Journal article
General practice registrar observation of their supervisors in consultation: What is the educational value?
C Longman, M Temple-Smith
Australian Family Physician | Published : 2013
Abstract
Background A commonly used learning activity within The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners accredited teaching practices is general practice registrar (GPR) observation of general practitioner supervisor (GPS) consultations. This study aimed to examine the views of GPRs and GPSs on the benefits and limitations of this teaching method. Methods In-depth interviews were conducted with eight GPSs and eight GPRs, exploring their experiences of this teaching method and the outcomes achieved. Results GPRs reported benefits in orientation, and greater understanding of patientdoctor relationships. However, lack of planning by GPSs limited the potential for learning as goals were rarely..
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Funding Acknowledgements
The researchers gratefully acknowledge the RACGP Research Foundation for their support of the project. This research has been funded by the RACGP Research Foundation PWH Grieve Memorial Award. We would also like to acknowledge the GPSs and GPRs who willingly agreed to be interviewed for this study. Thanks are extended to Professor Neil Spike, VMA Director of Medical Education and Training for his advice and support.