IngentaConnect Education, education, education: postgraduate assessments and the...

Authors: Mukhtar, S.¹; Compson, J.²

Source: Bulletin of The Royal College of Surgeons of England, Volume 91, Number 2, February 2009 , pp. 44-45(2)

Publisher: The Royal College of Surgeons of England

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Abstract:

Recent changes in medical training have involved the introduction of a number of different tools for the assessment of trainees at all levels. These are completed by all doctors ranging from the level of foundation year 1 (FY1) trainees (previously pre-registration house officers) to final year specialty trainees (STs). While consultants are required to be an integral part of this assessment process, no formal time has been set aside and protected for these sessions. We propose the correct number of sessions for this activity be part of a new consultant contract, especially given the significant increase in the quantity of assessment and appraisals in the current training system. But how many hours are required?

Document Type: Short communication

DOI: 10.1308/147363509X403320

Affiliations: 1: SHO, King's College Hospital NHS Trust 2: Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, King's College Hospital NHS Trust

Education, education, education: postgraduate assessments and the consultant contract