Surrey Training Hub logo

General Practitioner (GP)

Find out more

Role Description

General practitioners (GPs) treat acute and chronic illnesses and provide preventative care and health education to patients of all ages.

GPs' duties are not confined to specific fields of medicine, and they have skills in treating people with multiple health issues and are trained to treat patients with complex needs. They refer patients to hospitals and other medical services for urgent and specialist treatment. 

What can a GP offer to patients in a Primary Care setting?

General practitioners (GPs) treat all common medical conditions and refer patients to hospitals and other medical services for urgent and specialist treatment.

Registrable Qualification

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) recognised by the General Medical Council (GMC)

Additional Qualifications Required for Primary Care

  • Completion of a two-year foundation course in general training
  • Completion of a three-year minimum specialist training in general medical practice

Regulatory Body

  • General Medical Council (GMC)

Supervision Requirements

  • No formal supervision requirements once qualified as GP.
  • Good practice to have peer mentorship.

What can the Training Hub offer you?

Some examples and not limited to:

  • Access to GP Fellowship
  • Access to CPD funding in form of GP Development Fellowship
  • Mentoring for all stages of GP career
  • Protected Learning Time
  • Access to online courses and workshops on various topics
  • Tools and resources for improving communication and professional skills. 
  • Best practices and guidelines. 
  • Networking opportunities with peers and other healthcare professionals. 
  • Continued education and professional development opportunities. 
  • Access to the latest research and information. 

Useful Resources

HEE Primary Care GP

GP Fellowship Programme

Practitioner Health

Subscribe to our Newsletter

© Copyright 2024 Surrey Training HubWeb Design By Toolkit Websites