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Trainees
JournalWatch
A Practical Introduction to Oncology
Saturday, 10 March 2012
at W12 Conferences, Hammersmith Hospital, London W12 0NN
Online registration: www.symposia.org.uk
Patients with cancer represent approximately 25% of the in-patient admission in the UK and 33% of deaths. However, many physicians have limited exposure in their training to oncology.
This course will provide an invaluable grounding for medical and surgical, core and specialist trainees, as well as an update for physicians, surgeons and GPs.
Specialty Certificate Exam Information
The first Specialty Certificate Examination (SCE) took place on the 24th of November 2010. There were 58 candidates, including 10 from overseas. The overall pass rate was 64% of UK trainees, 58% overall.
You can read about the exam here plus some updated FAQs. Of particular interest take a look at some sample questions here, and now additional approved ones here.
In 2011 the exam will be held on 23rd November. Full details can be found on the SCE MRCP(UK) webpages on the JRCPTB website.
Medical Oncology Trainee Survey 2011
Last year the ACP trainee representatives organised a survey of colleagues to gain an impression of their educational and research experiences nationwide. It appears that trainees feel generally well supported, but time pressures and service commitments can overtake important educational activities. You can download a copy of the comprehensive report here.
ACP Trainees Meeting 2010
This years trainees meeting was held at the City Inn (now Mint Hotel) in central Manchester. As usual it was a great opportunity for trainees from around the country to meet up for some useful education, as well as socialising with colleagues and comparing notes on training at different centres. As usual the programme covered topics not always included in standard training courses. The value in networking with future consultant colleagues should not be underestimated. You can download the programme here. Feedback from attendees, speakers and sponsors has been excellent and plans are now underway for the 2011 meeting to be held in the autumn. Details of the date and venue will be posted here in due course.
