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Leviathans and a different sort of contract

A social contract must be framed in a way that enables people to look after other people, rather than simply creating systems of ever-increasing complexity to deliver care which is mechanical and ultimately disappointing.
26 January 2026

Book review: How Animals Heal Us

"How Animals Heal Us is a deeply heartfelt work from an author with lived experience of both devastating mental ill health and the restorative power of animal friendship. It contains uplifting and joyful anecdotes of animal companionship and ministration. It
24 January 2026

The alchemy of doubt, praise, and progress

Those who are underestimated may be overlooked for opportunities, while those who are overestimated may feel pressure to perform flawlessly, discouraging help-seeking and reflection.
23 January 2026

Opinion and Clinical

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How doctors learn not to listen

Students learn that ambiguity is risky, uncertainty should be resolved, and experience must be rendered legible through diagnosis. They learn to apply the gaze, filtering out the “noise” of life to find the signal of disease.
21 January 2026

Every gap is an educational gap

"Recently I saw Ted and Rachel. They were living temporarily in a share house as they had recently been made homeless. Ted is a happy man despite his current circumstances, but has diabetes that is not well controlled. He takes his medication,
9 January 2026

Book Reviews

Book review: How Animals Heal Us

"How Animals Heal Us is a deeply heartfelt work from an author with lived experience of both devastating mental ill health and the restorative power of animal friendship. It contains uplifting and joyful anecdotes of animal companionship and ministration. It is also, at times, a
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International

Long Read

How doctors learn not to listen

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Students learn that ambiguity is risky, uncertainty should be resolved, and experience must be rendered legible through diagnosis. They learn to apply the gaze, filtering out the “noise” of life to find the signal of disease.
3 mins read

Tea and two sugars

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"You done the second best job you could have, James, and for that, I'm eternally grateful." ...I don't think that many would take solace from that statement above, but I did.
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Trainees and students

Are we judging GP registrars on their outfits?

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Professionalism may not be a discrete domain on the mark scheme, yet it shapes how registrars are assessed, creating a standard that remains open to personal interpretation. And when that interpretation is shaped by assumptions about religion, culture, gender, or identity, attire can become an
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Knocking for help: a hidden strain of GP-training

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In clinical scenarios that are unfamiliar or require in-person review, trainees are often forced to leave their patients mid-consultation to seek help. The act of “door knocking” i.e interrupting a colleague who is themselves consulting - can feel burdensome. Hana Esack reflects.
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BJGP Interviews

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BJGP News and Editorial Comment

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