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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.

As always thank you to Scott for your support

Hyponatraemia | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICE
https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/hyponatraemia/

Hypernatraemia Algorithm – GP Gateway
https://www.coventryrugbygpgateway.nhs.uk/resources/hypernatraemia-algorithm/

Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub
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College of Paramedics 
https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/

UK Kidney
UK Kidney Association | The leading professional body for the UK kidney community

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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

Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub
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College of Paramedics 
https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/

UK Kidney
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Richard is joined by renal consultant Dr Dabashish Banerjee to break down the interpretation of renal function tests — without the nephrology-induced headache.
In this episode, we explore when renal function tests should be requested, what they actually include, and how to interpret results confidently in clinical practice.
The conversation then focuses on potassium disorders, using real-world cases to unpack hypokalemia and hyperkalemia. We discuss key history points, relevant investigations, red flags not to miss, and when referral.
A practical, case-based episode aimed at clinicians working in primary care, urgent care, and acute settings.

Hope you enjoy the episode 

As always massive thank you to Scott

Richard Tennant - [email protected]

Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub
Home - Coventry & Warwickshire Training Hub

College of Paramedics 
https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/

UK Kidney
UK Kidney Association | The leading professional body for the UK kidney community

Overview | Sodium zirconium cyclosilicate for treating hyperkalaemia | Guidance | NICE

https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ta599

ABCD-UKKA joint finerenone consensus statement | UK Kidney Association

https://www.ukkidney.org/about-us/news/abcd-ukka-joint-finerenone-consensus-statement

Increasing the Potassium Level in Patients at High Risk for Ventricular Arrhythmias | New England Journal of Medicine

https://www.nejm.org/doi/abs/10.1056/NEJMoa2509542

Diabetes management in chronic kidney disease: a consensus report by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO)

https://kdigo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Diabetes-Management-in-Chronic-Kidney-Disease-Consensus-Report-by-the-ADA-and-KDIGO.pdf

UKKA Clinical Practice Guideline – Management of Hyperkalaemia in Adults – October 2023

https://www.ukkidney.org/sites/renal.org/files/FINAL%20VERSION%20-%20UKKA%20CLINICAL%20PRACTICE%20GUIDELINE%20-%20MANAGEMENT%20OF%20HYPERKALAEMIA%20IN%20ADULTS%20-%20191223_0.pdf

Optimization of RAASi Therapy Toolkit - International Society of Nephrology

https://www.theisn.org/initiatives/toolkits/raasi-toolkit/#Challenges

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Richard is joined by consultant ophthalmologist Dr Stella Hornby for a practical deep-dive into eye assessment in general practice.
In this episode we break down real-world cases including:
 👁️ Acute vision loss
👁️ Eyelid swelling
👁️ Foreign bodies
Together we cover structured history taking, focused clinical assessment, red flags you absolutely can’t miss, and — crucially — when, where, and how urgently to refer.
If eyes make you nervous… this one’s for you.

As always big thank you to Scott for your support.

Richard Tennant - [email protected]

‎Eye Handbook
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/eye-handbook/id335546959

Primary Care Eye Service
https://primaryeyecare.co.uk/

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 Richard is joined by consultant ophthalmologist Dr Stella Hornby to discuss the assessment of patients presenting with eye symptoms. This episode provides a practical introduction to ocular assessment and common presentations, before exploring real-world cases including red eye and changes in vision. Key elements of history-taking, relevant investigations, red flags, and appropriate referral pathways are discussed to support safe clinical decision-making. 
As always big thank you to Scott for your support.

Richard Tennant - [email protected]

‎Eye Handbook
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/eye-handbook/id335546959

Primary Care Eye Service
https://primaryeyecare.co.uk/

TAKE YOUR GLASSES AND DO NOT DRIVE TO THE EYE HOSPITAL