Since I handed in my resignation, Claire (our HCA) decided to retire and left last week, three receptionists are heading off to uni, and Jane — one of the key clerical staff — is leaving too. All within a month. I’m out in two weeks. No replacements have been lined up. “It’s like rats leavingContinue reading “Diary of a GP 28: Notes from a Sinking Ship”
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The Day in the Life of a GP 17: No Time to Breathe, But Here’s a Breathing Technique
Morning Surgery Jessie, a young lady – depressed and not sure why. Hard when limited clues. Eventually I assess through the lens of a useful framework for life – Tony Robbins’ 6 human needs- certainty, uncertainty, love/connection, significance, growth, contribution. As I talk about it – it becomes clear that she struggles with uncertainty. A lot of peopleContinue reading “The Day in the Life of a GP 17: No Time to Breathe, But Here’s a Breathing Technique”
Diary of a GP 15: No Soap, No Hope
I come in to work and as Carrie the healthcare assistant pops into my room to borrow a thermometer in the morning, I ask for my hand soap to be replaced as I can’t find any in the store cupboard. I receive a blank look. ‘The soap. It needs replacing.’ She rustles away. ‘We canContinue reading “Diary of a GP 15: No Soap, No Hope”
Diary of a GP 12: Touch Down
Back to ma clinic. Vienna was a joy. Elegant. Magnificent. Organised. Culturally sophisticated.I walked the city snapping photos like it was a museum — and then stepped into museums within the museum. The Kunsthistorisches — unfortunately named, but deeply inspiring. I wandered palaces, absorbed the atmosphere. Travelling is invigorating. Saskia was so humble, kind, andContinue reading “Diary of a GP 12: Touch Down”
Diary of a GP 11: The Plus-One Plot Twist
8 days before I arrive in Vienna, I receive a message from Saskia. “How are you? All ok? Are you bringing a plus one?” “No, I was planning on riding solo.” “OK. Maybe it’s better if you bring a plus one, but no pressure.” Cogs turning. How am I going to magic up a plusContinue reading “Diary of a GP 11: The Plus-One Plot Twist”
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