70 Pen-to-paper: a pen-pal scheme between cambridge medical students and elderly residents

Abstract

incidents. A weak positive relationship (0.36) was identified with incidents. GMC Conditions Seven doctors with pre-existing GMC conditions were aligned to the Trust. From 2011, four (57%) had concerns escalated to the Medical Director. From 2011-18, approximately 1,030 doctors were aligned to the Trust. Only 285 (28%) doctors had concerns escalated, indicating those with conditions were twice as likely to encounter difficulties. Conclusions There is evidence that recruitment practices impair quality and so it was necessary for the leadership team to act. Employing doctors with GMC conditions was suspended. Services could not operate if SR was immediately made mandatory so a programme of staff development has been instigated to reduce the need for this practice. This involves working with the clinicians, Health Education England, GMC and professional bodies to:. Reopen the Associate Specialist grade.. Overhaul the CESR offering.