The BPT Networks
Each network is a group of training sites (comprising of metropolitan, outer-metropolitan and rural training sites) that operate together as part of a combined training program. There are eleven Basic Physician Training networks in NSW. These networks are endorsed by College, Health Department and Health Services and are supported by governance structures and dedicated staff. Each network has the same structure, including an NGC (Network Governance Committee) and specific network staff.
Each network has a Network Director of Physician Education (NDPE), an Education Support Officer (ESO) and each training site has one or more Directors of Physician Education (DPE).
For information on individual networks, contact the relevant network staff:
| Network | Network Composition | Network Director of Physician Training | Education Support Officer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord | Concord, Canterbury, Blue Mountains, Tweed Heads | Dr Anthony Linton Anthony.Linton@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Angeline Donald P: 02 9767 8469 SLHD-ConcordBPT@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Nepean | Nepean, Ryde, Bathurst*, Tweed Heads | Dr Grant Shalaby P: 0421 905 500 Grant.Shalaby@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Helen Wurth P: 02 4734 2346 Helen.Wurth@health.nsw.gov.au |
| East Coast Medical | Prince of Wales, Sydney, Royal Hospital for Women, Port Macquarie, Shellharbour, Lismore | Dr Paul Hamor P: 02 9382 2251 Paul.Hamor@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Adele Roberts P: 02 9382 8881 Adele.Roberts@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Hunter Regional | John Hunter, Mater Newcastle, Armidale, Belmont, Maitland, Manning Base Taree, Tamworth, Wyong | Dr Scott Jones | Ms Cheryl Brook P: 02 4985 5406 HNELHD-BPTNetwork@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Illawarra Medical | Wollongong, Shellharbour, Bulli, Port Kembla | Dr Elizabeth Clingan P: 02 4253 4883 Elizabeth.Clingan@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Shaynee Yarworth P: 02 4253 4883 Shaynee.Yarworth@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Liverpool | Liverpool, Fairfield, Tweed Heads | Dr Hari Nandakoban P: (02) 8738 8308 Hari.Nandakoban@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Kristine Soliman P: (02) 8738 3239 Kristine.Soliman@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Northern Sydney Coastal | Royal North Shore, Gosford, Northern Beaches, Lismore | Dr Adrian Lee P: 02 9463 1288 NSLHD-NSCBPTNetwork@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Kerrie Turner P: 02 9463 1288 NSLHD-NSCBPTNetwork@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Royal Prince Alfred | Royal Prince Alfred, Bankstown, Balmain, Dubbo, Bathurst,* Alice Springs | Dr Imre Hunyor P: 02 9515 7692 Imre.Hunyor@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Sue Alexander P: 02 9515 6306 Sue.Alexander@health.nsw.gov.au |
| St George | St George, Sutherland, Coffs Harbour, Shoalhaven, Wagga Wagga | Dr Gokulan Pavendranathan P: 02 9113 2644 Gokulan.Pavendranathan@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Jennifer Simmons P: 02 9113 2644 Jennifer.Simmons@ health.nsw.gov.au |
| St Vincent's South West | St Vincent's, Campbelltown, Wagga Wagga | Dr Sara Wahlroos | Ms Emily Dupont P: 02 8382 2934 Emily.Dupont@svha.org.au |
| Westmead | Westmead, Blacktown, Mt Druitt, Hornsby, Orange | Dr Andrew Henderson P: 02 9845 7970 Andrew.Henderson@health.nsw.gov.au | Ms Billie Bridges P: 02 8890 7945 Billie.Bridges@health.nsw.gov.au |
Evaluating Education and Training in the Networks
Term Evaluations
Each term, every trainee is required to complete a term evaluation form and submit it to their Network Education Support Officer. This feedback is important for ensuring that trainees are able to provide feedback on education, training and supervision within their network. Term Evaluation feedback is used by the Networks to make necessary changes to their training program.
Progress Review
Progress review forms are completed at the end of each term (four times per year) by the term supervisors. These forms provide each trainee with important feedback on their performance throughout the term and are used as part of their ongoing appraisal. All progress review forms are reviewed by the Network Director of Physician Training.
The networks have adopted the RACP Ward Service Consultant Form.