The Primary Care Dermatology society (PCDS) was set up by GPs in 1994 to support dermatology education in primary care and redress the gap which saw dermatology account for 30% of GP consultations but not an extensive part of medical education. The PCDS website and society has grown and is recognised to provide comprehensive guidance, […]
You are invited to an evening of festive fun! A chance to meet with other locums, share stories and meet the team behind locum support at Kernow Health. With food, raffles and festive activities, simple book your spot using the link provided and pay a £5 deposit, redeemable on the night.
Cornwall Foundation Trust have partnered with the charity Beat to run the CPD accredited course, Beyond the Symptoms. It is aimed at professionals who do not specialise in eating disorder treatment but may work with people experiencing symptoms. The 2 half-day or 1 full day training is free to attend and will help you understand […]
Our next conference and exhibition within the Best Practice brand is around the corner on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 February at Olympia, London. It is the largest gathering of general practice HCPs from within London and the South-East, and it is FREE to attend! Now over 2,000 HCPs registered to attend. For full information and […]
Wednesday, 28 February, 2024 (9:30am-4pm) – Venton Conference Centre, Newquay Training workshop for GPs about how to support patients with personality disorders in general practice, covering: Assessment Referral options in primary and secondary mental health services Signposting options in third and voluntary sector organisations Maximising consulting skills Email: Mark Morris (markmorris@nhs.net) to register your interest […]
Dear colleagues, In November 2023, BMJ Quality and safety published a research paper analysing patient safety in remote primary care consultations. The research conducted by an Oxford University research team, utilised data from NHS bodies, including NHS Resolution, NHS England and the Health Safety Science Investigation Bureau (HSSIB), to triangulate patient outcomes and identify where many of […]
Wednesday, 1 May, 2024 19:00 - 20:00 Free to members Non- Members - £10.00 Join the RCGP Tamar and Severn Faculties and Wesleyan for a session on pensions. Hot topics covered will include: NHS pensions & partial retirement The McCloud Judgement Limited companies Spring budget considerations Retirement planning
We would like to invite you to join our Minor Surgery Skills | Entry Level (includes DOPS) in Exeter. Date: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 July 2024 Time: Day 1: 09:00 - 17:00 & Day 2: 09:00 - 16:15 Location: Leonardo Hotel Exeter A two day course that is highly recommended to beginners to learn the basics […]
Join one of three Free BLS session for Tamar Faculty members Wednesday, 10 July, 2024 - St Austell Conference Centre 9.30 - 11.00 - Register online 12:00 - 13.30 - Register online 14:00 - 15:30 - Register online RCGP member - FREE* Non member - £40.00 RCGP Tamar Faculty members are invited to FREE BLS sessions […]
Kernow Local Medical Committee has successfully pushed for the General Practitioners’ Committee (GPC) to hold a dedicated virtual roadshow for Cornwall on the next steps of the GP Contract and the ballot on potential collective action. Dr Katie Bramall-Stainer, GPC Chair, and Dr Julius Parker, GPC Deputy Chair, will explain the ballot, the timing, the options […]
Following on from the General Practitioners’ Committee roadshow for Cornish general practice on 11 July, Kernow LMC will host an online meeting for local GP surgeries to discuss what measures they would be comfortable taking collectively in protest at the 2024/25 GP Contract imposition and years of under-funding and under-resourcing prior to potential industrial action in […]
This is an invaluable multi agency training programme developed by The Institute of Health Visiting in order to increase the skills and confidence of health professionals, in early identification and management of perinatal mental health issues and subsequent support. Policy and research concerning national context of the impact of perinatal mental illness on mother, […]
NHS Resolution’s Safety and Learning team, in collaboration with HSSIB and NHS England are hosting a virtual forum, on the benefits of implementing safety science in primary care, responding to patient safety incidents and the support available to staff working in general practice and primary care. Event programme: How claims data can support us | […]
Do you own or run a GP Practice? Join us at Courtyard Exeter, Sandy Park for an insightful event focused on cultivating a commercial mindset and using it to boost your practice profits. Hear from experts in the field, participate in engaging discussions, and expand your insight into running your healthcare business. You're the experts on patient […]
Our next conference and exhibition within the Best Practice brand is around the corner on Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th October 2024 at the NEC Birmingham. It is the largest gathering of general practice HCPs from across England, and it is FREE to attend! With over 5,000 HCPs expected to attend. For full information and to register please click […]
Autumn Budget statement This week’s budget announcement has left GP partners hugely concerned about the significant rise in employment costs from April 2025 and the impact this will have on their practice. For many the cost of these changes to national insurance contributions and the lowering of the threshold will be a hammer blow to […]
Welcome to the 6th Kernow BSLM Lifestyle Medicine Conference. This conference will be of interest to anyone working in the fields of Health + Social Care and Wellbeing. We invite you to join us for inspirational talks and interactive sessions from the world of Lifestyle Medicine. There has never been a more important time for the "pillars" […]
The 2024 Tamar Faculty McConaghey Lecture will be given by Professor Richard Holland, followed by a complimentary* sit down dinner. The 2024 Faculty AGM will be held prior to the lecture and all members are welcome to join this meeting. 18:30 - 22:00 *Free to RCGP members, £30 refundable deposit payable upon booking (will be […]
The LMC will host a ‘Top Tips for your GP Practice Premises’ webinar with BW Healthcare Surveyors early next year. The webinar is open to all Practice Managers and GPs and will cover the following topics: Understanding the notional rent review process and how to challenge the proposal from the NHS. Considerations for both GP […]
Kernow LMC will be holding a Collective Action Webinar to present the LES review data, discuss ideas for further actions and develop a roadmap for the next 3-6 months. Please ensure your GP practice is represented. To register, email office@kernowlmc.co.uk
The LMC and Chase de Vere Medical – the only BMA endorsed independent financial advisers – are delivering a CPD accredited webinar for local GPs on ‘What a GP needs to know about the NHS Pension Scheme’ on Wednesday, 22 January, from 1-2pm. When it comes to the NHS pension scheme, GPs really are being squeezed, with some having paid […]
The LMC will host a webinar with Aitchison Raffety about the new NHS Premises Costs Directions and what they mean for your GP practice. Designed for GPs and Practice Managers, the webinar will highlight crucial updates and provide practical guidance to ensure your surgery is well-prepared and stays compliant and financially optimised. Dom Rosenbaum, Associate […]
The LMC is proud to announce a joint program with The Cornwall Primary Care Training Hub and Collaborative Board to help us all progress towards the British Medical Association’s safe working guidance. We often hear this called 25 patients a day. In recent months, the question we are most frequently asked is: “how do I do […]
The Autumn 2024 budget immediately increased staff costs for GP practices by way of the increased employer’s National Insurance contributions, with practices having no access to the reliefs for this afforded to many other businesses. As a result, practices have been left with real concerns as to what their staffing costs and structures may look […]
