Why Obs and Gynae? by Suzy Duckworth
Each year, the RCOG invites foundation trainees to tell us why they’ve chosen a career in O&G for the Why Obs and Gynae? prize.
This is a submission from Suzy Duckworth, an FY2 doctor.
Why I chose a career in obstetrics/gynaecology
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Obituary: Tom Lewis
On 27 May 1918 the Germans launched one of their most ferocious attacks on allied troops at the third battle of the Aisne. Over four million shells were fired with enormous effect and high mortality. On that same day Thomas Loftus Townshend Lewis
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BJOG release: New study suggests demographic factors can predict which women are at an increased risk of operative births
Independent maternal demographic factors such as social status, ethnicity and maternal age can predict the likelihood of operative births in the UK, according a new study published today in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and
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Non-RCOG international projects
Non-RCOG international projects in women's health
Doctors Worldwide
Title: The Postgraduate Fellowship (PGF) in Migrant and Refugee Health
Duration: The deployment would be a minimum of 7-10 days (2 days of teaching, 3 days of clinical
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Council précis, June 2019
Overview of the Council meeting which took place on 14-15 June 2019
Board of Trustees
Council heard that following competitive interview, Baroness Tessa Blackstone had been appointed Chair of the Board of Trustees with effect from 8 November
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The new CPD framework
New for 2019, the College has redeveloped and enhanced our professional development (CPD) framework – and we have a brand new ePortfolio to support it.
This change will affect all doctors who use the College’s CPD programme, and also your
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Useful resources for trainees
Useful resources to support you during your training
Glossary of terms
For definitions of key acronyms and terms you’ll come across during your training:
Read the RCOG’s glossary of terms
Read the GMC’s glossary for the regulation of medical education
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Bronchiolitis in children (NICE clinical guideline 9)
This guideline offers evidence-based advice on the diagnosis and management of bronchiolitis in children.
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Core module 2: Teaching, appraisal and assessment
The teaching, appraisal and assessment core module will help you understand and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes to provide appropriate teaching, learning opportunities, appraisal, assessment and mentorship.
Available resources
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RCOG statement on mental health funding pledge in Budget statement
The RCOG welcomes the announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer in the 2015 Budget, pledging an additional £75 million over the next five years to give the right care to more women who experience ill mental health during the perinatal or antenatal
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