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About the Chertsey GP Training Programme |
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Written by Dr Collins
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About the Training Programme
The Chertsey GP Training Programme is a new and vibrant scheme which we hope will develop over time and evolve in an ever changing political climate. It is with these uncertainties in mind that we aim to deliver a robust and enjoyable curriculum within the design of an innovative programme. The programme is based in Ashford and St Peters hospitals, with GPStR's meeting at the Oliver Plunkett Medical Education Centre in St Peters Hospital.
The Chertsey GP Training Programme currently has 21 three year rotations, with 20 months in hospital posts and 16 months in General Practice. Our training is based in Ashford and St Peters sites with some posts rotating to Woking and Walton Community Hospitals and the Abraham Cowley Unit for Psychiatry.
The Programme is based on the RCGP curriculum with an emphasis on the Skills and Attitudes that are so key to developing the art form that good general practice is.
VTS Timetable for 2011/12 - Term One
Thursday 9.00 to 12.30
| Dates |
Topics Covered |
| August 11th 2011 |
ST3 Induction |
| September 1st |
Induction |
| September 8th |
Negotiation Skills |
| September 15th |
Personal professional responsibilities |
| September 22nd |
Ophthalmology |
| September 29th |
Dermatology |
| October 6th |
No teaching - Cumberland Lodge week |
| October 13th |
Consultation models |
| October 20th |
Mens health |
| October 27th |
Half Term |
| November 3rd |
Chronic dx management |
| November 10th |
Obstetrics / Gynaecology |
| November 17th |
Child Protection |
| November 24th |
Referral management |
| December 1st |
Mock |
| December 8th |
Medical errors / complaints |
| December 15th |
Holiday - no teaching |
| December 22nd |
Holiday - no teaching |
| December 29th |
Holiday - no teaching |
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Our Objectives
We aim to deliver a well rounded approach aided by a variety of teaching methods, which will include both knowledge based work as well as the practical skills needed to practice holistically. We are fully aware of the importance of addressing all aspects of the curriculum with particular reference to areas that will facilitate successful completion of the nMRCGP. This will include mock exam practice with external simulated patients, as recommended by examiners for the CSA.
Most importantly the ethos of the GP Training Programme is to be learner centred with planned input from learners, programme directors and hospital specialists.
We are motivated by an ongoing desire to achieve excellence and to help guide the continual evolution of our trainees into fully fledged General Practitioners.
We have a diverse group of trainers, specialists and programme directors, who are experienced and interested in training. We ensure standards are maintained by close links to hospital specialists responsible for GP specialty posts. This allows continual updates in the methods of practice within these attachments, ensuring delivery of an appropriate educational curriculum.
We are hoping to include at least one residential course per year which is a wonderful opportunity for participants in the scheme to get to know each other and develop stronger ties with each other. These have previously been based at Cumberland Lodge, a beautiful stately home set amongst stunning expansive grounds. Previous Trainees on the scheme have enjoyed the tennis courts, famous Red Deer and exquisite dining.
This underpins the overall vision of the scheme which is to deliver a training programme that is both supportive and nurturing while maintaining high standards of achievement.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 22 September 2011 09:34 )
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