Public Health Specialty Registrar Group  – North East England

The North East Public Health Specialty Registrar (StR) group brings together registrars from all stages of training. The group provides peer-support to all StR’s on the training programme and complements existing professional development and learning opportunities available through local placements or the School of Public Health.

Bi-Monthly Education Days

Every two months, all registrars are invited to join our in-person education days, which rotate around the region to maximise accessibility and showcase local variety. These days provide the opportunity for peer support with time allocated for registrar discussion of training experiences, recent projects or current challenges. Each day features external speakers that cover a wide range of topics, helping registrars to stay informed and inspired.

In addition, the education days regularly include time for the StR group to meet with the Training Programme Director providing the opportunity to discuss experiences and future opportunities.

Peer-support

The StR group believes strong peer support is essential, especially during the transition into Public Health training.  Our ‘buddy’ system pairs new registrars with existing registrars, and registrars at all stages of training are encouraged to form peer support groups (e.g., during exam revision).

System engagement

Registrars have the opportunity to take on additional roles that engage with the wider system, including participation in regional and national committees. These roles allow registrars to share their experiences and contribute to programme development and system-wide improvement

Key Achievements

• Wellbeing Day: The StR group recently organised a session dedicated to registrar wellbeing, resilience, and self-care. (insert link to more info)
• Cross-Deanery Education: Recently the StR group have organised collaborative education days with other deaneries, broadening learning and networking opportunities. (insert link to more info)
• EPRR Day: Education day focused on Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response – a first in the region. We heard from a variety of speakers who have had experience in dealing with emergencies and/or are involved in preparing systems to deal with future ones.