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To enable new consultants and GPs to practise effectively and confidently from the start, it is essential they have a clear understanding of their professional role and feel comfortable with their personal or family circumstances. A well-planned and relevant induction programme will help to ensure they feel ready for their new position. New consultants and GPs from abroad have different knowledge gathering needs - professionally and privately - from doctors who are already familiar with the NHS, and from more junior doctors or other staff. They will be practising autonomously as clinical leaders, and so must have a thorough understanding of their role within the structure of healthcare in England. They will also often have families whose interests they need to take into account. This guide to best practice is intended to help NHS trusts prepare induction programmes for new consultants and GPs recruited from abroad. It draws together ideas generated by deaneries, trusts and other employer organisations, and has been developed with the help of overseas doctors themselves - dealing with concerns they have identified. Whilst individual learning needs will vary, it is important that all the issues outlined in this guide are covered during doctors' induction. Last reviewed 10 Aug 2006 |
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