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GP Registrar and First5 Conference | Your future in General Practice

Organised by the Royal College of General Practitioners — North East England Faculty
Dates26–26 Sept 2026
LocationNewcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
TraineeFree
A full-day North East England careers and professional-development conference for GP registrars and early-career GPs, covering portfolio careers, IMG support, AI, leadership, employment models, appraisal and networking.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 23 Jul 2026
At a glance
NetworkingThe organisers advertise dedicated time with fellow registrars, newly qualified…View detail

The organisers advertise dedicated time with fellow registrars, newly qualified GPs and local GP leaders.

Research ValueNo abstract submission or research-presentation route was published.
Trainee RelevanceThe whole programme addresses the transition from training into employment,…View detail

The whole programme addresses the transition from training into employment, partnership, locum work, appraisal and portfolio careers.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Portfolio careers and employabilityIMG career supportAI and digital general practiceEarly-career leadershipPartnership, salaried and locum workAppraisal and GP training
Costs & registrationTrainee tickets Free
CategoryPrice
Trainee / IMTFree
Dates & deadlines1 key date
26 Sept 2026 · 65 days
Conference begins
Venue & travelThe Grand Hotel, High Gosforth Park · Newcastle upon Tyne
Event Hours09:30–16:30 on Saturday 26 September 2026.
Venue DetailsThe Grand Hotel, High Gosforth Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5HN.
MedicMess tips3 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • RCGP members attend free, but a refundable deposit is required to reserve a place.
  • Medical-student places are limited and require confirmation from the faculty.
  • The public registration flow requires an RCGP Engage login.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

The GP Registrar and First5 Conference takes place at The Grand Hotel in Newcastle upon Tyne on 26 September 2026 and is open to GP registrars and early-career GPs from the North East and beyond. The full-day programme is designed around the transition from training into independent practice. Published topics include portfolio careers and employability, tailored support for international medical graduates, CV writing and interview preparation, visas and job applications, AI and digital tools in general practice, early-career leadership, salaried work, partnership and locum careers, appraisal and becoming a trainer. The organisers also set aside time for networking with registrars, newly qualified GPs and local leaders. RCGP members may attend free, with a refundable attendance deposit required when booking; a non-member price is not stated on the public page. A limited number of medical-student places are available, subject to confirmation by the faculty. The page says sponsorship is being sought to keep attendance free. No abstract submission route, publication outcome, CPD allocation or detailed timed agenda was published when checked. Registration is handled through the RCGP Engage page and requires an account login.