Flexibility in Training

This engaging webinar explores the importance of flexibility in medical training and how it can be effectively supported and implemented. Chaired by Dr. Gill Tierney, the session brings together a distinguished panel to share insights and personal experiences:

• Dr. Jon Hossain discusses How HEE Can Support Flexibility, outlining the resources and strategies provided by Health Education England to enable adaptable training pathways.
• Dr. Martin King offers the ASiT View on Flexibility in Surgical Training, highlighting key perspectives and recommendations from the Association of Surgeons in Training.
• Dr. Alex Wilkins shares a personal account in LTFT and Shared Parental Leave: How I Did It... Challenges and Benefits, providing a practical perspective on navigating less-than-full-time training and balancing parental responsibilities.

The session concludes with a dynamic debate among the faculty, exploring the broader implications of flexible training in medical education. This webinar offers valuable insights and practical advice for trainees and educators alike, emphasizing the need for adaptability in modern medical training.