Dental foundation year 2 training in oral and maxillofacial surgery units - the trainees' perspective.
Most dental foundation year 2 (DF2) training takes place in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) units. We did a survey of DF2 trainees in these units by telephone interviews and an online questionnaire to find out about their experience of training and their career aspirations. A total of 123 responded, which is roughly 41% of the total estimated number of trainees. Trainees applied for these posts mainly to improve their dentoalveolar skills (50%), and this was cited as the best aspect of the training. Most (81%) were on-call at night and this was generally thought to be a valuable training experience (77%), but 20% thought that it was the worst aspect of the job. Most did not regret taking up the post although the experience had caused 75% to alter their intentions about their future career; general dental practice was the commonest choice. In conclusion, trainees are generally satisfied with their training and these positions have guided their choices about future careers.
Specialist Trainee, Oral and Maxillofacial Unit, The John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford OX3 9DU, United Kingdom. Electronic address: drtwildan@gmail.com.
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D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D002321:Career Choice; D003625:Data Collection; D004497:Education, Dental / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010549:Personal Satisfaction; D013515:Surgery, Oral / Q000193:education*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D006113:United Kingdom