Empowering & Embedding Locally Employed Doctors in UK Healthcare

Abstract

Recognising the changes in career pathways with the growth in the Locally Employed Doctor cohort who are diverse in their composition from the UK and International Medical Graduates at various stages of their working life and with a whole host of aspirations, BAPIO SAS & LED Forum designed and delivered the novel National LED Conference in Leicester in September 2022. This conference provided a collaborative platform to discuss and debate the LED doctors' aspirations and challenges with a spectrum of national healthcare leaders and stakeholders. The proceedings included keynote sessions, interactive workshops, and presentations on research and innovation. The LED Charter was unveiled at the penultimate session of the conference highlighting a framework for development and parity in experience and progression with other doctors. The delegates represented the true diversity of LEDs and system leaders from across the UK, including people of various nationalities and stages of their careers. The enthusiasm from people wanting to participate in future SAS and LED forum surveys and conferences will help us organise future events. The positive enthusiasm from people wanting to participate in future SAS and LED forum surveys and conferences will help us organise future events with greater enthusiasm.