West of Scotland Internal Medical and Core Surgical Trainees Buddy Scheme
The Buddy Scheme, established in partnership with the West Region of the Scotland Deanery aims to provide West of Scotland Internal Medical Trainees (IMT) and Core Surgical Trainees (CST) with a senior ‘Buddy’ at specialty Training (ST) 3-7 level who will be available for informal near-peer support and advice.
To join the buddy scheme, please email membernetworks@rcpsg.ac.uk stating your:
- Full name
- Training Grade
- Current Hospital Location
- Specialty or desired Specialty
You can view the full Terms of Reference for the Buddy Scheme here
Benefits for the IMT/CST
- Having an ‘older sibling’ who can be contacted for support and advice
- Avoid the feeling of being lost in a large training programme
- Developing a personal sense of belonging as a WoS trainee
Benefits for the ‘Buddy’
- Introduction to the role of educational supervisor
- Development of coaching / leadership / management skills, supported by educational seminars at the College
- Certificates of participation will be awarded