Sample Question
Consultant Cardiology Interview
What are the challenges associated with setting up a primary angioplasty service?
The role of the PCT
• Appropriate commissioning of services with additional funding as required
• A commitment of long term support for the project
• Recognise the service cannot be brought in without the support of the funders
Infrastructure required
• Telecommunications
• Front of house organisation
• Catheter lab specification
• Post procedure recovery beds
Pre Hospital Mechanisms
• Education of primary care providers
• Organisation of ambulance service
Staffing considerations in the hospital
• Appreciation of on call team required
• Knock on effects on daytime staffing
• Junior doctor rotas
• Consultant work pattern and training issues
Pitfalls to avoid
• Do not assume it is 'all about you' as the Cardiologist
• Do not get diverted into technical aspects of the procedure or the benefits of the treatment