Using Technology to Facilitate Small Group Forming and Learning for PBSGL

Dr Jonathan Rial

Background
PBSGL is an innovative form of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for GPs.  The program initiated in Canada in 1992, moving to Scotland in 2005.  Over one-third of all GPs in each of these countries are a member of a PBSGL group (6000 & 2500).  PBSGL is a module based small group program involving 5-10 GPs facilitated by a peer who has had bespoke training.  The focus is to make evidence-based changes to practice.

 

Summary of Work
In 2010, I realised that PBSGL was not being used in England despite it being a well-researched and successful form of CPD.  I performed a small research study that was positively received and this led on to the development of Wessex PBSGL.  I have been working closely with Scotland and Canada to offer PBSGL to GPs in England.

 

Outcomes
I have developed a website to fully administrate the PBSGL groups. This includes the ability to book training, find groups, arrange meetings and also record and export your CPD.  This has proved extremely successful and since launch eighteen months ago we have grown to over 450 members in over 25 groups.  We are now running PBSGL groups as part of our Day Release Course which is equipping our trainees with the skills to facilitate their own learning, post CCT.

 

Discussion
I hope that this form of CPD will continue to spread within England.  I would like to share my experiences with others so that they may consider setting up PBSGL groups of their own.

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Conferences

Title Type
DEMEC 2015 Poster presentation
RCGP Conference 2015 Poster presentation

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