Description
Book SynopsisThose at the grassroots of primary care have been provided with a unique opportunity to plan and shape the modern NHS. This book describes the work of primary care groups in their first months and describes everything from the initial aims of PCGs through to primary care trusts and the future. The excellent panel of contributors who are practised members of PCGs describe their experiences and the lessons they have learnt. The book explores how organisations will evolve and provides guidance on theory people and functions. It is essential reading for members of PCG teams and those with or aspiring to PCT status.
Trade Review'Doctors' professionalism has come under challenge from all directions. As medicine has had to redefine what it means by professionalism, medical education has had to dissect the components of this newly defined entity and consider how best to incorporate it into the curriculum and - a greater challenge - how to assess it in developmental and supportive ways. This book is both welcome and timely. It is an important addition to the field and will be of value to all those involved in medical and healthcare education, and to a wider audience interested in the development of those nascent professionals to whom we will be entrusting the future of medicine.' Sean Hilton in the Foreword 'A book that is well worth reading...can be read profitably by medical students, residents, practitioners of all specialties, and faculty in medical schools...4 Stars.' DOODY'S REVIEW SERVICE
Table of ContentsThe context. Learning from history. The code of conduct: professionalism, law and ethics. Professional-patient relationships. Communication and its relationship to professionalism. Cultural diversity and competence. Professional knowledge and development: keeping up-to-date. Personal development and self-care. The nature of autonomy — for the professional and the patient. Learning and teaching professionalism. Assessing professionalism. Professionalism and social justice — the next step?
