Portfolio Pathway (CESR) UK support programme for Oncology registration
Tailored Support for Aspiring Consultants
Overview
The Portfolio Pathway (CESR) in Oncology enables internationally trained oncologists to gain UK specialist registration by demonstrating equivalence to a UK CCT holder.
Who is eligible?
– Physicians trained in medical or clinical oncology
– Experience managing solid tumours and/or haematological malignancies
– Independent oncology clinic and inpatient management experience
– Exposure to multidisciplinary cancer care pathways
This model is built for every doctor who wants a structured, achievable route to UK Specialist Registration.
What are the testimonials from previous participants?
Success Stories
Evidence Required
Clinical Practice:
– Oncology outpatient and inpatient care
– Chemotherapy and systemic therapy management
– Acute oncology admissions
– Documentation of consultant-level decision-making
Additional Details
Common reasons applications fail
– Poor documentation of independent practice
– Incomplete MDT and governance evidence
– Weak acute oncology exposure
– Insufficient reflective and appraisal documentation
Additional Details
What makes CESR in ENT challenging?
– Requirement for broad cancer-specific evidence
– Complex MDT and governance expectations
– Need for longitudinal patient management evidence
– Extensive documentation of outcomes and decision-making
Approach
How Dr Nikhil Nanjappa supports you
– Structured CESR roadmap tailored to oncology practice
– Evidence gap analysis aligned with UK oncology curriculum standards
– Guidance on clinic documentation, MDT evidence, and audits
– Ongoing mentorship throughout the CESR process
Timeline
Timeline and strategy
– Initial assessment and curriculum mapping
– 3–6 months of structured evidence building
– Portfolio refinement and regular mentoring reviews
– Final preparation before GMC submission
Introducing Your Doctor
About Dr. Nikhil Nanjappa
- Consultant GI & Colorectal Surgeon
- UK-trained; among the youngest to complete FRCS & CESR
- Lead, Department of Gastroenterology & Colorectal Surgery – Avant BKG Hospitals, Mysore
- Founder of the international Portfolio Pathway Support Programme
- Has mentored nearly 100 doctors worldwide
- Deep expertise in curriculum mapping, portfolio structuring & GMC evidence standards
- Known for delivering honest, practical, highly personalised mentorship
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