| Surgeons
needed to help pilot assessment tools for the GMC |
- There have been assessment procedures for investigating poorly
performing doctors for the last 13 years. The Academic Centre for
Medical Education at University College London is working with the GMC to currently review
Fitness to Practise procedures and update the assessments used. We are
holding validation events for assessment material and seeking General
and Orthopaedic Surgeons to participate.
- Upcoming dates:
- 8 July 2011 – General Surgery
- 18, 19 October 2011 – Orthopaedics
- 23, 24 November 2011 – Orthopaedics
- Venue: UCL Medical School, London
- Time: 9.30am-4.30pm
- The day will involve taking a written test of knowledge and an OSCE.
You must be FY2 to Consultant level, and have worked in the specialty
for at least four months within the last year to participate. Volunteers
can only take this test once for each specialty.
- All volunteers will receive feedback about their own performance.
This is a valuable insight into methods of assessment for anyone
interested in this area and excellent examination practice for those
about to do postgraduate exams
- A £350 honorarium + (standard class) travel expenses and lunch is
offered to attendees.
- Please visit http://www.ucl.ac.uk/dome/gmc for more information
- n application form or email t.acme@medsch.ucl.ac.uk
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| Insider
Medical - MRCS Part A Course |
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The MRCS Part A 1 Day Revision Crammer Course focuses intensively on the
MCQ papers of the MRCS Examination. The course includes tips on
improving examination technique and will cover all the common topics
encountered in the exam.
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15 January 2011
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Hammersmith Hospital
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Insidermedical@hotmail.co.uk
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www.insidermedical.com
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Telephone: 0203 204 3004 & 07989331573
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| Insider
Medical - MRCS Part B OSCE Course |
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This proven course will focus intensively on the curriculum and format
of the MRCS OSCE examination. This course will cover the applied
surgical sciences, critical care, surgical anatomy, pathology, patient
safety, surgical skills, history taking, communication skills and
clinical examinations, for both the generic and specialty-specific
stations. There is ample opportunity to examine many patients with a
variety of different clinical signs in an examination setting. Course
includes lectures on how to pass all the stations, as well as providing
the opportunity for plenty of examination practice under examination
conditions with feedback. There is an emphasis on small group teaching
and on the second day, there is a mock MRCS OSCE examination. Course
also includes a complimentary copy of the new textbook "OSCEs for the
MRCS Part B: A Bailey and Love Revision Guide" and a MRCS Examination
Clinical DVD.
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5-6 February 2011
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Hammersmith Hospital
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Insidermedical@hotmail.co.uk
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www.insidermedical.com
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Telephone: 0203 204 3004 & 07989331573
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| Diploma on
Otolaryngology (DOHNS) - OSCE Revision Course |
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This course aims to provide intensive revision for the DOHNS
Clinical/OSCE exam and is aimed at both Surgical and General Practice
trainees with a specialist interest in ENT. Successful DOHNS candidates
have been involved in its development to ensure it delivers relevant,
focused preparation for the exam. The content includes clinical topics
that regularly feature in the exam. This encompasses gross and
microscopic anatomy of key areas, identification of common ENT pathology
including video and radiological analysis, interpretation of specialist
investigations and familiarization with surgical and emergency
equipment. There is a strong emphasis on the clinical application of
this knowledge and the practical skills required for the exam.
Candidates will also have the opportunity to perfect their examination
skills and improve their communication skills, with focused history
taking and consenting. The course concludes with a mock OSCE
examination, providing the opportunity for individuals to put into
practice the skills they have acquired in front of real examiners under
real exam conditions.
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29-30 January 2010
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School of Biosciences, Cardiff University
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Course Fee: £195
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www.doctorsacademy.org
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