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Year 5 Student Doctors (Liverpool)

Year 5 Student Doctors (Liverpool)

Year 5 Student Doctors (Liverpool)

Year 5 is focused on preparation for practice, building on the learning developed in years 1-4, consolidating this knowledge, improving skills, and developing professional identity to become confident and competent Foundation Doctors in the NHS.

Students will gain experience in the assessment and management of patients in multiple healthcare settings.

In the first half of the academic year, Acute Block will allow exposure to the immediate and emergency management of patients presenting to the healthcare system

The Acute Block is a 20-week placement consisting of 5 x 4-week placements.

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Acute Medicine
  • Acute Surgery
  • Critical Care & Anaesthetics (2 weeks), Psychiatry (1 week) and FY1 Preparation (1 week)
  • General Practice

Following this, students will have an academic block encompassing the Medical Licencing Assessment (MLA). The MLA is a requirement for graduation in all UK medical schools. This is a two-part assessment which consists of a written applied knowledge test (AKT) and a Clinical and Professional Skills Assessment (CPSA) in the form of an OSCE. Students must pass both the AKT and the CPSA to graduate, as these are assessments for progression (AFP). In addition, the Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA) is a requirement for graduation (AFP).

Following the assessment period, the second half will focus on an FY1 pre-foundation apprenticeship (PFA) placement and a Selective in Advanced Medical Practice (SAMP) where students can further explore an area of personal interest before graduation. Both teaching and planning of placements is guided by the GMC’s Outcomes for Graduates.

The generic learning outcomes for student doctors in year 5 include the ability to:

  • Critically evaluate a patient’s various problems with a relevant, appropriate history and examination
  • Show logical reasoning and decision-making on options for management for common conditions
  • Develop requisite skills to undertake practical tasks in a safe and responsible manner
  • Prescribe safely while being aware of drugs’ risks and benefits
  • Evaluate patient outcomes and recognise when things do not go as planned. Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanisms to deal with and learn from adverse events.
  • Recognise the uncommon and know when to seek help
  • Help patients and relatives to deal with emotional distress
  • Work as an effective member of a team including taking leadership and sharing in decision-making
  • Communicate effectively with both patients and colleagues
  • Demonstrate the professional behaviours expected of a Foundation Doctor
  • Become familiar with using a professional portfolio to demonstrate progress

 

If you would like further information on the Y5 Curriculum please contact the undergraduate admin team on: Wih-tr.undergraduatecentre@nhs.net