Abstract
InnovAiT is produced on a 3-year cycle. However, many articles do not significantly go out of date in that time. This section of InnovAiT summarises articles from the previous cycle of InnovAiT that GPs and GPs in training might still find useful today.
Neurological assessment
Dr Nadine Izumi-Richards and Dr Chantal Simon
InnovAiT 2013 6 (7): 405–415
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The neurological examination is often thought of as a difficult examination that can be both time-consuming and complicated. Using a systematic approach and a guided framework can help eliminate a lot of the difficulty. This article aims to provide a tool for neurological assessment for adults in the GP surgery.
Movement disorders and tremor
Dr Asma Khalil and Dr Shahrukh Mallik
InnovAiT 2013 6 (7): 416–424
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Movement disorders are common, and can be difficult to categorise correctly. In this article, we present the common movement disorders seen by GPs, including benign essential tremor, and provide an overview of their classification and primary care management.
Neuropathic pain
Dr Alexandra Monkhouse and Dr Tahir Ali
InnovAiT 2013 6 (7): 425–435
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The capacity to experience pain is valuable for survival; however, the development of neuropathic pain is maladaptive and may be the result of a variety of underlying clinical diagnoses. Neuropathic pain is an important issue within primary care that is often underdiagnosed and undertreated. This article aims to summarise the background to neuropathic pain, the common presentations within primary care and the current treatment options available.
Rosacea
Dr Alison Elsey
InnovAiT 2013 6 (7): 442–446
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Rosacea is a chronic relapsing condition that affects the facial skin. Facial flushing is the predominant feature but erythema, papules, pustules and telangiectasia often develop. Other features may include rhinophyma and dry eyes. General practice has a key role to play in the effective care of patients with rosacea and this article aims to provide an overview of management options.
Introduction to practice finance
Mr Russell Finn
InnovAiT 2013 6 (7): 462–465
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When you qualify as a GP, the changes to the way you work are not just limited to the work you do. There are major changes to the way you get paid, pay tax and to your pension. This article covers the significant differences in personal finances between salaried GPs and locum GPs. Taking on a partnership is a significant fiscal, as well as career decision, which should not be taken lightly. This article also aims to provide guidance that will help making sense of partnership accounts and tax for new GPs who become partners.