Clinical Zoom meeting snippets - July 2025
Watch the Hūrae / July clinical update from Jo Scott-Jones joined by Dave Maplesden, Pinnacle GP liaison in this 46 minute video.
This month Jo Scott-Jones and Dave Maplesden discuss Kawasaki disease, weaning antidepressants, firearms and GP contact number, and more.
Read the written version of this update on Jo Scott-Jones' The New Zealand General Practice Podcast website.
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A recent audit of prescription errors across 68 pharmacies in Te Manawa Taki highlights the vital role pharmacists play in keeping patients safe. In his latest blog post, Dr Jo Scott-Jones reflects on the findings and shares key takeaways for general practice teams on reducing errors and improving communication.
Read moreTe Kaunihera Manapou | Paramedic Council is consulting on the potential introduction of designated prescribing authority for paramedics in Aotearoa New Zealand. Under the proposal, only registered paramedics who complete an approved postgraduate prescribing qualification, and meet additional requirements, would be able to prescribe medicines. A strong response to the consultation will help capture the full range of views on paramedic prescribing.
Read moreTreatment of patients with suspected ACC related DVT with a Wells Score of >= 2 or a positive D-dimer.
View detailsA range of guides to assist when using the iron infusion programme.