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Brought to you by the RCGP, the GP+ Careers podcast, hosted by Dr Sophie Lumley aims to showcase the breadth and diversity of careers you can develop as a GP. Dr Lumley interviews GPs who do their GP work alongside an extended role, special interest or extra responsibility. Each podcast is focused on a specific interest or role even if the GP has multiple. Tell us what you thought! We'd love to ... more

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In this episode of the GP+ Careers series, host Sophie explores the medical examiner role with Bristol based GP partner Dr Justine De Mink. Now a statutory requirement in England and Wales, this position involves scrutinizing deaths to improve certif... more

This episode of the podcast features Dr Charlie Andrews, a GP Partner in North Somerset who has developed a diverse career as a GP with an extended role (GPwER) in gastroenterology. His journey began after a personal experience with inflammatory bowe... more

In this episode of the GP+ Careers podcast, host Sophie is joined by Dr Rammya Mathew, a GP in Northwest London and a borough medical director in Brent. Alongside these leadership roles, Rammya is a regular columnist for the BMJ and a GP appraiser. T... more

Join us this month as Sophie speaks with Dr Maisun Elftise, a GP and Consultant in Integrated and Community Care working in an urgent care setting in Coventry. She highlights the improved work-life balance she gained in a shift-based model that elimi... more

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Charlie Andrews
GP with an extended role in gastroenterology; endoscopist; educator and programme lead
NHS England; Primary Care Society for Gastroenterology; Bath Enhanced Medical Services
Episode: 25: GP+ Gastroenterology with Dr Charlie Andrews
Rammya Mathew
GP and medical journalist who writes for BMJ and oversees primary care integration as Borough Medical Director
Borough Medical Director; GP Northwest London; BMJ columnist
Episode: 24: GP+ Medical Journalism with Dr Rammya Mathew
Mel Elftise
GP working in an Urgent Care setting in Coventry
Urgent Care Centre, Coventry
Episode: 23: GP+ Urgent Care with Dr Maisun Elftise
John Diamond
GP with an extended role in dermatology
General Practice in Northern Ireland (Macrofelt/Bellaghy)
Episode: 22: GP+ Dermatology with Dr John Diamond
Amina Al-Yassin
GP with an interest in child health; First5 GP; Clinical Lead for Children's Services in Brent
Brent Clinical Services; Barnardo's
Episode: 21: GP+ Child Health with Dr Amina Al-Yassin
Maria Mastrantonio
Clinical Advisor to NHS England Regional Team in the South West
NHS England
Episode: 20: GP+ NHSE Clinical Advisor with Dr Maria Mastrantonio
Rachel Steen
GP with an interest in health inequalities
GP in Sheffield; leads National Trailblazer Scheme
Episode: 19: GP+ Health Inequalities with Dr Rachel Steen
Sarah Goulding
GP with an interest in career coaching
Independent career coach for medics; GP
Episode: 18: GP+ Career Coaching with Dr Sarah Goulding
Tarana Hafiz
GP with an extended role in palliative care
St Luke's; Centnicks Hospice
Episode: 17: GP+ Palliative Care with Dr Tarana Hafiz

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Sophie Lumley
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15: GP+ Minor Ops with Dr Pim Dhahan
Q: Can you describe for us what your role involves?
Pim explains his eight-session minor op role, focusing on minimally invasive procedures like skin tags, warts, cysts, and the importance of room setup and patient interaction.
15: GP+ Minor Ops with Dr Pim Dhahan
Q: Are you a GP hoping to diversify your career?
Sophie introduces the premise of exploring GP career options in extended roles and minor ops, setting the stage for Pim to share his path.
17: GP+ Palliative Care with Dr Tarana Hafiz
Q: What should someone do tomorrow to start developing a role in this area?
Begin with e-learning, read accessible books such as Kathryn Mannix's, reach out to local teams for shadow days, participate in quality improvement projects, and consider courses and job opportunities as they arise.
17: GP+ Palliative Care with Dr Tarana Hafiz
Q: Are there any requirements or qualifications needed to get involved in palliative care?
Tarana emphasizes enthusiasm and interest over mandatory qualifications, recommends shadowing, short contracts with local hospices, and networking to build opportunities before pursuing diplomas.
17: GP+ Palliative Care with Dr Tarana Hafiz
Q: Could you tell us about your career journey to becoming a specialty doctor in palliative care alongside GP?
Her path started during GP training with an oncology and geriatric focus, explored palliative care during a rotation, and gradually moved into a role at St. Luke's after training and various locum/stable positions.

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A practical show for clinicians exploring non-traditional GP careers and portfolio pathways. Episodes spotlight GPs who maintain clinical practice while adding extended roles, special interests, or leadership responsibilities—from gastroenterology and dermatology clinics within primary care to medical journalism, palliative care, gambling harms services, and academic or advisory positions. In-depth discussions cover how these paths were built, funding and training routes, collaboration with secondary care, and the personal trade-offs of juggling multiple roles. The format tends to combine real-world case studies with actionable guidance for listeners seeking career diversification, mentorship, and scalable service models within the NHS or s... more

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