TEACHING

All trainees benefit from weekly teaching. Trainees learn a variety of skills needed to be a GP with a particular focus on areas relevant to working in an area of disadvantage. Trainees also develop self-care skills to support their wellbeing and have fulfilling careers.  

Sample timetable

September-December 2020

1 Induction

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2 Safeguarding

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3 Dermatology

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4 Homeless families

With an expert mother experiencing homelessness.

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5 Nutrition 

Cooking session exploring diet on a low-income.

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6 Gastro

Trainee presentations on a disorder affecting the stomach.

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7 Complex care

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8 Making change happen

Full day teaching on a GP's role in social justice. Trainees learnt about advocating for patients and how to build an effective campaign. They also discussed their journeys into medicine and developed a pathway of career support for young people. 

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9 Journal club and Balint group

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10 5 ways to wellbeing

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11 RCGP Certificate in the Management of Drug Misuse

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12 Communication skills

Interactive session with actors.

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13 Pain

With an expert patient.