DVLA Guidelines Part 2 - Diabetes, Psychiatric Disorders, and Drug & Alcohol Misuse - RCGP AKT Revision

In this episode of AKT Boost we look into essential DVLA driving guidelines that every GP trainee needs to know for the AKT exam. Covering key topics like diabetes mellitus, psychiatric disorders, and drug and alcohol misuse, this episode breaks down the rules for Group 1 and Group 2 drivers, helping you understand when patients should notify the DVLA and what conditions may impact their driving eligibility. You’ll get detailed insights on how conditions like insulin-treated diabetes, depression and psychosis affect driving, and what to do when dealing with patients struggling with substance misuse. This episode is packed with high-yield, exam-relevant information, practical tips, and short-answer revision questions to boost your AKT prep! Whether you’re on a commute or squeezing in study time, this episode is your perfect revision companion. Stay ahead of your AKT revision by tuning in now! Enjoyed the episode? Don’t forget to subscribe to AKT Boost for more medical exam prep tips, and share this episode with your fellow GP trainees. Follow us on Instagram ⁠@aktboost⁠ for daily revision tips and updates to help you ace the Applied Knowledge Test! Listen to the podcast episode: ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Apple Podcast⁠ ⁠Amazon Music⁠ Follow us on social media: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Twitter (X)