Guidance

The guidance section holds a wealth of information on a wide range of subjects relating to general practice.

The importance of accurate clinical record keeping
Guidance
The importance of accurate clinical record keeping
The LMC is regularly involved in representing and supporting doctors who have been identified as having “performance” issues. The LMC has identified a number of themes which recur, and this regular feature will highlight these, so that our members can avoid these pitfalls. A recent case involved a GP who was reported by a colleague […]
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Prescribing Testosterone
Prescribing Testosterone
9 April 2025
There has been an increased focus on testosterone and its contribution to women’s health.  General practice colleagues are sometimes asked to prescribe testosterone for women by patients themselves or from…
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GPs offering Private Services
GPs offering Private Services
1 April 2025
We are receiving a number of enquiries from practices regarding offering private services. The article below seeks to explain the contractual limitations practices face when seeking to offer private services.…
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Fit Note (Med3) Pathway
Fit Note (Med3) Pathway
4 March 2025
Lincolnshire Interface Collaborative aims to enhance understanding, strengthen relationships, and, from a GP perspective, prevent the inappropriate transfer of workload from secondary to primary care. This collaborative includes: Lincolnshire ICB…
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