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Dr Hassan Awan
@drhassanawan.bsky.social
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Academic GP; Research interest in community mental health in undeserved communities
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Dr Hassan Awan @drhassanawan.bsky.social · 15d
🌱 Just back from the @mhrincubator.bsky.social NIHR #GROW2025 Retreat York, feeling humbled & inspired by incredible colleagues.
Key reflections:
✍️ Write daily & build methodological expertise.
💡 Small grants can spark big policy impact.
🧭 Know yourself, your values & vision.
#MentalHealthResearch
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Charles Hay @drcharleshay.bsky.social · Jul 9
Wonderful talk by @drhassanawan.bsky.social on the healthcare needs of south Asian men. Important points about the need for regard paid to the spiritual and cultural aspects of patients lives.
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Dr Hassan Awan @drhassanawan.bsky.social · May 22
Some reflections on integrating scientific and sacred knowledge to enhance care and healing - my journey as an academic GP and a faith leader:

Read more in my piece for @bjgp.bsky.social Life:
🔗 bjgplife.com/scientific-a...
#PrimaryCare #HolisticHealth #FaithAndMedicine
Scientific and sacred knowledge: The journey of a dual-trained academic GP and faith leader
As both an academic GP and faith leader, I've found that bringing together different knowledge systems can significantly enhance patient care and community engagement. It may offer fresh perspectives
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Dr Hassan Awan @drhassanawan.bsky.social · May 22
Thanks Charles!
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Dr Hassan Awan @drhassanawan.bsky.social · May 15
Social determinants of distress in South Asian men with LTCs

Intersections of ethnicity, poverty, prejudice & chronic illness shape distress—and how can GPs respond with better ‘CARE’?
doi.org/10.3399/BJGP...

#MentalHealth #SocialDeterminants #SouthAsianHealth #LTCs #PrimaryCare
Social determinants of distress in South Asian men with long-term conditions: a qualitative study in primary care
Background People with long-term physical conditions are more likely to experience distress, depression, or anxiety. Physical–mental comorbidity is associated with lower quality of life, poorer clinic...
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