#TeamGP Perspectives

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations digging into anything and everything general practice. This episode for National Volunteer's Week is hosted by Dr Victoria Tzortziou-Brown, RCGP Vice Chair for External Affairs, with special guests Dr Aarti Bansal and Dr Mona Aquilina. Hear their discussion about turning causes and passions into thriving Member communities and getting a seat at the top table to affect change in a growing area of concern. Aarti and Mona share their personal journeys from interested parties to Committee Lead and elected Council Member, and give advice on how you can take your first steps in reaching out and getting involved with College too. Guests Dr Aarti Bansal is the College’s first Climate and Sustainability Lead from South Yorkshire North Trent Faculty and is still active in this arena as an elected member of RCGP Council and through the Greener Practice movement. Dr Mona Aquilina is a retired GP from London and Malta who pioneered the College’s now thriving Later Career and Retired Members Committee and was their first Chair. Follow Aarti and Mona on Twitter: @MonaAquilina @draartibansal and @greenerpractice Resources and Links · The Greener Practice website is the one-stop hub for environmentally sustainable primary care. You can learn about the links between planetary and human health, do quality improvement on asthma care and learn how to join the network in your local area or through national special interest groups. · The RCGP has a Net Zero Hub which consists of three excellent 30min e-learning modules on sustainable healthcare, a guide to decarbonising practices and links to the Green Impact for Health Toolkit to help you take action at a practice level. · Scroll through our Established GP pages for lots of later career and retirement information, including links to your local LCARM groups and personal stories from Members at this stage of career. Email membershipcommunities@rcgp.org.uk for more information on how to get involved with the College's work or find your local Faculty team for a friendly discussion about what’s going on close to you. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

This episode for Black History Month 2022 is hosted and presented by members of our Black History Month steering group GPs. They explore lived challenges, expectations and successes experienced. They consider how we can we dispel myths and misconceptions about this career path for young Black males and what we hope to see in the future. Guests Dr Michael Ajeleti @DrAjeleti Dr Shamarah Mathurin-Charles (Host) @doctorsham_Dr Abdul Zubairu @DrAbdulZubairu Modern Day Medics Modern Day Medics is a non-profit organisation run by a group of diverse medical students and junior doctors with a united passion to help prospective BME students achieve their medical school aspirations and provide a network for current medical students and junior doctors. Modern Day Medics aims to support and encourage all BME students wishing to study a medical degree and to aid them through this journey. They also aim to improve networking amongst current BME doctors and provide the support needed to succeed through medical school. Instagram: moderndaymedics Facebook: M.D. Medics Twitter: @MDMedics Linkedln: Modern Day Medics Email: info@moderndaymedics.com RCGP mentoring scheme RCGP Black History Month 2022 programme of activities Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

This episode is part of a special series for Refugee Week 2022. According to the Refugee Council, there were over 48,000 applications for asylum made in the UK in the past 12 months, and over 100,000 are awaiting an initial decision on their application. This panel discuss their work treating and caring for asylum seekers and refugees, and the varied, complex health needs and journeys they may have. Guests @drhareendesilva@DeepEndEoE@DOTW_UK Resources Public Health England - Migrant Health Guide: Countries A-ZBMA - Refugee and Asylum Seeker Patient Health ToolkitFairhealth - courses about health inequalitiesCADUSDoctors of The World UK - Safe SurgeriesDoctors of The World UK - Translated health informationArticle - Migrants in vulnerable circumstances: not a quick fixArticle - Access to health care for migrants: why restrictive policies are failingBMA - help for refugee doctorsBridges Programme (Scotland)Building BridgesGMC - help for refugee doctorsIPC - Resettlement Programme for Overseas DoctorsLincolnshire Refugee Doctor ProjectLondon Met University - Refugee Assessment and Guidance UnitNHS Education for Scotland (NES) Refugees Doctors ProgrammePhoenix Projectphoenixprojectoutreach@gmail.comREACHE Manchesterreache@manchester.ac.ukRefugee CouncilScotland Deanery - Refugee Doctors' ProgrammeScottish Refugee CouncilWales Deanery - refugee doctorsWARD (Wales) Visit our web page for more information on the College's statements and response to refugee and vulnerable migrants and displaced doctors. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

This episode is part of a special series for Refugee Week 2022. According to the BMA's latest figures, there are approximately 2,000 refugee doctors in the UK, many of whom pursue GP training to rebuild and continue their clinical career under a medical care system new to them. This panel discuss their work and experience supporting displaced doctors resettling and retraining in the UK. Guests Building Bridges Supporting professional development for refugee doctorsREACHEThe Phoenix Project Resources BMA - help for refugee doctorsBridges Programme (Scotland)Building BridgesGMC - help for refugee doctorsIPC - Resettlement Programme for Overseas DoctorsLincolnshire Refugee Doctor ProjectLondon Met University - Refugee Assessment and Guidance UnitNHS Education for Scotland (NES) Refugees Doctors ProgrammePhoenix Projectphoenixprojectoutreach@gmail.comREACHE Manchesterreache@manchester.ac.ukRefugee CouncilScotland Deanery - Refugee Doctors' ProgrammeScottish Refugee CouncilWales Deanery - refugee doctorsWARD (Wales) Visit our web page for more information on the College's statements and response to refugee and vulnerable migrants and displaced doctors. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

According to the BMA's latest figures, there are approximately 2,000 refugee doctors in the UK, many of whom pursue GP training to rebuild and continue their clinical career under a medical care system new to them. We hear from three doctors, displaced by conflict and listen to their personal journeys, experiences and hopes for the future. Guests Dr Abdelnasser Ibrahim Dr Fayqa Zia Dr Mirkarimullah Zia Resources BMA - help for refugee doctorsBridges Programme (Scotland)Building BridgesGMC - help for refugee doctorsIPC - Resettlement Programme for Overseas DoctorsLincolnshire Refugee Doctor ProjectLondon Met University - Refugee Assessment and Guidance UnitNHS Education for Scotland (NES) Refugees Doctors ProgrammePhoenix Projectphoenixprojectoutreach@gmail.comREACHE Manchester reache@manchester.ac.ukRefugee CouncilScotland Deanery - Refugee Doctors' ProgrammeScottish Refugee CouncilWales Deanery - refugee doctorsWARD (Wales) Visit our web page for more information on the College's statements and response to refugee and vulnerable migrants and displaced doctors. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This week, join GPs from across the UK focusing on LGBT+ health. Guests Find Adrian Harrop on twitter, Dr Rafik Taibjee on twitter and Dr James Betteridge-Sorby on twitter. Resources - Check out the LGBT Foundation's Pride in Practice programme here. - The RCGP LGBT+ Health hub, full of elearning can be found here. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations digging in to anything and everything general practice. This episode our panel discuss Islamophobia, their experiences as Muslim GPs and what Islamophobia Awareness Month means to them. Guests Follow Salman, Zirva, and Dornu on Twitter and Tahmina on Instagram. Resources & Links BIMA and Huffington Post survey of Muslim healthcare workers British Islamic Medical Association Islamophobia Awareness BIMA Ramadan compendium, guidance on providing prayer time, and surgical attire toolkit Salman also mentioned the book 1001 Cures Email membershipcommunities@rcgp.org.uk for more information on how to get involved with the College's work on religious inclusion, racial equity and other EDI initiatives. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. During RCGP Annual Conference 2021 in Liverpool we recorded a face to face podcast with three Women GPs who discussed the theme of Intersectionality in context of their own experiences and opportunities. Guests Dr Ayede Ologun Dr Aaliya Goyal Dr Shamarah Mathurin-Charles Resources The Black Women in Health group British Islamic Medical Association Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

As part of the Women at the heart of general practice exhibition and RCGP Pride season, we are delighted to explore some exhibition themes around family, leadership, women as patients and becoming a GP. RCGP Pride season will be running until LGBT+ History month 2022. Women at the heart of general practice will be running until April 2022. If you would like to get involved in activities or the steering group get in with us at membershipcommunities@rcgp.org.uk Resources Check out the RCGP LGBT Hub for resources, events and more Find out about the support LGBT Foundation provide and Pride in Practice accreditation If you are interested in becoming a mentor, or looking for a mentor visit RCGP Mentoring Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations, bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This episode discusses wellbeing; what matters and when to start the conversation. Please be mindful this episode contains mention of child abuse and suicidal thoughts. Follow Tesh and Zirva on Instagram @doctor.tesh and @drzirva and Carter on Twitter @drcartersingh. If you need urgent support or have been affected by anything in this episode, please reach out through: BMA 24/7 Helpline – 0330 123 1245 Practitioner Health Programme - text NHSPH to 85258 Contact your local RCGP faculty Samaritans helpline - 116 223 Resources Find more resources, support, and upcoming wellbeing events on the RCGP wellbeing pages. Check out mental health charity You Okay Doc Wellbeing resources from the Muslim Council of Britain Wellbeing resources from the Newham Training Hub Faith-based mental health & wellbeing resources from Good Thinking Doctors in Distress charity, who work on preventing suicide in the medical profession Search #NHSMuslimsWellbeing to find free Islamic counselling and faith-based support for Muslims working in the NHS from the Inspirited Minds, Lateef Project and NHSE collaboration We also mentioned the recent project Mind Us run by Melanin Medics. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations, bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This is the last in a series of special guest episodes focusing on wellbeing, and in particular burnout with Dr Alka Patel. Follow Alka on Instagram @dralkapateluk and find out more about the LIFESTYLE First method on her website. Resources Find more resources, support, and upcoming wellbeing events on the RCGP wellbeing pages. If you need urgent support, please reach out to: BMA 24/7 Helpline – 0330 123 1245 Practitioner Health Programme - text NHSPH to 85258 Contact your local RCGP faculty Samaritans helpline - 116 223 Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations, bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This is the first in a series of special guest episodes focusing on wellbeing, and in particular burnout with Dr Alka Patel. #TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations, bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This is the third in a series of special guest episodes focusing on wellbeing, and in particular burnout with Dr Alka Patel. Follow Alka on Instagram @dralkapateluk and find out more about the LIFESTYLE First method on her website. Resources Find more resources, support, and upcoming wellbeing events on the RCGP wellbeing pages. If you need urgent support, please reach out to: BMA 24/7 Helpline – 0330 123 1245 Practitioner Health Programme - text NHSPH to 85258 Contact your local RCGP faculty Samaritans helpline - 116 223 Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations, bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. Here's the second in our series of special guest episodes focusing on wellbeing, and in particular burnout with Dr Alka Patel. Follow Alka on Instagram @dralkapateluk and find out more about the LIFESTYLE First method on her website. Resources Find more resources, support, and upcoming wellbeing events on the RCGP wellbeing pages. If you need urgent support, please reach out to: BMA 24/7 Helpline – 0330 123 1245 Practitioner Health Programme - text NHSPH to 85258 Contact your local RCGP faculty Samaritans helpline - 116 223 Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations, bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This is the first in a series of special guest episodes focusing on wellbeing, and in particular burnout with Dr Alka Patel. Follow Alka on Instagram @dralkapateluk and find out more about the LIFESTYLE First method on her website. Resources Find more resources, support, and upcoming wellbeing events on the RCGP wellbeing pages. If you need urgent support, please reach out to: BMA 24/7 Helpline – 0330 123 1245 Practitioner Health Programme - text NHSPH to 85258 Contact your local RCGP faculty Samaritans helpline - 116 223 Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This week, join GPs from across the UK focusing on South Asian Heritage and what this means to them as GPs in celebration of the first South Asian Heritage Month. Guests Find Dr Mo Sattar on Twitter, Dr Aaliya Goyal on Twitter, Dr Thuva Amuthan on Twitter and Dr Zirva Khan on Twitter. Resources - Find out more about South Asian Heritage Month here and on Twitter. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This week, join GPs from across the UK focusing on being a black woman in general practice. Guests Find Dr Margaret Ikpoh on twitter, Dr Omon Imohi on twitter & instagram and Dr Shamarah Mathurin-Charles on twitter, instagram and youtube. Resources - The Black Women in Health group, founded by Dr Imohi, can be found here. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP & #RCGPTogether Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This week, join GPs from across the UK focusing on PTSD. Find our guests online… Prof Amanda Howe on Twitter and LinkedIn Prof Mike Holmes on Twitter and Linkedin Brigadier Robin Simpson on LinkedIn Dr Amrita Sen Mukherjee on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. Resources RCGP COVID Wellbeing Resource Hub RCGP Veteran Friendly Practices Roger Neighbour's top tips for video consultations and having challenging conversations with patients during COVID-19 Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#TeamGP & #RCGPTogether Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This week, join GPs from across the UK focusing on LGBT+ pride. Guests Find Dr David Hogg on twitter, Dr Kamila Kamaruddin on Twitter, Dr Anthony James on Twitter and Dr Duncan Shrewsbury on Twitter and Instagram. Resources - Check out the LGBT Foundation's Pride in Practice programme here. - The RCGP LGBT+ Health hub, full of elearning can be found here. - More information, including handouts, on David's project focussing on care for LGBT+ youth in rural Scotland can be explored here. - Online pride events mentioned include NHS Virtual Pride and UK Black Pride Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#RCGPTogether Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This week, join GPs from across the UK focusing on physical health. Guests: Follow Simon on Twitter @DocRunner1. You can find Nirja and Sara on Instagram @doctor_dancing and @theyogigp. Resources: Check out the Parkrun Practice initiative here. The 10 minute zumba taster mentioned is on our YouTube here and there are many more resources on the RCGP wellbeing pages. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.

#RCGPTogether Perspectives are peer-to-peer conversations bringing GPs together to share perspectives on anything and everything general practice. This week join GPs from across the UK focusing on mental health for Mental Health Awareness Week. Guests: You can find Alka on Instagram @dralkapateluk and on her website. Alex is on Instagram @the_resilient_doc and together they form two parts of The WorkWell Doctors. Find Liz and Emma on Twitter @DrLizEngland and @RippleLife. Resources: Go straight to the RCGP wellbeing pages for more support and resources on mental health during COVID-19 and beyond. Find out more about the NHS England and RCGP coaching service #LookingAfterYouToo on the Our NHS People page. And there's more specific information for GPs in Northern Ireland at https://gpni.co.uk/wellbeing. If you have been affected by anything raised here or need urgent support, text NHSPH to 85258. Please note that the views expressed in these conversations are that of RCGP members and may not represent RCGP views or policy.