Bethan John
@MsBethanJ
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Neurosurgeon turned GP. Taking the scenic route through medicine. AuDHD. Welsh. She/her. Same handle on the blue place.
North West, England
Joined September 2010
So that’s it. As of this week I’m no longer a neurosurgery trainee. I’ve given up my NTN after 6 years in neurosurgery. My stomach still flips when I think about what I’ve done. I still can’t quite believe I’ve done it. I’m not sure if it’s brave or stupid? 1/n
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Troll level: INFINITY 😂😂😂
@MsBethanJ I made it more realistic for you, now you’re a fully fledged GP. We only use £50 notes for 🔥
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While the complexity of patients in primary care has increased, the average length of GP appointments have not increased in parallel with 10-15 minute appointments currently the norm. Funding models that support longer appointment lengths are essential. My comment for @bmj_latest
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@MsBethanJ So happy for you - Congratulations! 🥳🥳 And it was just lovely to catch up at #RCGPAC too!
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Feels like it’s been a loooooooong time coming… But I finally got to see that delicious “outcome 6” and have CCT’d in general practice!
So that’s it. As of this week I’m no longer a neurosurgery trainee. I’ve given up my NTN after 6 years in neurosurgery. My stomach still flips when I think about what I’ve done. I still can’t quite believe I’ve done it. I’m not sure if it’s brave or stupid? 1/n
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it’s a 2 minute radio program, never repeated, broadcast 18 times a week. Bigger audience than Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jimmy Fallon … combined. Millions listen, with no need for the information it gives. Just to listen. The BBC Shipping Forecast is 100 years old.
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First we were ‘laggards’ according to @wesstreeting and now we are ‘refuseniks’ according to @SKinnock - it feels like this *Labour* govt has launched a vendetta against NHS GPs who are just trying to do their best for our patients. I’m livid and I know @BMA_GP is too
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Who else is at the #RCGPAC today and tomorrow? Looking forward to learning lots and making new connections!
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“Kinnock encourages patients to 'take action' against GP practices over online access-via @pulsetoday “ Shame on this govt. Are they declaring war on GPs who are trying their best in v difficult circumstances. @BMA_GP considering next steps
pulsetoday.co.uk
The primary care minister has been criticised after he urged patients to ‘take action’ against GP practices over online access requirements.
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Despite the massive increase in GP practice appts satisfaction isn’t Face to Face back to pre pandemic numbers More consultations patient But starkly not more GP appointments who are overwhelmed but no funding to employ & retain 1000s of trained GPs https://t.co/3fYmswmwxQ
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RT @DocEmUK: Uncapped online access will not improve care. People won’t get seen any faster because there are no extra appointments - in fa…
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Today I learned that not only am I a GP, but I can maybe start a career in floor laying too 😂
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If you’re a GP with health constraints or #disability impacting how you work.. And you’d like a voice/seat at the table.. Vote ✅ for @Yourwellbeingdr Amrita Sen Mukherjee in the @rcgp Council election now. RCGP Members will have received an email this week with links
🌟 I'm running for RCGP Nationally Elected Council Member! 🌟 I’m dedicated to advocating for GPs with long term health conditions & disabilities. I hope to be part of a creative movement within primary care where everyone can thrive. RCGP members, please use your vote 🙏🏽
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After every full-day clinic Friday 😅
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