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Urology training in Wales

Introduction

Medicine in Wales has a long tradition of Urological training which is reflected in the current training opportunities available and excellent pass rates in the FRCS (Urol) examination. Training in South Wales is administered through the Wales Deanery with centres located along the M4 corridor. Training in North Wales is administered through the Mersey Deanery.

Training Units	No. of Trainees (ST3-ST7)
UHW, Cardiff	4
Morriston Hospital, Swansea	3
Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport	2
Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant	1
Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend	1

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Welsh Urological Society

Urology in Wales is support by the Welsh urological Society. With over 20 years history the society has facilitated the development of Urological Practise and Training. Twice yearly scientific meetings provide an ideal forum for trainees to learn and present their research. The Welsh Urology website (welshurology.org) has a trainees section including a secure forum for discussion and is the route of communication between the trainees and programme director.

Key urology Contacts

Mr N Fenn Programme Director
Mr J Featherstone Trainees Representative
Mrs Elenor Williams, Specialty Manager, 029 20687480

In Service Assessment

Trainees are review on an annual basis by the Urology Surgical Training Committee (STC). All trainees will follow the new (2007) Curriculum and register with the ISCP to develop a portfolio showing progression and competence. In addition trainees are expected to sit the EBU in-service exam and take part in a mock viva day to ensure satisfactory progress through the syllabus.

Regional Urology Teaching

A compulsory regional teaching day takes place on the 2^nd Friday of each month. The sessions follow a rolling timetable with topics chosen to both reflect the new urology curriculum and prepare trainees for the FRCS (Urol) examination.

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The Professional Support Unit

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Services for Trainers

The Professional Support Unit can provide advice and guidance for trainers in a number of ways, including: Performance Leads for each Specialty School Clear structure for identifying and addressing...