The experiences of becoming a general practice registrar: a qualitative study

Cornford, C. and Carrington, B. (2007) The experiences of becoming a general practice registrar: a qualitative study. Education for Primary Care, 18(2), pp. 140-148.

Abstract

WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN IN THIS AREA • General practice is thought by junior doctors to represent a compromise between the more desirable work in hospitals and a life outside. • Known stresses include preparation for exams, family and job conflict and relationships with patients. WHAT THIS WORK ADDS • Becoming a GP registrar involves coping with gaps in knowledge and skills, feelings of isolation and poor self-confidence. • Good relationships with trainers, feeling part of the practice organisation and peer support outside the practice are important. SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE RESEARCH • Further research is needed on the experiences of registrars from different ethnic groups, the experiences of new GPs and the experiences of trainers.

• Item Type: Articles
• Additional Information: 07/08-1
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Carrington, Prof Bruce
• Authors: Cornford, C., and Carrington, B.
• College/School: College of Social Sciences > School of Education
• Journal Name: Education for Primary Care
• ISSN: 1473-9879 1475-990X