NB Hot Topics Podcast
Hot Topics Interview: Dr Helen Salisbury, GP & BMJ columnist
Feb 28, 2025
Dr. Helen Salisbury, a GP and BMJ columnist with over 20 years of experience, shares her journey from studying philosophy to practicing medicine. She delves into how general practice has evolved, emphasizing the need for personalized care amidst systemic fragmentation. Helen discusses her transition into medical writing, sparked by a Twitter ad, and highlights the importance of accessible healthcare communication. Lastly, she advocates for a future with more GPs and better patient relationships, emphasizing teamwork in improving the healthcare landscape.
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Quick takeaways
- Dr. Helen Salisbury emphasizes the importance of maintaining personal connections in patient care despite the pressures of larger GP practices.
- She advocates for improved funding and resources in general practice to enhance job satisfaction and foster deeper doctor-patient relationships.
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Journey to General Practice
Dr. Helen Salisbury's path to becoming a GP involved a diverse educational background, starting with a degree in philosophy, psychology, and physiology before transitioning to medicine. Initially focused on hospital medicine, particularly neurology, she found her calling in general practice after deciding to start a family. She trained as a GP at a notable practice in Oxford and has spent over two decades at her current practice, establishing strong relationships with patients and the community. This long tenure has allowed her to witness firsthand the evolution of general practice and the importance of personal connections in patient care.
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