Book Description

Achieving Consultant status remains the ambition and pinnacle in the eyes of most hospital doctors. The stakes are high, the competition is intense, and the selection process is discerning. It is important, therefore, that the interview process is understood, and that the commonly asked questions and pitfalls are examined in order to prepare meticulously. Despite the importance of this interview, it is probable that most doctors do not invest sufficient time and effort preparing for it.

In this comprehensive and easy-to-read book, the following issues are taken into account:

·         Recommendations with regard to preparation prior to application

·         Visiting the institution post shortlisting, the make-up of the interview panel and presentations

·         Behavioural traits to adopt and avoid during the interview

·         General principles for answers to commonly asked questions pertaining to factual knowledge, opinion and scenarios

·         A great portion of the book contains summaries of ‘hot topics’ with related questions, such as Primary Care Trusts, Foundation Trusts, Government targets, complaints and risk

The information and guidance given in this book will hopefully go a long way towards helping you with your interview preparation, equipping you with the right behavioural skills and empowering you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in your Consultant interview.

About the Author

Robert Ghosh is a Consultant Physician at the Homerton University Hospital, London. He is the Director of Intensive Care, Clinical Lead for Acute Care and Trust Lead for Clinical Audit. He graduated from Edinburgh University, and his research interests include the neuromuscular assessment of critically ill patients and prognostication in hypoxic brain injury. He has significant experience in interviewing for Consultant posts and has regularly provided guidance and advice for prospective interviewees.

Readership

Doctors - FY1, FY2, junior doctors, GPs, SHOs, SpRs, Consultants and senior management.

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Succeeding In Your Consultant Medical Interview Book Testimonials

'Offers a great insight into the interview process.'

Dr EA

'This book is concise, very focused and specific to the needs of the interview. Often, the time between shortlisting and interview is limited and this book is just exact for preparation within such a time frame.'

Dr GK