Specialty training chapter VI
The basic requirements for training in Allergology and Clinical Immunology are defined in Chapter 6 of the UEMS Charter on Training of Medical Specialists in the EU. This charter states the overall rules for institutions, teachers, trainees, the common trunk (internal medicine or paediatrics), and the duration of training.
The UEMS Allergology and Clinical Immunology Core Curriculum specifies in detail the theoretical and practical competences that should be reached during the training period.
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Core Curriculum
Defines the minimum competences for good clinical practice for a common European training in Allergology and Clinical Immunology. In individual European countries or individual institutions, a special focus on various elements of the specialty is allowed as long as it does not reduce the quality of the training. The log book is the instrument to document the progression of the training and also the tool for the final evaluation of competences.
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Log Book
Consists of requirements defined by the UEMS Allergology and Clinical Immunology Section and Board and national or institutional adaptations and clarifications. It is sensible to individualize the log book for the trainee and to include elements of: an educational plan, a description of the structure of the educational institute, an evaluation of clinical work, a description of learning processes, and a check list. The trainee will fill out the log book in cooperation with the tutor/educational institute in accordance with the UEMS guidelines and national regulations.
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Blue print
Advocates for a real full medical speciality of Allergology (and Clinical Immunology) all over Europe, demonstrating its true place among the other transversal disciplines such as General Practice, Internal Medicine or Paediatrics, as well as next to the organ speciality: Pulmonology, Dermatology, ENT, etc. The allergy centre is the key word here.
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Roadmap for Allergology in Europe
A survey among European and a few non-European countries was launched by the National Allergy Society Committee from the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology and the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes section and board of Allergology. The survey shows that in the vast majority of countries, allergy care services are available. However substantial heterogeneity is reported regarding recognition of the full specialty, the number of practicing specialists or subspecialists, and training aspects. In addition, the survey gives insight into strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in this feld. Opportunities are seen in creating awareness for allergy, focus on attracting young physicians. The conclusion is that harmonization of allergy services across Europe is needed, as well as investment in young doctors, and lobbying for the full specialty.