Best Dr Munir Adam Podcasts (2025)

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Coping with a broken referral system 13:34

3M ago13:34

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Send us a text We're producing this episode because the process of making a referral and having the patient seen and managed isn't as smooth as might be, and clinicians aren't sure what to do about it. Updated, removing reference to social media, otherwise same Contact email: [email protected] Dr Munir Adam (Dr Munir Ali-Zubair) is the host…

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Dumping of Work onto Primary Care! 15:40

4M ago15:40

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Send us a text This episode addresses the issue of work being dumped onto GP practices by secondary care, and how individual clinicians should respond. Updated, removing reference to social media, otherwise same Contact email: [email protected] Dr Munir Adam (Dr Munir Ali-Zubair) is the host, and leads the multi-professional Primary Care UK…

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Dealing with Trivial Presentations 15:43

4M ago15:43

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Send us a text Updated, removing reference to social media, otherwise same Contact email: [email protected] Dr Munir Adam (Dr Munir Ali-Zubair) is the host, and leads the multi-professional Primary Care UK team that manages this podcast. DISCLAIMER. This podcast is for clinicians working in the UK and is not for patients or the general publ…

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Why you should subspecialise 15:05

4M ago15:05

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Send us a text This episode covers the debatable topic of whether clinicians working in primary care should subspecialise. Munir Adam asserts that, whilst holding steadfast onto the all-important generalist role, there are multiple reasons for also going that little bit extra with an area of interest. Updated, removing reference to social media, ot…

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AI 7/7: The Future of Artificial Intelligence 13:53

4M ago13:53

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Send us a text This is the 7th and final episode of the AI mini-series. Previous episodes explored some of the ways in which AI is being used in healthcare in the UK, some of the work that is underway and potential future uses, and in the last episode some of the barriers and concerns. This episode looks into the future - what might the future look…

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AI 6/7: AI Implementation: Ethical and Practical considerations 15:34

5M ago15:34

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Send us a text Having discussed some of the incredible potential of AI for the various uses in healthcare in the NHS, one must be mindful that just as no medicine is without potential side effects, AI too cannot be adopted without careful scrutiny. What are some of the ethical, legal and practical considerations that the Royal Colleges and our othe…

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AI 5/7: Using AI for Education, Training & Research 15:18

5M ago15:18

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Send us a text Artificial Intelligence is being used increasingly for education, training and research purposes, able to serve as an incredible companion. As we move into 2025 we resume the 7 part AI mini-series. You may wish to listen back to the first four episodes if you haven't already. In this episode: How is AI being used for simulation train…

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Looking forward to 2025: What lies ahead for Clinicians? 17:27

5M ago17:27

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Send us a text When you think about 2025, what do you expect the year to be like for you, the frontline clinician? Having looked back at 2024 and some of its challenges in the last episode, this episode looked forward and includes thoughts from the multi-professional team about what 2025 might be like. Contributions from the co-hosts of The Clinici…

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Looking back at Clinician's Challenges in 2024 20:35

5M ago20:35

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Send us a text As a clinician, when you think back to 2024, what thoughts come to mind? We take a two-week break from the AI series, and reflect back to 2024 and, in the next episode, look forward onto 2025. This episode of The Clinician's Survival Guide looks back at the year 2024. What were some of the main challenges? What did they mean for clin…

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AI 4/7: Letting AI do your documentation and your admin work 15:01

6M ago15:01

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Send us a text Sit back and have that conversation with the patient, while AI takes care of taking notes. Amazing, right? We take a closer look at the pros and cons of using some of the options out there, such as Tortus and Heidi. Also in this episode, how AI can take of the many admin tasks at work. This episode is part of the AI for clinicians mi…

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Looking Back Over the Year 16:25

6M ago16:25

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Send us a text IN THIS EPISODE we look back at the year and review the thoughts that come to mind when we revisit some of the episodes in season 3. Each of us, as co-hosts have shared our passions and worked with several experts to hear what they are able to teach us. We have benefitted immensely and we hope this has been an amazing resource for yo…

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AI 3/7: Chronic disease, Mental Health and using Generative AI 14:32

6M ago14:32

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Send us a text The Artificial Intelligence for Clinician's series continues and this episode focuses on the management of chronic disease and mental health. What tool has NHS England been reviewing and utilising in some healthcare settings and for which chronic disease? How are wearable devices and AI transforming the care of those with chronic ill…

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AI 2/7: What AI is doing to diagnose and predict diseases 15:26

6M ago15:26

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Send us a text This episode of The Clinician's Survival Guide provides an overview of some of the AI tools that are used to make diagnoses and predict future and upcoming disease! Some of these tools are readily available to anyone, others to a selected few. If you want an overview and to hear a frontline clinician's honest take on some of what's c…

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NHS News: GP Contract threatened; Pharmacies threatened; and whatever else 29:45

6M ago29:45

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Send us a text In this edition of NHS news: The GP Partnership contract under threat The survival of high street pharmacies under threat Pharmacy First Update And more. Presented by Irina and Si Irina is a Clinical Pharmacist by background and Simon is a Paramedic by background and an Advanced Clinical Practitioner. Representing Primary Care UK, th…

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AI 1/7: Why Clinician's must not ignore Artificial Intelligence 14:55

6M ago14:55

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Send us a text This episode is the start of a mini-series looking at AI in healthcare, with a focus on information that Clinicians should know. Series outline: Introduction - overview, why it matters, examples AI tools for Dx and Mx (symptom checker, imaging, CDS) Streamlining Admin tasks (voice recognition, scheduling) Patient engagement enhanceme…

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The Problem of Over-Investigating Patients 14:12

7M ago14:12

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Send us a text Do you believe that we tend to over-investigate patients? Request tests that we know aren't indicated? If so, why is that, why does it matter, and what should we do about it? The Clinician's Survival Guide is about helping you make your life as productive and efficient as possible. Extra tests = extra work. This episode nicely summar…

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Navigating Trauma and Burnout in Healthcare: A New Approach 42:09

7M ago42:09

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Send us a text THIS EPISODE: Primary Care UK Nurse Lead Emma Borders has a conversation with Dr Lorre Laws, a a renowned nurse scientist and trauma burnout expert. The aim is to help clinicians understand and manage this endemic problem. Dr Laws sheds light on the pressing issue of professional burnout among healthcare providers. The discussion tra…

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Dealing with Challenging Fit Note requests 15:22

7M ago15:22

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Send us a text This episode briefly summarises the rules regarding fit notes, but then focuses on the challenge of dealing with fit note requests from patients - something that causes feelings of despair in many clinicians. Reference: The fit note: guidance for patients and employees - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Updated, removing reference to social media…

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Protecting the Generalist Role 13:59

7M ago13:59

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Send us a text This is the second part of a two-part discussion about the Generalist clinician role - a role that many believe is under threat. This second part covers what individual clinicians can do to help protect the Generalist role. Updated, removing reference to social media, otherwise same Contact email: [email protected] Dr Munir A…

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Effective Supervision in Primary Care 37:47

7M ago37:47

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Send us a text THIS EPISODE is about providing effective supervision in Primary Care. The role of supervisors and the provision of high-quality supervision needs to be given attention now because: There have been a whole multitude of new roles in Primary Care in the last few years, and most, if not all, require supervision The training path for tho…

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Is the Generalist Role Under Threat 13:33

7M ago13:33

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Send us a text The role of the Generalist clinician typically refers to GPs, although it can also refer to Physician Associates, Nurse Practitioners and others in Primary Care and, to some extent, to Generalists in Secondary care, such as Geriatricians and paediatricians. Is this role under threat? There is a growing concern that, due to a variety …

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The Clinician's Survival Guide: Recap Episodes 12-19 14:02

7M ago14:02

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Send us a text The purpose of this episode is to briefly revisit episodes 12 to 19 to allow listeners to consider: Important and relevant information that was covered in episodes 12-19 The need to re-listen to any of those episodes Any key changes arising from those episodes which the listener planned to implement Reflection on progress and a remin…

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Beyond Medicine: Exploring the Importance of Women's Circles 39:49

8M ago39:49

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Send us a text The Power and Purpose of Women's Circles. In this episode of Primary Care UK's Let's Learn Together Emma Borders interviews a guest about a concept little known to clinicians: Dr. Asha Ashokan, a GP and Women's Circles Facilitator, explores the concept of women's circles—a safe space for women to gather, share experiences, and suppor…

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Tricky encounters: Managing Eczema patients 14:24

8M ago14:24

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Send us a text In this episode of The Clinician's Survival Guide we consider some of the challenges, and potential approaches for dealing with patients by anchoring the conversation onto a clinical condition. This is a new approach which we hope will make the learning more tangible. The episode considers how to deal with atopic dermatitis, and by d…

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Educational events: How to Get the Most out of Them 15:39

8M ago15:39

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Send us a text So you decide you will attend an educational event. But how do you make the most of it? This episode follows on from the previous one which discussed whether to attend an event. This episode discusses things you should consider to make the most of that event. Your time and energy is too important to waste. The Clinician's Survival Gu…

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Educational events: Should You Attend? 15:44

8M ago15:44

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Send us a text How good are you at getting it right when deciding whether to attend an educational event? An Educational Event is coming up. Don't just go because it's happening. Don't just go 'in case you miss something'. Your time is important, and you want to make efficient use of it. The episode is there to help you decide when to attend (wheth…

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Unspoken Truths of Testosterone Management: Insights from Dr Amir Eslami 1:00:25

8M ago1:00:25

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Send us a text THIS EPISODE unravels the extremely important role of testosterone for men. It covers: The function and regulation of testosterone in the body Prevalence and impact of deficiency Clinical features of deficiency Primary care workup and when to refer onwards The importance of testosterone in women At least in the UK, this is an extreme…

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Keeping Active in the Workplace: Strategies for Clinicians 13:45

8M ago13:45

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Send us a text How physically active are you at work, and is work contributing to your health or illness? In this episode of The Clinician's Survival Guide we explore: That this is certainly a problem amongst doctors and other clinicians. The importance of keeping physically active during work The benefits of adopting healthy practices at work Why …

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Managing the Demanding Patient 15:26

9M ago15:26

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Send us a text If you've been a clinician for any significant period of time, you will know exactly what I mean when I refer to the demanding patient. But how much time have you spend discussing how to manage one? This episode of The Clinician's Survival Guide discusses: What we mean by the demanding patient What underlies this behaviour Why it's a…

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Theory to Practice: Integrating Genomics in Primary Care 45:32

9M ago45:32

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Send us a text THIS EPISODE: Summary of key points from previous episodes on Genomics Personalised care: Pharmacogenomics How to discuss genomics with your patients The importance and impact of genetic testing Special thanks to our guest speakers: Dr Pooja Dasani. Lead genomic counsellor, North Thames GMSA and Principal genetic counsellor, North Ea…

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7 ways Clinician's Can Prevent Complaints 15:45

9M ago15:45

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Send us a text This episode is about what YOU should do to protect yourself from receiving patient complaints. Complaints are an unpleasant reality of working as a clinician. Whilst they may serve important functions, they are not a nice experience. This episode highlights: 7 often neglected things you should be doing to prevent complaints 7 things…

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The Clinician's Guide to Dealing with a Patient Complaint 14:28

9M ago14:28

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Send us a text Whether you're unfortunately enough to be dealing with a complaint made against you, you fear a complaint might be forthcoming, or you just want to be prepared for when that happens to you, this episode will help you. In this second episode dealing with complaints, the discussion focuses on important things you should do if a patient…

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NHS NEWS: General Practice: Closures, Strikes and Wes Streeting's response 32:52

9M ago32:52

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Send us a text In this episode of the NHS News show, hosts Emma Borders and Simon discuss pressing issues in primary care and recent NHS developments, focusing on Health Secretary Wes Streeting's commitment to reform amidst funding disparities. They highlight the alarming trend of GP practices returning contracts due to unsustainable costs, which l…

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Why Complaints are NOT a great way to Improve Patient Care 15:28

9M ago15:28

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Send us a text This episode is about complaints: what they are, and what they are not. It debunked some of the popular narrative surrounding complaints, such as its role in improving standards and complaints being a neutral activity. In this episode: Definition of Complaint Where it fits in with our overall wellbeing Misconceptions surrounding comp…

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The Clinician's Survival Guide: Recap E1-10 13:35

10M ago13:35

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Send us a text This episode revisits the journey so far, providing a reminder of some of the key learning points from previous episodes. The purpose of this is to: Aid recall Help internalise important concepts Help listeners decide whether any episodes need revisiting To serve as a check on whether action points identified previously have been imp…

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Genomics in Primary Care: Rare Diseases and Their Impact 35:33

10M ago35:33

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Send us a text IN THIS FIFTH EPISODE of Primary Care UK's six-part series on genomics, hosts Claire and Munir are joined by Anwar Khan and Sophia Varadkar to discuss the significance of rare diseases in the realm of primary care. The episode emphasizes the prevalence and impact of rare diseases, elaborating on how genomics can provide crucial insig…

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Overworked Clinician: What to do about it 15:11

10M ago15:11

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Send us a text This is the second half of our discussion about feeling overworked. In this part we focus on trying to adopt an approach to resolving the problem: What are the different factors you have to look at CPR, locus control and what is it about the work - revisted. Overview to approach when the problem lies with your workplace Overview of a…

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The Overworked Clinician: Making sense of it 14:58

10M ago14:58

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Send us a text Do you feel overworked? Or, shall we call it overwhelmed, tired out, not coping with it, working beyond capacity? Whatever you call it, you may be concerned about it's consequences: burnout, unhappiness, loss of work-life balance, stress. While clinicians being overworked isn't news to anybody, trying to make sense of it is less well…

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Cultural Awareness for Clinicians 36:47

10M ago36:47

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Send us a text THIS EPISODE is about Cultural Awareness. Irina Varlan speaks to two clinicians who have an interest in this area, as they cover important issues such as: How to approach culure conversations, and what language to use when discussing. Important principles to bear in mind. By way of example, there will be a focus on Muslim patients fa…

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Time Management: Does running late really matter? 14:30

10M ago14:30

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Send us a text "So what if you keep running late, it's part of the job... you're a professional, get on with it". What's your response to this statement? In this episode Dr Munir Adam takes a strong view against this narrative, and emphasises the many downsides to running late - something which is often ignored. The episode covers: Perspectives in …

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Negotiating better pay as a Clinician 14:58

10M ago14:58

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Send us a text You ask for a pay rise, or perhaps you negotiate a salary during application, but you get a 'no' in reply. You don't get what you asked for. What do you do? Following on from the previous episode which covered the basic, but oft forgotten steps you should take to give you the best offer, this episode is about what you need to do in o…

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What you should be paid as a clinician 15:18

11M ago15:18

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Send us a text Whether you're applying for a job, having an annual review or just feel it's time you had a pay rise, you need to know what to ask for when it comes to money. In this episode of The Clinician's Survival Guide there is highlight of the steps you need to take to give you the best chances of getting the fair salary you deserve. Getting …

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Early Diagnosis and Treatment: The Role of Genomics in Cancer Care 35:43

11M ago35:43

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Send us a text THIS EPISODE: Do you agree there is more that needs doing to detect cancer early, and to treat optimally? This is episode 4 of the 6-part Genomics mini-series, and looks at: Cancer and the role of Primary Care in early diagnosis/detection Using Breast cancer & Lung cancer genomics as examples Highlighting what you, the primary care c…

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GPs struggling to find a job: Analysis and Solutions 15:40

11M ago15:40

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Send us a text It may be affecting you personally or may just be something you've become aware of through conversations & the news: GPs finding it a struggle to get jobs! For it to be a challenge in becoming employed as a GP is a strange headline. GPs are considered amongst the most employable people, almost guaranteed a job, and several surveys ha…

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Time management: One-Problem-Only in Difficult Consultations 15:20

11M ago15:20

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Send us a text The patient has multiple issues, you ask them to rebook to discuss those you don't have time for, and they... they resist. What do you do? If the previous episode of The Clinician's Survival Guide was about the importance of sticking to one problem per consultation, this episode is about what to do if the patient insists otherwise. T…

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Managing Chronic Kidney Disease in Primary Care: Essential Insights 40:41

11M ago40:41

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Send us a text IN THIS EPISODE, doctors Catherine Byrne and Rahul Mohan discuss the critical aspects of managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in primary care. They explain: the definition, prevalence, and risk factors of CKD, highlighting its association with other conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Led by podca…

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Time Management: Implementing One-Problem-Only in Consultations 15:25

11M ago15:25

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Send us a text If you find yourself struggling with time management due to dealing with multiple problems in a single appointment, you need to do something about it. This episode hits at the survival challenge in consultations when patients have an agenda that is beyond the intended purpose of the appointment), Why it is (almost always) not appropr…

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Job hunting: Choosing the right place to work 12:32

12M ago12:32

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Send us a text This episode is about finding the right job. It takes the position that clinicians don't always make the wisest choices when looking for a job, and there are numerous examples of this being realised much later. Whilst generic advice can't possibly take into account every person's individual needs, this episode of The Clinician's Surv…

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Familial Hypercholesterolaemia Genomics - Urgent for Primary Care 34:01

12M ago34:01

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Send us a text Imagine you had a time-bomb inside your body ticking away... now imagine that your GP surgery had the ability to detect it and defuse it, but didn't. How would that make you feel? Familial hypercholesterolaemia is common and dangerous without treatment, yet most cases remain undiagnosed. The condition highlights the key role that pri…

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To Survive - Watch YOUR attitude 12:27

12M ago12:27

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Send us a text YOUR attitude has a LOT to do with what happens next. LISTEN to this before moving onto further episodes. This episode highlights the key role that our own attitude has on our success and why, despite being highly qualified professionals, we might not be that clever when it comes to attitude. The episode is a foundation for subsequen…

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