Courses and events

DOACs and their role in General Practice

RCGP Northern Ireland would like to invite you to a CPD session on the use of direct oral anti-coagulants (DOACs) and their role in General Practice. This CPD session will be taught by Dr Ryan Cherry, and will cover the best practice of the usage of DOACs in primary care.

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• Date

  13 February 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  286

Royal College of General Practitioners

Minor Surgery Skills | Refresher (includes DOPS) - 18.02.25 London

This RCGP course is a refresher aimed at GPs who are already experienced in providing skin minor surgery, this educational activity is considered to be of high quality and relevant for general practitioners CPD Revalidation needs. This refresher also includes Direct Observations of Procedural Skills (DOPS) Assessment (required by NHS England for all GPs practising minor surgery in London and recommended for all GPs wanting to practise minor surgery outside of London)

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• Date

  18 February 2025

• Start time

  09:00

• Places left

  9

Newcastle Medical School, Dental Lecture Theatre E

Learn and Connect | Rheumatology - What to refer

Welcoming back to our free for RCGP members evening lecture series, this month we will have Rheumatology. This will provide you with key learning outcomes and provide a question and answer session.

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• Date

  18 February 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  66

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ONLINE

Art for GPs - February 2025

The RCGP South West Faculties have engaged the services of a professional artist to bring members online art classes. Join our online acrylic painting classes and discover the skill of mindfulness & relaxation through art. No previous painting ability needed!

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• Date

  18 February 2025

• Start time

  19:30

• Places left

  0

Microsoft Teams

Emotional intelligence and front line complaint handling

Join RCGP Scotland for this training by Dr Val McGarrell, for all non-clinical staff in GP Practices. The training aims to upskill frontline colleagues to build resilience and empathy when dealing with difficult situations and patient complaints at the GP reception, and more.

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• Date

  19 February 2025

• Start time

  13:30

• Places left

  8

Voco Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow

Learn and Connect | Managing change in your career

Whether starting out in your training, transitioning into independent practice, a new role or preparing for retirement - change affects us all. Join this in-person evening learning and networking event in Glasgow with Elaine Anderson, Senior Strategic HR Partner at Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnership.

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• Date

  19 February 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  13

Online - Zoom

Do you see me? (Live attendance only)

This webinar aims to explore integrating personalised care into primary care teams. Discover strategies, best practices, and patient-centered approaches. Please note: By registering for this webinar, you will only be able to attend the live session. A PCI Plus subscription is required to watch it on demand.

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• Date

  20 February 2025

• Start time

  13:00

• Places left

  692

Aagrah Midpoint

Yorkshire Faculty IMG Social

Please join us for a social evening where you can chat with other IMGs in the area and get to know a few faces. This is a great opportunity to network, peer support, and ask any questions.

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• Date

  21 February 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  5

Leonardo Hotel, Newcastle

Think on Your Feet: An Enriching Workshop for GP Trainees

Bev Fox and Ian McLaughlin, Executive Directors of Boho Arts and experts in improvisation and communication training, will collaborate with RCGP North East Faculty to inspire GP trainees. With over 35 years of experience, they bring innovative workshops focused on interpersonal growth, resilience, and well-being.

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• Date

  22 February 2025

• Start time

  09:30

• Places left

  18