Medical Appraisals for Doctors
Medical appraisals for doctors
Annual medical appraisal for consultants, SAS doctors, GPs, locums, trainees and international medical graduates working in the UK. Meet your appraiser at our Manchester centre or by secure video call.
Medical appraisal in Manchester
Every licensed doctor in the UK takes part in an annual appraisal. It is a structured, confidential discussion with a trained appraiser about your practice, development and wellbeing. Your appraisals support revalidation, which normally takes place every five years on the recommendation of your Responsible Officer (GMC: revalidation).
Doctors we work with
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Consultants
NHS, private or mixed practice.
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SAS doctors
Specialty doctors and associate specialists.
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GPs
Partners, salaried, portfolio and locum GPs.
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Locum doctors
Including advice for doctors working out how to connect to a Responsible Officer or Suitable Person.
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Trainees
Doctors who need independent appraisal support outside ARCP.
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International medical graduates
Help with UK appraisal expectations and presenting overseas CPD.
Supporting information
Your appraisal reviews the supporting information the GMC expects doctors to collect and reflect on (GMC: supporting information for appraisal and revalidation):
- Continuing professional development
- Quality improvement activity
- Significant events
- Feedback from colleagues
- Feedback from patients or those you provide medical services to
- Review of complaints and compliments
We also review your previous Personal Development Plan (PDP), agree a new one, and talk about wellbeing and workload.
How your appraisal works
- Book. Choose in person at our Manchester centre or a secure video call. We send a preparation checklist.
- Prepare your portfolio. Gather your supporting information and previous PDP, ideally at least 5 working days before your meeting.
- Pre-appraisal review. Your appraiser reads your supporting information before the meeting.
- The appraisal meeting. Usually 60 to 90 minutes, in a confidential setting.
- Summary and PDP. Your appraiser writes the appraisal summary and agrees your new PDP with you.
- Submission. We help you submit the outputs to your Responsible Officer.
Appraisal fees
| Option | Fee | Includes |
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| Remote | £325 | Pre-appraisal pack, appraisal by secure video call, written summary and PDP |
| In person | £380 | As above, face to face at our Levenshulme centre, with refreshments |
| Locum or IMG package | £350 | Remote or in person, plus Responsible Officer guidance, overseas CPD mapping, portfolio gap guidance and a revalidation checklist |
Group or organisational rates are available. Short-notice appointments may carry an additional fee.
Our appraisals team
Our appraisal service is led by Dr Mohammed Kamara, Lead Appraiser. Meet the appraisals team.
Book your appraisal
Tell us your grade, specialty, preferred format (in person or remote), preferred dates and your revalidation date. We will call you to arrange your appraisal. A fee is only charged once we agree the booking.
Talk to us
Call 0161 564 6162 or 07447 183842, or email training@plabguide.co.uk (courses) or info@plabguide.co.uk (general and hire). Office hours Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm.
Frequently asked questions
Who do you provide appraisals for?
Licensed doctors working in the UK, including consultants, SAS doctors, GPs, locums, trainees and international medical graduates.
Can I have my appraisal remotely?
Yes. You can meet your appraiser by secure video call or in person at our centre in Levenshulme, Manchester.
How much does an appraisal cost?
£325 for a remote appraisal, £380 in person, or £350 for our locum and IMG package. All include the pre-appraisal pack, the meeting, a written summary and your Personal Development Plan.
What supporting information do I need?
The GMC's six types: continuing professional development, quality improvement activity, significant events, feedback from colleagues, feedback from patients, and a review of complaints and compliments, plus your previous PDP.
How long does the appraisal meeting take?
Usually 60 to 90 minutes. Please send your supporting information at least 5 working days beforehand.
I trained overseas. Can my CPD count?
Overseas CPD can be included in your supporting information, and we help international medical graduates present it in line with UK expectations.