GP training capacity in East Kent - a research study

1. This research project was commissioned by NHS Eastern & Coastal Kent PCT (ECK PCT) as part of its clinical workforce development to look at reasons why there are comparatively fewer GP trainers and training practices in East Kent compared to other areas. ECK PCT wished to commission research to understand the current low level of provision among GP training and to use the research results to improve the provision of GP training placements in the NHS Eastern and Coastal Kent area.

2. The report summarises the findings of the various stages of the report, including the literature review, interview study, and survey and makes a number of recommendations.