New Roles in General Practice and Primary Care

A book written from the heart by someone who walks the walk and talks the talk every day. A must read to understand the complexity of Primary Care, its workforce and why we must ensure that we have the appropriately trained staff to help deliver modern general practice. – Caroline Durack, Programme Director NWL Training HubAn informative and timely resource, Clare Etherington’s New Roles in General Practice and Primary Care: Working Together for Health Equity and Patient Empowerment offers a vital and detailed view of the valued professions that comprise our expanding multidisciplinary primary care teams, highlighting the essential role we all play in working towards health equity. – Dom Patterson, GP, founder of Fairhealth and Chair of the RCGP’s Health Equity Special Interest GroupThis brings to life the complexity and value of the role of the nurse within primary care. It highlights the impact that the ARRS have had on the recruitment and retention of nurses. – Sally Armstrong, Nurse Director for North West London Training HubThis book explores the expanding roles in primary care, highlighting the vital contributions of allied health professionals such as social prescribers, health and wellbeing coaches and care coordinators. Clare has provided invaluable insights and emphasises the importance of collaborative care in enhancing patient outcomes, improving access, and addressing the evolving needs of diverse communities within the healthcare system. – Kalwant Sahota, Programme Delivery Manager, NWL ICB

Clare Etherington is a longstanding GP and GP Educator. She was Primary Care Dean North West London for Health Education England (HEE, 2015-2021), which included the development of ARRS (additional roles) and support for allied roles such as practice nurses and community pharmacists. Clare has given presentations and run workshops at national and local conferences and committees including for the Royal College of General Practice (RCGP). She is interested in health equity and in patient-centred care. She works in London, UK.