Gastroenterology training in Australia: A perspective from the coal face

Abstract

Background: The Royal Australasian College of Physicians is developing curricula for training. Aims: We surveyed gastroenterology trainees on their training experience to establish whether training needs were being met. Methods: An online anonymous survey of all gastroenterology trainees in 2009. Results: Ninety-one per cent of trainees responded (105/115). Of these, 92% were adult, and 8% were paediatric trainees. Seventy four were core, and 31 were noncore trainees. Of those who had completed core training, the majority (86%) felt that their training had prepared them adequately for independent practice as a gastroenterologist. However, most respondents felt that core advanced training sho..