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Dr Rachel Hudson, MRCGP

General Practitioner and Medical Author

MBChB, MRCGP (2008), BSc (Medical Science), DFSRH, DRCOG, DCH

Dr Rachel Hudson, is an NHS GP working in the North West of England.

She gained her medical degrees at the University of St Andrews and the University of Manchester and did her GP training in Lancaster. Rachel is a GP partner and has a clinical interest in women’s health.

Education, certifications and licences

MBChB - Manchester 2004
MRCGP - qualified as a GP 2008
DFSRH – Postgraduate diploma, Faculty of sexual and reproductive healthcare
DRCOG - Postgraduate diploma, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
DCH - Postgraduate diploma, Child Health

She has worked at Patient since 2023.

Recently contributed to:

Dog and cat bites
Info leaflet

All but the most minor animal bites should probably be assessed and treated by a health professional - in particular, bites to hands.

Human bites
Info leaflet

Following a human bite, it is usually worth seeing a doctor or health professional for advice.

Campbell de Morgan spot
Professional
Full blood count and blood film
Info leaflet

Different conditions can cause an abnormality in a blood count. Therefore, if an abnormality is found, you often need further tests to find the cause. These tests include a full blood count test and a blood film test. In the United States, a full blood count is called a 'complete blood count' (CBC for short) and so you might see reference to this in American articles or TV shows.

Arthroscopy and arthroscopic surgery
Info leaflet

Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure which uses a thin telescope with a light source (an arthroscope) to look inside joints. As well as being able to look inside, the surgeon can use an arthroscope to perform keyhole surgery. Arthroscopy is most often used to investigate or treat knee problems. Arthroscopy can also be used for other joints, including the shoulder, hip, elbow, wrist and ankle joints, and even for hand or foot problems. Note: the information below is a general guide only. The arrangements, and the way tests are performed, may vary between different hospitals. Always follow the instructions given by your doctor or local hospital.