Quality Improvement (QI) in Derbyshire primary care offers a structured approach to evaluating and enhancing our practices in general practice. It encourages us to examine both large and small aspects of our work through a fresh perspective to identify areas for improvement.
In Derbyshire, we’ve seen first-hand how Quality Improvement (QI) work is making a real difference across practices, for staff and for patients. From improving patient care and boosting staff wellbeing, to reducing GP turnover and building leadership and confidence, the impact is both wide-reaching and deeply meaningful.
GP leaving rates fell from 12.5% in 2023 to just 5.8% in 2025, showing the Fellowship programme’s role in improving retention.
Improvements Projects led to better access, reduced hospital admissions, and tailored care—especially in areas like respiratory medicine and care homes.
The programme boosted confidence and ambition, encouraging more professionals to step into system-level and leadership positions
All respondents reported improved understanding of the NHS, with two-thirds gaining project management and leadership skills.
- The data and insights shared here are drawn from a recent impact study completed in June 2025 as part of the GPTF Fellowship Programme evaluation in Derbyshire.
If you're thinking about starting your own Quality Improvement (QI) project, our QI Portal is your one-stop resource for everything you need to succeed. From practical tools and templates to expert guidance and inspiring case studies.
Learn how to embed QI methods into everyday practice with simple, effective tools.
Discover how to collect and interpret data to track your progress and demonstrate impact.
Find out how to identify and involve the right people to support your project’s success.
Explore how to recognise and address bias in healthcare improvement work.
Learn how observational methods can strengthen your Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles.
We’re proud to recognise three outstanding clinicians whose work has earned national acclaim:
Winner of 1st place at the Early Career GP Conference for her pilot study on Chronic Pain Cafés in Belper PCN. Her project reduced GP contacts by 28% and social prescriber referrals by 57%, while creating a space for patients to connect, learn, and feel heard. The initiative is now expanding across the region.
Awarded 2nd place for her trailblazing work on GP co-location within the substance use service in Ripley. Her weekly clinic reached patients who hadn’t seen a GP in over a year, addressed unmet health needs, and delivered holistic care in a trusted setting. Early outcomes show 100% of patients received medication reviews and 73% required further investigation.
Selected to present her Fellowship project at the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine Conference in Brighton this September. Her work on lifestyle medicine has produced accessible resources that empower patients to take control of their health—demonstrating Derbyshire’s leadership in preventative care.
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If you require any support, we are always listening. Please do get in touch by email: ddlmc.thehubplus@nhs.net or by phone: 07883 328933.
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