Training activity information

Details

Shadow a Reconstructive Scientist/Maxillofacial Prosthetist formulating  treatment plans for patients with head and neck cancer in the planned resection of the tumor and potential reconstruction and reflect on their role

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

Considerations

  • Reflect on their role considering;
    • Role of the Reconstructive Scientist/Maxillofacial Prosthetist in the multidisciplinary team and interaction and communication within the team
    • Interaction and communication with the patient
    • Patient specific treatment plans
    • Scheduling of treatment planning, management and time constraints
    • The range of treatment options
    • Planning for removal and reconstruction/rehabilitation
    • Importance of rehabilitation Transfer of the surgical plan to the operating theatre

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Explore the contribution of Reconstructive Sciences applied to oncology to patient care.

# 2 Outcome

Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Reconstructive Sciences applied to oncology.

# 3 Outcome

Describe the working practices of Reconstructive Sciences applied to oncology.

# 6 Outcome

Compare and contrast the practice of Reconstructive Sciences applied to oncology with other specialties.