As part of a series of sponsored podcasts, we meet Livi’s Lead GP Dr Bryony Henderson to discuss the dynamics of virtual consultations and life as a Livi GP. Bryony talks us through her own experiences; her background as a GP Partner and subsequent transition to virtual working, why she feels the flexibility it affords has made such a profound difference to managing her own workload and meeting patient needs, how her schedule of work runs in practice and the support networks which are available within Livi’s network, and why the numbers of healthcare staff opting to join the Livi revolution is increasing.
Introduction (9 secs)
Livi GPs in numbers (1 min 11 secs)
An offer of flexible working (1 min 39 secs)
Is there a typical route in for Livi GPs? (2 mins 20 secs)
How does a shift with Livi run in practice? (3 mins 6 secs)
How are patients referred and what’s the appointment process? (3 mins 56 secs)
Sacrificing continuity of care? (5 mins 35 secs)
Looking after the wellbeing of a virtual GP cohort (6 mins 55 secs)
What are the most important factors when it comes to maintaining wellbeing? (8 mins 27 secs)
Measuring job satisfaction (9 mins 8 secs)
Contracted appointment schedules (9 mins 44 secs)
Patient reaction (10 mins 26 secs)
Managing onwards referrals, where face to face consultation is required (11 mins 21 secs)
How do we change current public perception where demand for face-to-face appointments is concerned? (12 mins)
What’s next for Livi? (13 mins 56 secs)
Is there an impact on GP numbers across the board? (14 mins 27 secs)
Working patterns as a virtual GP (15mins 8 secs)
Where can I get more information? (15 mins 51 secs)
Opportunities for other staffing groups (6 mins 24 secs)
To find out more information about Livi, their services and how to get in touch, check out their website here.