Explore every episode of the podcast The FCP Podcast
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| Full Blood Count interpretation episode 3 with Dr Suzy Morton 'Platelets' | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:32:12 | |
Richard is joined on the podcast by consultant hematologist Dr Suzy Morton. During the episode we discuss interpretation of Full Blood Counts. Including, a introduction to platelets and common reasons for platelets being affected. We then utilise Suzy's knowledge to discuss cases including thrombocytosis and thrombocytopenia. Including, pertinent history, further investigations , red flags and referral. As always big thank you to Scott for your support. Richard Tennant - richard.tennant@nhs.net British Society for hematology https://b-s-h.org.uk/ Blooducate podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blooducations-podcast/id1477503846 College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/ Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/ | |||
| Full Blood Count interpretation episode 2 with Dr Suzy Morton 'The white blood cells' | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:42:00 | |
Richard is joined on the podcast by consultant hematologist Dr Suzy Morton. During the episode we discuss interpretation of Full Blood Counts. Including, a introduction to white blood cells and common reasons for white blood cells being affected. We then Utilise Suzy's knowledge to discuss cases including neutropenia and raised lymphocytes. Including, pertinent history, further investigations , red flags and referral. As always big thank you to Scott for your support. Richard Tennant - richard.tennant@nhs.net British Society for hematology https://b-s-h.org.uk/ Blooducate podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blooducations-podcast/id1477503846 College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/ Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/ | |||
| Pain assessment Episode 1 with Dr Graham Dunthorn 'Is this medication recommended?' | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:54:48 | |
We welcome Dr Graham Dunthorn to the podcast who is a GPwSI in Pain management. During the podcast we define chronic pain, symptoms and types of pain. We discuss assessment of pain including ; onset, reviewing medications, investigations and referral. We then utilise Graham's knowledge to discuss a patient with chronic lower back pain. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng59 https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/NG193 https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng226 https://www.nice.org.uk/Guidance/CG173 | |||
| Men's Health assessment episode 2 with Dr Jeff Foster 'think of low testosterone in men over the age of 40' | 04 Nov 2024 | 00:33:18 | |
We welcome Dr Jeff Forster who is a GP with a specialism in men's health to the podcast. We use Dr Jeff Forster's knowledge to discuss a 2 cases including testicular swelling and testosterone deficiency. We discuss pertinent history, investigations , red flags and referrals. Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub | |||
| Men's Health assessment Episode 1 with Dr Jeff Foster 'Think about men's health as its own specialty' | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:34:19 | |
We welcome Dr Jeff Forster who is a GP with a specialism in men's health to the podcast. During the episode we discuss what men's health is and why it is important in general practice. We then use Dr Jeff Forster knowledge to discuss a case of a patient with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, including pertinent history, investigation , red flags and referrals.
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| ADHD assessment with Dr Caroline Wrigley 'Listen and validate' | 04 Oct 2024 | 01:05:31 | |
We are joined on the podcast by Dr Caroline Wrigley who is a GPwSI and personal interest in ADHD. During the episode we discuss ADHD, the importance of recognition, assessment and referral. We discuss pertinent history, referral and red flags. Caroline also gives some methods to help parents and patients with possible ADHD following her own experience and research. Patient-generated document detailing ADHD symptoms according to diagnostic criteria, includes ASRS - https://thinkadhd.co.uk SNAP-IV 26 for ADHD (see results for significance of scores) - https://www.mdapp.co/snap-iv-teacher-and-parent-rating-scale-18-and-26-items-calculator-491/
· Driven to Distraction by Ed Hallowell MD and John Ratey MD – · Taking charge of adult ADHD by Russell Barkley – Book/Audiobook · ADHD Aha! by Understood – Podcast · The Disruptors – Documentary film · ADDitude magazine - https://www.additudemag.com
ADHD in women and girls: · ADHD As Females – Podcast · ADHD for smart ass women by Tracy Otsuka – Podcast · Unmasked by Ellie Middleton – Book/Audiobook · Earthed by Rebecca Schiller – Book/Audiobook · Moodswings, Meds and Mared – Documentary (Welsh with subtitles) https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4aDWG-AXCo | |||
| Austism assessment with Dr Caroline Wrigley 'Disappointment can be a all day event' | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:53:24 | |
We are joined on the podcast by Dr Caroline Wrigley who is a GPwSI and personal interest in autism. During the episode we discuss autism, the importance of recognition, assessment and referral. We discuss pertinent history, referral and red flags. Caroline also given some methods to help parents and patients with possible autism follow her own experience and research. What I want to talk about: How autistic special interests shape a life & Untypical by Pete Wharmby – Book/Audiobook Chris Packham’s Inside our autistic minds - BBC documentary Autism in women and girls Autism, girls and keeping it all inside white paper by the Autistic Girls Network https://autisticgirlsnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Keeping-it-all-inside.pdf Odd Girl Out: An autistic woman in a neurotypical world by Laura James – Book/Audiobook Strong female character by Fern Brady – Book/Audiobook Christine McGuinness: Unmasking my autism – BBC documentary
ASQ-10 for autism (score of 6+ meets NICE criteria for referral) - https://embrace-autism.com/aq-10/ ASQ-50 for autism (score of 26+ significant) - https://embrace-autism.com/autism-spectrum-quotient/ | |||
| Learning Disability patient assessment with Dr Ayesha Mahmud Episode 2 'How well do you know that patient' | 25 Jul 2024 | 01:02:45 | |
Richard is joined by Dr Ayesha Mahmud who is a GP with a specialist and personal interest in learning disabilities. During the episode we discuss cases including low mood, memory loss and menopause. We use these case studies to discuss pertinent history taking, investigations and referral. http://www.coventry.gov.uk/homepage/1636/special-educational-needs-and-disabilities https://www.coventry.gov.uk/sendlocaloffer https://www.coventry.gov.uk/special-educational-needs-disabilities/childrens-disability-register https://www.coventry.gov.uk/coventry-send-support-service Information about annual health checks: https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/learning-disability-services Screening Easy to access resources to understand the screening process: Cervical https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/790791/CSP05_an_easy_guide_to_cervical_screening.pdf Breast https://phescreening.blog.gov.uk/2019/12/20/learning-disabilities-breast-screening-film/ Bowel https://static1.squarespace.com/static/551cfff9e4b0f74d74cb307e/t/6091495eccfeef0790ab2467/1620134242898/An+Easy+Guide+to+Bowel+Cancer+Screening+-+2021.pdf Easy read health information Beyond Words It has resources about screening, health checks and also resources with pictures for people who are unable to read. There are resources about dealing with grief, bullying and law. Breast screening Cervical screening Colonoscopy Bowel screening Testicular self examination Visiting Sexual health clinic Bowel movement and stools
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| Learning Disability patient assessment with Dr Ayesha Mahmud Episode 1 'Do not assume' | 07 Jun 2024 | 00:45:30 | |
Richard is joined by Dr Ayesha Mahmud who is a GP with specialist and personal interest in learning disabilities. During the episode we define learning disabilities, why it is important to clinical practice and what should be included in learning disability reviews. We then discuss a case including with Dr Ayesha of a concerned patient which includes pertinent history, investigations and referral. http://www.coventry.gov.uk/homepage/1636/special-educational-needs-and-disabilities https://www.coventry.gov.uk/sendlocaloffer https://www.coventry.gov.uk/special-educational-needs-disabilities/childrens-disability-register https://www.coventry.gov.uk/coventry-send-support-service Information about annual health checks: https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/learning-disability-services Screening Easy to access resources to understand the screening process: Cervical https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/790791/CSP05_an_easy_guide_to_cervical_screening.pdf Breast https://phescreening.blog.gov.uk/2019/12/20/learning-disabilities-breast-screening-film/ Bowel https://static1.squarespace.com/static/551cfff9e4b0f74d74cb307e/t/6091495eccfeef0790ab2467/1620134242898/An+Easy+Guide+to+Bowel+Cancer+Screening+-+2021.pdf 8. Easy read health information Beyond Words It has resources about screening, health checks and also resources with pictures for people who are unable to read. There are resources about dealing with grief, bullying and law. Breast screening Cervical screening Colonoscopy Bowel screening Testicular self examination Visiting Sexual health clinic Bowel movement and stools
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| Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging In General Practice with Dr Mai Elftise 'Doing the RIGHT thing' | 22 May 2024 | 00:34:53 | |
Richard welcomes back Dr Mai Elftise to the podcast to discuss Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (EDIB) in General Practice. During the episode Mai defines EDIB , including the legislation and what this means in General Practice. We then discuss how EDIB can affect patient assessments and how to you may consider adapting your consultations. | |||
| MSK - Shoulder Assessment with Ed Baker 'think of active and passive movements for potential shoulder pathology' | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:52:24 | |
Richard is joined by regular MSK specialist - Ed Baker, FCP Physio and ambassador for the episode. During the episode Ed discus's the assessment of patients with possible shoulder pathology. This includes history taking, physical examination , investigations, red flags and referral. Ed then discus's cases in including subacromial impingement syndrome and frozen shoulder. | |||
| Cardiology assessment with Professor Derek Connolly episode 2 'This is heart failure until proved otherwise' | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:51:27 | |
Richard welcomes back consultant cardiologist Professor Derek Connolly to the podcast. During the episode we discuss cases including patients presenting with leg swelling / orthopnea, and patients with palpitations. Derek give us he's specialist knowledge on how to assess's these patient presentations including history, red flags, investigations and referral. | |||
| Full Blood Count interpretation episode 1 with Dr Suzy Morton 'The red blood cells' | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:52:21 | |
Richard is joined on the podcast by consultant hematologist Dr Suzy Morton. During the episode we discuss interpretation of Full Blood Counts. Including, a introduction to full blood count, why we should be requesting a full blood count and common reasons for red blood cells being affected. We then Utilise Suzy's knowledge to discuss cases including microcytic and macrocytic anemia. Including, pertinent history, further investigations , red flags and referral. As always big thank you to Scott for your support. Richard Tennant - richard.tennant@nhs.net British Society for hematology https://b-s-h.org.uk/ Blooducate podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blooducations-podcast/id1477503846 College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/ Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/ | |||
| Cardiology assessment with Professor Derek Connolly Episode 1 'Is this cardiac or could it be cardiac' | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:50:54 | |
Richard welcomes Professor Derek Connolly to the show who is a consultant cardiologist at Birmingham City Hospital. During the episode, Derek discus's how he assesses patients with possible cardiac pathology's. We discus, history taking , red flags, investigation and referrals. We then discus a case of a patient presenting with chest pain in general practice, which includes when to refer, what is involved in the rapid access to chest pain clinic and perinate history which could increase the likely of cardiac pathology. | |||
| Respiratory Assessment with Dr Mai Elftise 'Make sure to assess patients inhaler technique in your assessments' Episode 2 | 30 Jan 2024 | 00:44:57 | |
Richard and is joined by guest presenter Sophie and Dr Mai Elftise to discuss respiratory assessment. During the episode we discus's the assessment of patient cases including wheezing, prolonged cough and sleep apnea. This includes history taking, red flags, investigations and referrals for these patient presentations. | |||
| Respiratory Assessment with Dr Mai Elftise Episode 1 'Make sure your in the right body system' | 27 Jan 2024 | 00:32:10 | |
Richard welcomes Dr Mai Elftise to the podcast who is a GPwSI in respiratory medicine. During the episode we discuss the assessment of patients who present with protentional respiratory pathology. This includes history taking , red flags, investigations and referrals. We use Dr Mai's knowledge to introduce a case of a patient with possible COPD to assess and arrange appropriate investigations and referrals when needed. | |||
| MSK - Hip pain assessment 'consider the patients age when thinking about pathology in the hip joint' | 18 Jan 2024 | 00:56:44 | |
Richard and Emma welcome back FCP ambassador and physio Ed Baker to discuss hip pain assessment. Ed discus's his assessments of patients that present in his clinics with hip pain. Ed discus's history taking , physical examination and potential pathology's of the hip joint. Ed, then discus's a case of hip osteoarthritis and how he applies his assessment skills to this case. | |||
| MSK - Knee Pain Assessment 'remember one up one down' | 18 Nov 2023 | 01:10:21 | |
Richard and Emma welcome back Ed Baker who is a FCP - MSK physio in general practice and a FCP ambassador at Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub. During the episode we discuss the approach to patients that present with knee pain and how to carry out a effective knee assessment. Including, history taking, common examination findings and knee pathology. Ed discus's when we should be investigating knee pain and what investigations should requested. Ed then relates his assessment to discuss a case related to osteoarthritis presenting in general practice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=13&v=ebraZ4jM36A&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com%2F&embeds_referring_origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bing.com&source_ve_path=Mjg2NjIsMjg2NjY&feature=emb_logo | |||
| Mental Health Assessment with Dr David Palmer - Part 2 'Share the care with the patient' | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:46:59 | |
Richard and Emma welcome back Dr David Palmer, who is a GPwSI in mental health. During the the podcast we discuss patient presentations including substance abuse, psychosis and post natal depression. David give us his incite into mental health assessments including history taking , investigations and appropriate referrals. | |||
| Mental Health Assessment with Dr David Palmer - Part 1 'There's no health without mental health' | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:47:45 | |
Emma's back and we are discussing mental health assessment with Dr David Palmer, who is a GP with a keen interest in mental health. During the episode we discuss the importance of mental health assessment, David give his guidance of how he approach's mental health assessment. We they apply his knowledge to two cases including depression and anxiety. | |||
| Skin lesions with Dr Lupini 'If your not sure, ask!' | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:48:23 | |
Richard welcomes back Dr David Lupini who is a GP partner and GPwSI in dermatology. During the episode we discuss the assessment of skin lesions. Dr Lupini discus's how he started to assess skin lesions in primary care without the use of a dermatoscope. We apply the assessment to 3 cases including melanoma , squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma. Within the cases we discuss red flags in skin lesions and the correct referral pathway for these patients. | |||
| Heath Coaching Awareness Week 2023 'Making that foggy mirror become clear' | 17 Sep 2023 | 00:46:59 | |
Richard welcomes Jo Taylor a personalised care ambassador and Katie Chuter a heath and well being coach. Within the episode we look to celebrate the new role within heath care which is health and wellbeing coaching. During the episode we discuss where heath and wellbeing coaching came from, who is a heath and wellbeing coach and what does the training involved. We look to identify what the expected benefits for the patient, the service and what the future looks like in health and well being coaching. •Raise awareness of the opportunities and benefits of health coaching by highlighting how it can increase people’s capability to self-manage major conditions. •Highlight how health coaching can support people to make more informed and conscious choices that prevent the escalation of illness and improve health outcomes. •Showcase how health coaches’ unique expertise can bring about positive changes for individuals and the health and care system, such as reducing demand on services and the need for clinical interventions. •Showcase good practice and the impact of health coaching across the NHS in primary, secondary and community care. ·Highlight that health and care professionals from any specialism can learn to take a health coaching approach, with the right training.
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| MSK - Back Pain Assessment with Ed Baker | 12 Sep 2023 | 01:01:28 | |
Richard welcomes FCP ambassador and MSK physio Ed Baker to the podcast . During the episode we discuss the assessment of patients with lower back pain, including red flags , pertinent history taking and investigations in general practice. We apply this knowledge in some cases, including a patient with mechanical back pain and inflammatory spondyloarthropathy. | |||
| Liver Function Test's episode 2 with Dr Sophia Than 'If you are concerned you should do a full liver screen' | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:43:45 | |
Richard is joined on the podcast by consultant hepatologist Dr Sophia Than. During the episode discuss the interpretation of liver function tests. We use Sophia expert knowledge to discuss cases of raised ALP and Bilirubin including history, red flags, further investigations and referral. As always big thank you to Scott for your support. Richard Tennant - richard.tennant@nhs.net British Society of Gastroenterology - Management of abnormal liver function tests https://www.bsg.org.uk/clinical-resource/guidelines-on-abnormal-liver-blood-tests FIB-4 https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/2200/fibrosis-4-fib-4-index-liver-fibrosis NAFLD score https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/3081/nafld-non-alcoholic-fatty-liver-disease-fibrosis-score Kings college acute liver injury https://www.mdapp.co/kings-college-criteria-calculator-527/ Change Grow Live https://www.changegrowlive.org/ Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/ British Society of Gastroenterology https://www.bsg.org.uk/ | |||
| Women Health assessment with Dr Heidi Kerr - Part 2 | 16 Aug 2023 | 00:46:37 | |
Richard and Emma welcome back Dr Heidi Kerr who is a GPwSI in Women's Health. Within the episode Dr Heidi Kerr discus's the assessment of Women who present with pelvic pain and vaginal bleeding. Gynaecological cancers - recognition and referral | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICE | |||
| Women's Health Assessment with Dr Heidi Kerr - Part 1 | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:45:16 | |
Richard and Emma welcome Dr Heidi Kerr who is a GPwSI in Women's Health to the podcast. Within the episode Dr Kerr discus's her approach to patient assessments in women's health. We then discuss common general practice presentations including breast pains and vaginal discharge. | |||
| Dermatology Assessment - With Dr David Lupini - Part 2 | 18 Jul 2023 | 00:43:40 | |
Richard and Emma welcome back Dr David Lupini who is a GPwSI in Dermatology. Within the episode we discuss a range of common Dermatology cases in General Practice and use his expertise to ensure an affective patient assessment. Within the episode Dr Lupini discus's cases include systemic rash, pruritus and acne. | |||
| International Paramedic Day 2023 | 01 Jul 2023 | 01:10:56 | |
International Paramedics Day will be held on 8th July 2023 to build a better understanding of the breadth and depth of work carried out by paramedics around the world. Paramedicine and the Paramedic, is relatively young profession but it is growing rapidly with a very wide range of paramedic roles being carried out in different fields and we want to showcase this diversity in 2023. . Richard presents a special episode for International Paramedic Day 2023, which I based around #whatwedo. Within the episode we showcase the work that Paramedics are undertaking in General Practice and within leadership roles. | |||
| Dermatology Assessment - With Dr David Lupini - Part 1 | 18 Jun 2023 | 00:32:00 | |
Richard and Emma welcome Dr David Lupini who is a GPwSI in Dermatology. Dr Lupini discus's his approach to patient presenting with skin complaints. Dr Lupini then applies his assessment to a single site rash. He discus's potential differential diagnosis and clinical reasoning in the assessment of skin presentation. | |||
| Gastroenterology - Patient assessment with Ian Allwood - Part 2 | 27 May 2023 | 00:45:00 | |
Richard and Emma welcome back Dr Ian Allwood who is a GPwSI in gastroenterology. We would highly recommend listening to episode one where Ian discus's his process to assess abdominal pain.
Joint guideline from the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI) and the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) Faecal immunochemical testing (FIT) in patients with signs or symptoms of suspected colorectal cancer (CRC): a joint guideline from the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI) and the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) | Gut (bmj.com) Patient advice for FIT fit_symptomatic_patient_leaflet_feb2022.pdf (cancerr | |||
| Gastroenterology - Patient Assessment with Dr Ian Allwood - Part 1 | 20 May 2023 | 00:31:44 | |
Richard and Emma welcome Dr Ian Allwood who is a experienced GP with a specialist interest in gastroenterology. | |||
| Introduction to the FCP roadmap for Paramedics | 01 May 2023 | 00:42:55 | |
This is the first episode of the FCP podcast. | |||
| Palliative Care assessment with Angela Wilson and Alister Duncan Episode 3 'What do they need help with now that they did'nt need before?' | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:30:43 | |
Richard is joined by palliative care doctor Alistair Duncan and Nurse specialist Angela Wilson to discuss palliative care assessment. During the episode we utilise their skills and knowledge to discuss the deteriorating palliative patient. Including pertinent history, red flags and when to refer. Hope you enjoy the episode. Please leave some feedback about the episode.
Angela Wilson - angela.wilson2@swft.nhs.uk Alistair Duncan - Alistair.Duncan@swft.nhs.uk
Macmillan https://www.macmillan.org.uk/?gclid=f45758439b8e10e75a253f9ad779540a&gclsrc=3p.ds&msclkid=f45758439b8e10e75a253f9ad779540a NICE Prescribing in Palliative Care https://bnf.nice.org.uk/medicines-guidance/prescribing-in-palliative-care/ SPICT tool https://www.spict.org.uk/
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| Liver Function Tests with Dr Sophia Than Episode 1 'Its hard to change life style' | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:52:02 | |
Richard is joined on the podcast by consultant hepatologist Dr Sophia Than. During the episode we introduce liver function tests. We discuss what is included in a liver function test, who needs a liver function test, any guidance for clinicians in interpreting liver function tests and some common reasons for abnormal liver function test. We then discuss a case of a raised alanine transaminase, including history, red flags, further investigations and referral. As always big thank you to Scott for your support. Richard Tennant - richard.tennant@nhs.net British Society of Gastroenterology - Management of abnormal liver function tests https://www.bsg.org.uk/clinical-resource/guidelines-on-abnormal-liver-blood-tests FIB-4 https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/2200/fibrosis-4-fib-4-index-liver-fibrosis NAFLD score https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/3081/nafld-non-alcoholic-fatty-liver-disease-fibrosis-score Kings college acute liver injury https://www.mdapp.co/kings-college-criteria-calculator-527/ Change Grow Live https://www.changegrowlive.org/ Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/ British Society of Gastroenterology https://www.bsg.org.uk/ | |||
| ReSPECT podcast with Debbie White 'Its not all about DNAR' | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:50:32 | |
Richard is joined on the podcast by Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Nurse) and ReSPECT fellow Debbie White. During the episode we discuss the 'Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment' (ReSPECT). We discuss the relevant background to the ReSPECT process, including why it was started, who the process is for, when should the process start and what are the legal implications for clinicians. We then discuss two cases including an acutely unwell patient refusing further care and a new cancer diagnosis. We us Debbie's expertise for the appropriate use of ReSPECT process in these situations. Hope you Enjoy the episode As always big thank you to Scott for your support. Richard Tennant - richard.tennant@nhs.net Resuscitation Council https://www.resus.org.uk/respect Warwick University Respect Tools https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/med/research/hscience/sssh/research/respect/resources E Learning for Health https://portal.e-lfh.org.uk/Component/Details/626543 GMC CPR Professional Standards https://www.gmc-uk.org/professional-standards/the-professional-standards/treatment-and-care-towards-the-end-of-life/cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr Advanced Care Planning Guidance CCG https://www.cqc.org.uk/sites/default/files/20210318_dnacpr_printer-version.pdf MENCAP Reasonable Adjustments https://www.mencap.org.uk/easyread/about-reasonable-adjustments DNACPR Guidance https://www.turning-point.co.uk/_themesdelivery/content-delivery/assets/dnacpr-content/dnacpr-information-pack/content/index.html#/ Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/ College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/ | |||
| Palliative Care assessment with Angela Wilson and Alistair Duncan Episode 2 'Is this a normal reaction or should we be concerned' | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:52:13 | |
Richard and Sophie are join by palliative care doctor Alistair Duncan and Nurse specialist Angela Wilson to discuss palliative care assessment. During the episode we then utilise their skills and knowledge to discuss a case of a palliative care patient with low mood/depression and nausea/vomiting. Including pertinent history, red flags and when to refer. Macmillan https://www.macmillan.org.uk/?gclid=f45758439b8e10e75a253f9ad779540a&gclsrc=3p.ds&msclkid=f45758439b8e10e75a253f9ad779540a NICE Prescribing in Palliative Care https://bnf.nice.org.uk/medicines-guidance/prescribing-in-palliative-care/
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| Palliative Care assessment with Angela Wilson and Alistair Duncan Episode 1 'The only chance to get it right' | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:54:20 | |
Richard and Sophie are join by palliative care doctor Alistair Duncan and Nurse specialist Angela Wilson to discuss palliative care assessment. During the episode they define palliative care, what the journey may look like for patients, who is involved and when should specialist team get involved. We then utilise their skills and knowledge to discuss a case of a palliative care patient with pain. Including pertinent history, red flags and when to refer. | |||
| Pain Assessment episode 2 with Dr Graham Dunthorn 'Patient need approach' | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:37:28 | |
We welcome Dr Graham Dunthorn to the podcast who is a GPwSI in Pain management. During the podcast we define chronic pain, symptoms and types of pain. We discuss assessment of a patient with fibromyalgia including history taking, diagnosis , investigations , red flags and referral. | |||
| Emergency Assessment with Greg Markham - Episode 2 'Raise the legs!' | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:43:59 | |
Richard is joined by ED Paramedic ACP Greg Markham to explore emergency presentations in general practice — and what truly constitutes an emergency in the primary care setting. Through case-based discussion, they work through presentations of syncope and angioedema, focusing on structured history-taking, clinical assessment, immediate management within general practice, and clear thresholds for hospital referral. With practical insights and real-world application, this episode is designed to build confidence in recognising and managing high-risk presentations safely and effectively in primary care. Enjoy the episode. Thank you for your support Scott Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub Home - Coventry & Warwickshire Training Hub College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/ https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/blackouts-syncope/ Syncope toolkit | RCGP Learning https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/mod/book/tool/print/index.php?id=12386 Overview | Transient loss of consciousness ('blackouts') in over 16s | Guidance | NICE https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg109 | |||
| Emergency Assessment with Greg Markham - Episode 1 'Is this patient to poorly to be in your surgery' | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:51:05 | |
Richard is joined by ED Paramedic ACP Greg Markham to explore emergency presentations in general practice — and what really counts as an emergency in the primary care setting. Greg shares a structured approach to recognising and assessing the acutely unwell patient, including practical tools and resources that can support safe, confident decision-making under pressure. Through case-based discussion, they work through suspected sepsis and acute shortness of breath — covering clinical assessment, immediate management options within general practice, red flags, and when escalation is essential. A focused, clinically grounded episode designed to support frontline practitioners managing high-risk presentations in primary care. Enjoy the episode. As always - Thank you Scott for you support Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub Home - Coventry & Warwickshire Training Hub College of Paramedics https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/ JRCALC – Joint Royal Colleges Ambulance Liaison Committee https://jrcalc.org.uk/ Healthcare professionals - The UK Sepsis Trust https://sepsistrust.org/healthcare-professionals/ Emergency Oxygen | British Thoracic Society | Better lung health for all https://www.brit-thoracic.org.uk/clinical-resources/guidelines/emergency-oxygen/ Scenario: Acute exacerbation of asthma | Management | Asthma | CKS | NICE https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/asthma/management/acute-exacerbation-of-asthma/ Scenario: Acute exacerbation | Management | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | CKS | NICE https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease/management/acute-exacerbation/ The Resus Room - Podcast - Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-resus-room/id1090433226 GP mythbusters: recently updated - Care Quality Commission Home | Resuscitation Council UK https://www.resus.org.uk/ | |||
| Renal function test interpretation with Dr Debasish Banerjee - Sodium 'Think about fluid volume' | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:42:50 | |
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 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 | |||
| Renal function test interpretation with Dr Debasish Banerjee - Chronic Kidney Disease - 'Its not a one time result' | 06 Mar 2026 | 00:42:35 | |
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 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 | |||
| Renal Function Interpretation with Dr Dabasish Banerjee Episode 1 - Potassium | 06 Feb 2026 | 00:58:15 | |
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 - richard.tennant@nhs.net 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 https://www.nejm.org/doi/abs/10.1056/NEJMoa2509542 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 | |||
| Eye Assessment Episode 2 with Dr Stella Hornby 'How many fingers am I holding up' | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:53:47 | |
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: 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 - richard.tennant@nhs.net Eye Handbook https://apps.apple.com/us/app/eye-handbook/id335546959 Primary Care Eye Service https://primaryeyecare.co.uk/ | |||
| Eye Assessment Episode 1 with Dr Stella Hornby 'some red eyes are not as serious as other red eyes' | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:57:13 | |
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 - richard.tennant@nhs.net 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 | |||