Today's pay announcement from the government - based on recommendations from the DDRB - will be a huge disappointment to junior doctors across England, who have been working so incredibly hard during the #COVID19 pandemic in recent months.
New: "Guidance for flexibility in postgraduate training" has been published today! Nearly 2 yrs of work between @TheBMA, @AoMRC, @gmcuk, @NHSEmployers, @COPMeDUK.
It outlines how competencies can be accredited when changing specialties, or re-entering training from OOP.
There are many causes of distress in people with #delirium.
➧ Distress can lead to agitation.
➧ Agitation can lead to often inappropriate drug Rx.
Always ask: ⚡ WHY is this person distressed / agitated? ⚡
For those suffering deficits in memory, cognition and problem-solving, a sudden lack of contact with loved ones is likely to manifest in a more severe and unexpected manner, with far graver consequences https://t.co/klmAGjorbP
The lobbying of @TheBMA on this goes back as early as 2013, with further campaigns in recent weeks as #COVID19 threw into sharp relief just how unfair this was for HCWs risking their lives on the front line. To our international NHS colleagues: thank you. This is well overdue 💙
@adamgordon1978 @GeriSoc@JoPattinson2@barryjames86 Interesting that case selection is based on frailty score. Lends some weight to the argument for screening at the front door and may allow us the opportunity to see patients prior to surgery
A comfort to stand with colleagues from Ward 405 outside RDH today - sharing a minute’s silence to remember our colleague Norman - the sun was shining which seemed right for one who was a ray of sunshine too. Rest in peace. @UHDBTrust
*Breaking news*: confirmation from @gmcuk that doctors who complete CESR-CP will from now on receive a CCT.
JDC have long been lobbying for increased flexibility; this represents a step forward in recognising alternative training routes, and valuing an individual's experience.
🚨Clinical oncology ST3 interviews TOMORROW cancelled🚨
@NHS_HealthEdEng have informed us that after tonight's announcements by the PM, running F2F interviews are no longer possible, with immediate effect. Clin Onc applicants should have been contacted. Pls RT.
@BMA_JuniorDocs
NHS cleaning staff rarely receive any praise
But they do an incredibly important job and will help save many lives over the coming weeks, so please spare a RT for all of them
People in Madrid standing on their balconies and applauding in support of Spanish healthcare workers (sent to me by a friend living there)- great example of solidarity in these difficult times ❤️