Orthopeadics CST Portfolio Lecture given by Dr Dominguez
CST Portfolio points and Pathway
Summary
Discover the world of Trauma and Orthopaedics through the eyes of a Core Trainee, Miss Elizabeth Dominguez, in this on-demand teaching session. Gain insider knowledge into the variety, practical and academic balance, significant impact on quality of life, and the hands-on experience offered in this field. The presentation also discusses the typical day of a T&O SHO, providing insight into trauma vs elective theatre, ward rounds, and clinics. You'll explore both the usual dramatic career progression – from medical school, and foundation training, to core surgical training, specialty training, and eventually consultancy – and the presenter's personal journey in the field. Learn what it takes to get into Core Surgical Training, including involvement in 40+ surgical cases, attendance at 3+ surgical conferences, leading a surgical-themed audit, and more. This session is a must-attend for any medical professional looking to learn more about or planning to pursue a career in Trauma and Orthopaedics.
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Learning objectives
- Understand the variety and balance between practical and academic skill in orthopaedics training.
- Gain knowledge about the career path and typical timeline of core surgical training to consultancy in orthopaedics field.
- Identify necessary preparations, experience, and portfolio points needed for core surgical training, and learn how to meet these requirements.
- Understand the day-to-day work in Trauma and Orthopaedic Specialty, including managing new patients with acute injuries and regular clinic and ward rounds.
- Gain insights and advice on how to effectively pursue a career in Trauma and Orthopaedic field based on the speaker's personal experiences and journey.
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Trauma & Orthopaedics: A Core Trainee’s Perspective Miss Elizabeth Dominguez, MBChB RIOC | 20 APRIL 2024Why Orthopaedics? VARIETY BALANCE IN SIGNIFICANT VERY HANDS RESEARCH PRACTICAL VS IMPACT ON ON ACADEMIC QUALITY OF SKILL LIFE Trauma Meeting T ypical Theatre (Trauma vs Elective) Day as a new patients with acute injuries See T&O SHO Ward Rounds / Clinics Medical School (5-6 years) Foundation Training (F1 - F2) CST Interviews Core Surgical Training (CT1 – CT2) Usual Timeline MRCS Parts A&B, Speciality Interviews Speciality Training (ST3 – ST8) Senior Fellowship Consultancy Medical School (5-6 years) Foundation Training (F1 - F2 à F3, F4, F5 ++)) CST Interviews Core Surgical Training (CT1 – CT2 CT2 à CT3, Usual CT4, CT5 or Junior Fellowships) Timeline MRCS Parts A&B, Speciality Interviews Speciality Training (ST3 – ST8) Senior Fellowship Consultancy My Journey 2014 2018–2019 2020–2022 2024 - 2030 Started Medical Intercalated MRes in Foundation Year 1 & 2 Specialist Registrar School (University of Health Sciences (Aneurin Bevan Training (Scotland Bristol) Research University Health Deanery – East Board, South Wales) Region) President of BUOS, Core Surgical Training – Social Media Officer First BOTA Medical T&O Themed (Royal SCRUBS Student Representative United Hospitals, Bath) 2017–2019 2018–2019 2022-2024What do you need to get into Core Surgical Training? MSRA + Portfolio + Interview What do you need to get into Core Surgical Training? MSRA + Portfolio + Interview What do you need to get into Core Surgical Training? MSRA + Portfolio + Interview What you need for max portfolio points: • Involvement in 40+ surgical cases (Assisted ++) – elogbook.com • Attended 3+ surgical conferences – Certificates of attendance • Surgical taster week – signed letter from consultant • Led in ALL aspects of a surgically themed audit – signed letter from consultant • Presented the audit at a national or international conference/meeting – Letter of acceptance of presentation + slides + programme (optional) OR, • First author publication with PubMed citation (not case report/letter) What you need for max portfolio points: • Designed and organized a teaching programme (4 or more sessions) for healthcare professionals or medical students – letter from consultant, summary of feedback (optional) – see wording from HEE guidance • Masters in teaching (minimum 3 university terms) or PGC What do you need to get into Core Surgical Training? MSRA + Portfolio + InterviewMy advice during medical school: üPhang it on a wall, tick things off as you go along. üBe proactive and ask. üBe enthusiastic and keen. üENJOY medical school while you can. üDon’t be so hard on yourself!Questions? Email: elizabeth.dominguez@doctors.org.uk