Palpitations in SDEC, what could be causing this?

Amie and Ben discuss a challenging case and possible diagnoses. 

If you have been affected by any of the topics we have discussed in this episode you can access the following;

NHS Practitioner Health Free, confidential service for doctors and dentists in England who are experiencing mental health or addiction problems. Clinical support, psychological therapies, etc.  www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk

Doctors in Distress Peer support, webinars, reflective spaces, creative groups etc.; aims to reduce stigma and offer supportive community. Contact via Doctors in Distress website

DocHealth Specialist psychotherapy service just for doctors; up to six face-to-face sessions; self-referral.  Use the DocHealth website to self-refer. 

BMA Wellbeing Support Services 24/7 telephone counselling & peer support, structured therapy sessions, advice for doctors with substance use, bereavement etc. Through BMA website / membership. 

Doctors’ Support Network (DSN) Peer group for doctors with mental health concerns; confidential and supportive. Contact via DSN website. 

NHS Mental Health Services For anxiety, depression etc,  talking therapies; crisis help; also self-referral options sometimes depending on area, in urgent cases call 999 or NHS 111. 

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Disclaimer: All patient stories discussed in Home of Medicine are informed by real patient interactions. However, all identifying details have been removed or appropriately modified to protect patient confidentiality.

This podcast is intended for education and professional development and should not replace independent clinical judgement or specialist consultation.