24th October 2024 by NASGP
Consultant ophthalmologist Nigel Davies from St Thomas’ Hospital shares practical insights on diagnosing and managing common eye conditions in general practice.
Nigel offers a structured approach to assessing eye problems, focusing on symptoms and signs, not just diagnoses.
The session also covers practical tips on red eye cases, the importance of pupil reactions, and key considerations for conditions like conjunctivitis, retinal detachment, and glaucoma.
FIT testing for investigating iron deficiency anaemia (IDA)
A new guideline from the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) on the use of FIT testing in iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) from October 2025.
Low energy x-ray treatment for rectal cancer (Papillon)
A new guideline from NICE on using low energy x-ray treatment was published last November.
Inflammatory bowel disease guidelines (BSG, 2025)
A big guideline for GPs' patients waiting to see a specialist or needing their GP to initiate treatment, Dr Hudman writes
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