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Medical education podcast for General Practitioners, from the Irish College of GPs.© 2026 Irish College of GPs Enfermedades Físicas Higiene y Vida Saludable
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  • Wednesday Webinar Preview: 01 April 2026

    Wednesday Webinar Preview: 01 April 2026
    Apr 1 2026

    Participants

    • Dr John Maher - Host


    Summary
    This episode previews tonight's Wednesday Webinar (1 April 2026). A link to the recording will be added to the show notes in the coming days, once it becomes available.

    The webinar will be introduced by Dr Suzanne Kelly, Deputy Medical Director, Irish College of GPs.

    Topics and Speakers:

    • Assessment and Management of Pain in Life Limiting Conditions - Dr David Byrne, St Francis Hospice Blanchardstown
    • Open Disclosure in General Practice - Dr Siobhan O'Flaherty, GP Clinical Risk Advisor, Medisec
    • "Skip the Dip" - Dr Scott Walkin, Clinical Lead for Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control, Irish College of GPs
    • Cocaine Use - The GP Perspective - Dr Des Crowley, Academic Lead, Addiction Management Programme, Irish College of GPs

    Links:
    Irish College of GPs - Podcast Page
    Wednesday Webinar Page (Including Links to Recordings)


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    Webpage: https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/The-GP-Podcast
    Email: podcast@icgp.ie
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  • Codeine Misuse and Dependance in Primary Care

    Codeine Misuse and Dependance in Primary Care
    Mar 25 2026

    Participants

    • Dr Bernard Kenny, GP Specialising in Substance Misuse; Director of Addiction Management in Primary Care, Irish College of GPs

    • Dr John Maher - Host

    Summary

    In this Dr John Maher is joined by Dr Bernard Kenny to discuss codeine misuse and dependence in primary care. The conversation follows the recent launch or the newly revised Irish College of GPs Foundation Course in Addiction Management.

    The course is free for Irish College of GP members, and is also suitable for GP Registrars and Practice Nurses. It attracts GMS study leave and CPD credits.

    Completing the foundation course is a prerequisite for those interested in pursuing a Level 1 Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) contract with the HSE.


    College Links:

    • Irish College of GPs Website
    • College Addiction Management Programme Overview
    • Foundation Course in Addiction Management (Level 1)
    • Certificate Course in Addiction Management (Level 2)

    Other Relevant Links:

    • OST Protocol – How to Become a Prescriber
    • HSE OST Guidelines 2017
    • Drug misuse and dependence: UK guidelines on clinical management
    • HRB Bulletin: 2024 Drug Treatment Demand
    • HPRA review of over the counter medications containing codeine
    • Health Research Board Drug and Alcohol Survey
    • Patterns of Analgesic Prescribing and High-Risk Prescribing in Primary Care in Ireland 2014-2022-a Repeated Cross-Sectional Study. European Journal of Pain. 2025. Mattsson M, Hassan Ali A, Boland F, et al

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  • Managing Depression in Primary Care - Part 2

    Managing Depression in Primary Care - Part 2
    Mar 18 2026
    Participants• Dr Aoife O'Sullivan, Clinical Lead in Mental Health, Irish College of GPs • Dr Brian Osborne, Assistant Medical Director and Director of Mental Health Programme, Irish College of GPs • Dr John Maher - Host SummaryThis is part 2 of our conversation on Managing Depression in Primary Care with Dr Aoife O’Sullivan and Dr Brian Osborne, based on their 2023 Quick Reference Guide (QRG) titled “Managing Depression in Primary Care. if you haven’t had a chance to listen to part 1 yet, please start there – it’s available now in the show feed. We wrapped up part one with a discussion of the first link in the “Jump To” box on the front page of the QRG, which was Talk Therapy Options. Today, we cover the remaining 3 quick links on the front page:· Medication Considerations;· Switching medications;· Referral to secondary care. We wrap up today with a discussion around potential audit and practice improvement initiatives.You may find it useful to have the QRG to hand as you listen. Links· Irish College of GPs: Mental Health Clinical Hub· Managing Depression in Primary Care: Quick Reference Guide (Irish College of GPs, June 2023) Assessment Tools (MDCalc)· Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)· Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)· Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-15) Selected services for accessing free/low cost psychotherapy:· Jigsaw (Free support for 12-25yo)· Pieta· Turn2Me· MyMind (up to 6 free sessions of CBT for men over 18yo - as of September 2025)· Textabout.ie (Free text 50808) See page 7-8 of the Depression QRG for links to numerous additional non-pharmacological services.DisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor does it replace independent clinical judgment or consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Irish College of GPs.Listeners are encouraged to review current clinical guidelines, product labelling, and relevant policies before applying any information discussed in this podcast.This podcast does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. Healthcare professionals should exercise their own professional judgment in evaluating and applying information to specific clinical situations. Patients or members of the public should seek advice from their own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment. It may not be possible or appropriate in all circumstances to follow the advice/processes suggested in this podcast, for example due to resource availability.While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, medicine is a constantly evolving field, and no guarantee is made regarding the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the information presented.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree that the hosts, guests, producers, affiliated organizations and the Irish College of GPs are not liable for any direct or indirect consequences resulting from the use of the information provided. Subscribe, like and review wherever you get your podcasts.Webpage: https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/The-GP-PodcastEmail: podcast@icgp.ie
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