Best PCN Podcasts (2025)

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"Threshold to Valley Forge" with Sheilah Vance 57:03

18d ago57:03

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From December 12-19, 1777, Washington's Army encamped in the towering hills of Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania, fifteen miles from Philadelphia. Known as the Threshold to Valley Forge, the Gulph Mills Encampment is often forgotten or minimized, falling as it did between the more famous military engagements of the Philadelphia Campaign and the well-known …

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General Practice update May 2025 1:12:15

16h ago1:12:15

1:12:15

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi for some major updates on health tech in general practice. Did you catch these? PCIT➡️ https://bit.ly/pcit2025 🤖 AI Scribe guidance: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/... 🫱🏾‍🫲🏾Accurx conference details 🗺️ Neighbourhoods update: https://www.nhsconfed.org/publication... 🖥️More AI in primary ca…

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S07E12: Building Again After Volt with Jordan Lawrence - CEO and Co-Founder at Damisa 48:39

2d ago48:39

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What if the work ethic that built one of Europe’s fastest-growing fintechs could unlock an even bigger opportunity? In this episode of In Check with Fintech, host Rogier Rouppe van der Voort sits down with Jordan Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder at Damisa and former CGO and Co-Founder of Volt, to explore the real playbook behind scaling, surviving hype…

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eGPlearning Easter update 51:43

14d ago51:43

51:43

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest General Practice update for Easter - what chaos is being brought? PCIT: https://www.primarycareit.co.uk/ 00:00 Intro 01:30 Episode plan 03:14 Advice and guidance on millions to save BBC - Plan for GPs to keep millions out of hospital https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c... 10:36…

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Reviewing contract changes and announcements of Q1 2025! 37:21

29d ago37:21

37:21

Contact us and share your opinion Today we pause for breath and recap on the big announcements and developments so far this year in General Practice and the NHS. This is a great summary to help you catch up with the big contract changes and announcements so far this year. Topics covered and more in depth eGPlearning resources… 30/1/25 - Neighbourho…

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"A Killer at the Door" with Bruce Mowday 53:48

1M ago53:48

53:48

In summer 2023, Chester County, Pennsylvania, was shaken by the daring escape of convicted murderer Danilo Cavalcante. Cavalcante scaled a prison wall, sparking a gripping two-week manhunt. He traversed forests, farmlands, and neighborhoods, evading law enforcement and causing schools to close, businesses to shutter, and streets to empty. pcntv.com…

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NHS GP contract review 25-26 1:33:34

1M ago1:33:34

1:33:34

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi for a deep dive on the GP contract details for 2025-26 check out @primarycareit4878 Network Contract DES 25-26:https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio... NHS GP contract 25-26 non-clinical guidance https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content... NHS GP contract 25-26 clinical guidance https://www.englan…

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S07E11: Redefining Leadership in Fintech with Emma Hagan – CEO at ClearBank 36:36

1M ago36:36

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What does it take to move from a risk-focused career to the CEO seat at one of the UK’s most influential fintechs? And why is having a female CEO in fintech still seen as “unusual” in 2025? In this episode of In Check with Fintech, Emma Hagan, CEO at ClearBank, joins Rogier for a wide-ranging conversation that goes beyond her impressive career. Fro…

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"Life, Liberty, and Death on the Appalachian Frontier" with Robert Swift 58:47

1M ago58:47

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Learn about the stories of the men and women who traveled across the mountain ranges and through the valleys that made up the Appalachian region, focusing on the 18th century leading to the American Revolution and events that occurred mainly in Pennsylvania and New York. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-signup pcntv.com…

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"The Soul of Pittsburgh" with Ed Simon 57:53

2M ago57:53

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Pittsburgh contains multitudes. From the decline of the steel industry and the exodus of a vast diaspora of Pittsburghers to its reinvention as a trendy mid-sized metropolis, the ethos of the Steel City remains ever-changing. This project was financed in part by a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Department of Community and Economic…

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Ep 9 The end of one story, and the start of another. (GPoPA ep 35-39) 2:06:25

2M ago2:06:25

2:06:25

SPOILERS AHEAD for the PCN's A Grim Podcast of Perilous Adventure Episodes (35-39) They're at it again! Murders and Mysteries abound, time is running out, and Bruno hates running. Mina meets evil Mina, Carl throws things, and Lucky get a real taste of that sweet, sweet magic. What are we talking about? Check it out here, or search for "A Grim Podca…

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Total Triage with Accurx 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

Contact us and share your opinion Find out more and the quick start guide here: https://link.accurx.com/JourneyToEfficientTriage Boost your triage skills with our dynamic 5-session live webinar course, tailored for primary care clinicians. Led by Dr. Gandalf and Dr. Ed Pooley, this comprehensive training covers all facets of remote patient triage—d…

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S07E10: Fintech’s Secret Weapon - Modular IT & Smart Scaling with Felipe Peñacoba Martinez – CIO at Revolut Bank 46:10

2M ago46:10

46:10

Scaling a fintech to 50M+ users isn’t just about speed—it’s about security, agility, and building IT infrastructure that won’t crack under pressure. In this episode of In Check with Fintech, host Rogier Rouppe van der Voort sits down with Felipe Peñacoba Martinez, CIO at Revolut Bank, to unpack how modular IT, AI-driven automation, and compliance-f…

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Ep 8 The Party starts a gang war (GPoPA episodes 33-34) 1:13:41

2M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

SPOILERS AHEAD for the PCN's A Grim Podcast of Perilous Adventure Episodes (33-34) Rob and Dan follow Mina, Lucky, Carl, and some guy named Bruno in Bogenhaffen. They get paid, then paid again, Lucky pays poo to the poo god. everyone runs, then run again, and some other stuff. oh, and they start a gang war. What are we talking about? Check it out h…

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GP contract headlines 25/26 1:51:55

2M ago1:51:55

1:51:55

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi for this extra episode reviewing the draft GP contract changes and what they mean for General practice LIVE join PCN PLus LIVE: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/pcn-... Contract offer: https://www.bma.org.uk/media/vy3fnfsa... Government comments: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ne... BMA com…

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UK AI Playbook for Healthcare 26:58

2M ago26:58

26:58

Contact us and share your opinion The Artificial Intelligence Playbook for the UK Government is a document published by the UK government on 10/2/25 to help departments and public sector organisations harness the power of a wide range of AI technologies safely, effectively, and responsibly. We discuss how this document can help individuals and orga…

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"Jazz in the Hill" with Colter Harper 53:16

2M ago53:16

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From the 1920s through the 1960s, Pittsburgh's Hill District was the heart of the city's Black cultural life and home to a vibrant jazz scene. In Jazz in the Hill: Nightlife and Narratives of a Pittsburgh Neighborhood, Colter Harper looks at how jazz shaped the neighborhood and created a way of life. This project was financed in part by a grant fro…

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NHS operational and neighbour guidance for General Practice 48:54

2M ago48:54

48:54

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi for this review of the NHS Operational Guidance, the NHS Neighbourhood plan and more... NHS operational guidance: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio... NHS neighbourhood plan: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/... Sign up to PCN Plus 2025 https://ockham.healthcare/pcn-plus-co... Sign up t…

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"Into the Cold Blue" with John Homan 58:26

2M ago58:26

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A born daredevil, John Homan joined the Army Air Forces after the attack on Pearl Harbor. By 1944, he was co-piloting a B-24 Liberator over Nazi Germany, raining death and destruction on the enemy. The tale will leave readers staggered by the determination and grit of World War II aviators. This project was financed in part by a grant from the Comm…

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S07E09: The Reality of Digital Currencies with Clement Jozwiak – Chief Product Officer at Worldline 51:46

2M ago51:46

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The Digital Euro and Wero are being positioned as the future of European payments - but will consumers and businesses actually adopt them? In this episode of In Check with Fintech, Clement Jozwiak, Chief Product Officer at Worldline, joins Rogier, our host and CEO at PCN, to discuss whether new payment schemes are solving real problems or just addi…

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NHS Neighbourhood guidance by eGPlearning and more 52:41

3M ago52:41

52:41

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi for the latest on the NHS and General Practice with some major policy shifts coming see links below ⬇⬇⬇ 00:00 Gandhi solo 02:20 News Roundup 02:30 Vaccinations by ICBs National vaccination plan: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/cli... 04:56 AI Benefits in Health https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/ne…

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S07E08: From Teen Entrepreneur to FinTech Leader with Max Linden - Founder & CEO at lemon.markets 50:22

3M ago50:22

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At just 19 years old, Max Linden founded lemon.markets with a bold vision: to make capital markets truly accessible to everyone. In this episode of In Check with FinTech, we dive into Max's inspiring journey from a teenage entrepreneur to the CEO of a thriving FinTech company that has raised €28 million in funding from investors like Lakestar, Crea…

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PCN update for Jan 2025 and more 51:42

3M ago51:42

51:42

Contact us and share your opinion Future of PCNs ‘secure’ for 2025/26, NHS England tells GPs https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/nhs-structures/future-of-pcns-secure-for-2025-26-nhs-england-tells-gps/ NHSE New Publications Corner… https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/?filter-keyword=&filter-category=&filter-publication=&filter-date-from=&filter-dat…

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S07E07: Demystifying AI in Banking with Bahadir Yilmaz - Chief Analytics Officer at ING 46:42

3M ago46:42

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What role will AI play in shaping the future of banking? In this episode of In Check with Fintech, PCN CEO and podcast host Rogier Rouppe van der Voort sits down with Bahadir Yilmaz, Chief Analytics Officer at ING, to explore the transformative power of AI in financial services. Together, they explore the transformative potential of AI in financial…

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eGPlearning update Jan 2025 - Elective Recovery and more 1:12:46

4M ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Contact us and share your opinion We are back with some big news and plans for 2025 see below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Reforming elective care for patients ORIGINAL: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content... Reforming elective care for patients UPDATED: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content... PCN Plus 2025: https://events.ringcentral.com/events... GP5T9: https://eve…

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S07E06: Staying Ahead in Fintech Hiring with Shanone Kurca-Lopes & Calum Peacock - PCN Fintech Recruitment Experts 42:38

4M ago42:38

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What does 2025 hold for fintech recruitment? In this episode of In Check with Fintech, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort is joined by Shanone Kurca-Lopes, Senior Recruitment Consultant at PCN, and Calum Peacock, Director of PCN Projects, to explore the key trends shaping the year ahead. They dive into: How AI in fintech recruitment is revolutionizing the…

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Episode 7 The Door (GPoPA Episodes 31-32) 1:17:17

4M ago1:17:17

1:17:17

SPOILERS AHEAD for the PCN's A Grim Podcast of Perilous Adventure Episodes 31-32 Rob and Dan Discuss the GM, the campaign writing, and the ever-present chaos that is the party. Lucky spills the beans. Bruno is somehow in charge. Karl smokes it up, and Mina is exhausted What are we talking about? Check it out here, or search for "A Grim Podcast of P…

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S07E05: Unpacking 2024 in Fintech with Nathan Southerton & Kevin Daul - PCN Fintech Recruitment Experts 38:38

5M ago38:38

38:38

What went wrong, what we learned, and what’s next? In this reflective episode of In Check with Fintech, Rogier sits down with two of PCN’s top recruiters, Nathan Southerton & Kevin Daul, to break down the key challenges, trends, and lessons from 2024’s fintech and fintech hiring landscapes. This year brought a perfect storm: slower hiring processes…

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"Cradle of Conservation" with Allen Dieterich-Ward 1:00:10

5M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

From the origins of "Penn's Woods" to the controversial practice of fracking, Cradle of Conservation provides the first comprehensive study of Pennsylvania's environmental history. The story starts with forester Ralph Brock at the dawn of the conservation era and continues through the eras of energy production using coal, oil, natural gas, and othe…

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"Never To Be Forgotten" with Jim McClure 57:12

5M ago57:12

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"Never To Be Forgotten" tells the story of York County Pennsylvania residents just living their lives, building homes, raising families, making things and growing communities. The general history of this south central Pennsylvania county shows - with concise writing and more than 250 pictures - a community that is working hard at getting better - a…

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"William Trent: Factor of Ambition" with Jason Cherry 57:11

5M ago57:11

57:11

Take a new definitive look through the eyes of a misunderstood backcountry merchant, Major William Trent, who not only overcame obstacles and suffered loss, but whose strong quill and rebellious interactions with future founding fathers Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington, ambitiously helped shape and form the future United States of America. …

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S07E04: Solving Cross-Border Payment Challenges with Christian Pirkner - CEO of Bluecode 35:21

5M ago35:21

35:21

Can Europe create a unified solution to cross-border payments? In this episode, Christian Pirkner, CEO of Bluecode, unpacks his ambitious vision for 'payment roaming,' a system designed to eliminate barriers in the fragmented European payments landscape. By leveraging partnerships and existing infrastructure, Bluecode aims to simplify payments acro…

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AI Scribe compared in General Practice 1:08:15

5M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Contact us and share your opinion Which AI scribe tool is best? Watch this live comparison of Heidi Health, Tortus, Kiwipen and Anima see below for timestamps and https://bit.ly/GPScribeAI for the document Grab the eGPlearning comparison: https://bit.ly/GPScribeAI Contact Anima: https://calendly.com/animahealth/get-... Contact Heidi Health: https:/…

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General Practice mega update Nov 2024 49:24

5M ago49:24

49:24

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi for a mega update on all things General Practice LMC Conference…tomorrow! Andy and Gandhi's Adventures and Travels GPs need ‘swift reassurance’ tax hikes will be covered, BMA tells health secretary https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/pra... Government to set out NI hike funding arrangements for G…

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S07E03: Why Convenience Isn’t Enough & The Next Big Shift in Payments with Christian Pirkner - CEO of Bluecode 40:44

5M ago40:44

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Is Europe losing its place in the global fintech race? In this eye-opening episode, Christian Pirkner, CEO of Bluecode, discusses the pressing challenges facing the payment industry and what it takes to create smarter, more secure payment experiences. PCN CEO and podcast host, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, and Christian Pirkner dive into: Why the sy…

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BMA National Insurance calculator for practices, & Pharmacies vote for industrial action! 19:40

6M ago19:40

19:40

Contact us and share your opinion Andy explores the BMA’s “National Insurance blow for GPs” calculator and predicts the impact of the recently announced NI and minimum wage increases on a hypothetical 10,000 patient practice. We also discuss the recent National Pharmacy Association’s ballot on industrial action by community pharmacies. This is a sh…

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NHS Patient Passports 18:41

6M ago18:41

18:41

Contact us and share your opinion Wes Streeting is talking about "NHS Patient Passports" to give people control of their health records to allow their data to flow with them as they move from service to service within the health system. This links to the National Data Library announcement within the October 24 budget. Can we use UK Government data …

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S07E02: AI & the Future of Payments with Jan-Willem van der Schoot, Country Manager Netherlands at Mastercard 58:52

6M ago58:52

58:52

What does the future of payments look like at Mastercard? In this episode, Jan-Willem van der Schoot, Country Manager Netherlands at Mastercard, provides a closer look at Mastercard’s approach to innovation, from AI-driven solutions to advancing digital payments on a global scale. In conversation with our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, Jan-Wille…

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"Philadelphia: A Narrative History" with Paul Kahan 51:57

6M ago51:57

51:57

Philadelphia is famous for its colonial and revolutionary buildings and artifacts, but Philadelphia existed long before the Liberty Bell was first rung, and its history extends well beyond the American Revolution.This book presents a comprehensive portrait of the city, from the region's original Lenape inhabitants to the myriad of residents in the …

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S07E01: Driving Innovation in Payments with AI & Visa’s Vision with Jos van de Kerkhof Country Manager Netherlands at Visa 45:39

6M ago45:39

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How is Visa driving innovation in the payments industry through AI and technology? In this episode, Jos van de Kerkhof, Country Manager Netherlands at Visa, discusses the changing landscape of payments and Visa’s role in shaping its future. Our CEO, Rogier Rouppe van der Voort, sits down with Jos to explore his journey in the payments industry, Vis…

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PCN DES update Oct 2024 and the value of GPs 55:28

7M ago55:28

55:28

Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the update to the GP PCN DES contract for October 2024 and how much GPs are worth in the GP in ARRS scheme PCN DES Update document: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content... CAN 04 p59 https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content... Boost your triage skills with our dynamic 5-session liv…

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UK Medical Conference Tips 2024 – Bonus Episode from Italy 12:30

7M ago12:30

12:30

Contact us and share your opinion Andy shares his thoughts on the upcoming UK conferences in October 2024 including the themes he will be looking out for and how to plan for a conference to ensure you get the most from the experience. Bonus content and filmed on location! Boost your triage skills with our dynamic 5-session live webinar course, tail…

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Episode 6 Getting Blasted in the Face (GPoPA Episodes 25-30) 1:41:40

8M ago1:41:40

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SPOILERS AHEAD for the PCN's A Grim Podcast of Perilous Adventure Episodes 25-30 Rob and Dan follow along with the twists, turns, and hijinks of the party. Lucky is dumb, Bruno is Lucky again, Lucky is dumb again, and someone gets blasted in the face, Carl and Mina smack some people around, and Lucky is dumb again. What are we talking about? Check …

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Guide to GP safe working and the Darzi review relating to General Practice 1:03:51

8M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Contact us and share your opinion Join the solo DrGandalf for this walkthrough guide on the safeworking guidance by the BMA in General Practice Safe working guidance from the BMA: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-sup... Darzi review: https://assets.publishing.service.gov... GMS contract: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2... Boost your triage s…

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New MCCD certification of death forms in UK explained 20:56

8M ago20:56

20:56

Contact us and share your opinion Full details on the changes and what you need to know. Please share➡️ • New MCCD certification of death forms... RCPath MCCD list of causes of death ➡️ https://www.rcpath.org/static/c16ae45... RCGP training link ➡️ https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course/... NHS England guidance https://www.gov.uk/government/publica..…

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What is actually in the Doctors and Dentist Review Body Report? 24:27

8M ago24:27

24:27

Contact us and share your opinion The DDRB provides an annual report making recommendations to the government about pay awards for doctors and dentists in the UK. The headline figures are eagerly anticipated and widely quoted and discussed. But have you ever wondered what is actually in the report? What is the remit of the DDRB and how do they reac…

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GPs unite in collective action and pay lifts 52:19

9M ago52:19

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Contact us and share your opinion Join Andy and Gandhi as they review the latest changes in General Practice.....it is getting collective out there Global sum will rise by 7.4% to fund pay uplift for GPs and staff https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre... Take ‘robust’ stance on racism in GP practices, NHSE advises partners https://www.pulsetoday.co…

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Exploring a HSSIB report on the safety of digital consultation tools 38:06

9M ago38:06

38:06

Contact us and share your opinion A recent report from the UK Health Services Safety Body has highlighted potential safety concerns about the use of Digital Consultation Tools in General Practice. We explore their concerns and suggestions for improvements and further research in this. Potential benefits for patients and the workforce are also menti…

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Smart Autonomous GP triage with Rapid Health 1:08:35

9M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

Contact us and share your opinion Smarter, autonomous GP triage with Rapid Health, find out more at https://rapidhealth.ai Traditional online consultation systems, even AI-enhanced ones, still require staff to review and respond to patient requests. Smart Triage offers a new and distinct capability - autonomously assessing, navigating, and respondi…

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Anima- one tool to rule them all 1:09:23

9M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

Contact us and share your opinion Why settle for using 10s of different solutions when one single platform can transform your patient care? https://calendly.com/animahealth/get-started-with-anima-15-mins-clone Join DrGandalf and Team Anima: Rachel Mumford, one of Anima's co-founders, and Naz El-Sayegh, Anima's VP Sales and find out Anima is current…

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