Learnings From a Mixed Model Communication Skills Training for International Medical Graduates
Aims: International Medical Graduates (IMGs) make up more than half of new recruits in the NHS and recent data shows that there is an increased likelihood of IMGs being referred to the General Medical Council (GMC) for fitness to practice investigations. Analysis of these complaints highlighted comm...
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| Main Authors: | , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge University Press
2025-06-01
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| Series: | BJPsych Open |
| Online Access: | https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2056472425102597/type/journal_article |
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| Summary: | Aims: International Medical Graduates (IMGs) make up more than half of new recruits in the NHS and recent data shows that there is an increased likelihood of IMGs being referred to the General Medical Council (GMC) for fitness to practice investigations. Analysis of these complaints highlighted communication skills as an area of concern. We wanted to support relatively new IMGs, who started practicing in the country within the last 2 years, by enhancing their communication skills. |
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| ISSN: | 2056-4724 |