Patient guide to primary care
A step-by-step guide to help patients get the most from their GP practice has been launched by the Royal College of General Practitioners.
A failure to communicate
Communicating with patients can sometimes be a challenge in the best of circumstances. But what if they don’t speak English?
Skin doctors
With dermatological referrals increasing – what better time to consider becoming a GP with a special interest in dermatology?
Case study - A bad trip
Medical case study.
Keeping it in the family
GPST editor Dr Peter Livingstone recalls growing up as a ‘son of the surgery’ in rural Northern Ireland
Who decides?
Assessing whether an adult patient has the capacity to decide about their medical treatment can be daunting.
A shared faith?
When is it appropriate to discuss religion and personal beliefs with patients?
Diary
Diary
Surviving appraisal
With revalidation on the horizon, a good appraisal is more important than ever for GPs.
Ultra-marathon man
GP and ultramarathon runner Dr Andrew Murray talks to GPST about his achievements.