Training

We have been a training practice for many years and are very pleased that all our team are involved with this. We are proud to say that we train GPs, (ST1’s, ST2’s and ST3’s) nurses, health visitors and counsellors as well as medical students and even paramedics. We very much enjoy training and three of our present partners were actually trained here.

As a practice training new GPs we are assessed every three years to make sure we maintain high quality clinical care for our patients.

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Each year a doctor who has already done at least three years of training after qualification joins our practice. It is then our privilege to give them their final training before they emerge as fully independent GPs. The GP training is co-ordinated by Dr Catherine Elliott. Dr Jane Pargeter is also a qualified trainer and specialises in teaching doctors who come to get extra experience in obstetrics and gynaecology in the practice. The doctors training to be GPs are known as Registrars and are generally very popular with the patients. Their presence also commits us to keeping up to date and contributes greatly to the practice.

For any further information on training please contact Dr Catherine Elliott (trainer), Dr Jane Pargeter, Dr Simon De Vos or Di Waller (Practice Manager). Registrars spend one day a week (Tuesday) at the local vocational training scheme in Banbury. For more information please see Banbury GP VTS website.

Dr Francis Bailey (previous GP Registrar): "This training practice was extremely good and will form one of the lasting good memories in my life. The environment encourages commitment and team spirit and I found everyone to be helpful and encouraging".

Dr Tanya Frankel (previous GP Registrar): "I found the practice team to be extremely warm, friendly and supportive".

Dr Jonathon Whittle (GP Registrar): "During my 6 months at West Street practice I have learnt a great deal. The practice is a very friendly and happy place to work. The environment for learning is fantastic. My trainer has been exceptional, always challenging me but never leaving me feeling unsupported. I have gained immeasurably from working here. The team spirit and commitment from all members of the practice make it a place that is pleasurable to work in and I will be sad to leave."

Dr Billie Gaydon: "As a GP returner, re-training at West Street Surgery has been a very positive experience. I have received outstanding support, teaching and encouragement from all the trainers as well as the members of the practice team. I would highly recommend West St Surgery to any prospective trainee or GP returner. The entire practice is committed to providing high quality teaching and training. I am very sad to be moving on."