Publications and Flexible Working Toolkits

Vascular surgeons care for people with diseases of the blood vessels, often in emergencies. Their work also includes advice, follow-up, teaching and travel between hospitals. Job plans may not reflect all these demands. This editorial proposes a practical approach to reviewing consultants’ work throughout their careers. Changes could include more predictable hours, recovery after night work, support on returning from leave or time for teaching and leadership. Plans should protect patient care and training, with clear cover and review arrangements. The toolkit’s effects on staff retention and patient outcomes still need to be assessed.

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On behalf of the Workforce and Education Committees, Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland Vascular services depend on specialty and specialist (SAS) doctors, including specialty doctors, specialist-grade doctors and associate specialists, and on locally employed doctors (LEDs). Their roles and ambitions are diverse. Some wish to maintain expertise within an established scope; others seek wider responsibilities, a senior appointment or specialist registration through the Portfolio pathway. Unlike doctors in approved national training programmes, they may not have consistent access to specialty-specific supervision, assessment and career planning.

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To view the enhanced development review annual record look HERE