Dr Ivan Bristow was a guest on Episode 168, discussing Foot Dermatology; however, today, we're having a conversation about the benefits of writing letters, reports and referrals to our colleagues, professionals referrers and patients. Writing a referral and receiving a reply can be used as evidence is an opportunity for self-learning and forms part of your CPD.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Writing is an artform we don't want to lose.
• Why podiatrists need to write more letters, reports and referrals.
• Using it with patients as a communication tool.
• It is a great way to connect with other podiatrists who may have a skill you don't currently have.
  • Using Facebook to find patient answers is not the best method of learning.
• Use letters as part of your MARKETING.
• The importance of checking your grammar.
• It can be beneficial to give your patients a copy of their referral letters.

A patient telling their GP that you want something examined or investigated further has no power, however giving the patient a letter to way under the nose of their GP is very powerful.

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