Resources for Medicine

Support Links

• GP Return to Practice Scheme
  
  • England: https://medical.hee.nhs.uk/medical-training-recruitment/medical-specialty-training/general-practice-gp/how-to-apply-for-gp-specialty-training/return-to-practice
  • Scotland: https://www.scotlanddeanery.nhs.scot/your-development/gp-returner-and-international-induction-programmes/scotland-gp-returner-programme/
  • Wales: https://heiw.nhs.wales/education-and-training/general-practice-gp/overseas-gps/gp-international-induction-and-return-to-practice-programmes/gp-return-to-practice-programme/
  • Northern Ireland: https://www.nimdta.gov.uk/gp-careers/return-to-practice-rtp-and-international-induction-iip-programmes/
• Schemes SuppoRTT: A supported return to training scheme for hospital residents in training in England. https://kss.hee.nhs.uk/resources-information/supported-return-to-training-supportt/
• Courses The London School of Paediatrics offers a free one day course for paediatricians, covering common paediatric emergencies and key updates in practice. https://londonpaediatrics.co.uk
• The GMC offers free Welcome to UK Practice workshops, which are suitable for UK doctors returning to work after a period of absence. The sessions provide practical advice, cover GMC key standards, and explore ethical scenarios doctors may encounter. www.gmcuk.org/about/what-we-do-and-why/learning-and-support/workshops/welcome-to-uk-practice/doctors
• Welcome Back to Work offers bespoke courses and advice for GPs. www.welcomebacktowork.co.uk
• The GMC expects employers to support doctors who have had a career break with induction, supervision, and support. GMC adviceline: 0161 9236602
• Networks PMGUK (Physician Mums Group UK) Returners/ Long Career Break Group is a subgroup of Physician Mums UK www.facebook.com/groups/1502095813434231
• Guidance Back on Track is a good practice guide from NHS Resolution. https://resolution.nhs.uk/resources/back-on-track-a-good-practiceguide
• There is a guidance page on the BMA website. https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/career-progression/finding-the-right-role/returning-to-clinical-practice-after-absence
• The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges has online guidance. https://www.aomrc.org.uk
• Resources on the legacy website of the Career Refresh for Medicine programme, a pilot programme in 2021 now inactive. www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/return-practice/career-refreshmedicine 

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