This module was written by Howard Borkett-Jones, A&E Consultant, Watford General Hospital, Hertfordshire, and Clare Morris, Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical School, University of Bedfordshire. The module relates to areas 1, 5 and 6 of the Professional Development Framework for Supervisors in the London Deanery.

Performance in Practice

This 20 minute DVD resource is available via Synapse to clinical supervisors in London Deanery.  The DVD covers principles and some simple tools that can help when dealing with trainees in difficulty.

References

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Further reading

GMC. Medical Students Professional Behaviour and Fitness to Practice. www.gmc-uk.org/publications/medical_education_publications.asp#medical [accessed October 2009].

GMC. A Guide for Doctors Referred to the GMC. www.gmc-uk.org/concerns/doctors_under_investigation/a_guide_for_referred_doctors.asp [accessed October 2009].