Serena Halls

Sep 26, 2024 | bjgp.org | Nicola Walsh |Serena Halls |Rachel Thomas

general practice physiotherapy delivery of health care musculoskeletal diseases opioids Introduction General practice is experiencing unprecedented demand for appointments at a time when the number of fully qualified GPs is falling, part-time working is increasing, and average patient caseload is rising.1 The Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme was introduced in 2019 with the intention of growing the capacity of the primary care workforce.2 First contact physiotherapy practitioners (FCPPs)...

Aug 7, 2024 | bjgp.org | Nicola Walsh |Serena Halls |Rachel Thomas

general practice physiotherapy delivery of health care musculoskeletal diseases opioids Introduction General practice is experiencing unprecedented demand for appointments at a time when the number of fully qualified GPs is falling, part-time working is increasing, and average patient caseload is rising.1 The Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme was introduced in 2019 with the intention of growing the capacity of the primary care workforce.2 First contact physiotherapy practitioners (FCPPs)...

Feb 4, 2024 | bjgp.org | Nicola Walsh |Serena Halls |Rachel Thomas |Alice Berry

AbstractBackground: First Contact Physiotherapy Practitioners (FCPPs) are embedded within general practice, providing expert assessment, diagnosis and management plans for patients with musculoskeletal disorders (MSKDs), without the prior need for GP consultation. Aim: To determine the clinical effectiveness and costs of FCPP-led compared to GP-led models of care. Design and Setting: Multiple site case study design. UK GP practices.