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SSWGPLink Chair, Dr Michael Tam, published this practical GP-centred approach to managing the red eye in Medicine Today.
Many of the common causes of red eye can be recognised and treated in primary care using a diagnostic framework that includes a few key questions and assessments. However, decisive referral for specialist ophthalmology assessment and treatment may be required.
Dr Michael Tam is a clinical academic Specialist General Practitioner, combining the provision of family medicine, research, health services development, and governance. Michael’s clinical interest is in the whole-person primary care of people living with mental illness. He is actively involved in mental health policy, strategy, and governance, with local, state, and national bodies. Michael’s research is in integrated care and preventive care in general practice. He has expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods. View more posts
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