From childhood in a tiny Coromandel village to life as a GP registrar down the road in Paeroa, Martin Mikaere’s journey might not seem so far in geographical terms, but his description of his personal odyssey evoked laughter, tears and admiration at the recent RNZCGP conference
Dyslexia, academic failure, lack of self-esteem, weight issues – Peter Anyon Medal winner Martin Mikaere overcame them all to find his true vocation as a GP
The increasing supply of medical students bodes well for the future of the general practice workforce, but finding space to give them all work experience can be a headache
This month, our registrar panel heard from a registrar about a patient with unpaid fees. If you are a GPEP registrar and have a question for the panel, please email fthomas@nzdoctor.co.nz
College keeps ‘watching brief’ on WONCA venue progress, PHO Compass Health welcomes new arrivals, GP registrar exam results improve on previous success, Warning supplement Arthrem may be harmful
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management