Podiatry How things have changed David Shields Head

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Podiatry How things have changed. David Shields Head of Podiatry and Orthopaedic Triage IOW

Podiatry How things have changed. David Shields Head of Podiatry and Orthopaedic Triage IOW NHS Trust

 • How training has changed • Fit for Practice?

• How training has changed • Fit for Practice?

How training has changed • • 2 year Diploma in Chiropody 3 year Diploma

How training has changed • • 2 year Diploma in Chiropody 3 year Diploma in Podiatric Medicine 3 / 4 year Degree in Podiatry (BSc Hons)

“They don’t make them like they used to”

“They don’t make them like they used to”

1970’s • Move from 2 year to 3 year Diploma • Introduction of L

1970’s • Move from 2 year to 3 year Diploma • Introduction of L A as standard part of training

1980’s • Move from Diploma in Chiropody • Diploma in Podiatric Medicine

1980’s • Move from Diploma in Chiropody • Diploma in Podiatric Medicine

1990’s • Introduction of Degree in Podiatry • BSc Hons • POM

1990’s • Introduction of Degree in Podiatry • BSc Hons • POM

2000 • Regulation changes from • CPSM- • HPC

2000 • Regulation changes from • CPSM- • HPC

Fit for Purpose • • • Safe Competent Working within Knowledge base/ own limits/experience

Fit for Purpose • • • Safe Competent Working within Knowledge base/ own limits/experience

Expectations now • • Treatment plans Care Pathways Audit Reflective practice Evidence based practice

Expectations now • • Treatment plans Care Pathways Audit Reflective practice Evidence based practice Clinical governance Assessment clinics

Demands of the NHS Today • Specialist clinics • MPTT • General Podiatry

Demands of the NHS Today • Specialist clinics • MPTT • General Podiatry

Fit for Practice • • • CPD/ Maintenance of registration Audit Clinical Governance

Fit for Practice • • • CPD/ Maintenance of registration Audit Clinical Governance

“They don’t make them like they used to” Just as well they don’t!!!!!!!

“They don’t make them like they used to” Just as well they don’t!!!!!!!

WHAT HAS CHANGED? • • • Specially trained Podiatrists Specialist clinics Multidisciplinary clinics Special

WHAT HAS CHANGED? • • • Specially trained Podiatrists Specialist clinics Multidisciplinary clinics Special education sessions Specific lower limb assessment clinics

Services Provided on the Island • • • Routine care Biomechanics / Gait analysis

Services Provided on the Island • • • Routine care Biomechanics / Gait analysis Nail surgery Diabetic lower limb screening in GP surgeries Multidisciplinary foot ulcer clinic at Diabetes centre • Specialist footwear clinic • Education sessions for people with Diabetes

Expectations now • • Treatment plans Care Pathways Audit Reflective practice Evidence based practice

Expectations now • • Treatment plans Care Pathways Audit Reflective practice Evidence based practice Clinical governance Assessment clinics

What do I look for in new graduates? • • • Have they done

What do I look for in new graduates? • • • Have they done their homework? Are they genuinely wanting to work here? Are they a team player? Ability to show willingness to learn Not too cocky! Inquisitive but not intrusive.

Additional points • Awareness of NHS • What have you achieved in your studies

Additional points • Awareness of NHS • What have you achieved in your studies that you can to share. • Team player- evidence this • Leadership qualities • Have any questions that you need to know before committing to the organisation

Thank You Any Questions

Thank You Any Questions