Dear colleague,
Welcome to your August bulletin. We hope you're enjoying your summer, whether you've had time abroad or have stayed local and spent time with friends and family.
Additional support on skin cancer triage pathway
We have launched a pilot with Map My Mole. They are providing some support to our skin cancer triage pathway by reviewing digital images of skin lesions. We have seen a significant increase in 2-week wait skin cancer referrals in recent months (up by over 150%).
As part of this process, they will send their reports directly to you. You do not need to do anything differently, but you may receive clinical reports from Map My Mole rather than the trust.
Psychosexual Therapy Service: updated referral criteria for Northumberland GPs
The Psychosexual Therapy Service, operated by Northumbria Healthcare's Sexual Health Service, has updated its referral criteria to help ensure patients are directed to the most appropriate support. GPs are encouraged to review the revised guidance before making a referral, as eligibility requirements and referral pathways may have changed.
Please ensure referrals meet the updated criteria to support timely assessment and access to care. You can view the full referral criteria here.
Lunch and Learn Sessions
Northumbria Primary Care is pleased to invite colleagues from GP practices across the region to join a series of free virtual Lunch and Learn sessions, delivered by expert speakers on topics relevant to primary care.
These one-hour educational sessions provide practical insights, up-to-date guidance and opportunities for shared learning across the region.
Supporting the Armed Forces community in primary care, with John Linegar - 2 September, 12.30pm to 1.30pm
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Learn how to identify, record, and support members of the Armed Forces community, helping to ensure that veterans, serving personnel, and their families receive appropriate care and recognition within primary care services.
Personalised care in group consultations, with Professor Fraser Birrell and Dr Emily Symington - 17 September, 1pm to 2pm
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Discover how group consultations can improve patient access and deliver benefits for patients and practices. The session will explore how patients can be supported to access this model of care.
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Gain an overview of eating disorder management in primary care, including Dr Tse's specialist role and key learning around Medical Emergencies in Eating Disorders (MEED).
To register for one of these sessions, please complete this form. If you have any questions, please contact Christopher Magee at christopher.magee@northumbria-healthcare.nhs.uk.
Community Services Business Unit Celebration
Northumbria Healthcare's Community Services Business Unit are holding a celebration event to highlight the QI projects and services within the unit.
By attending the event you'll have the opportunity to network with community colleagues and learn how they support our patients.
Come along to the Northumbria Health and Care Academy on Wednesday 21 October between 10:00am-2:30pm.
Click here to sign up.
