Clinical audit is recognised as having three elements: measurement, comparison and evaluation. » read more
Audit is a quality improvement process that follows a systematic review and evaluation of activities against research-based standards. » read more
The purpose of audit is to act as a mechanism for you to reflect on your practice and to document improvements as a result. » read more
We advise that you start your clinical audit as soon as possible into the PCS year. » read more
See "Clinical Disease Coding and Classification: An Overview for General Practitioners" » read more
See "Clinical Disease Coding and Classification: An Overview for General Practitioners" in Appendix 2 of the ICGP Audit Toolkit. » read more
The GPIT group have provided step-by-step instructions on how to carry out an audit using the GP practice management software systems. » read more
The ICGP have prepared an online ICGP Audit Toolkit which provides step-by-step instructions and sample audits. In addition, audit workshops are in progress during 2011. » read more
You can engage in an audit with other GPs (e.g. other members of your practice, local colleagues) if you wish to do so. In this instance, all GPs taking part in the audit should be actively engaged in the process and should fulfil their individual time requirements (12 hours per annum). » read more