Welcome to the second talk of our Student to Surgeon series. If you want to learn a little more about training in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, this is for you!

Dr Conor Hughes, a Trauma & Orthopaedics CDF at NHS Fife, will be guiding us through the examinations required for trauma and orthopaedic surgery training in the UK as well as some tips on how to prepare for them.

Summary

Are you a medical student or junior doctor interested in orthopaedics? If so, we have something for you!

With all the portfolio requirements, exams, and potential training pathways, specialty training applications can be confusing and stressful. Don't fret, because we're here to help!

Join us along with Dr Conor Hughes, Trauma and Orthopaedics Clinical Development Fellow at NHS Fife, as we walk you through specialty applications for orthopaedic surgery, portfolio building, and what it's like to work in Trauma & Orthopaedics!

Learning objectives

To understand the various examinations and assessments required for Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery training in the UK.
To identify the key areas of study and focus for each exam within the Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery training program.
To gain insights into the recommended preparatory strategies for each assessment, enabling efficient and effective study methods.
To recognize the milestones and progression points in the journey from medical student to becoming a Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon.
To engage in discussion and reflection on achieving competence in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery training, drawing from the experiences and advice of Dr Conor Hughes.

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