28Aug
We sat down with bereavement expert and new Thornfields Associate Helen McMenamin to discover how her experiences have shaped the person she is today, and how she helps others to manage grief in the workplace.
21Aug
Have you ever thought about how a deeply human experience like grief can profoundly impact our workplace environment?
8Aug
We hear from trainer and facilitator - and Thornfields Associate - Gabby Prowse about her passion for training, her advice for new trainers, and how she loves giving people their own "lightbulb moments".
31Jul
In today's dynamic healthcare environment, It’s fair to say that to be a GP Practice Manager takes a special kind of a person – someone with a range of skills and life experiences. By broadening your skill sets and leadership abilities, you can survive the current primary care landscape and become a successful leader.
22Jul
Being CQC inspection-ready is essential for any healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality care. Meeting the Care Quality Commission's (CQC) standards for safety, effectiveness, responsiveness, care, and leadership demonstrates compliance with regulatory requirements and dedication to patient well-being. This blog explores how our compliance software - FPM Core - can help your organisation achieve and maintain CQC readiness.
17Jul
We heard in our last article about our anonymous returning Practice Manger's first week back in GP land. In this second part, she answers questions about the journey she has been on (and is still making!) and offers her hints and tips for staying sane.
11Jul
At Thornfields, we ensure our Trainers get personalised one-to-one coaching so they are fully onboard with what we’re trying to achieve through our market-leading ILM courses. We sat down with Thornfields ILM Associate Trainer Anita Hampson, who told us how she became a trainer, and how the process was for her.
3Jul
On July 10th Thornfields will hold its first Sustainability webinar led by expert and GP Dr Matthew Sawyer. A helpful overview of some of the issues we will cover was published by Victoria Vaughan in Healthcare Leader earlier this year.
19Jun
Thornfield's Charan Sarai recently met with a former PM and friend who had left general practice and was now returning. in this first part of our 3-part series, we learn how she is getting on, and what her main hopes and fears are for the future.
12Jun
We sat down with one of Thornfield's much-loved trainers, Mark Donaldson, for a chat about how he came to do his current role, what tips he would like to share, and who he wants to say thank you to.
12Jun
Thornfields are running a new free 1-hour webinar and discussion on how Sustainability can save money and lives in primary care - and help satisfy the CQC's quality statements - on Wednesday 10th July @ 12.30pm.
5Jun
Sometimes when life gets too much, and you can’t see a way through, just getting outside and having a break has enormous benefits. I’m sure many of us just need some time away from the computer! Being outdoors and taking that break can offer many benefits for our mental and physical wellbeing.
29May
Did you see the NHS’s new guide on How to Align Capacity with Demand in General Practice, published May 8th? If not, you can find the link here.
15May
In today's dynamic healthcare environment, multi-skilling your primary care staff is a powerful strategy to enhance their capabilities, optimise operations, and ultimately deliver top-notch patient care. By broadening the skill sets of your team, you create a more versatile workforce capable of handling diverse responsibilities.
15May
We're running a Question and Answer session about our government-funded Apprenticeships, with our partner Cherith Simmons on 5th June at 11am. Why not sign up and chat to us about how you can benefit from them too?
8May
Investing in continuing professional development (CPD) for your GP Practice staff isn't just a perk, it's a strategic investment. As well as boosting staff morale, training offers a multitude of benefits for your practice, ultimately leading to improved patient care and a thriving healthcare environment. Here are five key reasons why investing in GP staff training is crucial for success:
2Apr
You may be wondering what it is…? Dr Thomas Frieden, a former director at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, says it’s WALKING - and April 3rd is National Walking Day!
28Mar
Get to know much-loved Thornfields trainer Tracy Simpson, who answers some questions about how she got started in the role of Associate, shares her favourite memories, and shows how you can do it too!
11Mar
I recently had a chat with one of our freelance Thornfields Associates, Brooke, about a workshop she ran that nearly had all the ingredients of everyone’s favourite Christmas movie (or is it?) — “Die Hard”.
10Jan
To kick off 2024, our anonymous blogger and practice manager gives their thoughts on worsening financial pressures, vaccination campaigns, and the forthcoming general election.