NB Hot Topics Podcast Hot Topics Interview: Dr Katie Bramall-Stainer, GP & Chair of the BMA General Practice Committee England
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Dec 13, 2024 Dr. Katie Bramall-Stainer, a GP and the chair of the BMA General Practice Committee in England, shares her inspiring journey from a disengaged medical student to a leading advocate for general practice. She discusses the pressing crisis facing GP practices, highlighting the need for urgent government intervention. The conversation also dives into the power of collective action to improve working conditions, enhance patient care, and advocate for crucial reforms in GP contracts to foster better work-life balance. Discover her vision for the future of healthcare in the UK.
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Katie's Leadership Journey
- Katie Bramall-Stainer shares how she unexpectedly moved into GP leadership through debating and union representation.
- Her fierce advocacy stems from personal experiences of being bullied and defending others in medicine.
Financial Pressures Threaten Practices
- The biggest threat to general practice is financial pressure from increased costs and unfunded demands.
- Without support, practices will close, reduce services, or cut staff, harming patient care.
Collective Action As Professional Reset
- Collective action in general practice is a slow, necessary professional reset to protect patients and GPs.
- Reducing workload helps keep care safe without breaking contracts, improving satisfaction for staff and patients.