Performance assessments as part of an investigation or hearing

Performance assessments are carried out to assess your professional performance as a doctor and obtain an independent opinion on your fitness to practise. They can be directed by:

  • the GMC, to support an investigation into your fitness to practise
  • an MPTS tribunal, to gather evidence for a review hearing.
Why you need to read this guide
If we’ve asked you to have a performance assessment, or if you want a better understanding of our processes, this guide will walk you through what to expect.
  1. Summary
  2. What is a performance assessment?
  3. When will you be assessed?
  4. Who will assess my performance and what information will they be given?
  5. How will you be assessed?
  1. What will your assessment consist of?
  2. What happens after the assessment?
  3. Do you need to prepare?
  4. What support is available?
  5. What if you cannot attend the assessment or refuse to cooperate?
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