Useful Links
AKT Preparation
- AKT InformationRCGP information about the exam, when to apply and how to apply.
- AKT Information – Summary ReportsAKT summary reports on previous exams.
- AKT presentationPresentation for trainers explaining the AKT, how it is designed, question types, curriculum etc.
- AKT Revision – AKT revisionDatabase of practice questions.
- AKT Revision – E-learning and questionsBMJ e-learning site.
- AKT Revision – Free questionsQuestion bank with up-to-date topics and themes linked to the nMRCGP syllabus
- AKT Revision – OnexaminationPractice questions with reference to current guidelines.
- AKT Revision – PassmedicinePractice questions, answers refer to NICE/SIGN guidelines.
- AKT Revision – PastestCollection of MCQs and course offers.
- AKT Revision – The Bradford VTS websiteHow and when to take the AKT, revision advice and practice questions.
- GeneticsInformation on genetics, conditions, education.
Clinical Resources
- British Association for Sexual Health and HIVInformation and guidelines on sexual health, also has patient information leaflets.
- Clinical Guideline SummariesSummarising clinical guidelines for primary care.
- Clinical Knowledge SummariesClinical knowledge summaries provided by NICE
- Derm NetDermatology resource, atlas of dermatology and disease information
- Dermatology AtlasOnline dermatology picture atlas.
- Domestic Abuse GuideBerkshire guide to recognising abuse and local services.
- Evidence Based MedicineEvidence based medicine search site.
- Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive HealthInformation about the diploma in sexual health and how to apply.
- Fitness to DriveDVLA at a glance guidance on fitness to drive
- Fitness to FlyCivil Aviation Authority advice on fitness to fly
- Genetics – CancerOxford referal criteria for cancer genetics.
- GP NotebookOnline General Practice textbook
- HIVTerrence Higgins Trust, support for newly diagnosed with HIV, treatment, disease tracker, relationship advice etc
- Immunisation information.The Green Book – everything you need to know about immunisations.
- NICENational Institue for Health and Clinical Excellence, national guidelines
- Notifiable DiseasesThe Health Protection Authority – Public Health England
- Online CBT courseOnline cognitive behaviour therapy course for patients.
- SIGNScottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network, clinical guidelines
- Smoking CessationInformation on the relationship between smoking and cancer
- Smoking CessationHelpful information and advice on quitting smoking
- The British Thoracic SocietyBritish Thoracic Society guidelines
- Travel HealthNational Travel Health Network and Centre – worldwide travel information.
- Travel HealthHealth information and travel advice.
Clinical Scoring Systems
- Alcohol Unit Calculator
- Anxiety – GAD 7 ScoreScoring system to assess the severity of Generalised Anxiety Disorder.
- AUDITAlcohol Use Disorder Identification Score
- CHADS2 scoreThe risk of patients with atrial fibriliation having a stroke.
- CHADS2-VASc ScoreThe risk of patients with atrial fibriliation having a stroke.
- Dementia – GP Cog ScoreGP assessment of cognition score.
- Depression – PHQ-9Scoring system to assess the severity of depression.
- DVT – Well's ScorePrediction score for the probability a patient has a DVT.
- Dyspnoea – MRC scaleMRC Dyspnoea scale to assess breathlessness.
- Hip Replacement – The Oxford Hip ScoreThe threshold for hip replacement.
- Knee Replacement – The Oxford Knee ScoreThe threshold for knee replacement.
- Obstructive Sleep Apnoea – Epworth Sleepiness ScaleScoring system to assess the affect of sleep apnoea on daytime performance.
- Prostate – IPSSInternational Prostatism Symptom Score
CSA Preparation
- CSA Information RCGP information about the exam, when to apply and how to apply.
- CSA Information – Summary ReportsRCGP CSA summary reports on previous exams.
- CSA Revision – The Bradford VTS websiteInformation on how and when to apply, revision guides and practice questions.
- CSA Revision – The Pennine VTS websitePractice scenarios, videos and advice about the CSA from Pennine VTS.
- GeneticsInformation on genetics, conditions, education.
- Shared decision making toolsAiding management decisions for a variety of problems
- The back examination.You tube video demonstrating how to examine a back.
- The elbow examination.You tube video demonstrating examination of the elbow.
- The hip examination.You tube video demonstrating the examination of the hip.
- The knee examinationYou tube video demonstrating how to examine a knee joint.
- The neck examination.You tube video demonstrating how to examine a neck.
- The shoulder examination.You tube video demonstrating how to examine a shoulder.
Deanery and VTS websites
- Bradford VTSUseful for exam preparation.
- Buckinghamshire VTSLocal VTS scheme – High Wycombe and Aylesbury VTS.
- Milton Keynes VTSLocal VTS scheme.
- North Oxfordshire VTSLocal VTS scheme.
- Oxford DeaneryThe Deanery website and the School of General Practice
- Oxford VTSLocal VTS scheme.
- Pennine VTSUseful for exam preparation
- Reading & Newbury VTSLocal VTS scheme.
E-mail
- Doctors NetMedical online community, news, email, e-learning.
- NHS MailConnect to NHS mail
Local Services
- Berkshire PCT WebsiteBerkshire PCT Website, lots of information on local guidelines and prescribing. Also information about healthy living, stop smoking services etc.
- Children Affected by AbuseLocal service, positive intervention for children affected by domestic abuse.
- Genetics – CancerOxford referal criteria for cancer genetics.
- Talking TherapiesCBT and counselling servies across Berkshire.
- Thames Valley Cancer NetworkThames Valley Cancer Network, local service with guidelines for referrals, treatment, managment of treatment complications, how to apply to the drugs fund etc.
LTFT Training
- LTFT TrainingFor information about LTFT training and the application form (bottom of webpage), please see link.
Musculoskeletal
- Arthritis ResearchInformation on joint problems, exercise and stretches
- Back pain adviceInformation on causes and treatment of back pain.
- Foot and ankle painInformation on the causes and treatment of foot and ankle pain
- Hand and elbow painInformation on the causes and treatment of hand and elbow pain
- Knee and hip painInformation on causes and treatments of knee and hip pain
- Persistent painInformation on the causes and treatment of persistent pain
- Shoulder painInformation on causes and treatment of shoulder pain
- Shoulder problemsAiding the diagnosis and management of shoulder problems
- Treatment of musculoskeletal injuriesFour step rehabilitation programs for muscular injuries
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- British Association for Sexual Health and HIVInformation and guidelines on sexual health, also has patient information leaflets.
- Domestic Abuse GuideBerkshire guide to recognising abuse and local services.
- Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive HealthInformation about the diploma in sexual health and how to apply.
- HIVTerrence Higgins Trust, support for newly diagnosed with HIV, treatment, disease tracker, relationship advice etc
- Safe FetusNo password required, search under generic or trade names for the safety of medications in pregnancy.
Other Useful Sites
- Nursing Home Abuse GuideGuide to nursing home abuse
- Shared decision making toolsAiding management decisions for a variety of problems
Paediatrics
- Children Affected by AbuseLocal service, positive intervention for children affected by domestic abuse.
- Domestic Abuse GuideBerkshire guide to recognising abuse and local services.
- Genetic AllianceAdvice for those affected by genetic conditions.
- GeneticsInformation on genetics, conditions, education.
- GeneticsUnique – advice for those affected by rare chromosome disorders.
- Immunisation information.The Green Book – everything you need to know about immunisations.
- NHS Guide from 1-5 yearsNHS guide for parents from pregnancy to five years of age. Advice, available services, roles of professionals.
- Spotting the Sick ChildNHS online learning to improve recognising sick children.
- Treatment of musculoskeletal injuriesFour step rehabilitation programs for muscular injuries
Patient Information
- Alcohol guidanceChange for life advice on consumption, unit calculatoe and alcohol tracker.
- Arthritis ResearchInformation on joint problems, exercise and stretches
- AsthmaAdvice on diagnosis, treament, how to use inhaler videos etc.
- Back pain adviceInformation on causes and treatment of back pain.
- CoeliacsAdvice on diagnosis, diet, eating out etc.
- DiabetesGuides on treatments, diet, recipies, avoiding complications.
- Genetic AllianceAdvice for those affected by genetic conditions.
- GeneticsUnique – advice for those affected by rare chromosome disorders.
- Interventional RadiologyThe Royal College of Radiologists information for patients undergoing interventional proceedures.
- Lung Disease and FlyingHow to plan air travel, who will need oxygen, who to inform and draft letters.
- Online CBT courseOnline cognitive behaviour therapy course for patients.
- Patient Information LeafletsGeneral patient information leaflets on many conditions.
- Shared decision making toolsAiding management decisions for a variety of problems
- Shoulder problemsAiding the diagnosis and management of shoulder problems
- SurgerySummary of common operations, returning to work, driving, tracking recovery.
- Treatment of musculoskeletal injuriesFour step rehabilitation programs for muscular injuries
- Womens AidNational Domestic Violence Charity.
Pharmacology
- Immunisation information.The Green Book – everything you need to know about immunisations.
- Safe FetusNo password required, search under generic or trade names for the safety of medications in pregnancy.
- The British National Formulary
- The Regional Drug and Therapeutics CentreInformation guides on prescribingin general and in pregnancy. How to contact the National Teratology Service for more detailed advice.
- ToxBase
Study Leave
- Study Leave – HEE PolicyStudy leave and study budget arrangements April 2018 (updated October 2018)
- Study Leave application form when in GP PracticeApplication for Funding from the GP Specialty Trainee. Educational Allowance (only to be used when in a GP placement) National Training Number OXF / 800 /
- Study Leave application form when in hospital postThe last page includes details of where to send the form.
- Sudy Leave process in a hospital post or GP postThere is a different process for GP Trainees in a hospital post or GP practice; this link gives details.
The Royal College Of General Practitioners
- RCGP Thames Valley FacultyLocal news and events
- RCGP Trainee E-portfolioEportfolio trainee log in.
- The Royal College of General PractitionersThe professional membership body for family doctors in the UK and overseas.
Training and Support
- ARCP InformationARCP Information page of the Reading & Newbury VTS website
- Medical Womens Federation Good source of information on maternity rights and advice from medical mothers who have survived.
- RCGP Trainee E-portfolioEportfolio trainee log in.
- Support for Doctors and Dentists in the Oxford region. Free, confidential service providing career advice and support for Doctors and Dentists in the Oxford region. Contact details and more inforation on the website, a variety of support provided. This is funded by the Deanery but information is not shared
- Supported return to trainingLink to web page for supported return to training