Can I ask my Responsible Officer to defer my revalidation?
· 21.04.2023 · 08:45:00 ··· ··· Friday ·· 5 (5)
Medical Appraisals Can I ask my Responsible Officer to defer my revalidation?
Content: Mythbusters - RCGP
Only your responsible officer (RO) can decide if your revalidation date should be deferred. It is possible that the RO will decide to tell the GMC you are failing to engage with revalidation, if you have not engaged enough with the appraisal process, or taken appropriate opportunities to ensure that you are ready for revalidation.
Deferral is a neutral act and is normally used in circumstances where more time is needed to demonstrate your continued competence. Your existing licence to practise will continue. This will allow you additional time to meet the GMC requirements for supporting information in full, or for a local process to be completed.
If you feel that your revalidation date should be deferred, for any reason, you should discuss your options and the reasons why with your appraiser and RO at the earliest opportunity. This will help to demonstrate that you are engaged with the process.
This channel is a great place for content on GMC appraisal and revalidation for doctors and designated bodies. If you are a doctor or a designated body and looking for a doctor appraisal or a medical appraiser as part of the GMC requirements, feel free to get in touch. We also offer guidance on a Suitable person or Responsible officer requirements.
For more information and for help/support for a medical appraisal, please visit Medical Appraisals at https://medicalappraisals.org.uk/
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