BACKGROUND: Few studies have examined the challenges faced by international medical graduate (IMG) registrars and their supervisors in the Australian General Practice Training Program. This study explored registrar and supervisor perspectives on these challenges. METHODS: Five IMG registrars and 10 experienced supervisors were interviewed between August 2006 and March 2007. RESULTS: Six themes were identified: language and communication, cultural issues, understanding the Australian health care system, clinical knowledge and its application, consulting styles and registrar support. DISCUSSION: Addressing the issues identified in this study can provide an easier transition for IMG registrars and help them reach their full potential.
BACKGROUND: Few studies have examined the challenges faced by international medical graduate (IMG) registrars and their supervisors in the Australian General Practice Training Program. This study explored registrar and supervisor perspectives on these challenges. METHODS: Five IMG registrars and 10 experienced supervisors were interviewed between August 2006 and March 2007. RESULTS: Six themes were identified: language and communication, cultural issues, understanding the Australian health care system, clinical knowledge and its application, consulting styles and registrar support. DISCUSSION: Addressing the issues identified in this study can provide an easier transition for IMG registrars and help them reach their full potential.
Authors: Caitlin Vayro; Ajit Narayanan; Michael Greco; Neil Spike; Jan Hanson; Ben Mitchell; Dale Hanson; Rebecca Stewart Journal: BMC Med Educ Date: 2022-06-24 Impact factor: 3.263
Authors: Ajit Narayanan; Caitlin Vayro; Michael Greco; Dale Hanson; Jan Hanson; Neil Spike; Pat Giddings; Ben Mitchell; Rebecca Stewart Journal: BMC Med Educ Date: 2022-09-10 Impact factor: 3.263