First time - Professional conversation
It is hard to approach any colleague with advice on their clinical management, especially a senior one. Jo Scott-Jones suggests how to handle it
5 Nov 20146min
Primary thinking: Shelley Frost
5 Nov 201410min
Dr Malloy talks about strategies on how to change the perception of GPs in the health sector
RNZCGP president Tim Malloy is the latest to share his thoughts on primary care in the New Zealand Doctor podcast series, “Primary Thinking”. In a telephone interview, Dr Malloy talks about strategies...
15 Sep 201410min
Primary thinking: Mark Peterson
NZMA chair Mark Peterson is the latest to share his thoughts on primary care in the New Zealand Doctor podcast series, Primary Thinking
16 Juli 201410min
Soaring obesity prevalence is too rapid to be genetic
Jo Scott-Jones deliberates on how to raise obesity as an issue with patients who could benefit from some weight loss
10 Juli 20146min
Be clear on values, principles of an alliance before joining
Alliance contracting can be an unfamiliar model for those participating for the first time, as Jo Scott-Jones explains
10 Juli 20146min
Patients with personality disorders a special challenge
All GPs have patients whose personality adds to the difficulty of providing care. Jo Scott-Jones offers some advice, not least to consider the wellbeing of your team
10 Juli 20144min
FIRST TIME: Disability Allowance form is a chance to re-enable
If a cost, even outside of the sphere of healthcare, is directly related to a patient’s disability, Jo Scott-Jones says it should be considered when making an allowance application
6 Mars 20148min
