Contents – June 2005
News
SIGN launches guideline on bipolar affective disorder
Your last chance to enter the Guidelines in Practice Awards
In Reply
Whistle blowing takes courage
Is a culture change needed before we can deal with those who are unfit to practise?
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Have the new contract's incentives improved care
The past year has been a success but we must not overlook the less tangible aspects of patient care, says Dr Matthew Lockyer
New Guidelines Development
SIGN guideline will improve care in childhood epilepsy
A diagnosis of epilepsy should be made by an expert but the GP’s role in the care of children with the condition is important too, as Dr Martin Kirkpatrick explains
Medico-legal Issues in Practice
Are GPs and patients both winners under the nGMS contract?
The new funding structure introduced by the nGMS contract has resulted in many changes for GPs. Dr Gerard Panting assesses the impact
GP Contract
Shared care pathway is key to achieving mental health targets
The nGMS contract has stimulated a fresh approach to the care of patients with mental health problems. Dr Jill Murie reviews the first year’s achievements
Guidelines in Practice Awards
Systematic approach enhances management of hypertension patients
A pathway to improve patient care won the BHS hypertension category in the 2004 Guidelines in Practice Awards. Sarah Tulip describes the successful implementation of her project
Focus on CME
Guidelines in Practice CME questions: 45
Write the answers in the spaces provided, then cut out the pages and put them in your personal development plan
Meetings & Conferences
Diary of events
Please let us know of your forthcoming meetings and workshops for inclusion in our events diary
Test Your Guidelines Knowledge
Win a 2-night break for two at Jurys Inn hotel, Chelsea
How well do you know the SIGN guideline on diagnosis and management of epilepsies in children and young people?
Patient Information
SIGN notes for discussion with patients and carers 22. Management of epilepsies in children and young people
Guidelines in Practice Awards 2005
Entry form and full details on how to enter this year's Awards
Out of Hours
What can we learn from drug companies?
Dr Phil Hammond, broadcaster and GP returner in Bristol
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