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April19 2018
Workshop wrap up
46 GP registrars attended the first workshop for 2018 in Darwin last week.
The jam packed 3 day program provided GP registrars with important skills in skin procedures, musculo-skeletal, dermoscopy, cultural education and mental health. Skin specialist Dr Doug Duthie joined NTGPE Director of Training, Dr Bronwyn Carson in demonstrating punch, shave and excisional skin procedures. Day 2 the group heard emotional stories from Elders of the Stolen Generation and to finish the week, GP registrars and training posts were given the opportunity to network at the Training Post Expo.
Presentations and handouts from the sessions will be available on myGPcommunity soon. The next workshop is in Alice Springs in October.
Important program updates
With the 2019 placement process approaching GP registrars, GP supervisors and training posts should make themselves familiar with the following policy updates:
Training Selection and Placement Policy: This policy outlines the guidelines around selection and allocation of placements.
Application for Placement Change: There is an expectation that GP registrars will honour their confirmed placements however there are times when a change of placement is required. To request approval to seek a change of placement GP registrars are required to complete an Application for Placement Change. Requests must be approved by NTGPE’s DoT/DoE BEFORE making any placement change arrangements with training posts. Applications should be sent to registrar@ntgpe.org.
GP Registrar Professional Behaviour Policy: This policy provides guidance on the professional behaviours NTGPE expects of its GP registrars and the professional behaviours GP registrars can expect of NTGPE and training post staff. It outlines the flagging system for behaviours and the resolution process.
Handbook quick links
The GP registrar training handbook is your fountain of truth and has everything you need to know about your training.
Check out page 30 for interactive quick links to NTGPE policies, forms and guidelines.
2019 Academic Posts
GP registrars are encouraged to submit an expression of interest (EOI) for the 2019 Academic Post Program. The program aims to provide exposure to research and the academic environment and encourages GP registrars to incorporate academic work into their careers.
Important dates:
EOI submission window: April 9 - May 20, 2018
Application submission window: May 21 - July 2, 2018
Offers sent out: September 3, 2018
For enquiries, please contact Jill Byron, Education Research Program Coordinator gpedresearch@racgp.org.au
ACRRM Registrar Committee members wanted
The ACRRM Registrar Committee provides an avenue for registrar members of ACRRM to provide feedback, suggestions, and advice to the ACRRM Board. Nominations close Friday May 19, 2018.
To apply, please see the terms of reference and selection process. For more details email ACRRM Registrar Chair registrarchair@acrrm.org.au.
Tips to pass your exams
The recent 2018.1 KFP exam report revealed an overall pass mark of 56.83% and a mean score of 57.67% from a total of 1542 candidates who sat the exam.
RACGP have shared these tips to assist candidates when preparing for and sitting the exam.
$10,000 scholarship
Ada Wilmadda Parry Scholarship is awarded to a project that focuses on improving cultural and linguistic understanding between Indigenous patients and general practitioners.
This is a self-nominated scholarship worth $10,000.
Open April 11 - May 11, 2018. Full scholarship details here
Upcoming events
An evening with Gary Butler - unpacking the KFP
This session is designed to consider the KFP exam and how best to support your GP registrars through their preparation and into the exam and beyond.
Target: RACGP NTGPE medical educators and supervisors
Date: Friday May 11, 2018
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Venue: Travelodge Resort Darwin, Cnr Cavenagh & Lindsay Streets
Cost: FREE
Drinks and cocktail food provided. RSVP with dietary requirements to Jessica.fry@racgp.org.au or belle.allison@ntgpe.org
RACGP Social Network event in Alice Springs
Network and enjoy refreshments and canapés with your colleagues at this free member event. Lucky prize draw.
Date: Friday June 15, 2018
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Mecure Alice Springs Resort, 34 Stott Terrace
Cost: FREE for members
Register online
Training and professional development opportunities
2018.2 AKT/KFP Pre-Exam Workshop – Darwin
Date: Saturday May 12, 2018
Time: 9:00am- 4:00pm
Location: NT PHN office, Albatross Street, Winnellie
Cost: $250 per person
Register
For further details contact Jessica.fry@racgp.org.au or (08) 8267 8325.
Administering Iron Infusion Intravenously – Alice Springs
Date: Saturday June 16, 2018
TIme: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: NT PHN Office, 5 Skinner Street, Alice Springs
Cost: RACGP Members fee is $55 and non-members $85 GST inclusive.
Register
For further details contact Jessica.fry@racgp.org.au or (08) 8267 8325
Rural Emergency Skills Training (REST) - Adelaide
Date: Saturday May 12, 2018
Location: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Adelaide
Register
Rural Emergency Skills Training (REST) - Darwin
Date: June 2-3, 2018
Location: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort, Darwin
Register
