MCNZ – Consultation – Statement on Unprofessional Behaviour
The MCNZ are reviewing their statement on unprofessional behaviour. They are looking for feedback on the consultation paper before 30th June 2020.
Covid Patients Testing Positive After Recovery Aren’t Infectious, Study Shows
And in COVID news. This probably reinforces what NZ is doing re recovery. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-05-19/covid-patients-testing-positive-after-recovery-aren-t-infectious
Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (Ogilvie’s syndrome)
Acute colonic pseudo obstruction. What looks like obstruction but is not? “A misleading symptom is misleading only to one able to be misled.” – Sir William Heneage Ogilvie https://first10em.com/acute-colonic-pseudo-obstruction/
ACC document on labral tears of the hip
Follow the link to the recent ACC document on consideration factors for labral tears of the hip. It is worth reading to see what factors get considered when ACC decide on whether a labral tear of the hip is a result of an injury or wear and tear.
A new DPD and a virtual Bootcamp – talking college news
Today, we start with Dr Sorrell hosting the podcast to introduce the college’s new DPD. We then talk about this years virtual Bootcamp and the evolving college forum pages.
Urgent Care Boot Camp 2020
We’re pleased to confirm that the bootcamp is definitely going ahead on the weekend of 19/20 September. It will be held online, using webinar technology. We’re sending out invitations to present – please check your inbox.
Letter from new Director of Professional Development to members
It is a great honour to take up the role of DPD for the RNZCUC, and I wanted to write to our members to introduce myself and talk briefly about what you can expect from me going forwards.
Covid-19 has Ushered in a New Era of Fashion More Suited to Ladies on the Go
Happy mothers day! I found an interesting blog on my travels. Thought you might find it interesting. http://www.mothersinmedicine.com/
Forums
After the successful creation of the Covid19 forum page, we’ve decided to continue with the forum and add more topics.
RNZCUC Office Covid19 safety plan
As much as possible, do NOT visit the office. If you must, please call ahead. Zoom is becoming our preferred method for discussing more complex issues.
If you must visit, you will be required to leave your details, and active clinicians entering the office will be asked to wear a face mask.
Scan and email audit paperwork (especially PSS and CNA).