Dr Rubab Khalid: July 2020

Mrcog exam modules rcog clinical governance teaching statistics

This blog post provides an outline of Modules 2 and 3. These are very important topics tested frequently in MRCOG exams. As these two modules are closely related so it is best to cover these together. Most of the exam candidates find themselves lost while thinking about these dry topics. It is very important to understand the basic principles which can be applied to ANY clinical scenario

As I always advise the first step is to have a look at the details of modules on the RCOG website which will clarify what are you expected to demonstrate under these modules
The best source for these modules is StratOG. It provides the most authentic information and can be subscribed by visiting this page StratOG Home
You should first collect all the reading material and arrange/compile it as it suits your study needs
The following tables may help you to collect and organize your study material in one place
If you use gadgets (iPad/Laptop/Smartphone) its easier to arrange but if you prefer hard copies, you can get the printouts and arrange them as per your convenience
I would suggest making ONE big folder and you can name it "Clinical Governance, Teaching & Statistics"
Then make sub-folders based on the following outline. This will ensure that you do not miss any topic
For each topic, you can make a ‘NOTE’ file which should be a summary of the points taken from all resources
The format of your notes is very important. It should be concise and easy to retain information
Keep practising SBAs and EMQs from different sources as these topics are tested in a variety of ways. You need to focus on EACH and EVERY word in the question to get the right answer
I have made an outline just to give an idea about how these topics can be covered. If you find some topic is missing kindly modify your list

I hope you find this compilation helpful and that it saves you precious time. Suggestions to improve future posts are welcome.

Thanks

Module 2: Teaching, Appraisal and Assessment Details RCOG

Teaching Role of clinical teacher Recent trends in Medical Education Principles of Adult Learning
TOG	The teacher, the learner and the method 2010 The key features of highly effective training units in ob/gyn 2020 Giving effective feedback in medical education 2017 Spotlight on education 2017 Providing an obstetric teaching programme in resource poor country 2014 Making simulation stimulating-how to set up a simulation workshop 2011 How can recruitment be improved in ob / gyn 2010 A guide to ATSM in Medical Education Article 1 - Principles of teaching and learning 2009 Article 2 - Assessment, feedback and evaluation 2010 Article 3 - Teaching and assessment in clinical setting 2010 Article 4 - Quality assurance and research in medical education 2010
Dr Tom	Education Answer
EMQ	Teaching Methods
Appraisal
TOG	A practical guide to appraisal and revalidation 2018
RCOG	Supporting information for appraisal and Revalidation: Guidance for Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Revalidation	Conducted by GMC to confirm that a doctor can retain license to practice in UK. Done every 5 years. GMC Website Link: Click Here
Assessment
TOG	Workplace-based assessment: a new approach to existing tools 2014
StratOG	RCOG eLearning Workplace Behavior and Skills tutorial on: Improving workplace behavior Step Up RCOG Communications Skills module
Mentoring
RCOG	RCOG eLearning case study on Leadership and Management Royal College of Mentorship and Support
Reflective Practice
TOG	Clinical Reflective Practice 2020
GMC	The reflective practitioner
Miscellaneous
TOG	Managing burnout in obstetrics and gynaecology 2019 The relevance of non-technical skills in ob/gyn 2013 Bullying in workplace-recognition and management 2012

Module 3: Information Technology, Clinical Governance & Research Details RCOG

Clinical Governance Main things to focus on are Quality improvement within a framework Patient Safety Consent Ethics Confidentiality Risk management Audit cycle Dealing with complains/legal matters Developing & applying clinical guidelines
TOG	The value of obstetric surveillance systems within NHS 2013 Implementation Strategies - moving guidance into practice 2013 What have maternity networks ever done for us? 2012 A practical guide to quality improvement 2017
CGA	Improving Patient Safety: Risk Management for Maternity and Gynaecology CGA 2 Presenting Information on Risk CGA 7 Understanding Audit CGA 5
Good Practice Guidance	Maternity Dashboard GP 7 Responsibility of Consultant On-Call GP 8 Gynaecology: Emergency Services Standards of Practice and Service Organization GP 9 Labour Ward Solutions GP 10 Improving Patient Handover GP 12 Reconfiguration of women's services in UK GP 15
Kindly go through the blog post which covers this topic along with explanations: Click Medical Law and Ethics
Consent
TOG	Understanding the Mental Capacity Act 2005 2010 Consent in Clinical Practice 2015 Medico-legal update on consent 'The Montgomery Ruling' 2016 Decision making framework in gynaecology for patients who lack mental capacity 2018
RCOG	Obtaining valid consent CGA 6 Obtaining valid consent for complex gynaecological surgery CGA 6b Obtaining Valid Consent to Participate in Perinatal Research CGA 6a
BlogPost	Consent Advice: Risk Figures Compilation
Legal Issues
TOG	Litigation in Gynaecology 2014 Dealing with serious incident requiring investigations in ob/gyn 2014 Surrogate Pregnancy: ethical and medico-legal issues in modern obstetrics 2013 Tackling female genital mutilation in the UK 2017
Research
TOG	A guide to RCOG Advanced Professional Module in Clinical Research 2018 A Practical introduction to medical statistics 2014 Participation in research as means of improving quality care 2015
RCOG	Understanding Audit CGA 5
Assessing evidence
TOG	The art of reviewing a paper 2014

Friday, July 03, 2020

MODULE 2-3: TEACHING-APPRAISAL-CLINICAL GOVERNANCE-RESEARCH