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Hot Topics Head and Neck Cancer Clinic
Tuesday 4th March 8pm-9pm
Join us on March 4th for a FREE interactive webinar on Head and Neck Cancer.
Supported by Cancer Research UK, in our next cancer clinic we will be covering all things related to head and neck malignancies. NB Medical Presenter Dr Kate Digby and guest speaker GP Lance Saker from Cancer Research UK will cover the latest statistics on this group of cancers, what challenges exist when aiming for early diagnosis and which guidelines are available to help
You will be able to claim 1 CPD credit for this online webinar.
Upcoming Live Courses
Clinic
Hot Topics Clinic
Tuesday 4th March 2025
8:00 PM
Join us for our next cancer clinic with Cancer Research UK. We will be covering all things related to head and neck malignancies. With guest speaker CRUK GP Lance Saker, we will cover the latest statistics on this group of cancers, what challenges exist when aiming for early diagnosis and which guidelines are available to help. We will consider the barriers that exist for patients and what actions primary care can take to mitigate them, to optimise timely referrals for our patients. We look forward to you joining us for an interactive hour of CPD.
Live Webinar
Abnormal Bloods
Friday 7th March 2025
9:30 AM
The Abnormal Bloods course has been rewritten and updated for 2025. The new course covers the full blood count and what to do with white cell and platelet abnormalities, as well as all things biochemistry! We’ll be looking at sodium and potassium abnormalities – and where magnesium fits in! We’ll round off with thyroid function tests, and what to do with abnormal LFTs.
Live Webinar
Hot Topics GP Update
Saturday 8th March 2025
9:30 AM
The Hot Topics GP Update course is the original one-day course to update GPs with the latest developments in the literature and to serve as a platform for CPD and help to deliver better patient care. The course revolves around short, engaging presentations that merge recent clinical evidence with real-life clinical scenarios.
Online courses
Online Course
Paediatrics
New for 2025 is an updated version of our Paediatrics course. In it, we cover acute presentations in children, including the assessment of the unwell child, emergencies such as sepsis, meningitis and respiratory illness, and revisit some common diagnoses too.
Online Course
Diabetes
The Diabetes for Primary Care webinar is ideal for all GPs, practice nurses and pharmacists needing an update in diabetes, and not just for GPs with a special interest. As diabetes becomes ever more common and at the same time the management becomes more complex, this webinar aims to help break down all of the research into bite-size topics.
Online Course
Obesity
The NB Medical Guide to Managing Obesity and Overweight in Primary Care is a half-day, evidence-based course to help you gain confidence and provide your patients with the care and treatments they need. You will learn about the rapidly evolving science regarding the causes of obesity, the effects of the stigma that your patients with obesity face, the best treatments for obesity and most importantly, what you can do in Primary Care on a very practical level.
Latest Updates from NB Medical
PODCAST
By Dr Neal Tucker
Welcome to the Hot Topics podcast from NB Medical with Dr Neal Tucker. This week we look at three new pieces of research.
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By Dr Simon Curtis
The Hot Topics GP Update course is a fun and enjoyable way to stay up to date with the latest evidence and guidelines for professionals working in front-line General Practice. If you’re in a patient-facing...
KISS
By NB Medical
A complimentary KISS Summary from NB Medical looking at the latest guidance on the management of Subclinical Hypothyroidism (SCH) in Adults.
Understanding the Importance of CPD for GPs
As a general practitioner, continuing professional development is very important in keeping your knowledge and skills up-to-date. CPD opportunities offer the chance to stay current with the latest healthcare advancements, ensuring that you can provide high-quality care to your patients.
One of the most crucial aspects of CPD is it's impact on patient care and outcomes. By regularly participating in CPD activities, you can refresh your understanding of common symptoms, update your knowledge on new treatment options and learn about emerging best practices in primary care. This allows you to better serve your patients by providing accurate diagnoses, effective treatments and appropriate referrals when necessary.
Moreover, engaging in CPD programs helps practitioners identify areas for improvement and growth. Through self-assessment exercises or feedback from colleagues or trainers, valuable insights into areas where further training or education may be beneficial can be gained. This proactive approach enables practitioners to address any gaps in their knowledge or skills.
Maximising the Benefits of CPD
Continuing professional development is very important for maintaining and enhancing your knowledge and skills. It allows you to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in healthcare, ensuring that you provide the most satisfying care to your patients. Here is some advice on how to maximise the benefits of CPD:
- Implementing Learnings into Practice: One of the crucial aspects of CPD is applying what you have learned into your daily practice. Incorporating these learnings can significantly improve patient outcomes. Take time to reflect on how each CPD activity relates to your practice and identify ways to integrate them effectively.
- Regularly Reviewing and Updating Your CPD Plan: To ensure continuous growth as a GP, it's crucial to regularly review and update your CPD plan. This involves assessing your current skills and knowledge gaps, identifying areas for improvement, and setting goals for future learning opportunities. By consistently evaluating your progress, you can tailor your CPD activities to meet specific needs.
- Engaging in Reflective Practice: Reflective practice plays a crucial role in enhancing learning from CPD activities. It involves critically analysing experiences encountered during patient care or educational sessions and identifying areas where improvements can be made. By engaging in reflective practice, you can gain valuable insights that contribute to your professional development journey.
