By completing this activity, participants will be able to:
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Identify common ENT conditions such as adenoiditis, otitis media, and BPPV in general practice.
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Apply evidence-based strategies for initial assessment and management.
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Determine when to refer patients for otolaryngology review.
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Understand the role of ENT specialists in diagnosing and managing complex cases, including head and neck cancer.
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Engage in collaborative discussions and provide feedback to improve referral pathways and patient care.
This activity helps participants develop skills in evaluating clinical outcomes and referral effectiveness within general practice through reflection and data-driven review.
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GPs will be encouraged to review patterns of ENT-related presentations in their own patient populations (e.g., recurrent ear infections, chronic sinus issues, or vertigo) to identify trends and opportunities for earlier referral.
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The session promotes using patient follow-up data to assess outcomes post-referral and ensure continuity of care.
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Participants will gain awareness of how tracking referral outcomes and feedback from specialists can improve clinical decision-making and patient pathways.
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By integrating these insights, GPs will strengthen their ability to measure care quality and align with best-practice ENT management standards.
Participants will reflect on feedback from the session, peers, and their own clinical practice to enhance ENT referral and management skills. Follow-up emails and resources will support ongoing self-assessment and improvement in patient care and collaboration with specialists.
Improve GP awareness of common ENT conditions and their initial management.
Strengthen understanding of appropriate referral timing and criteria for specialist intervention.
Promote collaborative communication between GPs and otolaryngologists.
Encourage feedback and shared learning to shape ongoing education and service alignment.
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