GP TiPS

E10: Neurodiversity

In conversation with Jane Duffy (Senior Lead Specialist for Disability in NES) we explore aspects of neurodiversity in training.  This includes how it might present, where to seek advice and what type of support is available.  Jane concludes with a list of 10 tips for educational supervisors to consider relating to neurodiversity.

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Link to Jane's Top Ten Tips on Neurodiversity for ESs on Sway

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E9: Perfectionism

Perfectionism can be challenging for both GP registrars and Educational Supervisors.  In conversation with Dr Paul Hepple (a GP and Educational Supervisor based in Edinburgh) we explore some of the issues related to this, including the concept of being a ‘good enough’ GP.

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E8: The ARCP

To find out more about the ARCP we talk with Dr Corrine Coles who is  an Assistant Director of GP Postgraduate Education in the West of Scotland and has a lead role for ARCP panels in the Scotland Deanery. The conversation includes exploration of what the ARCP is, who is involved, how it links to ESRs and opportunities for ESs to become more involved in panels.  

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E7: The RCGP Curriculum

In this episode we are joined by Dr Anil Sood (RCGP Medical Director of Curriculum).  In a wide ranging conversation (recorded in November 2024) we discuss what the Curriculum is, what it is not and the changes we will see when the latest update to the Curriculum comes into effect in August 2025. We explore the Curriculum as an educational resource for us as ESs and for GPSTs.

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Access Episode 7 'The RCGP Curriculum' transcript on Sway

E6: The SCA

We are joined by Dr Simon Austin (GP and TPD for Performance and Exam Support in East and South East Scotland) to discuss the SCA (Simulated Consultation Assessment).  We explore details of the SCA before looking at how, as Educational Supervisors, we can help our trainees prepare for this and the support provided by NES. 

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Access Episode 6 'The SCA' transcript on Sway

E5: The AKT

In this episode we talk to Dr Jennifer Craig (GP and TPD in NES) about how, as Educational Supervisors, we can help our trainees prepare for the AKT.

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E4: Art in Medical Education

We are joined by Dr Nicola Gill (TPD in York) to discuss her journey as a GP and medical educator and how art has become woven into this.

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E3: Educational Supervisor Groups and Workshops

In this episode we join two Educational Supervisor groups, from different parts of Scotland, to explore what they do and what they value from these sessions.

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