Training activity information
Details
Present a case where a new or emerging technology or clinical intervention has been used for solid organ transplant
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Clinical case from local hospital, published case report or research study
Reflective practice guidance
The guidance below is provided to support reflection at different time points, providing you with questions to aid you to reflect for this training activity. They are provided for guidance and should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to provide answers to each of the guidance questions listed.
Before action
- What is the purpose of this presentation? How does it contribute to the knowledge sharing and adoption of new advancements within the field?
- What new technologies or clinical interventions in solid organ transplantation are you aware of? Do you have a specific case in mind?
- What information do you need to gather to present it effectively?
- What skills in researching, synthesising, and presenting information about new developments in transplantation do you hope to enhance?
- How will you learn to critically evaluate the evidence supporting the use of the new technology or intervention?
- What aspects of presentation skills (e.g., clarity, engagement) do you want to focus on developing? How do you feel about presenting to your colleagues?
- What resources will you use to research the chosen technology or intervention and the specific case (e.g., scientific literature, conference proceedings, clinical data)?
- How will you structure your presentation to ensure clarity and impact?
- Will you practice your presentation beforehand?
- What feedback will you seek from your colleagues after the presentation?
In action
- What specific aspects of the new technology or clinical intervention are you highlighting in your presentation?
- How are you structuring your presentation to effectively explain the technology/intervention and its application in the chosen case?
- What evidence or data are you selecting to support the use and outcomes of this new approach?
- How are you anticipating potential questions or areas of discussion from your audience?
- What key messages do you want your colleagues to take away from your presentation?
- Are you finding it easy to articulate the complexities of the new technology/intervention in an understandable way?
- How effective are your visual aids (if any) in supporting your explanation?
- What challenges are you encountering in presenting potentially complex technical information to a diverse audience?
- What are you learning about communicating scientific advancements to colleagues?
- Are you adjusting your language or level of detail based on the perceived understanding of your audience?
- How are you responding to any questions or comments raised during the presentation?
- Are you prepared to discuss the potential benefits, limitations, and future implications of the new technology/intervention?
On action
- What was the new or emerging technology or intervention you presented?
- What were the key features and principles of this technology or intervention?
- How was it applied in the specific case you presented?
- What were the outcomes or potential benefits observed?
- What are some of the recent advancements in solid organ transplantation?
- How can new technologies and interventions improve transplant outcomes or expand access to transplantation?
- What are the challenges and considerations associated with implementing new approaches in this field?
- Did this activity enhance your awareness of innovation in transplantation?
- How will you stay informed about new developments in solid organ transplantation?
- How can you critically evaluate the potential impact of new technologies and interventions?
- How will you contribute to the adoption and implementation of beneficial innovations within your practice?
Beyond action
- Have you reflected on the case you presented and the new or emerging technology or clinical intervention involved?
- Have you followed up on any further developments or outcomes related to the technology or intervention since your presentation?
- Considering feedback received during your presentation, have you re-evaluated your understanding or the way you communicated the information?
- Has researching and presenting this case enhanced your awareness of new and emerging technologies and clinical advances in the field of solid organ transplantation?
- How has this activity developed your skills in critically appraising new information and communicating it effectively to others? Has it influenced your approach to staying informed about developments in the field?
- How has this training activity contributed to your ability to appraise new and emerging technologies and clinical advances in the field of solid organ transplantation?
- Will the skills gained in research, critical appraisal, and presentation be valuable in future professional activities, such as contributing to service development or presenting at meetings?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 6 |
Outcome
Appraise new and emerging technologies and clinical advances in the field of solid organ transplantation. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Practice effectively in partnership with service users, other clinical specialisms and the wider multidisciplinary team in the investigation of solid organ transplantation and platelet transfusion. |