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Communication Station 6
Explain to the following medical student, the pathway through medical school to specialisation and the respective time frames involved.
Average Candidate Response
An overly direct approach, with no initial overview, end summary or opportunities to ask questions. There may also be a lack of awareness regarding the pathway to becoming a GP/Consultant and the time frames involved.
An overly direct approach, with no initial overview, end summary or opportunities to ask questions. There may also be a lack of awareness regarding the pathway to becoming a GP/Consultant and the time frames involved.
Excellent Candidate Response
This station requires not only effective communication, but also an understanding of the pathway to specialisation, and the timescales involved. The following is adapted from the BMA guide, however it is important to note that the training programme routes are regularly modified.
- Introduction
- State the end objective(s)
- Empower the examiner/patient to ask questions (eg. Do you have any questions at the moment? If you have any questions at any time, feel free to interrupt me)
- Identify any relevant materials/terms
- Provide clear, specific instructions
- Summary and plan going forward
This station requires not only effective communication, but also an understanding of the pathway to specialisation, and the timescales involved. The following is adapted from the BMA guide, however it is important to note that the training programme routes are regularly modified.
Adapted from: https://www.bma.org.uk/advice/career/studying-medicine/insiders-guide-to-medical-specialties/medical-training-pathway