GP Community of Practice

If you work in Primary Care as a GP or GP trainee, you can join our GP Community of Practice, or watch our webinar series where you can hear from expert speakers on cancer and other related topics.
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What is our GP Community of Practice?

  • A safe, supportive space for GP and trainees
  • Bi-monthly webinars via Microsoft Teams
  • Expert-led discussions on cancer and wider primary care issues
  • Peer learning, networking and resource sharing

Webinars

Episode 01 – Breast Cancer

16 July 2025 | [Runtime 1 hour 0 minutes 30 seconds] 

 

In this webinar, we are joined by Professor Richard Simcock, Chief Medical Officer at Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Consultant Oncologist at University Hospitals, West Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.

During Richard’s talk, he shared an update on Breast Cancer, including:

  • New data on HRT risks
  • Breast density
  • Genetic screening
  • New treatments
  • Hormonal therapy after breast cancer
  • Shared care

We also had Dr Anthony Cunliffe, Lead Medical Adviser at Macmillan, give an update on Macmillan’s Cancer Support line i.e. what support is available to patients and medical professionals.

How to join future sessions

To become a member of our GP Community of Practice, email Cawilliams@macmillan.org.uk or complete this registration form

2025/26 Webinar dates

All sessions will take place on Microsoft Teams.

  • Tuesday 16 July, 13:00 to 14:00 - Topic will be all things Breast Cancer and updates on the services Macmillan offer.
  • Wednesday 17 September, 13:00 to 14:00 - Topic will be LGBTQIA+ healthcare with a particular focus on cancer care.
  • Wednesday 19 November, 13:00 to 14:00 - Topic will be Immunotherapy.
  • Wednesday 21st January 2026, 13:00 to 14:00
  • Wednesday 18 March, 13:00 to 14:00
  • Wednesday 20 May, 13:00 to 14:00
  • Wednesday 15 July, 13:00 to 14:00
  • Wednesday 16 September, 13:00 to 14:00
  • Wednesday 18 November, 13:00 to 14:00

Details of each guest speaker for the webinars will be added once confirmed.

Resources for your role

  • Resources for GPs. We have tools and resources to help GPs support people living with or at risk of cancer.
  • The Cancer Professionals Podcast. Listen to Macmillan’s podcast where you can hear from expert guests and find out about the latest innovations and best practice

External resources

Support for your patients

Macmillan Support Line

Our specialist advisers can give advice and support to your patients. Encourage them to call us on 0808 808 00 00 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm).
Booklets

It’s quick and easy to order free booklets to give to your patients, their families and carers. Topics include cancer types, treatment, and emotional support.
For your patients
We do whatever it takes for people living with cancer, no matter what their situation. Find out about Macmillan’s support services.