A guide to the structures and processes (in Scotland) for the delivery of appraisal for revalidation purposes is provided at the bottom of this page, along with a cover letter from the Scottish CMO introducing it.
Doctors must evidence all of their clinical practice and any other relevant professional work that they undertake by providing supporting information. This is known as “whole practice appraisal”.
In preparation for their annual appraisals, doctors must provide supporting information to demonstrate that they are continuing to meet the principles and values set out in Good Medical Practice. [NB 2024 version to come into effect from 30 January 2024.]
The GMC has produced guidance regarding the supporting information for appraisal and revalidation.
Doctors may choose to bring additional supporting information to show that they are “up-to-date and fit to practise” such as that recommended by their Medical Royal College, but this is additional to the supporting information requirements for revalidation.
Please remember that the appraisal should include an opportunity for focused reflection on maintaining the personal and professional wellbeing of the doctor.
All of the documentation must be available to the appraiser at least two weeks prior to the appraisal meeting. The meeting may be postponed if the information is not available at that time, unless agreed otherwise by both parties.
New Medical Appraisal Guidance Scotland CMO letter Dec 2021
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New Medical Appraisal Guidance Scotland
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DL (2022) 36 Preparing for Appraisal for Revalidation Purposes
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Preparing for Appraisal for Revalidation Purposes
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