Revalidation
Periodical reassessment of competence of health practitioners in UK / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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In the United Kingdom and Australia, revalidation refers to a mechanism used to "affirm or establish the continuing competence"[1] of health practitioners, whilst strengthening and facilitating ethical and professional "commitment to reducing errors, adhering to best practice and improving quality of care".[2] Medical practitioners, nurses and midwives practicing in the UK are subject to revalidation to prove their skills are up-to-date and they remain fit to practise medicine. It is intended to reassure patients, employers and other professionals, and to contribute to improving patient care and safety.[3][4] The Medical Board of Australia is currently engaged in a review and trial of revalidation of medical registration in Australia.[5][6]