"The other side of the table…': Early career gynaecological oncologists' transition from trainee to trainer.
consultants
gynaecology
professional education
surgical specialties
trainee
Journal
The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology
ISSN: 1479-828X
Titre abrégé: Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol
Pays: Australia
ID NLM: 0001027
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
02 Jan 2023
02 Jan 2023
Historique:
received:
30
06
2022
accepted:
04
12
2022
entrez:
3
1
2023
pubmed:
4
1
2023
medline:
4
1
2023
Statut:
aheadofprint
Résumé
The transition to consultant practice represents an important transition from the role of trainee to trainer. We used the theoretical framework of Threshold Concepts to better understand this transition by analysing data from a broader qualitative study examining the experience of early career Certified Gynaecological Oncologists (CGOs) in Australia and New Zealand. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with CGOs of <5 years consultant experience. Transcripts were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis, sensitised by the theoretical framework of Threshold Concepts. Seven early career CGOs were interviewed. Analysis resulted in the construction of five main themes related to the trainer role, each demonstrating characteristics of Threshold Concepts: 'Part of becoming and being a consultant'; 'Managing complex work environments and training responsibilities'; 'Optimising near peer relationships'; 'Recency informing evolution of training'; and "'Being responsible and letting go…' - the next transition." The themes offer insights into the areas of the transition to trainer that are troublesome, the impact of negotiating these challenges on professional identity formation, and the strategies used by CGOs to negotiate them. Using the lens of Threshold Concepts, these experiences can be normalised, and supported through efforts to facilitate the development of skills in reflection, feedback, coaching and mentorship.
Sections du résumé
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
The transition to consultant practice represents an important transition from the role of trainee to trainer. We used the theoretical framework of Threshold Concepts to better understand this transition by analysing data from a broader qualitative study examining the experience of early career Certified Gynaecological Oncologists (CGOs) in Australia and New Zealand.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
METHODS
Semi-structured interviews were conducted with CGOs of <5 years consultant experience. Transcripts were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis, sensitised by the theoretical framework of Threshold Concepts.
RESULTS
RESULTS
Seven early career CGOs were interviewed. Analysis resulted in the construction of five main themes related to the trainer role, each demonstrating characteristics of Threshold Concepts: 'Part of becoming and being a consultant'; 'Managing complex work environments and training responsibilities'; 'Optimising near peer relationships'; 'Recency informing evolution of training'; and "'Being responsible and letting go…' - the next transition."
DISCUSSION
CONCLUSIONS
The themes offer insights into the areas of the transition to trainer that are troublesome, the impact of negotiating these challenges on professional identity formation, and the strategies used by CGOs to negotiate them. Using the lens of Threshold Concepts, these experiences can be normalised, and supported through efforts to facilitate the development of skills in reflection, feedback, coaching and mentorship.
Types de publication
Journal Article
Langues
eng
Sous-ensembles de citation
IM
Informations de copyright
© 2023 The Authors. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology published by John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd on behalf of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
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