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13 July 2021

Important changes to the Recorded Consultation Assessment

Important changes being made to the Recorded Consultation Assessment (RCA) from September onwards regarding mandatory criteria, safety netting and the submission time limit.

05 July 2021

#ProudtoBE: Change and the Future

Dr Von Shuro, GP Principle at Spilsby Surgery, talks about the experiences he’s had and challenges he’s faced as a black GP.

28 June 2021

Later career and retired members during COVID-19

Dr Mona Aquilina, Chair of the RCGP Later Career and Retired Members Group, reflects on the contributions of retired GPs during the COVID pandemic.

21 June 2021

Unless we look after ourselves, how can we look after our patients?

General practice is the jewel in the crown of the NHS. The system had been underfunded for at least a decade before the start of the pandemic and the cogs only keep turning due to the good will of our GPs and staff going the extra mile for our patients.

14 June 2021

Dr Gareth Patterson talks about his experience with conversion therapy

I attended conversion therapy, or reparative therapy as we called it then, from the ages of 21 to 23, attempting to change my sexuality.

14 April 2021

Mental wellbeing and resilience in a time of change

COVID-19 has forced us into a situation of undeniable uncertainty. Many courses of action which would normally have brought peace of mind do not seem to fit current circumstances. They feel inadequate and so we face the discomfort of uncertainty.

01 April 2021

AKT and RCA dates confirmed

The exams team recognises the challenges for trainees and the uncertainty that the pandemic is having on the profession. We will be writing to you regularly over the coming months to update you on everything happening within the MRCGP examinations, and our progress as we begin to look at what might eventually replace the CSA/RCA.

23 March 2021

Reflection for a Day of Reflection

‘If only…’ must be a collective sigh as we reflect on a year of distress and separation, sorrow and loss.

10 March 2021

Top tips to make the most of your GP appraisal

Your appraisal should be a fulfilling professional event - we all deserve a chance to review our achievements and challenges, and to plan ahead. Follow these tips to take control of your appraisal and your own wellbeing.