{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The GP Podcast","title":"Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: GP Update Part 1","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1500,"description":"ParticipantsDr Shane McKeogh - Adult Respiratory Clinical Lead, Irish College of GPs; Chronic Disease Lead, HSEDr John Maher - Host SummaryIn this first episode in a two-part series, Dr John Maher is joined by Dr. Shane McKeogh to discuss COPD  in General Practice.  Our conversation follows the recent launch of The Irish College of GPs “Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: General Practice Update” published in October 2025 and available from this link on the College website. This first part covers topics including:How COPD management has been streamlined and simplified in recent years;The role and value of new HSE Community Hubs in more timely diagnosis and patient support;Assessing newly diagnosed patients by considering breathlessness and exacerbations;Non-pharmacological management strategies for COPD. Part 2 of this conversation is also available now, with topics including:Pharmacological interventions in COPD, based on breathlessness and exacerbation assessment;An approach to augmenting therapy for symptomatic patients with established COPD;The role of eosinophils;The Evolution of Care in Ireland via HSE Integrated Care Hubs and the CDM Programme. LinksIrish College of GPs WebsiteRespiratory Clinical HubChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: General Practice Update (Irish College of GPs, October 2025)HSE Area FinderCOPD Support Ireland WebsiteCOPD.ie “COPD & Me” BookletAntibioticprescribing.ie: Infective Exacerbation of COPDDisclaimerThe information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor does it replace independent clinical judgment or consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Irish College of GPs.Listeners are encouraged to review current clinical guidelines, product labelling, and relevant policies before applying any...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/y2EoxHzUIjVYJ3OYuZDyKEUt5A0vOFWgd_rZpd9a_No/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jMDYx/ZTU3NGE1OGUzMmQ2/YWYxYzU5NTZiMmY1/Njc2YS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}