CPD and Revalidation
CPD points, appraisal and revalidation for UK doctors — what counts, how many you need, how to log it, and which tools to use.
Does Reading Count as CPD?
Reading journals counts as CPD, but only with reflection. What the regulators actually say, what a credit-bearing entry looks like, and the line between reading and CPD.
FourteenFish Alternatives for Logging CPD
The realistic alternatives to FourteenFish for UK doctors, what each does better, and the cases where FourteenFish is still the right answer.
Free CPD Trackers for UK Doctors: The Options
A straight comparison of the free CPD tracking options open to UK doctors, what each one actually covers, and where the hidden cost sits.
How Many CPD Points Do UK Doctors Need?
The GMC does not mandate a credit total — the colleges recommend one. What the 50-a-year figure actually is, where it comes from, and a realistic way to reach it.
Using AI for Reflective Practice: The Rules for UK Doctors
Can UK doctors use AI to help write reflective practice and appraisal reflections? Yes — within limits. Here is what the GMC and Royal Colleges say, the three lines not to cross, and a workflow that keeps AI on the right side of them.
CPD Reflection Template for Journal Reading
A simple CPD reflection template for UK doctors logging journal reading — with worked examples and guidance for appraisal-ready entries.
How to Log Journal Reading for GMC Revalidation
How to turn the reading you already do into documented CPD your appraiser will accept — with exact examples and a template.
Best CPD Tools for UK Doctors
A practical comparison of CPD reading tools for UK doctors — what they track, how they integrate with appraisal portfolios, and which suits your workflow.
What Counts as CPD for UK Doctors
Everything UK doctors need to know about CPD reading — what counts, how to log it, and how to make every reading minute count for revalidation.
How to Earn CPD Points by Reading Medical Journals
How to turn your journal reading into verifiable CPD credits — with tools, templates, and strategies for UK doctors preparing for appraisal and revalidation.