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This page brings together practical guidance and FAQs to support appraisers and appraisees through appraisal and revalidation.
The questions reflect real issues that arise in everyday practice, from engagement and sign-off delays to feedback requirements, conflicts of interest and governance concerns.
If you can’t find what you need here, please contact the Wessex Appraisal team - we’re always happy to help.
FAQs
Useful Links
RCGP Appraisal Deep Dive
This guide to your appraisal outlines what's expected of you for your appraisal portfolio and discussion and how to make the most of your appraisal.
RCGP Myth Busters
From the RCGP addressing some of the common misunderstandings about Appraisal and Revalidation to help you get the most out of every appraisal.
AoMRC Medical Appraisal FAQs
Academy of Medical Royal Colleges. If you have any questions, these FAQs may help.
BMA Medical Appraisals
The BMA overview of what a medical appraisal is and the stages of the process.
Newsletters
Our latest newsletters deliver concise, relevant updates. Stay informed with expert insights, regulatory developments and practical guidance you can act on.
Appraisal Matters: January 2026
- Support group drop ins
- Appraisals over 28 days
- Feedback guidance
- Website revision
- more...
Appraisal Matters: December 2025
A festive edition featuring a GMC revalidation quiz, reflections on appraisal successes and challenges, wellbeing support for appraisers, upcoming support meetings, and seasonal celebrations across the Wessex appraisal community.
Professional Standards and Guides for Appraisals
The standards and guidance that underpin all our medical appraisals across the UK - and internationally - are GMP 2024 (Good Medical Practice) and MAG 2022 (Medical Appraisal Guide).
Together, they define the professional standards expected of doctors and the framework through which appraisal supports reflection, development and revalidation.
Good Medical Practice, 2024
GMP 2024 sets out the core principles, values and standards expected of all registered doctors, physician associates and anaesthesia associates.
It provides an ethical framework to support safe, high-quality patient care, while making clear that professionals must use their judgement to apply these standards in their day-to-day practice.
Medical Appraisal Guide, 2022
MAG 2022 sets out a proportionate, flexible framework for medical appraisal, replacing the temporary Appraisal 2020 process introduced during COVID-19.Shaped by feedback from doctors, it restores a more formative, developmental focus, reduces unnecessary documentation, and encourages discussion of health and wellbeing where appropriate.
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