The College is keen to hear directly from Anaesthetists in Training members and Trainers regarding recruitment, examinations and the implementation of the 2021 Anaesthetics Curriculum.
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This article gives an overview of the developments in equivalence and portfolio in the changing and evolving GMC pathway.
Authors:
- Dr Ros Bacon, Chair, RCoA Equivalence Committee
- Dr Ashwini Keshkamat, Deputy Chair, RCoA Equivalence Committee
- Dr Derek McLaughlin, Deputy Chair, RCoA Equivalence Committee
- Mr Russell Ampofo, RCoA Director of Education, Training and Examinations
- Ms Claudia Moran, RCoA Head of Training
The College is responsible for ensuring that anaesthetists meet the standards for Specialist Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and that UK and international medical professionals who seek independent practice in the UK have the necessary knowledge, skills and experience (KSE).
The increasing number of Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) applications and the GMC’s implementation of new regulatory pathways have presented challenges for the Equivalence Committee. The Equivalence Committee is committed, on behalf of the College and members, to maintaining standards. This article explores the proactive steps being taken by the College to support the Equivalence Committee and enhance the process of assessing CESR applications.
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Our Chief Executive Jono Brüün reflects on 2021.
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Details on how to support International Medical Graduates who are undertaking MTI placements while they are in the UK
Our Chief Executive Officer, Jono Brüün updates you on the work we've been doing on the College's Estate.
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PatientsVoices@RCoA is a group of diverse people who support, advise and influence the College by providing patients’ perspectives on its activities.
A recording of the 2021 RCoA Annual General Meeting is now available.
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Thank you to all those who joined us at our Annual General Meeting (AGM), which took place online on Thursday 9 December 2021.
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This leaflet explains what to expect if you choose to have an epidural for pain relief during and after your operation. It has been written by anaesthetists, patients and patient representatives, working together.
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This leaflet is about the risk of becoming confused after a general anaesthetic and surgery. This is known as ‘delirium’. It explains the causes of delirium and what can be done about it.