Out Of Programme Experience and GMC registration

Dear Colleague,

Some guidance that I have just recieved in relation to the new IMG
regulations (see below). There is some caution to be voiced if you are taking OOPE and
your permit free period expires before your official return onto the
rotation. As ever, you need a Law degree to be absolutely sure!

Regards,
Shaz Wahid

Paul Streets, Chief Executive of PMETB, on the need for GMC registration during OOPE experience overseas:

“It would not be of concern to PMETB if this happened part way through the programme but we would need copies of any assessments/trainers reports, overseas registration details for the relevant period. However, trainees may not be able to reinstate their registration with the GMC on return quite so easily hence it may delay them taking up another post and the PGDeans may have something to say. However, if doctors went overseas in the final part of their programme they would need to return to the UK and have GMC registration before their CCT could be awarded. PMETB cannot award a CCT to anyone without GMC registration as the Order requires us to put their GMC registration number on the face of the certificate.”

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