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NB Hot Topics Podcast

Hot Topics Interview: Dr Claire Fuller, GP & Primary Care Medical Director for NHS England

Nov 15, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Claire Fuller—a GP, author of the influential Fuller Stocktake report, and primary care medical director for NHS England—shares her journey in healthcare. She reflects on her family's legacy in general practice and the challenges she's faced in the NHS. The conversation explores the significance of the Fuller Stocktake report, emphasizing the need for integrated care teams to tackle health inequalities. Dr. Fuller also addresses the impact of recent governmental changes on the future of community-centered healthcare.
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Quick takeaways

  • Dr. Claire Fuller highlights her dedication to general practice, influenced by her family's medical legacy and community ties.
  • The Fuller Stock Take report advocates for a shift from access to continuity of care, addressing systemic challenges in general practice.

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Introduction to Dr. Clare Fuller

Dr. Clare Fuller shares her extensive background in general practice, emphasizing her generational connection to the field, with her grandfather and aunt also serving as GPs. Her career trajectory highlights her steadfast commitment to general practice, which began at a young age, influenced by familial ties and personal experiences with role models in medicine. She recounts her transition from a suburban practice to single-handed general practice in Northumberland, where she established deep connections with her community, embracing the challenges and rewards that came with it. Her professional journey also includes leadership roles in various health organizations and ultimately her appointment as the primary care medical director for NHS England.

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