Whichdeanery.com: A Useful Resource for Those Applying to T&O Specialty Training

Description

Amit Chawla, a registrar in Northwest London, presents a project called whichdeanery.com aimed at assisting core trainees or SHOs interested in applying for orthopedics. The free website compiles basic information about various UK training regions and promotes collaboration among trainees. The initiative was sparked by Chawla's own experience searching for regional data, revealing a lack of comprehensive resources. To assess trainee needs, a questionnaire was distributed, uncovering a demand for more information, with 72% indicating insufficient available data. The project collects objective criteria to help potential applicants make informed decisions and aims to expand its content to include specialties beyond orthopedic surgery. Post-launch, the website received significant traffic, and feedback confirmed it enhances trainees' confidence in their choices. Looking ahead, the project plans to incorporate details about less-than-full-time training and will expand its coverage to additional surgical specialties.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-221405

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