Illuminating Primary Care Podcasts

Inside the Walls: A Day in the Life of a Prison GP

What’s it really like to be a doctor behind bars? In this episode, we sit down with a GP who works inside the prison system to uncover the realities of providing healthcare in a secure environment. We talk about: What a typical day looks like for a prison GP Why they chose to work in this unique setting How it compares to being a GP in a community practice The challenges, surprises, and human stories from within the prison walls Whether you're curious about prison healthcare, thinking of working in secure settings, or just want to hear a fascinating and honest perspective, this one's for you.

Have GPs been let down by the change to ARRS funding?

In this episode, Matthew and Patrick dive into part two of their discussion on ARRS (Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme) funding. With the recent de-ringfencing of ARRS, what impact has this had on GP recruitment? Has it actually made things worse? Join us as we unpack the latest developments and explore what this means for the future of primary care.

ARRS Funding… Is it a booster shot rather than a cure?

ARRS Funding... Is it a booster shot rather than a cure? Matthew and Patrick take a look at ARRS funding and how this is impacting General Practice at the moment.

How will your practice achieve success in 2025?

Kirsty welcomes in the new year with her podcast for January. A new year is often the time for plans and goals and perhaps reflecting on the last year and where you’re going from here. What have you achieved over 2024? It’s a great time to acknowledge your achievements and don’t let them go unnoticed. Allow yourself to feel good going into 2025. Where are you as a practice right now, and where would you love to be at the end of this year.

How a GP Surgery Became Google’s Highest Rated

In this episode of the Illuminating Primary Care podcast, David Murphy is joined by Dr. Nabeel Arshad, GP Partner at The Brooke Surgery, which is Google's highest rated in the country. We discuss what changes practices can make to drastically improve patient satisfaction, and how to improve Google reviews.

The Challenges Faced by GP Trainees

Join Ciaran Fletcher and Dr. Erwin Kwun, the man who coaches GP trainees to help them succeed MRCGP SCA and beyond. They discuss the challenges GP trainees can face, doctors' wellbeing in training and beyond, preparation for the SCA, and developing a portfolio career.

Are GPs happy in their jobs?

Ciaran Fletcher is joined by Dr. Sally Hambly to discuss her work in coaching doctors to make career decisions which put their wellbeing at the centre. We discuss the sunk cost fallacy and how it may prevent doctors leaving primary care, the pressures of taking on a new role, how imposter syndrome affects GPs, and why career diversification may be the right choice for some.

How to improve your health span

In this fascinating episode of the Illuminating Primary Care podcast, Kirsty Morris is joined by Riccardo DiCuffa, Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer of Thyme. Riccardo explains how he believes we should approach the issue of an ageing population, with people living longer, but not necessarily healthier. He offers advice as to how people can implement lifestyle changes to ensure they live long, healthy lives.

The Emerging Role of Physician Associates within Primary Care

We speak to James Catton, an experienced Physician Associate within primary care based in Suffolk and Physician Associate ambassador working with Health Education England to discuss all aspects of the PA role, from qualifying through to working as part of a PCN and what the future looks like in general practice for PAs.