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The NB AKT Question Bank, created by working GPs, offers high-quality practice quizzes across 30+ categories and a full-length mock exam to help you succeed.
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Hot Topics GP Update Spring 2026
Friday 6th March 2026
Join us in London this March
We are delighted to be back in London for our Hot Topics GP Update course this March. The Hot Topics GP Update Course is designed for healthcare professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve with the latest guidelines and evidence-based medicine.
Join Simon and the team for a comprehensive one-day update covering the most important clinical topics in primary care, all delivered in an engaging face-to-face setting.
Attending the Hot Topics GP Update face-to-face course offers you the opportunity to network with your peers in a focused environment.
For less than £1 per day gain unlimited access to all of NB Medical's online education
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What's included with NB Plus?
All live and on demand course webinars
15 online fully searchable course reference books
Over 100hrs of online CPD Modules
Appraisal Essential updates including Safeguarding & BLS
Exclusive Book offer – Purchase additional hard copy course reference books £30
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Hot Topics Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Clinic
Join us on Tuesday 20th January 2026 for a FREE safeguarding webinar led by our Safeguarding Lead, Dr James Booth exploring Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and the crucial role of capacity assessment in everyday clinical practice. Dr Rob Walker will also be on the Q&A.
We will guide you through the legal and ethical framework underpinning this area, drawing on RCGP Safeguarding Standards and GMC guidance. Using realistic case scenarios, we will demonstrate how the law and guidance apply in real-life situations, helping you navigate the complex medicolegal, ethical and clinical challenges involved.
You will be able to claim 1 CPD credit for this online webinar.
Upcoming Live Courses
Live Webinar
Lifestyle Medicine
Friday 6th February 2026
9:30 AM
Join us for a practical, evidence-based half-day course in Lifestyle Medicine designed for busy healthcare professionals in primary care. This course will equip you with essential knowledge and strategies to support behaviour change and tackle the root causes of chronic disease.
Live Webinar
Hot Topics GP Update
Thursday 5th March 2026
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.
Clinic
Hot Topics Clinic
Tuesday 10th March 2026
8:00 PM
Join NB Medical and Cancer Research UK for a jam-packed update on the latest research and tools available to help clinicians in Primary Care effectively manage uncertainty and improve the timely diagnosis of cancer. In addition to safely managing patients presenting with non-specific symptoms, we'll discuss the key principles and techniques of safety netting and look at how e-safety netting tools can complement and support management. With plenty of QI suggestions to take back to your practice, it promises to be a super helpful clinic for anyone working in Primary Care.
Online courses
Clinic
Hot Topics Clinic
Tuesday 20th January 2026
8:00 PM
Safeguarding vulnerable adults in our care is a vital part of our work, and recent government statistics demonstrate the rising number of cases reported to social care. To help you with this challenging work, join us on the evening of January 20th for a free safeguarding webinar led by our Safeguarding Lead, Dr James Booth and with Dr Rob Walker on the Q&A. They will explore Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and the crucial role of capacity assessment in everyday clinical practice.
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
Urgent Care
The Urgent Care course is a truly multidisciplinary, evidence-based update in acute patient management, covering national and international literature/ guidelines to ensure you are providing the most up-to-date evidence-informed patient care broken up into small bite-size topics.
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Welcome to the Hot Topics podcast from NB Medical with Dr Neal Tucker. In this episode, we have three new and interesting research papers to look at.
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Hitting the headlines a couple of weeks ago now, the BMJ published a paper examining weight regain after cessation of medication for weight management. Although ostensibly looking at all weight loss medications,...
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A complimentary KISS Summary from NB Medical looking at the latest guidance on the management of gambling addictions in primary care
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.
