Name
GP Bereavement by suicide: Supporting a safe return to practice
Date & Time
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 1:55 PM - 2:25 PM
Speakers
Emma Lightbody, Salaried GP, Dukinfield Medial Practice
Julie Pregnall, Practice Manager, Dukinfield Medical Practice
Julie Pregnall, Practice Manager, Dukinfield Medical Practice
Description
- Introducing a trauma-informed, operational return-to-work protocol
- The “Opt-Out” Framework: structured support to manage cognitive load
- Active clinical shielding: protecting workload and anticipating grief spikes
- A practical approach to safeguarding patients and supporting long-term staff retention