ST3 Application Preparation - General and Plastic
18th November 2026, 19:00 to 21:00 GMT
Overview
We are excited to announce the 2026 Core Trainee Forum ST3 Application Preparation Series.
With the increasing difficulty of securing training positions, and concerns around changes to self-assessment and prioritisation, these events aim to help prospective applicants navigate the busy application process.
This webinar will focus on ST3 applications for Vascular Surgery and Paediatric Surgery, with each specialty covered in a separate session:
- 19:00 to 20:00 - General Surgery
- 20:00 to 21:00 - Plastic Surgery
The sessions are aimed at doctors applying for Surgical Specialty Training, including Core Trainees, SHOs and Foundation Doctors.
Aims
These sessions will focus on the structure of the specialty application timeline, self-assessment and how to maximise your portfolio to help secure an interview.
The sessions will be led by recently successful specialty registrars and will consist of presentations followed by time for questions and answers.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar, attendees should be able to:
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Understand the ST3 application process and timeline for their chosen specialty.
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Identify the key self-assessment requirements.
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Understand how to maximise their portfolio to help secure an interview.
Panellists
Our panellists include:
- Miss Sophie O’Dolan, ST3 North East England (Moderator)
General Surgery - 19:00
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Miss Marium Quanine, General Surgery ST3 at West Midlands
Plastic Surgery - 20:00
- Miss Catrin Wigley, Plastic Surgery Trainee
CPD
CPD will not be awarded for attendance at this event.
Visit our FAQ for further information relating to webinar CPD.
Recording
A recording of the webinar will be made available on this page in the days following the live broadcast.
