Urgent Bite 309 – Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
Biliary type pain, usually in female patients who have had a cholecystectomy, could be Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. A diagnosis worth keeping on our urgent care differential list.
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UCCISv2 issues noted
UCCIS version 2 has been live since the 7 April 2026. Whilst mostly successful, we have noted some minor bugs and issues. Thank you to those who have remailed to let us know of issues that they have noted. The table below summarises the main issues noted. We will maintain this table until issues are…
Website Resources Now in TalentLMS
The College has now migrated all website learning resources into TalentLMS. These resources will soon be removed from the website. TalentLMS will look different the next time you log in. Please follow the instructions below to navigate the new layout. We recommend using Category View for the best experience. If you have never accessed TalentLMS,…
DPD update June 2026
This update includes details on the following: UCCIS version 2 reminders and top tips Bootcamp weekend Research Network And finally, one more thing UCCIS version 2 reminders and top tips You will have received emails from Adrian and members of the office team instructing you about UCCIS version 2. These updates include details of any…
DCT update for June 2026
Kia ora koutou, It is my pleasure to produce this month’s DCT newsletter. This month’s report will include updates on: Workplace Based Assessments (WBAs) course on TalentLMS for trainees UCCIS 2 reminders for: Adding your workplace Adding your supervisor Registrar Subcomittee WBA’s and Workplace based assessments on TalentLMS course For those of you who are…
CEO update June 2026
This month, I have the following important information covering: MCNZ accreditation result/report/actions Distinguished Fellow nominations – update UCCIS version 2 TalentLMS and wider IS strategy MCNZ Accreditation The College received its accreditation report from MCNZ. We have been accredited as an education provider for six years (the maximum possible, we believe) and have only six…
Trainee and Supervisor Wellbeing: Practical Strategies for Self-Care, Psychological Safety and Team Support
Date: Monday, 6 July 2026Time: 4pm – 5pm AEST | 3.30pm – 4.30pm ACST | 2pm – 3pm AWST | 6pm – 7pm NZST Facilitators: Dr Susannah Ward and Dr David Beaumont (Chair and Deputy Chair of the RACP Member Health and Wellbeing Committee) Guest Speakers: Dr Sabine Hennel and Dr Aidan Tan Registration (FREE):…
Urgent Bite 308 – Slow is Smooth
A study conducted in the paediatric ICU setting demonstrated the need to not only acknowledge a patient’s emotion with an empathetic response but also the need to allow time and space for that response to be received, free of jargon and over speaking. It is worth reflecting on how this can apply to the urgent care setting.
Medical Director in Nelson (0.8 fte)
Lead an urgent‑care team in sunny Nelson, combining hands‑on clinical practice with meaningful leadership, flexible hours, an unbeatable outdoors‑focused lifestyle in a high‑performing, patient‑centred clinic shaping the future of local healthcare. Lead. Clinically Contribute. Enjoy Life in Nelson. Finish your clinic day and step straight into the outdoors – catch a sunset at a nearby…