Demystifying appraisal and revalidation with Doctors Appraisal Consultancy

Confused about appraisals and revalidation? You’re not alone. Applying for job licenses can feel like a minefield, with hoops to jump through and endless forms to fill in. But there’s no need to be concerned. With dedicated help, you can save time (and energy!) and be supported every step of the way.

Read on for our complete guide to appraisals and revalidation where we answer your FAQs and share how you can access professional expert-led advice.

Why are appraisals important?

Appraisals are not just a mandatory tick box. They are also an excellent opportunity to reflect on your past year as a healthcare professional and to develop your knowledge and abilities. In fact, 91% of GPs stated that their appraisal was useful for promoting quality improvement in their work. A further 89% reported it beneficial to their personal and professional life. By analysing your individual practice and performance, you can identify any learning needs to help you become a better doctor and provide better patient care. 

88% of GPs said their appraisal was useful for improving patient care

Your appraiser’s perspective can also be very helpful in outlining any opportunities to improve as well as your achievements over the last 12 months. This judgement-free discussion is a valuable chance to voice any concerns, put feedback into practice and map out your future professional development.

With this in mind, it’s therefore important you know what’s what when it comes to keeping your license. Granted, it’s not always a simple process. There are several steps, sections and preparation work required to successfully complete a medical appraisal - resulting in a labour-intensive job that (let’s face it!) doctors just don’t have spare time for. However, there is dedicated support out there. Experts are available that can reduce this admin-heavy burden and guide you through the entire process.

At Locum’s Nest, we understand that healthcare processes can be rather time-consuming and stressful to complete. That’s why we’ve partnered with Doctors Appraisal Consultancy (DAC) to bring our users peace of mind and prepare you as you get ready to progress your medical career. DAC are our doctors’ appraisal provider of choice, with a friendly team of experts on hand to help you through the appraisal and revalidation process. 

In this go-to guide, we share everything you need to know when it comes to the appraisal and revalidation process.


FAQ 1: Medical Appraisals de-mystified

  • What is a medical appraisal?

  • What are the stages of the appraisal process?

  • Which cohort of doctors need to undergo a medical appraisal?

  • Is ARCP an appraisal?

  • Is the appraisal confidential?

FAQ 2: Revalidation explained

  • How many appraisals do you need for a GMC revalidation?

  • What does it mean if a ‘doctor is subject to revalidation’?

  • Does revalidation affect my specialist registration or GMC registration?

  • What do I need to do to prepare for my revalidation?

  • How do I find my ‘Designated Body’?

  • What resources are available if I don't have a DB connection?

  • I am a locum doctor, do I need to Revalidate?

FAQ 3: Your medical appraiser

  • Who is a medical appraiser?

  • About Doctors Appraisal Consultancy



Ready to get started?

Now that you understand what the appraisal and revalidation process consists of, it’s time to get organised. Doing so early helps to avoid any potential obstacles that might get in the way of your submission. Plus it allows you to reduce any last-minute panic and will give you the mental space to reflect and improve upon your skills as a medical professional. 

To ensure your appraisal and revalidation process is as swift and stress-free as possible we recommend getting expert advice to guide you through. This will save you precious time and help you gain peace of mind that each step is completed correctly.

Locum’s Nest is proud to partner with Doctors Appraisal Consultancy, a leading medical appraisal provider that helps hundreds of doctors to undergo the appraisal and revalidation process every year. DAC’s experienced team of experts are ready to provide dedicated support from arranging your appraisal to gathering your supporting information. They support doctors from a wide range of specialities and are regarded as one of the top providers in terms of value for money and personal service.

Whilst it may seem like a complicated process, with the right help, you can complete your appraisal and revalidation with ease. Find out more about Doctors Appraisal Consultancy and register your interest to speak to a member of the team today.

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