GP Returner and International induction programme

2026/2027 GP Returner and International induction programme

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Session	Scottish Medical Appraisers Conference sessions
02 (PC)	GP Returner and International Induction Programme [For Primary Care Appraisers] This session will explore the different pathways to GP registration and the practical steps required for doctors to be added to their local Performer List via the Returner and International Induction Programme (R&IIP). This programme supports doctors with a UK GP qualification who have been away from practice for 2 or more years or doctors who have an equivalent UK GP qualification who have never worked in the UK as a GP. We will discuss the implications for revalidation and equip appraisers with guidance on what to look out for when supporting this group of doctors during appraisal. Aims of the session: An overview of the different routes to GP registration in the UK An understanding of the R&IIP scheme and how doctors are supported through these programmes The role of appraisers in supporting doctors returning to practice, including practical scenarios and tips Guidance for appraisers on navigating these transitions, from a primary care perspective We hope this session will provide a valuable platform for sharing experiences, discussing current processes, and identifying areas for improvement in supporting doctors who have been added to their local Performer List via the R&IIP. Presenter: Dr Karine Newlands (Assistant Director, PSDS)

Session

Scottish Medical Appraisers Conference sessions

02 (PC)

GP Returner and International Induction Programme
[For Primary Care Appraisers]

This session will explore the different pathways to GP registration and the practical steps required for doctors to be added to their local Performer List via the Returner and International Induction Programme (R&IIP). This programme supports doctors with a UK GP qualification who have been away from practice for 2 or more years or doctors who have an equivalent UK GP qualification who have never worked in the UK as a GP. We will discuss the implications for revalidation and equip appraisers with guidance on what to look out for when supporting this group of doctors during appraisal.

Aims of the session:

An overview of the different routes to GP registration in the UK
An understanding of the R&IIP scheme and how doctors are supported through these programmes
The role of appraisers in supporting doctors returning to practice, including practical scenarios and tips
Guidance for appraisers on navigating these transitions, from a primary care perspective

We hope this session will provide a valuable platform for sharing experiences, discussing current processes, and identifying areas for improvement in supporting doctors who have been added to their local Performer List via the R&IIP.

Presenter:

Dr Karine Newlands (Assistant Director, PSDS)

Session summary:

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Returner And International Induction Programme: Karine explained the purpose, eligibility, structure and outcomes of Scotland’s GP Returner and International Induction Programme, including how doctors transition into appraisal after completing supported practice.

Appraisal Support After Return: the ways in which appraisers could help returning or internationally trained GPs adapt to UK practice was described, e.g. identify development needs and use evidence from the supported return programme during early appraisals.

Revalidation Date Responsibilities: a concern was raised that completing the returner scheme does not automatically reset a doctor’s revalidation date, and Karine and Iain clarified the division of responsibility while agreeing to investigate the issue.

Programme Funding And Practice Support: a question was asked about remuneration for doctors and funding for practices, and Karine explained that participants are on the same pay scale as GP Registrars while practices receive a trainer grant.

Returner Experience And Acknowledgement: an appraiser shared their experience of returning to practice after non-clinical medical-legal work, highlighting the challenge of repeating a registrar-like process for an experienced GP; Karine agreed that appraisal should recognise the difference between clinical and non-clinical absence.

GP Returner and International induction programme

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