2.0 wrote positive comments and asked about shownotes - well we have them https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/young-entrepreneur-lifestyle-2-0/id1105756640?mt=2

Jules Hannaford of hong kong confidential wrote how interesting and informative she found the podcast, particularly episode 2 and she will pass on to her students aiming for med school.

https://itunes.apple.com/hk/podcast/hong-kong-confidential/id1321295078?l=en&mt=2

Do feel free to leave a review as well if you enjoy our episodes.

Updates: (2.45)

To try the Facebook quiz click here

GDPR - (4.22)

What is GDPR, how it affects primary care.

BMA GDPR page: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice/employment/ethics/confidentiality-and-health-records/general-data-protection-regulation-gdpr

ICO GDPR page: https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-the-general-data-protection-regulation-gdpr/

Nottingham LMC GDRP page: https://www.nottinghamshirelmc.co.uk/guidance/resource/gdpr/

App reviews:(29.20)

Cupris: (33.10) http://www.cupris.com/cupris-platform/

Forward (33.35) https://forwardhealth.co/

Siilo (35.35) https://www.siilo.com/

eGPlearning Podblast interview - Dr Keith Grimes the Medical Virtual Reality doctor

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 13:42:04 +0100

eGPLearning PodBlast- Dr Keith Grimes & Medical VR Interview + Show Notes

In this episode of the eGPLearning Podblast, we interview Dr Keith Grimes, a GP and Medical Virtual Reality pioneer.

We talk about how Keith became interested in VR and how he has been using it in his clinical practice. We discuss the potential for VR in healthcare and also some of the pitfalls. Keith describes some of the projects and studies he is involved in.

Keith also explains how he built his skills to use social media to promote and build a community around his interest in Medical VR, and his tips for combining a career in healthcare with another interest or passion.

This is a great listen for your commute, on the treadmill or relaxing at home.

Enjoy...

iTunes link: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/egplearning-podblast/id1325540249?mt=2Stitcher link: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/egplearning

Show Notes…

How to contact Keith and get involved in the Medical VR community:

Keith’s first experience with VR was through the arcade version of Dactyl Nightmare:

https://youtu.be/v6t69mp0ZhE

Modern VR products such as the Oculus Rift are a much superior experience

Project CAR - Oculus Rift:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vY6QRN6hI-Y&feature=youtu.be

Keith describes the 5 use categories for Medical VR:

VR as an adjunct to existing treatments - To improve pain and reduce anxiety during interventions
VR as a form of therapy - e.g. to treat phobias, anxiety, mental health problems
VR as a diagnostic tool - Eye tracking and assessing responses during simulations - e.g. eye tracking to diagnose Autistic Spectrum Disorders
VR for education and training
1. Medical Realities: https://www.medicalrealities.com
2. Shafi Ahmed: @ShafiAhmed5
VR expanding a patient's understanding - empathy - living in someone else's shoes. What's it like to have dementia.

https://youtu.be/Zch3fg0orzo

Downsides and Risks of VR in medicine:

Nausea and sickness - patients may unable to tolerate VR
The intensity of experience not suitable for some
Minimum Age, perhaps as low as 7 yrs
Many application involve simulated violence - unsuitable for some
Infection control - equipment needs to be sterilised between users

Keith’s current projects:

PREVENT ICU Delirium - Psychological Resilience Using Virtual Reality Exposure as a No

Welltory, patient education and online pharmacies.

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 22:25:00 +0000

Health tech talk by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators. Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster). This episode recaps our latest contacts and activities including finding more resources for primary care clinicians (4.47)creating videos for patient education (5.30), then a review of the wellbeing app Welltory (7.50). We finish off covering some recent encounters with online pharmacies and their activities (21.00).

Cupris, Moodpath and e-prescibing

Sun, 18 Feb 2018 23:00:00 +0000

Health tech talk by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators. Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster). This episode begins with a review of our previous episode and individual updates(2.00) and then we cover an ENT focussed app Cupris (3.22), a depression assessment tool app called Moodpath (11.16) and cover a Nottingham based news story on eprescribing that may bring in national changes (21.44).

eGPlearning Podblast interview with Dr Aman Arora of Arora Medical Education

Sat, 27 Jan 2018 23:00:00 +0000

An interview with Dr Aman Arora of Arora Medical Education. We discuss the innovative use of social media and other technologies to help peers with GP training and the education process.

Headspace, NHS hackathons and Quicker app and digital triage with AI

Sat, 06 Jan 2018 23:00:00 +0000

Health tech talk by two Nottingham based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators. Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster). This episode begins with a review of our previous episode and then we cover the mindfulness app Headspace (4.12), NHS hackathons (14.20), and NHS Quicker app (21.30). We also talk more about the concept of using digital triage and AI in a primary care setting (17.30).

eGPlearning interview with Dr Kenny Livingstone from Zoomdoc

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 14:34:00 +0000

An eGPlearning interview with Dr. Kenny Livingstone the founder of Zoomdoc- an innovative geo-location home visiting app and service for primary care in the UK. Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drgandalf52) they discuss how Zoomdoc was created and how Kenny innovated the service, including funding options for entrepreneurs like using Seedrs. As an example look up Zoomdoc on Seedrs at https://www.seedrs.com/zoomdoc

Pilot - Sleepio, GDm app, news and interview with Dr Andy Foster

Sat, 09 Dec 2017 10:17:00 +0000

SHOW NOTES:Introductions and declaration of interests

Dr Andrew Foster:

GP Partner Nottingham
Director NCGPA – Nottingham GP Federation
Creator of SignpostingHealth
RCGP Vale of Trent Faculty Honorary Secretary
Blog – www.avoidingpuddles.com
Twitter – @DrAWFoster

Dr Hussain Gandhi:

GP Partner Nottingham
Former Chair RCGP Vale of Trent Faculty
Treasurer GP Survival
Owner SystmOne Facebook User Group
Owner www.eGPLearning.co.uk
Twitter – @DrGandalf52

NICE HEALTH APP BRIEFINGS:

NEWS SUMMARY

GPatHand- Welcome improvement to access or cherry-picking healthy patients and destabilising General Practice?

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Cancelled North West London CCG trial of Babylon AI symptom Checker

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INTERVIEW: DR ANDY FOSTER @DRAWFOSTER

GP Partner with interests in general practice operating at scale and technology.

Leadership and other courses often available free of charge to GPs in East Midlands can be found at East Midlands Leadership Academy: http://www.leadershipeastmidlands.nhs.uk

Blog: www.avoidingpuddles.com

Innovative RCGP Vale of Trent Transitions 2017 day conference incorporating speed dating, showcase website, 360 video, presentation video and “Why GP, Why Vale of Trent” promotional video.

Event website –www.valeoftrent.org.uk

Blog post re. Speed Job Dating –http://avoidingpuddle