You are currently using an unsupported browser which could affect the appearance and functionality of this website. Please consider upgrading to the latest version or using alternatives such as Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.
Voting for the new RCOG President is underway. The ballot closes at midday on Tuesday 7 June. Visit our election pages here

Sample weekly timetable for an O&G consultant

This page provides a specimen weekly timetable for a consultant in O&G.

Definitions:

  • CPD = continuing professional development
  • PA = programmed activity
  • SPA = supporting professional activity
Monday  
Morning Patient administration (1 PA; direct clinical care)
Afternoon Operating major inpatient list (1 PA; direct clinical care)
Evening Free
Tuesday  
Morning Audit (1 SPA; supporting professional activity)
Afternoon Delivery suite (1 PA; direct clinical care)
Evening Delivery suite 17:00–20:00 (1 PA; direct clinical care)
Wednesday  
Morning Free or private practice
Afternoon Antenatal clinic (1 PA; direct clinical care)
Evening Free
Thursday  
Morning CPD (1 SPA; supporting professional activity)
Afternoon Gynaecology outpatients (1 PA; direct clinical care)
Evening Free
Friday  
Morning Ultrasound scanning, alternates weekly with teaching (0.5 PA/0.5 SPA)
Afternoon Free or private practice
Evening Free
On-call 1:9  
Predictable (0.75 PA; direct clinical care)
Unpredictable (0.25 PA; direct clinical care)

Totals:

  • PAs: 7.5
  • SPAs: 2.5