Courses, Groups and Workshops

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Preventing Burnout Series Workshop 1: understanding burnout and how to prevent it

"The aim of these workshops are to offer you tools to develop and maintain a safer work/life balance in order to help prevent burnout. In this session we will be looking at the ICD-11 definition of burnout and how it presents in healthcare practitioners. We will look at the first key contributor to burnout: energy depletion and exhaustion. We will discuss sleep, self-care, living in line with our values and setting and maintaining boundaries. These workshops form a series but can be attended as standalone sessions. They are an informal, confidential space where we will use group discussion and psychoeducation to learn about how to protect ourselves from burnout. Sessions will be interactive and offered on Zoom. The sessions are facilitated by Dr Lisa Tyrer, a former GP and a practising CBT psychotherapist who supports healthcare practitioners experiencing burnout. Pre-course information will be sent out prior, and handouts will be sent to attendees after the sessions. Certificates will be available for attendees."

Thursday 19 Oct 2023 09:00 - 12:30

Venue: Zoom

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https://lasepgmdeevents.hee.nhs.uk/events/psu/9f9fa176-7e00-4bc4-afc7-160989168e8a

Burnout Series: Workshop 2-The Role of Negative thinking and Emotions in Burnout

"The aim of this workshop is to give you some tools to challenge negative thinking and avoid depersonalisation at work and home. In this session we will be looking at the ICD-11 definition of burnout and how it presents in healthcare practitioners. We will look at the second key contributor to burnout: depersonalisation, cynicism and negativism in relation to your work. We will be discussing the effect of automatic negative thoughts, thought biases and rules for living that take over in burnout and how challenging these can keep us seeing positives. We will also look at the effect of emotions on how we feel. These workshops form a series but can be attended as standalone sessions. They are an informal, confidential space where we will use group discussion and psychoeducation to learn about how to protect ourselves from burnout. Sessions will be interactive and offered on Zoom. They will be facilitated by Dr Lisa Tyrer, a former GP and an practising CBT psychotherapist who supports healthcare practitioners experiencing burnout. Pre-course information will be sent out prior, and handouts will be sent to attendees after the sessions. Certificates will be available for attendees."

Friday 10 November 2023 09:00 - 12:30

Venue: Zoom

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https://lasepgmdeevents.hee.nhs.uk/events/psu/af4f7102-1c78-4dde-b1c4-ce87b1c7e646

Burnout Series: Workshop 3- Understanding Perfectionism and Burnout

"The aim of this workshop is to give you a better understanding of how perfectionism impacts you and tools for reducing the negative effects including Imposter Phenomenon, anxiety and procrastination. In this session we will be looking at the ICD-11 definition of burnout and how it presents in healthcare practitioners. We will look at the final key contributor to burnout: reduced professional efficacy and the relationship between perfectionism and feelings of not being good enough. We will look at the good and bad sides of perfectionism and tips on managing the negative consequences of perfectionist traits. These workshops form a series but can be attended as standalone sessions. They are an informal, confidential space where we will use group discussion and psychoeducation to learn about how to protect ourselves from burnout. Sessions will be interactive and offered on Zoom. They are facilitated by Dr Lisa Tyrer, a practising psychotherapist and former GP who supports healthcare practitioners experiencing burnout. Pre-course information will be sent out prior, and handouts will be sent to attendees after the sessions. Certificates will be available for attendees."

Thursday 30 November 2023 09:00 - 12:30

Venue: Zoom

Please see booking link below:

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https://lasepgmdeevents.hee.nhs.uk/events/psu/58b5e1b0-66e1-4554-a82e-3c3d2e549a14

Dyslexia Peer Support Group

(Monthly on a Tuesday lunchtime)

This is an informal, confidential monthly online group facilitated by the PSU for dyslexic postgraduate doctors and dentists in training or supervised posts.

The sessions are not formal teaching workshops. They offer you a chance to connect with other dyslexic trainees, share experiences and resources, ask questions and seek support.

The meetings are not recorded.

Each session is 75 mins long and we ask that you stay for the full session.

You will need to have a working camera & audio, good broadband connectivity and access to use zoom on your device.

You can use this link to test your access to zoom: https://zoom.us/test

Dates for next few sessions:

14th November 1:30 - 2:45 pm

19th December 1:30 - 2:45pm

16th January 1:30 - 2:45 pm

Online Platform: Zoom

Please use the following link to register your interest so we can send you the zoom link:

For queries please email:

Neurodiversity.PSULondon@nhs.net

Developing English in Clinical Practice

For internationally-trained healthcare professionals practising in English as a second language

Fine tune your English to become a more fluent and confident practitioner

On this course you will work with specialist linguists to

•   review your existing English skills and develop new language learning strategies
•   consider cultural differences in professional communication style
•   explore the links between language, context and rapport
•   develop more natural-sounding, appropriately professional phrasing
•   discover new approaches and short cuts to linguistic progress, making use of workplace resources

*Please note, you are required to attend both days*

Thursday 25th January 2024 at 09:30-16:00

To register, please use the following links

Developing English in Clinical Practice (Day 1) - Thursday 25th January - 09:30-16:00

Developing English in Clinical Practice (Day 2) - Thursday 1st February - 09:30-16:00

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Stress & Examinations

This module is facilitated by an experienced CBT practitioner and provides an introduction to issues relating to stress around and during exams.

Simple techniques using CBT and other methods will be
introduced. Candidates who identify themselves as requiring further support may be signposted to self-refer to either MedNet or the PHP.

Thursday 28th September 2023 09:00 - 12:00

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Simulated Consultation Assessment – managing complexity and uncertainty

This one-day workshop is aimed at GP trainees at risk of failing the SCA and for those who have already failed. We cover approaches to complexity and uncertainty, including linguistics.

Tuesday 10th October 2023 09:30 - 16:00

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Specialist Clinical Communication and Linguistic Services (SCCLS)

A two hour virtual session for trainees from all disciplines who wish to develop skills for navigating challenging conversations with patients and colleagues, including preparation for communication skills exams. The session is led by an educator supported by a role player and linguist (where appropriate) who will develop bespoke scenarios according to the learner's needs.

Communicating effectively and confidently with patients and colleagues is key to providing an excellent health service and leads to increased professional fulfilment. Patients respond to and are satisfied by healthcare professionals and teams who communicate well.

Our sessions offer you the opportunity to:

Review communication challenges you face at work
Address your individual learning needs
Enhance your relationships with patients, families, carers and colleagues
Boost your confidence and career satisfaction

To book a session, please email:
CommSkills.PSULondon@nhs.net

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Presentation Skills for Clinical Practice

This is a one-to-one, virtual session with a specialist presentation coach, where you will be able review and rehearse an upcoming project presentation, MDT talk or other public speaking situation you are currently working towards.

During this 2-hour session you will have an opportunity to discuss the slides you are preparing, practise your delivery and learn tools and techniques that will enable you to present on the day with greater impact and increased confidence.

Input and feedback will be tailored to your needs, and will cover the following areas, as appropriate:

Structure (logical sequencing, coherence of core message)
Slides (layout, impact, PowerPoint techniques, communicative effectiveness)
Delivery (physical and verbal message)
Audience engagement (building rapport)
Assurance and poise (building confidence and dealing with nerves)
Language (style and accuracy)

To book a session, please email:
CommSkills.PSULondon@nhs.net

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Writing Skills for Clinicians

This is a one-to-one session online with a specialist writing coach, to help you improve your written communications with a focus on clarity and professionalism. This two-hour tutorial is an opportunity to work on real, redacted and anonymised examples of your own writing, including formal and informal emails, patient notes, referral letters and reports etc.

Input and feedback on your writing will be provided in the following areas as appropriate:

Structure (logical sequencing, coherence of core message)
Brevity (writing concisely cutting out redundant language)
Flow (connections between and within sentences)
Impact (writing persuasively)
Focus (purposeful and tailored to the reader)
Language (style, accuracy, and tone)

To book a session, please email:
CommSkills.PSULondon@nhs.net

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Exam Preparation Workshop

This is a multi-specialty course for doctors approaching professional examinations, co-led by education experts and doctors. Are you interested in improving your revision skills and exam technique? Do you need tips on understanding exam questions, or need a refresher on managing exam nerves? This workshop will offer you the opportunity to revisit how to revise and learn effectively, help you analyse and understand the construction of exam questions, as well as to try out different revision strategies. In a supportive environment and in discussion with peers, this workshop will also help you consider techniques for managing anxieties around exams.

Date TBC

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Assertiveness in Clinical Practice

This is a two and half hour workshop delivered via a virtual platform.

Session outline

1. This will be an interactive session. So some teaching with comments and questions in the chat, some breakout rooms of 2/3 people and some group sharing using voice.

a) Introductions (voice)

b) What is assertiveness - sharing the win-win approach to communication (teaching with chat interactions)

c) Basic technique (a bit of voice sharing with a couple of participants trying out the basics - OR a private breakout room experience with feedback for the group)

d) Self-esteem as a foundation to assertive communication. Getting attendees to share what they are good at! (breakout rooms).

e) Feelings (teaching with chat)

f) Boundaries (teaching with chat)

g) BEAR as a tool for dealing with boundaries crossed (group voice or breakout rooms)

h) Saying no and other techniques - testing the techniques against their scenarios (group voice or breakouts)

i) Lessons from Negotiation theory and avoiding conflict (teaching with chat interactions)

j) What will you do next - action planning (group chat/voice)

Friday 15th December

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Influence of Culture on Communication

This is a workshop which addresses the impact of language & culture on communication

Aims

To raise awareness of the ways in which communication is influenced by culturally specific values and sociolinguistic behaviours
To support participants in identifying and addressing individual challenges
To consider how intercultural competence can be applied in the context of clinical practice

To express your interest, please email:
CommSkills.PSULondon@nhs.net

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The Consultant Interview: Preparing for Success

This half-day virtually facilitated workshop is targeted to trainee doctors within 18 months of CCT. The workshop takes you through a series of practical steps to ensure you are well-prepared for the consultant selection process. The small group size - plus virtual breakout rooms - allows the opportunity to polish up your interview techniques and give and receive feedback on mock interview responses. The workshop aims to not only help you identify a plan of action to prepare for success, but also to gain the confidence needed for a compelling interview.

Wednesday 4th October 2023 13:30-17:00

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Tuesday 12th December 09:30-13:00

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Open MIC (Mock Interview Clinic)

This 2.5 hour virtually facilitated workshop is targeted to trainee doctors within 18 months of CCT. The workshop allows you to practise and receive constructive feedback on your responses to consultant interview questions from both your peers and expert facilitators. Mock interviews will be undertaken in a supportive, small peer group breakout room environment, to ensure you are well-prepared for the consultant selection process. The workshop aims to not only help you identify a plan of action to prepare for success, but also to gain the confidence needed for a compelling interview.

Tuesday 14th November 2023 10:00-12:30

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Thursday 18th January 2024 14:00-16:30

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AKT Exam Preparation

This is a workshop delivered via a virtual platform. The workshop aims to provide an understanding of the working of the AKT examination and how to prepare for it using the core objectives outlined below: To share a broad overview of the AKT examination in the wider context of general practice To help candidates appreciate how questions are typically constructed and presented To encourage candidates to find successful learning and revision strategies and to enhance their examination technique To highlight the impact of dyslexia and how the exam can accommodate this and other disabilities.

Dates TBC

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SRTT Workshop: From ‘impossible dream’ to ‘liveable reality’: A strengths-based approach to sustainable work life balance

No matter what stage of our careers, whether we are returning to training from taking a break or not, almost everyone will face challenges at these critical transition points. How we can effectively manage the demanding balance between being a productive and successful professional and having a happy and rewarding personal life is at the centre of this workshop.

Whether maintaining a healthy balance sounds like ‘the impossible dream’ or simply a goal you feel you are fairly close to but could do with some help to achieve, our workshop takes a group coaching, interactive approach with practical tools and activities to help you. Balance is different for everyone, so by using an explorative, strengths-based approach, you will come away with tools and resources that meet your individual needs and preferences.

Whatever your reason for taking a break from training, this half-day workshop will support you to define and sustain a healthier balance in your life both now and in the future.

Who should attend

This workshop is open to doctors and dentists across all specialities, from all stages of training, who are returning to training following a break. To maintain an interactive approach, there is a limit of 20 participants.

“Wonderful facilitators - so friendly and warm.”

“The facilitators delivered the course very competently with an interactive approach.”

“Thank you for your time you were very engaging and compassionate.”

Friday 10th November 2023 13:30-17:00:

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Monday 18th December 2023 13:30-17:00:

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Wednesday 13th March 2024 13:30-17:00:

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SRTT Workshop: Positive Intelligence for managing stressful transitions

This half-day virtually-facilitated workshop is targeted at doctors and dentists in training who are transitioning back to work after a period away from training, which may be causing increased levels of anxiety and stress.

The workshop is drawn from the evidence-based neuroscience and positive psychology of effective transformational change developed by Shirzad Chamine and his Positive Intelligence team. 

Who should attend

This workshop is open to doctors and dentists across all specialities, from all stages of training, who are returning to training following a break.

"This workshop will absolutely help with personal and professional development & I will recommend to colleagues!"

"Excellent workshop with a great blend of practice and theory to back that."

Thursday 16th November 2023 09:30-13:00:

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Tuesday 30th January 2024 09:30-13:00:

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Wednesday 27th March 2024 09:30-13:00:

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