Numbers of patients visiting GP is still lower than it should be, people avoiding GP and delaying treatment, collateral damage from #Covid19. But what worries me more is the hidden reason for going to the GP, the cue that the GP picks up on with a patient who they’ve known for 1/
years that something is
a bit off that’s prompts the question ‘is everything ok?’ with a sympathetic look. This often reveals the real reason for the appointment, that that person is struggling, be it with a medical, social, psychological or mental health problem. These are 2/
a bit off that’s prompts the question ‘is everything ok?’ with a sympathetic look. This often reveals the real reason for the appointment, that that person is struggling, be it with a medical, social, psychological or mental health problem. These are 2/
often the most difficult, but ultimately most rewarding, consults for doctors and patients alike. Phone/video consultations don’t really allow for us to pick up these cues as effectively. Really important for us as GPs to still be on the lookout and ask that question ‘Are you 3/
ok?’ - the psychological and social toll that #COVID19 will take on our patients is massive and many are quietly struggling. GPs are here to help and want to help. Don’t bottle it up if you’re not ok. #ItsOkNotToBeOk #teamGP #beaGP
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