Our CESR Support Programme is designed to simplify the complex Portfolio Pathway process:
Dr. Nikhil Nanjappa offers a bespoke CESR Support Programme to guide medical professionals through the Portfolio Pathway (formerly known as CESR), a route to specialist registration in the UK for doctors who have not completed a GMC-approved training programme but can demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills, and experience (KSE). With over 13 years of surgical experience and having successfully mentored more than 60 doctors to achieve consultant status in the UK, Dr. Nikhil provides personalized, hands-on support to help you navigate this challenging process with confidence.
The Portfolio Pathway allows doctors to apply for specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) by submitting a portfolio of evidence demonstrating their KSE matches the standards required of a UK consultant. Since November 2023, the process has shifted from requiring equivalence to a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) to focusing on high-level outcomes, known as Capabilities in Practice (CiPs). This pathway is ideal for internationally trained doctors or those with non-standard training backgrounds aiming to secure substantive consultant positions in the NHS.
Dr. Nikhil combines his extensive experience as a gastrointestinal and colorectal surgeon with a passion for mentorship, offering a structured programme to ensure your success:
This programme is ideal for:
This was the best course I have ever attended for CESR. Mr. Nanjappa is a genius and a master of his craft. He explained everything in a clear and concise manner, and gave us invaluable tips and tricks. He also provided us with a lot of resources and support. I feel much more confident and motivated after attending his workshop. I highly recommend this course to anyone who is serious about CESR.
“Mr. Nanjappa is an amazing teacher and mentor. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience in CESR, and he shared it with us generously. He was very approachable and friendly, and answered all our questions patiently. He also gave us honest and constructive feedback on our portfolios and interviews. He made the whole process seem easy and fun. I learned a lot from him and I am very grateful for his guidance.”
“I attended Mr. Nanjappa’s workshop after struggling with my CESR application for months. I was feeling lost and frustrated, and I didn’t know where to start or what to do. But after attending his workshop, everything changed. He showed me the right way to approach CESR, and he gave me a clear plan and direction. He also inspired me with his success story and his passion for general surgery. He is a true role model and a leader in his field. I am so glad I joined his programme.”
Take the first step towards specialist registration with Dr. Nikhil’s CESR Support Programme:
Reach out via email or phone to schedule your initial consultation.
We’ll review your CV and experience to tailor the programme to your needs.
Join our workshops and start building your portfolio with expert guidance.