
eGPlearning Podblast
eGPlearning Podblast is a the audio podcast for eGPlearning by two Nottingham-based GPs covering recent topics, useful clinical apps, and interviews with primary care health tech innovators. Hosted by Dr Hussain Gandhi (@drGandalf52) and Dr Andrew Foster (@drawfoster) as they tech-enhance primary care and learning.
Latest episodes

Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 6min
How Patchs can revolutionise your practice with AI
Contact us and share your opinion"Discover the Future of Online Medical Consultations with Patchs: Unique AI, Language Translation, and Telephone Assistant! 🚀Join DrGandalf and the team from Patchs as we showcase the groundbreaking features that set Patchs apart in the world of online medical consultations, including:Innovative AI: Experience true machine learning, developed with clinicians. Patchs AI analyzes natural language from patient inputs, enabling detailed and efficient triage and workflow. Discover how Patchs AI revolutionizes patient queries and follow-up, setting a new standard in healthcare technology. Learn more about our AI capabilities here: https://help.patchs.ai/hc/en-gb/secti...Two-Way Language Translation: A first in online consultation systems, Patchs offers seamless two-way translation in over 30 languages, ensuring clear communication between patients and GPs. Patch AI system provides data privacy, quality control, and an audit trail for safety. Find out more about Patchs Translate here. https://help.patchs.ai/hc/en-gb/artic...Telephone Assistant for Online Consultations: An innovative solution for patients to submit consultation requests via telephone, reducing wait times and missed calls to zero. This feature is invaluable for patients without access to smartphones or computers, and it streamlines practice operations. Read about the Telephone Assistant here. https://help.patchs.ai/hc/en-gb/artic...Additionally, we'll touch on how Patchs aligns with the new GP contract, aiding in data provision, demand management, and ensuring equal access to care across all consultation modes.Patchs not only excels in improving patient accessibility and satisfaction (as shown by their 4.5-star Trustpilot rating) but also significantly reduces GP practices' workloads. Join us to explore hoBoost 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Apr 6, 2024 • 1h 26min
2024 GP contract PCN DES, CAIP, IIF and QoF review
Contact us and share your opinionJoin Andy and Gandhi for the 2024 GP contract review in its complete form⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Intro to FINAL GP contract02:28 GP contract 2024/2510:30 PCN DES 24/2514:37 PCN DES Service requirements16:55 PCN Finances 24/2520:00 PCN guidance documents part A33:30 eGPlearner comments and 100+ live41:05 PCN guidance documents part B45:18 CAIP for 24/2552:19 IIF 24/2556:00 more eGPlearner comments01:00:22 QoF 24/2501:08:38 Our thoughts01:19:30 More from eGPlearningTHC resource: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/blogGP contract letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...Implementation letter GP contract 24/25: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publicatio...PCN DES letter: 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Mar 30, 2024 • 1h 18min
GP Referendum results, dissatisfaction in the NHS and GP contract final details and more
Contact us and share your opinionJoin Andy and Gandhi as they cover the low satisfaction rates in the NHS from everyone, guidance on PAs and more and the FULL contract review next week: ➡️➡️ https://youtube.com/live/0zWQxBgww1I?...Subscribe to our Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/egplearningRegister for EPIC: https://bit.ly/EPICapplyWays to Work with Us: contact me: / dr-hussain-gandhi Connect with me: https://bit.ly/m/eGPlearningQuestion - why do you think people voted yes to the GP contract?Disclaimer: Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/dis...⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Intro02:20 GP referendum results10:10 GPs ONLY get 5.5% NHS fundingBoost 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Mar 23, 2024 • 24min
Looking after your wellbeing in this chaotic GP world
Contact us and share your opinionWe discuss tips for reducing stress and supporting wellbeing despite the current chaotic and toxic news around in General Practice…0:00 Introduction0:41 Agenda - What are we covering and why?1:59 Challenges to wellbeing in General Practice3:47 Managing your news sources8:28 Creating a positive work environment11:21 Make time for “Deep Work”12:42 Have fun when you can13:43 STOP working & take BREAKS14:55 Get ACTIVE16:30 Restorative activities17:29 AVOID negative activities18:11 Recognise when you need outside helpBoost 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Mar 17, 2024 • 1h 7min
GP referendum, TPP Chaos and more in your primary care update
Contact us and share your opinionJoin Andy and Gandhi for the latest news in General Practice in this update episode on the chaos in primary care.00:00 Intro01:54 GPC ask for 8.7% increase!07:46 BMA GP referendum12:20 Industrial action in Nov15:45 BMA guidance on PA29:47 ICB stops same day hub plans37:24 £300k shortfall at practices closing44:34 GPs redundent at 'GP at Hand'49:18 eGPlearning events50:55 TPP Chaos - Frank Hester question57:06 GP update round-up01:00:07 Sanity in a chaotic worldGPC reveals 8.7% funding demand as contract referendum openshttps://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/202... Contract growth vs inflation figuresBMA plans for GP industrial action in Novemberhttps://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/bre... Look at timeline box….Public & profession focus groups - positiveDiscuss:Types of industrial action?GP Partner vs salaried position within industrial actionGP practices forced to repay up to £300k due to ICB admin errorBoost 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Mar 2, 2024 • 1h 28min
GP contract review 2024
Contact us and share your opinionJoin Andy and Gandhi as they review the proposed GP contract and explore if it is any good? See below for links and timestamps ⬇️⬇️⬇️Contract letter: https://www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content...00:00 Intro02:52 New GP contract summary05:05 THAT NHSE webinar!09:55 2% uplift....!14:14 BMA response17:03 QoF changes23:14 IIF changes27:47 CAIP Capacity and Access Implementation funding34:32 PCN DES changes38:24 PCN CD pay changes40:50 ARRS changes and flexibility46:52 No more redistribution48:00: eGPlearner comments52:30 Performer list changes55:52 Comments58:40 Registration tools01:00:03 Continuity clause01:03:16 Data sharing changes01:06:25 Workforce data01:10:22 Miscellaneous changes01:12:00 Comments01:13:52 Our thoughts01:20:10 Extra information01:21:25 Your actions and next...Foundr PCN episode: 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Mar 2, 2024 • 35min
Same day acute hub model explained -The Foundry Lewes Model
Contact us and share your opinionTeam eGPlearning shares the Foundry Lewes same-day acute hub model as in the Fuller Stocktake in tackling GP access. Full links below⬇️⬇️⬇️Watch This Next ➡️ Subscribe to our Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/egplearningWays to Work with Us: contact me: / dr-hussain-gandhi Connect with me: https://bit.ly/m/eGPlearningQuestion - Do same-day access hubs work in our mind? Answer below. Disclaimer: (This video is not sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.)Some links may contain affiliate links to help support eGPlearning see our disclaimer at https://egplearning.co.uk/contact/dis...⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Intro01:00 Dr Phil Wallek intro01:35 What is Foundry PCN03:13 Continuity with scale AND access!04:55 Balancing the teams05:38 Patient streaming to make continuity08:00 Creating a hub clinic09:30 Andy's thoughts10Boost 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 12min
Acute same day hubs in General Practice - can they work?
Contact us and share your opinionCan Same day acute hubs work in General Practice? What will help? What will not? Find out in this episode with the eGPlearning team links⬇⬇⬇ New Contract stream: https://youtube.com/live/WcNea4om6a8?...Guest speakers:Dr Phillip Wallek - Foundary PCNStefan ScholtesDr Vanashree 'Ash' Sexton00:00 Intro01:25 Guest intro03:20 The 'NWL' model06:00 The Foundry model12:50 Do acute hubs need to be single site?17:30 Types of triage for acute hubs22:50 Some evidence on triage and hubs24:25 Continuity vs urgency conundrum27:10 Team-based continuity30:00 Patient communication32:10 eGPlearner questions32:45 Pharmacy First and acute hubs34:10 Personalised care roles in acute hubs35:40 SDA acute hubs across PCNs/practices37:40 Acute hubs for the system39:15 Challenges of SDA acute hubs43:15 The Hidden Agenda issue43:40 Hub offer to the system45:42 Stepping stone changes47:10 Implementing SDA hubs now?50:50 Should hubs be mandated?53:20 Extra reactions54:20 Thanking our guests56:00 End of year madness -QoF/IIF01:00:10 New GP contractGPs raise concern around Same day hubs: 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Feb 22, 2024 • 36min
Times 10 point plan to save the NHS
Contact us and share your opinionThe Times newspaper has a 10 point plan to save the NHS. We discuss the Times Health Commision behind these recommendations and reorder their suggestions from least to most exciting. We also discussed what we think they missed…0:00 Introduction1:41 What is the Times Health Commision3:53 10. Incentivise NHS staff to take part in research5:44 9. Guaranteed access to children’s mental health support within 4 weeks6.59 8. Establish a National Care System8:14 7. Create digital patient passports10:13 6. Tackle waiting lists by introducing weekend High-Intensity Theatre (HIT) lists11:18 5. Establish a Healthy Lives Committee13:074. Introduce no-blame compensation for medical errors14:57 3. Tackle obesity through taxation and advertising regulation17:23 2. Reform the GP contract to focus on wider health outcomes19:32 1. Write off student loans for doctors, nurses and midwives who stay in the NHS23: 20 What do we think is missing?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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse

Feb 15, 2024 • 49min
Is this the end of General Practice?
Contact us and share your opinionBoost 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—digital, on-call, and more. Gain practical knowledge, exclusive tips, and direct access to our experts through open Q&A sessions. Elevate your ability to manage primary care challenges effec Subscribe and hear the latest EPIC episode. Join Dr Mike as he shares how to get started and fly using EMIS to make your life easier with this clinical systembit.ly/EMIScourse
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