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GPnotebook Podcast
A bite-sized, regular chat for all healthcare professionals working in primary care. Episodes cover clinical tips and hot topics. New episodes published every Thursday or Friday.
Episodes
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Ep 230 – Hepatitis B
In this episode, Dr James Waldron is joined by Dr Rik Fijten, a GP with an extended role in gastroenterology, to discuss hepatitis B, the third instalment in a…
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Ep 229 – Continuous glucose monitoring
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) has moved from being a specialist technology used mainly in type 1 diabetes to becoming one of the most important…
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Ep 228 – Infectious mononucleosis
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson discusses infectious mononucleosis, a common viral illness that can present a surprisingly complex diagnostic and clinical…
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Ep 227 – Parasomnia
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores a fascinating and sometimes unsettling area of clinical practice: parasomnias. Sleep is something everyone…
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Ep 226 – Gallstones
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson discusses gallstone disease, one of the most common disorders affecting the biliary system and a frequent cause of…
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Ep 225 – Carotid artery stenosis
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores carotid artery stenosis and its role in the prevention of ischaemic stroke. Carotid disease is common, but…
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Ep 224 – Unstable angina
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson discusses unstable angina and its place within the spectrum of acute coronary syndrome. Although advances in…
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Ep 223 – Cystic fibrosis
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores cystic fibrosis, a condition that has undergone one of the most remarkable transformations in modern medicine…
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Ep 222 – Magnesium and sleep
The role of magnesium supplements in improving sleep duration and quality has received a great deal of interest, particularly on social media, but why might…
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Ep 221 – Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome
Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women of reproductive age, yet it remains widely…
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Ep 220 – Medication overuse headache
Medication overuse headache (MOH) is a common but frequently overlooked cause of chronic daily headache, particularly in people with migraine. In this episode…
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Ep 219 – Keratosis pilaris
Keratosis pilaris is a common and harmless condition that can, nevertheless, cause distress in some people due to its appearance. In this episode, Dr Kate…
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Ep 218 – Hypercalcaemia
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa discusses hypercalcaemia and how it can be managed in five steps. She reviews when to suspect hypercalcaemia and the most…
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Ep 217 – Illness anxiety disorder
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson discusses illness anxiety disorder (IAD), a condition that presents unique challenges for both patients and healthcare…
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Ep 216 – Alopecia
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson provides an overview of alopecia, one of the most common yet often misunderstood conditions encountered in clinical…
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Ep 215 – Hiccups
Hiccups are a common symptom, with short-lived episodes usually being a source of amusement rather than distress. For these acute episodes, simple…
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Ep 214 – Pneumococcal disease
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores pneumococcal disease and the major changes coming to the UK pneumococcal vaccination programme in 2026. Although…
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Ep 213 – Polymyalgia rheumatica
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR), a common but often underestimated inflammatory condition affecting older adults…
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Ep 212 – Herpes zoster
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at a condition every GP recognises, but not always in its earliest or most subtle form: shingles. Also known as…
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Ep 211 – Mumps
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at a condition that many clinicians associate with pre-vaccine paediatrics, yet which still occurs: mumps. While its…
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Ep 210 – Bacterial meningitis and meningococcal disease
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa discusses bacterial meningitis and meningococcal disease, with a focus on the NICE guideline that was published in 2024. She…
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Ep 209 – Anabolic steroid misuse
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores the growing clinical challenge of anabolic–androgenic steroid (AAS) misuse, a condition increasingly seen in…
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Ep 208 – Myasthenia gravis
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores the pathophysiology, clinical features and management of myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disorder affecting the…
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Ep 207 – Transient ischaemic attack
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at one of the most time-sensitive diagnoses in general practice: the transient ischaemic attack, or TIA. Often…
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Ep 206 – Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores hypertensive disorders of pregnancy – one of the most important and potentially life-threatening conditions…
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Ep 205 – Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease and hepatitis
Liver disease is often overlooked in primary care, yet it is one of the fastest-growing causes of morbidity and mortality in the UK. Metabolic…
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Ep 204 – Red legs
Red legs are frequently seen in primary care but are often misdiagnosed. With a need for antimicrobial stewardship, it is important to identify the cause…
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Ep 203 – Oral mucosal cancer
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores an important and often overlooked area of head and neck oncology: oral mucosal cancer. As GPs, we frequently…
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Ep 202 – Labyrinthitis
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson explores labyrinthitis from a GP’s perspective, moving beyond the textbook definition to focus on practical diagnosis…
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Ep 201 – Pityriasis rosea
Pityriasis rosea is a common and self-limiting condition, but it can cause significant anxiety and distress for patients. In this episode, Dr Kate Chesterman…
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Ep 200 – Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C was once considered a chronic, life-limiting condition with difficult treatments and significant stigma. Today, it is one of the great success…
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Ep 199 – Gastric cancer
Gastric cancer is often described as a disease in decline, yet it remains one of the deadliest malignancies worldwide. For many GPs, it is a diagnosis that…
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Ep 198 – Basal cell cancer
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a diagnosis most GPs encounter regularly, yet its familiarity often disguises its true impact. As the most common cancer in…
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Ep 197 – Glaucoma
Glaucomas are a leading cause of irreversible vision loss worldwide. They encompass a range of disorders, including primary open-angle, angle-closure…
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Ep 196 – Acute laryngitis
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at acute laryngitis, a condition that is both common and deceptively complex. Often dismissed as a simple…
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Ep 195 – Liver cirrhosis
Cirrhosis represents the end stage of chronic liver injury, characterised by fibrosis and regenerative nodules that disrupt normal liver architecture. While…
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Ep 194 – Plantar fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, accounting for up to 15% of foot complaints requiring professional care and affecting both athletic and…
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Ep 193 – Barrett’s oesophagus
Barrett’s oesophagus sits at the crossroads of gastroesophageal reflux disease and oesophageal cancer, making it a condition every clinician should understand…
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Ep 192 – Adhesive capsulitis
In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as a frozen shoulder, reviewing its epidemiology, risk factors and underlying…
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Ep 191 – Intertrigo
Intertrigo is an inflammatory condition of opposing skin surfaces, driven by friction, heat and moisture that weaken the skin barrier and invite secondary…
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Ep 190 – Chondromalacia patella
Chondromalacia patella (CMP), sometimes called “runner’s knee”, is a degenerative condition involving softening and breakdown of the patellar articular…
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Ep 189 – Intermittent claudication
Intermittent claudication is a hallmark symptom of peripheral arterial disease and reflects widespread atherosclerosis. It presents as predictable exertional…
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Ep 188 – Pityriasis versicolor
Pityriasis versicolor is a fungal condition caused by overgrowth of Malassezia – a yeast that is commonly found on the skin in most people. In this episode, Dr…
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Ep 187 – Quiz of the year 2025
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa, Dr Kate Chesterman and Dr Roger Henderson invite you to join them for the annual GPnotebook quiz. The GPnotebook education…
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Ep 186 – Olecranon bursitis
Olecranon bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa overlying the olecranon process, presenting as localised, fluctuating posterior elbow swelling that…
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Ep 185 – Lung cancer
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide and is classified into two main types: non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), which accounts…
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Ep 184 – Parvovirus B19
Parvovirus B19 (slapped cheek syndrome) is a common and usually mild, self-limiting viral illness. Certain populations, such as pregnant women and their unborn…
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Ep 183 – Post-traumatic stress disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may develop (either immediately or delayed) following exposure to a stressful event or situation of an exceptionally…
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Ep 182 – Melanoma
Melanoma is among the most common forms of cancer – and causes of cancer-related death – among young adults. Its prevalence in this group has been associated…
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Ep 181 – Management of hyperkalaemia in primary care
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa and Dr Will Hinchliffe (Consultant in Renal and General Medicine working in the north-east and north Cumbria) discuss the…
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Ep 180 – Rethinking HIV: reducing HIV-related stigma
In this final episode of a four-part series on HIV and primary care, Dr James Waldron is joined again by Dr Grace Bottoni (HIV and Hepatitis C GP Champion…
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Ep 179 – Paraesthesia
Paraesthesia is an indication of an abnormality that impacts the sensory pathways at any point from the peripheral sensory nervous system right up to the…
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Ep 178 – Tremor
A tremor is defined as an involuntary rhythmic oscillation of one or more body parts, mediated by alternating contractions of reciprocally acting muscles…
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Ep 177 – Postnasal drip
Postnasal drip is a condition where excess mucus from the nose and sinuses accumulates and flows down the back of the throat. This can lead to symptoms such as…
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Ep 176 – Lower urinary tract symptoms in men
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are storage, voiding and post-micturition symptoms affecting the lower urinary tract. LUTS can significantly reduce men's…
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Ep 175 – Scabies
Scabies is a condition that can cause significant distress due to the intense itching associated with the condition and concerns about social stigma. In this…
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Ep 174 – Acute cholecystitis
Acute cholecystitis is often seen in primary care patients and is a major complication of cholelithiasis. Symptomatic gallstones occur in up to 10% of patients…
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Ep 173 – Abdominal aortic aneurysm
Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are potentially life-threatening and have a poor prognosis if ruptured. Arterial aneurysms are defined as a permanent…
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Ep 172 – Keloid scars
Keloid scars are a form of abnormal scarring that occur in susceptible individuals and often appear to be more common in darker skin types. Often observed…
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Ep 171 – Rethinking HIV: prevention and pre-exposure prophylaxis
What if one of the most misunderstood diagnoses of the past is now one of the most manageable chronic conditions? How can GPs play a pivotal role in tackling…