| Individual Placement Description | |
|---|---|
| Placement | General Surgery |
| Year | F1 |
| Region | North |
| Hospital(s) | Lorn and Islands District General Hospital, Oban Lochgilphead |
| Main Duties of Placement | Ward-based duties; seeing GP referrals, ward rounds and jobs. |
| Typical Work Pattern | Day shifts 0830 - 1630. 1:4 weekends. |
| Learning Opportunities | Ward-based teaching and tutorials. |
| Teaching | V/C to Aberdeen weekly and locally delivered sessions. |
| Unique Selling Points | Close working with consultants who are always helpful and easily accessible. Lack of middle grades gives many opportunities to perform practical procedures yourself. |
| It is important to note that this description is a typical example of your placement and may be subject to change. | |
