A reminder that the next AGM is 25 July, and that nominations for the Executive Committee are now open. The March AGM did not achieve a quorum. If you wish to nominate another member, please first confirm that they would like to stand for a position, and which position(s). Email the General Manager (adrian@rnzcuc.org.nz) with your nomination.
Fungal infections, particularly of the nail, can be frustrating conditions to treat when they present through an urgent care clinic. We speak with Dr Amanda Oakley, an adjunct associate Professor at Auckland University, Consultant Dermatologist and founder of Dermnet NZ.
Now for an ouch post. The triplane ankle fracture. These are ones that will need careful consideration and conservative management should be decided upon by an orthop. Probably after CT. So watch out for these ones. https://dontforgetthebubbles.com/triplane-ankle-fractures/
Patients choose to NOT disclose they have had a concussion. What we need is a change of culture around concussion not just a change in knowledge. https://cjsmblog.com/2020/05/11/cjsm-journal-club-nondisclosure-of-concussion-symptoms-by-athletes/