Faisal's story - A case study about a refugee

A case study provided by the Primary Care Virtual Learning Academy (also available at link ) 

Additional information: Individuals and small groups can work through this case study to learn about how to care better for refugees in primary care.

Author: Dr Rahhiel Riasat, Health equity and Social Justice GP TPD in the East of England.

Learning outcomes: By the end of this case study, learners will be able to:

• Describe the role of the Refugee council in the support they offer to refugees
• Describe the mental and physical problems refugees can commonly present with in primary care
• Explain how to access to health care in primary care services can be improved for refugees
• Explain the challenges associated with managing refugess in primary care.