The FCP Podcast
Information and learning podcast for first contact practitioners in primary care. During the podcast episodes Emma and Richard will be discussing first contact cases commonly seen in General Practice with experienced clinicians with a background in a certain clinical area. The cases will review the approach to history taking, red flags and the appropriate investigations. The cases will be based around the FCP - Paramedics roadmap core clinical competencies, to unsure appropriate knowledge .
These podcast's should serve as a supplement to your learning as a first contact practitioner. You will require further learning, support and self directed study to develop into a qualified FCP.
These podcasts are for health care professionals only and should not be used for medical advice by members of the public. The content is based on the interviewees opinion and interpretation of best clinical practice at the time of the recording. These podcasts should support your learning and should not replace your clinical judgement or local guidelines.
Special thanks to Scott Edwards for audio and Martin Berrisford for editing.
The FCP Podcast
Renal function test interpretation with Dr Debasish Banerjee - Sodium 'Think about fluid volume'
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Richard is joined by renal consultant Dr Debasish Banerjee for a practical deep dive into sodium disorders and what those blood test results really mean in clinical practice.
In this episode, we break down the interpretation of sodium levels — from hyponatraemia to hypernatraemia — and move beyond the numbers to focus on real-world decision making. Through case-based discussion, we explore key elements of history taking, red flags you shouldn’t miss, and when sodium levels become genuinely concerning.
We also cover appropriate further investigations, common pitfalls, and how to manage these patients safely in primary care — including when it’s time to escalate.
A must-listen for clinicians who want to get sodium right… because getting it wrong can go south fast.
As always thank you to Scott for your support
Hyponatraemia | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICE
https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/hyponatraemia/
Hypernatraemia Algorithm – GP Gateway
https://www.coventryrugbygpgateway.nhs.uk/resources/hypernatraemia-algorithm/
Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub
Home - Coventry & Warwickshire Training Hub
College of Paramedics
https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/
UK Kidney
UK Kidney Association | The leading professional body for the UK kidney community
