GPnotebook Podcast

Morton’s neuroma is a common condition that results in forefoot pain. It is a condition that can often be diagnosed in primary care and managed with simple changes in footwear and over-the-counter treatments. In this episode, Dr Kate Chesterman discusses the classic presentation of Morton’s neuroma, considers the need for any investigations, and updates us on appropriate self-care advice that can be given to patients.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/orthopaedics/ep-138-mortons-neuroma.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.

The 6–8-week postnatal check is a chance to better support mental health in new parents. In this second episode in a series on perinatal mental health, Dr James Waldron speaks with Dr Jenny Barnes – a GP in Warwickshire and perinatal mental health champion – about making the most of this critical opportunity. This episode discusses addressing mental health in both mothers and partners, the hidden toll of social media and understanding associated conditions such as obsessive-compulsive disorder and psychosis. It also offers practical insights for healthcare professionals to expand their approach and improve care for the whole family.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/mental-health/ep-137-beyond-baby-blues-supporting-mental-health-in-parents-and-partners.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.

In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa invites you to join her in the first ever GPnotebook quiz of the year. The GPnotebook education team have been reflecting upon all that they have learnt over the past 12 months, in both their day-to-day clinical work and through delivering GPnotebook Study Group events. The quiz is based on the facts that the team have found most useful, interesting and sometimes surprising. So, have a pen and a piece of paper ready, and give it a go!Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/general-information/ep-136-quiz-of-the-year-2024.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.

Tinnitus can be frustrating for both patients and clinicians as there is some misinformation and misunderstanding about its aetiology and treatment options. For some people with tinnitus there is significant distress and a reduced quality of life that may not always be appreciated by healthcare professionals. Fortunately, most cases of tinnitus can be treated successfully, and there are a number of management techniques that can reduce its impact, including sound therapy, stress reduction and treatment of any underlying causes. In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson gives an overview of this common problem, with a reminder of how to evaluate it and when to refer a patient to secondary care.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at: https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/ear-nose-and-throat/ep-135-tinnitus.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.