I am delighted to introduce the 2016/2017 Annual Report for Medical Appraisal in Scotland. I have been involved with the quality improvement process of the annual appraisal cycle since the introduction of revalidation and have been impressed by the year on year improvements made by NHS Scotland. These improvements are at an individual board level, with the governance processes for Appraisal being well embedded and the uptake improving year on year, leaving a sustainable system. There are also significant improvements to the appraisal system at a national level from SOAR and NES, who have continued to develop and refine systems as well as taking a very active part in supporting doctors and Appraisal leads in NHS Scotland.
Having completed the first cycle of revalidation, we need to look forward to further developing and enhancing our processes.
Having completed the first cycle of revalidation, we need to look forward to further developing and enhancing our processes. We need to support NES to continue their invaluable support to stakeholders in ensuring we have the highest quality appraisal process and access to the best educational and development support.
As a responsible officer, I am confident in the annual appraisal process and all of the quality measures that sit behind it, such as this annual report, high quality NES trained appraisers and a Responsible Officer Network. All of these quality and safety checks put NHS Scotland in an excellent position with regards to Appraisal and Revalidation. With regards to this year’s report, you will note that the format has changed, but I am pleased to see that progress has not; we continue to demonstrate improvements and a desire to meet new challenges. I would like to thank all those involved in Appraisal, not just the national team but clinicians and local teams who allow us, through this Annual Medical Appraisal Report, to celebrate real success in Scotland.
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