Having been an NHS trainee myself, it gives me great pleasure to contribute to the ongoing education of current and future trainees. I am a GMC-recognised trainer and hold roles as Educational Supervisor and Clinical Supervisor for junior doctors passing through our department, including Foundation, Core, and Specialty Trainees. Regionally, my role as Training Programme Director for Core Surgical Training and Lead for Virtual Learning in the West Midlands gives me involvement in processes including Annual Reviews (ARCPs).
Here are some insights into getting through training and preparing for your future roles, whatever specialty you go into.
CV Writing
Your CV is a narrative of your career — how to structure it so it’s easy to manage, update, and adapt.
Professional Profile Management
Everyone gets searched for online — how to build and maintain a professional profile deliberately, not by accident.
Social Media
The line between personal and professional is easily blurred online — practical guidance from experience and GMC guidance.
Professional Portfolio
Managing your clinical portfolio (ISCP or otherwise) — what’s expected and how to engage with it properly.
Personal Development Plans
A PDP focuses your training and provides a checklist to work to — including an interactive PDP Wizard.
Communication & Correspondence
Hierarchy, professionalism, and how you write emails — the small things that shape how colleagues perceive you.