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Richard is joined by Occupational Therapist LIzzie Mattacola to discuss her service improvement  project she developed withing her General Practice role. 
We discuss how the project idea originated, the problem it aimed to solve, and what success looked like from the outset. We explore the planning process, including identifying the target patient population, selecting the right location, and deciding how best to introduce the service.
We also delve into the practicalities of measuring impact—covering data collection, outcome measures, evaluation tools, and how meaningful metrics were chosen. Reflecting on the results, we discuss what worked well, what didn't go to plan, and the key findings that shaped the future of the service.
Whether you're involved in quality improvement, service development, or looking to introduce change within your own organisation, this episode provides valuable insights, lessons learned, and practical advice for turning an idea into a sustainable service.

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Overview | Dementia, disability and frailty in later life – mid-life approaches to delay or prevent onset | Guidance | NICE
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng16

Leadership Academy – Better Leaders, Better Care, Brighter Future
https://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/

10 Year Health Plan for England: fit for the future - GOV.UK
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/10-year-health-plan-for-england-fit-for-the-future

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Richard is joined by ED Paramedic ACP Greg Markham to explore emergency presentations in general practice — and what truly constitutes an emergency in the primary care setting.
Through case-based discussion, they work through presentations of syncope and angioedema, focusing on structured history-taking, clinical assessment, immediate management within general practice, and clear thresholds for hospital referral.
With practical insights and real-world application, this episode is designed to build confidence in recognising and managing high-risk presentations safely and effectively in primary care.

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Thank you for your support Scott

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Syncope toolkit | RCGP Learning
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Overview | Transient loss of consciousness ('blackouts') in over 16s | Guidance | NICE
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg109

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Richard is joined by ED Paramedic ACP Greg Markham to explore emergency presentations in general practice — and what really counts as an emergency in the primary care setting.
Greg shares a structured approach to recognising and assessing the acutely unwell patient, including practical tools and resources that can support safe, confident decision-making under pressure.
Through case-based discussion, they work through suspected sepsis and acute shortness of breath — covering clinical assessment, immediate management options within general practice, red flags, and when escalation is essential.
A focused, clinically grounded episode designed to support frontline practitioners managing high-risk presentations in primary care.
Enjoy the episode.
As always - Thank you Scott for you support

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Healthcare professionals - The UK Sepsis Trust
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Emergency Oxygen | British Thoracic Society | Better lung health for all
https://www.brit-thoracic.org.uk/clinical-resources/guidelines/emergency-oxygen/

Scenario: Acute exacerbation of asthma | Management | Asthma | CKS | NICE
https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/asthma/management/acute-exacerbation-of-asthma/

Scenario: Acute exacerbation | Management | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | CKS | NICE
https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease/management/acute-exacerbation/

The Resus Room - Podcast - Apple Podcasts
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GP mythbusters: recently updated - Care Quality Commission

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Richard is joined by renal consultant Dr Debasish Banerjee for a practical deep dive into sodium disorders and what those blood test results really mean in clinical practice.
In this episode, we break down the interpretation of sodium levels — from hyponatraemia to hypernatraemia — and move beyond the numbers to focus on real-world decision making. Through case-based discussion, we explore key elements of history taking, red flags you shouldn’t miss, and when sodium levels become genuinely concerning.
We also cover appropriate further investigations, common pitfalls, and how to manage these patients safely in primary care — including when it’s time to escalate.
A must-listen for clinicians who want to get sodium right… because getting it wrong can go south fast.

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Hyponatraemia | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICE
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Hypernatraemia Algorithm – GP Gateway
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Richard is joined by renal consultant Dr Dabashish Banerjee for a practical deep dive into renal function tests and chronic kidney disease (CKD).
In this episode, they break down what CKD actually is, how it’s diagnosed in primary care, and what the numbers really mean for your patients — beyond just the eGFR.
Through case-based discussion, we explore a new diagnosis of CKD and a patient with worsening renal function, covering interpretation, red flags, progression, and when to escalate or refer.
Clear, clinically focused, and designed for frontline practitioners — this episode will sharpen your confidence in managing kidney disease in everyday practice.
Enjoy the episode.

As always thank you for your support Scott

UK Kidney CKD staging
https://www.ukkidney.org/health-professionals/information-resources/uk-eckd-guide/ckd-staging

Kidney Failure Risk Calculator 
https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/10045/kidney-failure-risk-calculator

NICE - Chronic Kidney Disease
https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/chronic-kidney-disease/

FLOW Study
https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2403347

Proteinuria UK Kidney
https://www.ukkidney.org/sites/default/files/education/Proteinuria%20quick%20reference.pdf

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