SIMG Assessments & Forms
The following forms and assessments are for active Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) on a pathway to General Surgery recognition via supervision or oversight.
For an overview on pathway to General Surgery recognition as an SIMG, please refer to the ‘General Surgery Pathway for SIMGs‘ section.
MALT FOR SIMGS
The use of the Morbidity Audit Logbook Tool (MALT) is mandatory for SIMGs under clinical assessment.
To find out more about MALT including procedure list and logbook approval process, visit surgeons.org/malt
Logbook
Forms
The following forms are for SIMGs under supervision or oversight:
MINI-CLINICAL EXAMINATION (CEX)
The Mini-Clinical Examination assessment is a workplace-based assessment tool aimed at promoting learning by providing structured feedback on performance within a workplace context, and includes a self-evaluation component which is used to assist in teaching, management and assessment of clinical skills.
DIRECT OBSERVATION OF PROCEDURAL SKILLS - DOPS
The Direct Observation of Procedural Skills – DOPS – is also a workplace-based assessment tool. DOPS is a concise, validated method of assessment, and aids a supervisor in observing a trainee conducting a procedure, and providing feedback about their performance.
Assessment Tools
Fellowship Examination
The Australian Board in General Surgery has compiled the following guide on preparing for the Fellowship Examination, covering the following areas:
- Structure and marking
- Tips on preparing for the written exam
- Tips on preparing for the vivas