Acute Frailty Interface Dr- Geriatric Emergency Medicine Service, lead + NHS@home frailty pathway. Chair RCEM older person SIG. UHBW (Weston)
South West, England
Joined January 2014
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Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Announcing: the BGS Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) Hub!
A clear, concise, evidence-based set of resources, freely available to all who need them on our website. Dive in today! buff.ly/yZ0Cxzg
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Check out this 6 CPD point course on Frailty in the ED from RCEM. Available on demand. Some excellent speakers! And me
rcem.ac.uk/events/frailty-in…
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
What’s your most important organ?
I’d sometimes rather see a 4AT than a blood pressure. (Both is best, of course, but the state of the brain is vital) 🧠❤️
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Happy to see another NHS Trust @SFHFT endorsing #SASsix and committing to making it a reality for their SAS doctors.
Doing what's right, congratulations @Simondroe @totallytigers, Rob Simcox, Dr Ritu Kothari.
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
To ensure timely discharge for patients in hospitals, more investment is needed for community services. Older people are particularly at risk of poorer outcomes if kept in hospital when medically fit - @JKDhesi
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Exactly, this is why we need triple assessment at the front door - NEWS, CFS, 4AT. Will help to get the right team to the right person at the right time / institute evidence based care that delivers what matters to the individual @GeriSoc @RCPhysicians @RCEMpresident @UKHaHSoc
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Never underestimate the journey of an unpaid carer as their loved one moves into a care home. They have likely had their own needs set aside, probably been ignored by professionals & had to fight for the rights of both themselves & their loved one... that's trauma.
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
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Another opportunity for advance respect tips for HCP. 15th July 1900. On line. Free.
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
⬇️ Brilliant free resource for all our members.
💊 Time Critical Medications: 👏GET 👏 IT 👏 ON 👏 TIME ‼️
👀🏥 Get your ED more involved in TCM by checking out our successful QIP #TimeCritMedsQIP and learn more with @jonny_acheson.
📺 youtube.com/watch?v=FydWHVWH…
In response to feedback from @RCollEM members, @ParkinsonsUK has released a new Time Critical Medication sticker for emergency department teams to use on Parkinson's patients' notes.
A4 sheets of the stickers can be ordered for FREE here👉shop.parkinsons.org.uk/colle…
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
1 million older people often feel lonely. Watch the video below to see how a new partnership with Morrisons could help change this.
The vote is now open so if you know anyone who works for @Morrisons - please encourage them to vote for Age UK! 💜💚
bit.ly/AgeUK_Morrisons
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Lots of great speakers giving a wide range of talks- promises to be a really interesting day for all those with an interest in the care of our older patients in EM. Not too late to register!!
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
New data shows some elderly patients waited 5 days + in A&E, "a national scandal" @RCEMpresident.
In 2023, almost 100,000 elderly ppl in England wait 12 hrs + in A&E after decision for further care - age group 65+ sees 25-fold increase since 2019.
🌐 rcem.ac.uk/older-people-bein…
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Day 2 of our @NHSatHome engagement day @uhbwNHS joined today by my brilliant colleagues from @SironaCIC @NorthBristolNHS @DocclaUK @Becsjlittle @LTurnerPhysio
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
#communitygeris @SASByChoiceUK @UKHaHSoc @NHSKentCHFT a new opportunity for a SAS doctor within our friendly, enthusiastic west kent team.experience #hospitalathome or take a productive pause from training (we can help you with portfolio): kentcht.nhs.uk/careers/curre… or DM me!
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
The GMC is now consulting on how its regulation of PAs and AAs will work.
The consultation is open to members of the public, and we've produced a short guide to be used by clinicians and patients who are keen to provide views.
Read it here: bma.org.uk/media/wjnmmbsu/bm… (1/2)
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Older people have a rough time in NHS Emergency Departments likely to impact badly on them & the wider system..
Those with frailty/geriatric syndromes are less likely to be assessed within 4 h of ED arrival & to receive timely consultant review 👇
thelancet.com/journals/eclin…
Dr Rachael Morris retweeted
Big shout out to all the SAS doctors working in EM. You really are an essential part of our departments, quietly going about your business, thank you! #SASWeek23
