Primary care leader Dr Tom Holdsworth returns to the podcast, bringing his wealth of experience from Sheffield's dynamic healthcare scene. This episode uncovers how his team embraced an NHS England pilot with a mix of enthusiasm and cautious optimism, aiming to revolutionise data accuracy and effectiveness in primary care.

Eager to innovate, Tom explores strategic approaches to data collection and capacity building, he sheds light on the importance of establishing consistent baselines and the potential for debunking myths around general practice funding through transparent data. Our conversation also paves the way for a richer understanding of frailty care expansion and the integration of neighbourhood teams to enhance emergency services coordination. Looking ahead, they delve into the promising future of the GP programme, with plans for new staff appointments and expanded capacity. Join us as we anticipate the transformative impact this will have on patient care and eagerly await future outcomes.

Introduction (00:09)

Tom’s roles.. (00:23)

The focus.. (02:01)

The NHS England PCN Pilot Scheme.. (02:58)

10% increase in capacity.. (07:31)

The impact of data overtime.. (09:03)

Investing in General Practice (10:29)

The future of the pilot.. (17:33)

Support throughout the pilot (18:41)

Results from the pilot.. (19:51)

Listen to Tom’s previous episode here - ‘Supporting frailty in Sheffield’.

For all enquiries about the Ockham podcast, please contact Ben Gowland here.

Could the future of rural healthcare be at risk? Join us as we welcome Nicola Davies, Matthew Isom & Ed Kennedy to discuss the pressing challenges confronting dispensing practices in rural areas. These practices, crucial for providing medication to patients living far from pharmacies, are battling rising drug costs and inadequate reimbursements.

Hear how once profitable operations are now facing financial strain, threatening essential healthcare services for communities who depend on them. Tune in to understand why national level resolutions are crucial to preventing health inequalities and preserving essential services for rural communities.

Introduction (00:08)

The 1.6kilometre rule.. (01:34)

Challenges dispensing practices are facing.. (02:10)

A third are operating at a loss.. (05:42)

Does dispensing activity subsidise core service delivery? (07:51)

Reports.. (19:06)

What needs to change? (20:58)

For all enquiries about the Ockham podcast, please contact Ben Gowland here.

Join Ben as he explores the new primary care patient safety strategy released in September, with expert Laura Marshall, Co-Founder L&L Consultancy Group and senior associate at Oliver and Company. This episode uncovers the strategy's potential to revolutionise patient safety in general practice and addresses the challenges and opportunities it presents.

Ben & Laura highlight the need for a different culture where staff can report incidents without fear of blame. By fostering trust and confidence through effective communication of outcomes and changes, they aim to encourage comprehensive reporting and learning within general practices. Don't miss Laura's enthusiasm and willingness to engage with listeners for more in-depth discussions on these crucial topics.

Introduction (00:09)

Patient Safety Strategy (00:37)

Not reporting issues.. (01:13)

Learning, not blaming (04:41)

How to implement these changes? (07:02)

Who does this fall on? (08:14)

What difference will practices see? (10:22)

Overcoming the fear.. (11:41)

Feedback on reporting.. (15:19)

Implementing this into practices (16:51)

Additional resources? (19:11)

What will be different? (20:24)

The CQC (21:57)

Getting in touch.. (24:47)

Contact Laura directly via email here, or find Laura on LinkedIn here.

For all enquiries about the Ockham podcast, please contact Ben Gowland here.