Eye pain - red flag symptoms
Dr Pipin Singh discusses the red flag symptoms to be aware of in patients presenting with eye pain. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - October 25, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Ophthalmology Source Type: news
Diagnosis of common hair loss conditions
Hair loss can severely affect patients. Dr Anton Alexandroff describes the most common types of alopecia. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - October 18, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Management of contact dermatitis
Dr Graham Johnston gives an overview of evidence-based recommendations for the management of contact dermatitis. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - October 18, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Eczema Source Type: news
How should GPs address concerns about a colleague's performance?
GPs have a duty to act if they believe a colleague's poor performance could compromise patient safety. MDU medico-legal adviser Dr Beverley Ward explains how to go about reporting concerns. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - September 26, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Medico-legal Source Type: news
Skin reaction after progestogen implant case study
Dr Rajiv Ghurye, Dr Suma Sreeshyla and Dr Simon Giles describe an unusual cause of Koebner's phenomenon. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - September 19, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: 15.10 Skin Problems Source Type: news
Genetic information and confidentiality
In the latest in our series on the GMC's new confidentiality guidance, MDU medico-legal adviser Dr Kathryn Leask explores confidentiality and genetics. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - September 14, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: 3.3 Ethics and Values Based Medicine Source Type: news
Antiphospholipid syndrome: diagnosis and management
Dr Anisur Rahman and Dr Salma Ahmed discuss the diagnosis and management of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - September 13, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Autoimmune disorders Source Type: news
Nicotine addiction: clinical review
Jennifer Percival outlines the key elements of smoking cessation and how these can be applied in primary care. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - September 6, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: 5 Healthy People Source Type: news
Trauma: Illustrated
Pictures of trauma, including dog bite, corneal abrasion and burns, are highlighted in this article. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - September 6, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Clinical images Source Type: news
Menopause and migraine
Dr Louise Newson describes a case of migraine linked with menopause. The case highlights the association between menopause and migraine and the role of HRT in symptom reduction. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - August 23, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: 10.1 Women's Health Source Type: news
GP training: The BATHE model of communication
An example trainee learning log highlights how the BATHE model can help GPs improve their communication and consultation skills. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - August 11, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: WPBA Source Type: news
Asthma in children
Respiratory nurse Jane Scullion and GP Dr Steve Holmes outline common symptoms of paediatric asthma, how to get the medication right and lifestyle modifications. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - August 8, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: 8 Care of Children and Young People Source Type: news
Conducting online consultations - medico-legal advice
From next year all practices will be expected to provide online consultations. The MDU's Dr Sharmala Pranklin offers practical advice on consulting with patients remotely. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - July 26, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Medico-legal Source Type: news
Understanding the risks of online consultations
While online and video consultations may save time, it is important to be aware of the medico-legal risks, writes the MDU's Dr Sharmala Moodley. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - July 26, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: Medico-legal Source Type: news
Comorbidities in older people
Advice on primary prevention and prescribing in older patients with comorbidities, including the impact of medication side effects. (Source: GP Online Education)
Source: GP Online Education - July 26, 2017 Category: Primary Care Tags: 9 Care of Older Adults Source Type: news
