Recommended SDL (Self Directed Learning)
When you’re in your GP block, you’ll get one Self Directed Learning (SDL) session per week (per full time/pro-rata equivalent). That’ll either be AM/PM session.
Which day will depend on your rota/practice manager.
Most GP practices are very flexible if you give them enough notice should you wanted to arrange SDL for a particular time in the week to go to a particular clinic.
As a doctor and GP you’re a life long learner. At SDL you’ll be expected to identify and direct your own learning. This can help you address your learning needs that you’ll identify during the course of your placements.
SDL also gives you the opportunity to experience other specialties of clinical interest. You might also use this time for quality improvement activity, audit, research and work on your portfolio or exam preparation.
Some examples of (mostly) free e-learning can be found on:
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Clinical
SDL
Allergy and Immunology
SDLAllergy and Immunology
- Allergy Clinic
- COVID-Clinic
- Baby Immunisation Clinic
- e-lfh.org.uk e-Learning
Cardiovascular Health
SDLCardiovascular Health
- Cardiology Clinic
Dermatology
SDLDermatology
- Dermatology Clinic
- BMJ Dermatology CPD
- Minor Surgery Clinic
Ears, Nose, Throat, Speech & Hearing
SDLEars, Nose, Throat, Speech & Hearing
- ENT Cas clinic
Eyes and Vision
SDLEyes and Vision
- WECS clinic
- RACE clinic (singleton)
Gastroeneterology
SDLGastroeneterology
- Endoscopy Clinic
- Gastro Clinic
- IBD Clinic
Genomic Medicine
SDLGynaecology and Breast
SDLGynaecology and Breast
- Breast Clinic
- PMB Clinic, NPTH, Paula Bidder
- Midwives
- Pessary Clinic
- Vulval Clinic
- Well Woman Clinic
- Contraception Clinic
- Women’s Health RCGP eLearning
Obstetrics
- Antenatal Care
- EPU
Haematology
SDLHaematology
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- Public Health Clinic
Kidney and Urology
SDLKidney and Urology
- CKD clinic
- Dialysis ward
- LUTS clinic
- Prostate clinic
- Vasectomy Clinic
- Erectile Dysfunction Clinic
- Psychosexual Counselling
- Haematuria Clinic
- Incontinence Clinic
Mental Health
SDLMental Health
- Sit in with Single Point of Access
- Crisis Team
Metabolic Problems and Endocrinology
SDLMetabolic Problems and Endocrinology
- Diabetes Clinic
- Thyroid Clinic
Musculoskeletal Health
SDLMusculoskeletal Health
- The Hub, Physio
- Walk in Physio (NPTH/MGH)
- MCAS
- O.T.
- Podiatry
- Chronic Pain Clinic
- Exercise Referral Scheme
Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Intellectual and Social Disability
SDLSexual Health
- Neurodevelopment clinic
- Learning Disabilities Clinic
- ADHD clinic
- Autism clinic
Neurology
SDLNeurology
- Movement Disorders Clinic
- TIA Clinic
Respiratory Health
SDLRespiratory Health
- Asthma Clinic
- Paediatric Asthma Clinic (NPTH)
- COPD Clinic
- Community COPD team
Sexual Health
SDLSexual Health
- Sexual Health / Family planning clinic
Smoking, Alcohol and Substance Misuse
SDLNeurology
- CDAT
- Adferiad (WCADA)
Urgent and Unscheduled Care
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- Acute Clinical Team (ACT)
- Acute GP Team
- Minor Injuries Team
- District Nursing Team
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Life Stages
SDL
Children and Young People
SDLChildren and Young People
- Baby Clinic
- Paediatric Clinic
People with Long Term Conditions
(including Cancer)- Oncology Clinic
Maternity and Reproductive Health
- Early Pregnancy Unit
- Fertility Clinic
Older Adults
- Frailty Clinic
- OPAS
- Virtual Ward
End of Life
- Palliative Nursing Team
- Palliative Hospital Team (Ty Olwen, MGH)
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Professional
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Consulting in General Practice
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- QIP/QIA activity
- Prescribing Assessment
Leadership and Management
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Your Content Goes HereNote: If there is no Tuesday PM VTS/HDR, that will be an extra SDL session (if pro-rata scheduling allows).
