First do no harm: A guide to choosing wisely in general practice

Navigating primary healthcare can be perplexing for any well-intentioned GP. Likewise, patients and carers may be overwhelmed by clinical advice and referrals.

Thus, RACGP have developed First do no harm: A guide to choosing wisely in general practice which aims to support both GPs and patients with shared decision making.

The guide includes information on:

• overused tests

• over-diagnosed and overtreated conditions

• interventions with insufficient evidence.

Ultimately, First do no harm encourages constructive conversations between GPs and patients to ensure quality primary healthcare is delivered.