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Primary care news round-up (12th to 18th June 2025)

Practice Index

Practices could run hospitals – Wes Streeting Many outpatient appointments could be moved to practice surgeries under ambitious plans for the NHS. Setting out his proposals, Health Secretary Mr Streeting said that practices might in the future take over the running of hospitals, and predicted that more hospitals would take over practices.

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Why Good communication Matters in Healthcare

Practice Builders

Patient safety is a top priority for healthcare experts. Consider these findings: 63% of patients rate safety as their top priority when interacting with their physicians. More than 60% of adverse events in the hospital are due to communication errors. Multidisciplinary rounds in which all members of the care team contribute.

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Primary care news round-up (22nd August to 28th August 2024)

Practice Index

Alarm as practices lose income for residential care patients The IGPM has reported that practices are discovering huge errors in the number of residential care home patients recorded on official systems. In one practice, the gap between the number of patients in care homes and the officially recorded number is 400.

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Beyond Hospitals: Where Else Can Medical Assistants Work?

Prism Career Institute

Clinical Duties Medical assistants may be asked to perform the following clinical duties: Record patients’ symptoms and update medical histories Measure vital signs (i.e., The well-rounded curriculum provides students with an in-depth understanding of the profession with a mixture of classroom training and hands-on learning.

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Difference Between a Medical Assistant and a Nurse Aide

Southern Careers Institute

Medical assistants are trained professionals who provide a wide range of care for patients in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Medical assistants are hired by doctors or other health professionals to help with administrative tasks like scheduling appointments and keeping track of patient records.

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The Path to Becoming an Exceptional Pharmacy Technician: Key Skills, Knowledge, and Professional Growth

Northwest Suburban College

. – Effective communication: As a vital link between pharmacists, healthcare providers, and patients, Pharmacy Technicians must possess strong communication skills to build rapport, educate about medications, and convey critical information.

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How Our Medical Assistant Program Prepares You for a Dynamic Healthcare Career

Northwest Suburban College

You’ll gain the hands-on experience needed to work confidently in hospitals, clinics, and various healthcare settings. This robust training ensures you are well-equipped to handle various tasks in hospitals and clinics. Our externship opportunities give you real-world experience in hospitals and clinics.