Radiation Oncology

How many years is the reg-programme?

• 4 years
• 5 years

How many years have you been in the reg-programme?

• 3 years
• Already completed

How many years did you work as an MO in the department before getting the registrar post?

• >5 years
• None

What relevant examinations did you do before getting the registrar post (i.e., in the field of your training)?

• Palliative care qualification (diploma or masters)
• None

At which training complex did you complete/are you completing your reg-time?

• University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
• Walter Sisulu University

What hospitals/complexes did you rotate through as part of your training programme?

• Greys
• Frere Hospital

What examinations were you required to complete during your reg-time?

• Part I, Part II, MMed
• Part I, Part II, MMed

How well did your registrar training programme prepare you for your examinations (1-5)?

• 3
• 3

How would you rate the teaching you receive(d) in your reg programme (1-5)?

• 3
• 1 – Consultant shared little academic knowledge. Mostly self-study. 

How would you rate your clinical exposure (1-5)?

• 4
• 5

How would you rate your department’s working environment when it comes to general support and morale?

• 3
• 1

For those coming after, can you recommend any suburbs/areas that are safe to live in and close to most of the hospitals where you have to rotate in your registrar programme?

• Chase Valley/Oak Park
• Stirling, Beacon Bay, Gonubie

Any final comments?

• I experienced an extremely toxic work environment amongst the doctors.