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Individual Placement Description
Placement General Surgery
Year F2
Region West
Hospital(s) University Hospital Wishaw
Main Duties of Placement

4-5 clinics per week.

Theatre half day per week.

Other times ward-based attached to two named Consultants.

Typical Work Pattern

In 4 months there are 2 weeks of nights split 4/3 and two or three weeks of 8am-9pm day-time on-call.

Learning Opportunities

In addition to above there are some opportunities for scopes.

Teaching

Formal teaching on Thursday (up to 2 hours).

Two full days mandatory regional teaching.

Unique Selling Points

Working with two named Consultants with continuity of care for patients.

It is important to note that this description is a typical example of your placement and may be subject to change.


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