The GP training programme includes a 6 month primary care placement during the second year of training. This is the first placement in primary care for many trainees. Some schemes may offer a 4 month experience during the ST1 year as well, while some trainees may have obtained primary care exposure in their foundation training. As registrars move out of the cocoon of the hospital environment into community practice, it is not surprising that some will experience more than a blip on their anxiety meters. Addressing trainees' concerns at the outset can help trainers foster a healthy relationship with trainees and ensure that the general practice placement is enjoyable. Preparation for your ?P placement It is imperative mat you contact your clinical supervisor or the practice manager a few weeks prior to commencement of your post. This will allow you to get acquainted with the practice and ensure that you complete the relevant paperwork in time. Various issues (such as occupational health checks, medical defence insurance certificates, linking NHS smart cards to practices, etc.) need to be sorted before you start consulting with patients. You will certainly not make a good impression if the practice team has to cancel or move your appointments because paperwork is incomplete. GP surgeries organise a robust induction to help trainees to settle into their new practices. If your trainer is aware of your past experience, he/she can adjust your induction schedule to get the most benefit out of it.
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