North Wales Faculty
Croeso / Welcome from the North Wales Faculty. We aim to provide the benefits of RCGP membership to colleagues closer to home. You are probably reading this because you already work in North Wales in where you are also most likely to be enjoying the beautiful beaches and fantastic countryside it offers. The North Wales Faculty covers an area stretching from Barmouth to Flint and is one of the smallest Faculties with 358 members, Fellows, and GP registrars.
Get involved
Upcoming events
24 October 2024
RCGP Wales - GP Training Adaptations for Neurodiverse Trainees
This session will raise awareness of ADHD amongst GP trainees and the potential issues they may face during training. This talk is suitable for trainers and trainees. It will focus on anticipating difficulties that may arise and practical solutions that could be considered to improve training.
06 November 2024
RCGP Wales - Joint Injection Wednesday 6 November 2024
This 1-day Joint Injection course is aimed at practitioners working with musculoskeletal patients who would like to improve their assessment, diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal conditions, including the role of, the theory behind and practical use of corticosteroid joint and soft tissue injections. The course is suitable for all skill levels. This is a highly practical course and consists of a series of short and punchy lectures in the morning, followed by hands-on demonstrations and supervised practice for the remainder of the day. If you are a novice or beginner, the team will teach you to safely offer Joint Injections. If you have previous experience, you’ll expand your knowledge and receive an excellent CPD update from Medical Skills Courses' expert tutors.
07 November 2024
RCGP Wales - 2-Day Minor Surgery Course (with DOPS)
This highly practical 2 day Minor Surgery Course is for primary care clinicians who would like to develop or improve their surgical skills, whilst learning to provide a safe, effective and modern community Minor Surgery service. The training is suitable for all skill levels, from novice to expert. The event begins with a series of succinct and entertaining lectures where we cover practical tips, useful advice, and all the key safety information you need. We also include step-by-step guidance around the practicalities of setting up your own service including the nuances of delivering minor surgery within the community. This is followed by supervised hands-on practice for the remainder of the two days.
Next Board meeting
Board meeting dates for 2024:
- Tuesday 12 November 2024, 19:00 at The Imperial Hotel, Llandudno (This meeting includes the AGM)
The Faculty Board is made up of local GP volunteers who provide local networking, education, and support for members in the area. We meet four times per year to progress local engagement activities and discuss issues pertinent to members, which are then fed back to Welsh Council and College Council. Local members are welcome to attend Board meetings and participate in these discussions – we are always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us develop our local engagement programme and to raise awareness of the demographic issues and needs of GPs and patients alike.
First5 Group
Having completed your training, the next step awaits! Join Dr Hayley Jones, the North Wales Faculty First5 Lead, for a complimentary exclusive learning experience designed specifically for First5s. These informal gatherings are about peer support, engaging evening sessions for career advancement, learning sessions, and networking opportunities. The evening begins with a meal, followed by an insightful talk from a guest speaker on a relevant topic. If you would like to be informed about future events please contact the Faculty office.
Local training and development
Fellowship
September 2024
Celebrate your outstanding career achievements and receive the recognition of your peers by applying for RCGP Fellowship - our highest grade of membership, and mark of excellence and recognition of your distinguished contribution to general practice. We have a Faculty Fellowship Committee to consider and support the nomination process, and you can find full details of applying for the Fellowship on our webpage RCGP Fellowship. Contact us if you are unsure about any part of Fellowship or want to know more about the process.
The Faculty actively encourages its members of five years' plus standing to consider putting themselves forward for Fellowship. We have a Faculty Fellowship Committee (FFC) within the Faculty who can offer advice and support through the Faculty office.
Mentoring
September 2024
Connect, support, grow: RCGP Mentoring offers an array of complimentary resources to help you navigate the mentoring process, supporting you in your role as a mentee or mentor and ensuring that your mentoring relationships are enjoyable and productive.
Awards and prizes
Annual Dr David Wood Memorial Student Bursary
The Faculty annually offers a chance for a student to attend the RCGP Annual Conference. This year's entry deadline has passed.
Prize draw: RCGP Annual Conference 2024 tickets
The Faculty recently awarded four Annual Conference Bursary tickets through a prize draw, each valid for two days. The recipients of tickets included an AiT, First5, Member and a Fellow.
Why attend the RCGP Annual Conference?
The RCGP Annual Conference is an event for GPs and practice team colleagues, showcasing the latest clinical and policy developments across the UK and bringing together an impressive range of inspirational speakers.
Whether you’re seeking to develop your clinical knowledge, connect with peers within our diverse community, or celebrate general practice and the vital part you play, our Annual Conference provides the ideal platform to re-energise and get inspired to continue working in our amazing profession.
Meet your Faculty
Faculty Officers
- Dr Tom Kneale, Chair
- Prof Peter Saul, Provost
- Dr Sioned Enlli, Honorary Secretary
- Dr Sonja Hofmann, Honorary Treasurer
Faculty Board members
- Dr Kavita Verma
- Dr Dulal Banerjee
- Dr Selena Harris
- Dr Nia Jones
- Dr Meleri Evans
- Dr Carwyn Jones
- Dr Tom Windsor-Lewis
- Jane Ford, Practice Manager Representative
- Dr Hayley Jones, First5 Lead
- Dr Kayode Makinde, Registrar Representative
- Dr Anna Mackenzie, Climate and Sustainability Lead
Faculty Board Vacancies
We currently have vacancies for the following positions:
- Board Members
- Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Representative
- LCARM representative
For more information, please contact us.
Contact us
RCGP North Wales Faculty
4th Floor
Cambrian Buildings
Mount Stuart Square
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF10 5FL
Telephone: 020 3188 7697
Email: nwales@rcgp.org.uk
Office opening hours:
Monday: 08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00
Your Faculty Support Officer is Angela Hodgetts.
Useful links
Thank you for your feedback. Your response will help improve this page.