The following are resources that GPs and Registrars have found useful.
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Need Help?

Doctors are notoriously bad at seeking help, but it is a key part of professionalism and maintaining a healthy, enjoyable career. This page provides some ideas as to where to look for help when you need it. Your need may be simply for someone to talk over career or learning plans, or it may be something more serious. Whichever, the phrase "Doctor, heal thyself" is very bad advice.
 

Official Bodies

Government Bodies, Unions and Associations that provide direction, guidance and support for our profession, including Trainees, Principals, Salaried Doctors and Locums.

Guidelines and Evidence Based Medicine

With new and changing guidance being issued at an ever increasing rate, web-based resources are the easiest way to ensure you are up to date.

Search for Clinical Information Online

General and Specifically Medical Resources. Never heard of that Syndrome? Want to know more about a disease?

Resources for use in the Consultation

Patient leaflets, photos and diagrams can enhance patient understanding and care. Quick searches can enhance diagnostic accuracy or provide up to date treatment advice.

Tools for Identifying Learning Needs

Whether you are starting your Registrar year, or planning your Personal Development Plans and appraisal, identifying learning needs is and essential first step. Without help, you may not realise what you don’t know.


Useful Books

Primarily aimed at Registrars, this list also includes some gems for the established GP’s bookshelf.
 
 
 
Last updated at 13:56, 23 Sep 2011