Junior doctor convicted of dangerous driving in “acutely anxious state” escapes sanction

BMJ ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. m722
Author(s):  
Clare Dyer
Keyword(s):  
Junior Doctor ◽  
Dangerous Driving ◽  
Anxious State

Dula Dangerous Driving Index--Flemish Version

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jochem Willemsen ◽  
Chris S. Dula ◽  
Frédéric Declercq ◽  
Paul Verhaeghe
Keyword(s):  
Dangerous Driving

scholarly journals 65 Junior doctor engagement in rota writing during the COVID 19 crisis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alice Gargan ◽  
Natasha Dunhill-Turner ◽  
Dervla Ireland ◽  
Colin Mitchell
Keyword(s):  
Junior Doctor

The mental health of Australian medical practitioners during Covid-19

2021 ◽  
pp. 103985622110108
Author(s):  
Michelle Anne Adams ◽  
Matthew Brazel ◽  
Richard Thomson ◽  
Hannah Lake
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Junior Doctor ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Mental Health Diagnosis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Practitioners ◽  
Psychological Distress Scale ◽  
Distress Scale ◽  
Health Diagnosis

Objectives: To ascertain whether doctors were experiencing higher rates of distress during Covid-19 and whether this was impacted by demographic factors. Our hypotheses were that being a junior doctor, having a previous mental health diagnosis and treating Covid-19 positive patients would predict higher rates of distress. Methods: Cross-sectional survey conducted via Survey Monkey. Voluntary participants were recruited from the mailing list of a national-based referral service for doctors to psychiatrists. Distress was measured using the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10). Demographic factors were analysed for predictive value of a higher rating on the K10. Areas of concern in relation to Covid-19 and preference for support services were measured on a Likert scale and compared to levels of distress. Results: The rate of very high distress was 15%. Being a junior doctor and having a previous mental health diagnosis were predictive factors of a higher K10 score. K10 was not affected by likelihood of contact with Covid-19-positive patients. Social isolation had a larger impact on mental health in the context of a previous psychiatric diagnosis. Face-to-face assessments were preferred. Conclusions: Rates of distress in doctors have been higher than baseline during Covid-19. Some groups have been particularly vulnerable.

scholarly journals 190 Developing effective junior doctor leaders in quality improvement and innovation

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Orod Osanlou ◽  
Stephen Stanaway ◽  
Lewis Mallon ◽  
Charlie Finlow ◽  
Awais Rafique ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Junior Doctor

scholarly journals The Effectiveness of a Foundation Year 1 Doctor Preparation Course for Final Year Medical Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 238212052098418
Author(s):  
William Beedham ◽  
Kasun Wanigasooriya ◽  
Georgia R Layton ◽  
Ley Taing Chan ◽  
Adnan Darr ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Student ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Core Curriculum ◽  
Junior Doctor ◽  
Hidden Curriculum ◽  
Medical Curriculum ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Curriculum Topics

Background: Starting work as a junior doctor can be daunting for any medical student. There are numerous aspects of the hidden curriculum which many students fail to acquire during their training. Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of a novel foundation year one (FY1) doctor preparation course focusing on certain core topics, practical tips and components of the hidden curriculum. The primary objective was to improve the confidence level and knowledge of final year medical students transitioning to FY1 doctors. Method: A 2-day, practical course titled ‘Preparation 2 Practice’ delivering hands-on, small-group and lecture-based teaching, covering core medical student undergraduate curriculum topics in medicine and surgery. The course content spanned therapeutics, documentation skills and managing acute clinical tasks encountered by FY1 doctors during an on-call shift. A pre- and post-course survey and knowledge assessment were carried out to assess the effectiveness of the course. The assessment was MCQ-based, derived from topics covered within our course. The 20-question test and a short survey were administered electronically. Results: Twenty students from a single UK medical school attended the course. 100% participation was observed in the pre- and post-course test and survey. The median post-course test result was 22 (IQR 20.25-23.75) which was higher than the median pre-course test score of 18.75 (IQR 17-21.75). A Wilcoxon sign rank test revealed a statistically significant difference between the pre- and post-course test results ( P = .0003). The self-reported confidence score of delegates on starting work as a junior doctor was also significantly higher following the course ( P = .004). Conclusion: The results show a significant improvement in perceived confidence and knowledge on core curriculum topics amongst final year medical students having attended our FY1 doctor preparation course. We conclude that there is scope for similar supplementary courses as an adjunct to the undergraduate medical curriculum.

scholarly journals Assessment of Junior Doctor performance: a validation study

2013 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandra E Carr ◽  
Antonio Celenza ◽  
Fiona Lake
Keyword(s):  
Validation Study ◽  
Junior Doctor

Recruitment into forensic psychiatry, a cross sectional survey to identify attitudes and opinions of core trainees of this speciality

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 144-155
Author(s):  
Kassia Lowe ◽  
Fiona Hynes
Keyword(s):  
Forensic Psychiatry ◽  
Junior Doctor ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Current Trend ◽  
Junior Doctors ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Post Graduate ◽  
Short Statement ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to address and understand recruitment difficulties into psychiatry; however, to date there is no published research with respect to forensic psychiatry. Forensic psychiatry has always been considered to be a popular specialty amongst junior doctors and therefore the recent trend in local unfilled core training (CT) (junior doctor) posts and national reduced competition ratios for higher specialist training has triggered concern. The impact vacant CT posts within the Forensic Service may have on the future workforce must be considered. Further understanding of this trend is required. Design/methodology/approach – A short statement-style survey addressing attitudes and opinions with respect to the field of forensic psychiatry was devised and distributed to all West Midlands core psychiatry trainees who attended post-graduate teaching (November 2014). Findings – Response rate was 64 per cent. In total, 52 per cent of participants expressed an interest in the specialty, but only 13 per cent wished to pursue a career in forensic psychiatry. In total, 68 per cent of responses deemed forensic psychiatry to be a demanding speciality, with over 50 per cent perceiving forensic patients as difficult to work with. There were high rates of uncertain responses with respect to specialty work life. In total, 78 per cent of responses considered experience of the specialty to be useful. Research limitations/implications – The method chosen to distribute the survey maximised response rate, but may have introduced a Hawthorne effect, as well as response bias, with the visual presence of the researcher. Participants were limited to those who attended teaching on the specified day. This could potentially skew results with an absence of opinions of non-attenders. It may be that characteristics and therefore attitudes and opinions of these two groups are different. A further limitation of the study is that opinions explored are limited to statements included within the survey. Practical implications – The current views may represent stigma, negative media portrayal and misinformed opinions. Action must be taken to increase understanding, interest and experience. Increased exposure to the specialty needs to occur. This could occur as early as high school, using case-study exercises and career sessions. Teaching sessions, summer school placements and elective opportunities should be made available for medical students. At post-graduate level, taster days as well as earlier access to rotations may be a way forward. Originality/value – Although entry into Forensic Higher Training remains comparatively competitive, the potential impact of vacant junior doctor (CT) posts within the speciality is concerning. This is likely to negatively influence recruitment into higher training, which may ultimately lead to decreased numbers of qualified forensic psychiatrists. Specialised care for such a risky and challenging patient group could thus be significantly compromised in the near future. Hence, it is vital to understand the current trend in order to act pre-emptively and address the underlying problems. To date no such research has been conducted.

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