Should We All Have Mentors?
3rd February 2026, 19:00 to 20:00 GMT
Overview
Mentoring is a process we need to maximise, not just as an intervention for surgeons in difficulty or at times of crisis. Whilst it can be helpful in those situations, mentoring is for everyone. It's a method that is useful – essential, even- for the development of all surgeons, from the highest performers to those struggling, and all in between. It's especially useful during times of career transition, such as moving into a new grade or role, and is recommended by the GMC for doctors during these periods.
Aims
To raise awareness of the role of mentoring and its integration into personal development and learning.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar, attendees should be able to:
- Outline the role of mentoring in surgical practice and career development
- Differentiate between coaching, mentoring proctoring, sponsoring, training, supervision and patronage and how they relate
- Explain how mentoring can support resilience, work-life integration, and long-term career development for surgeons
- Formulate a set of Principles of Effective Mentoring for jobbing surgeons
- Plan strategies to establish trust and active listening.
Panellists
Our panellists include:
Lisa Hadfield-Law
Surgical Educationalist
Having spent 20 years in clinical practice and 20 years in surgical education, Lisa has been immersed in both cultures. She has mentored and trained mentors for more than 40 years.
Emma Stapleton
Consultant Otolaryngologist, Member of RCSEd Council
Emma is a full time clinical surgeon and an active mentor and mentor trainer. She also holds a Certificate in Coach and Mentor Supervision from The OCM.
Pragnesh Bhatt
Consultant Neurosurgeon and Deputy Director FST.
CPD
1 Hour
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Recording
A recording of the webinar will be made available on this page in the days following the live broadcast.
