Listen "How GPs Think: Clinical Reasoning and Patient-Centred Care with Dr Henri Coombs"
Episode Synopsis
Clinical reasoning sits at the centre of this chat with GP Dr Henri Coombs. We cover the “golden minute,” the ICE model (ideas, concerns, expectations), and how to keep notes rich without stealing time from patients using ambient scribing tools. Henri shares how he balances risk in GP, when to refer to ED, antibiotic stewardship without arguments, and why concise GP letters matter. We also walk a fatigue case step-by-step, including iron, thyroid, sleep, mental health, and when tests help versus hinder.You’ll hear about:Patient-centred consults that actually save timeShared decisions that reduce bounce-backsAmbient documentation (Heidi/Lyrebird) improving note qualityRisk tolerance in GP vs ED; red flags that change your planFatigue work-up: ferritin, B12/folate, thyroid, vitamin D, CRP (used wisely), sleepCoaching culture, feedback, and teaching registrars without panic referralsPractical discharge/GP letter do’s (short, clear, actionable)Perfect for NP students, ED clinicians, and any GP who wants fewer returns and better follow-up, without longer consults.
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