Consult in 12 Minutes
Are your consultations running late? Time management is a major challenge..
Fix the Blind Spots
If you’ve failed the SCA more than once, the problem is rarely effort. It’s the absence of a blueprint..
Negotiation skill
You’re eight minutes into your SCA case. Mr Smith is pushing hard for a scan. You know it’s not indicated..
9 Pieces of Advice for GP Training
Are you a GP trainee looking to make the most of your training and excel in your career? Let’s explore practical advice and strategies I would give my younger self. I hope the insights in this article will help you on your journey. Let’s dive in! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTExZVwAW44 Invest in Continuous Learning Don’t miss out on…
5 Benefits of Laughter
When was the last time you had a good laugh? Children seem to smile and laugh spontaneously to express happiness, joy and delight. In adulthood, most of us lose that innate ability to laugh spontaneously like a three-year old. Adults laugh less frequently. We learn to control our emotions and are conditioned to conform with social norms.…
What can Disney & J.K. Rowling Teach You on Rejection?
Have you ever been rejected? Everyone encounters rejection at some point in life. People don’t reply to your email. People say ‘No’ to you. You didn’t land your dream job. Even the most successful people have to deal with rejections. Walt Disney was fired for lack of creativity In 1919, Walt Disney was fired from…
Day in a Doctor's Life
Join me through a typical day in the life of a family doctor. Before we start, none of the patients in this article are real. They are aggregate patients. i.e the patients are made up but representative of real patients. This is how medical journalists, writers, and doctors deal with patient confidentiality when they discuss…
How To Get The Best Out Of GP Training (Save up to £8000)
GP training is an exciting journey to prepare you become a GP. As a trainee, you will have various expenses from relocation expenses, medical indemnity fee, purchasing medical equipment, GMC registration fee to RCGP membership fee. Let’s not forget the RCGP exam fees. These expenses add up to a few thousands of pounds over the…
3 Reasons I Chose To Be a Generalist
Before attending medical school, I aspired to become a generalist. At medical school, my view of General Practice changed. Medical school influenced my choice towards specialist pathway. At the time, specialty seemed to be a compelling choice. Specialty is more appealing than General Practice. Generalists are often underappreciated for their work and their vital role…