title: [A group coaching course supports professional development of doctors under specialist training].
abstract: A group coaching course for doctors under specialist training was evaluated. The course consisted of group coaching, theoretical presentations and practical exercises over a three-month period. The confidential forum of colleagues was of utmost importance, creating recognition and social support in contrast to the collegiate competitiveness of the workplace. The doctors found new ways of dealing with professional problems and acquired new communication skills. Further investigations are needed to decide whether group coaching should be offered to all trainees.
authors.affiliation: Anæstesi- og intensivafdeling, Aarhus Universitetshospital, Skejby, Brendstrupgårdsvej 100, 8200 Aarhus N. lydia-privat@stofanet.dk.
authors.forename: Lydia de
authors.initials: Ld
authors.lastname: Lasson
authors.forename: Eva
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Just
authors.forename: Bente
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Malling
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D003142:Communication; D003219:Confidentiality; D004503:Education, Medical, Graduate / Q000379:methods*; D006126:Group Processes; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D008611:Mentors; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D011231:Preceptorship / Q000379:methods*; D012944:Social Support