40% of doctors struggle to provide patient care due to staffing shortages – GMC
Inadequate staffing was the main barrier, with 72% saying it was a problem, down from 79% in 2023.
Over a fifth of trainee doctors hesitant to escalate patient care – GMC
The survey asked about escalation of care, with 79% of trainees saying they never felt apprehensive, but 21% had hesitated at least once in the past year.
GMC approves 36 associate training courses, strengthening healthcare workforce standards
The move means that patients, employers and colleagues can be assured that PAs and AAs have the required knowledge and skills to practise safely once they qualify.
