Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Burning platform for GP advocacy: Job must be valued for all it entails in a time of high need
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Burning platform for GP advocacy: Job must be valued for all it entails in a time of high need
Friday 9 June 2023, 10:00 AM

Appropriate funding allows primary care to deliver the sustainable and high level of care for which it strives [Image: Noah Buscher on Unsplash]
When the day’s consultations are over, a GP’s work is not done, says Luke Bradford. Acknowledgement is needed of the extra work to remain on top of our game, embrace new modalities of care and lead multidisciplinary teams, Dr Bradford writes
In this, my first column as RNZCGP medical director, I extend my thanks to Bryan Betty for his mahi and dedication in the role for the past three year
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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