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The new GP trainee eportfolio is designed to be the consolidated source of all evidence and information leading CSCST. This trainee led platform will provide a streamlined interface to increase clarity for trainees and schemes on learning progress.
The RCSI GP Training Scheme offers the exceptional blend of academic excellence, supportive mentorship, and a strong commitment to diversity inclusion and social accountability. Rooted in the proud traditions of RCSI and Irish College of GPs, our scheme fosters the development of skilled, compassionate GPs within a vibrant, welcoming and innovative learning environment. Located in Dublin’s dynamic city centre, our active training team ensures every trainee is known, supported and empowered to thrive both professionally and personally.
Location: Mercers Medical building 1st floorDays: Years 1 & 2: 0.5-day Wednesday.
Years 3 & 4: Full day Wednesday
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Hospital Locations
Emergency Department
Connolly Hospital, Beaumont, Tallaght, St James’s Hospital, St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH).
Paediatrics
CHI Crumlin (Wards), CHI Connolly, Paeds ED Tallaght, Paeds (Wards) Tallaght, Paeds ED Temple Street & Connolly
Obs & Gynae
Our Lady of Lourdes Drogheda, Holles Street, The Coombe, The Rotunda
General Medicine / Medicine for the Elderly
Connolly Hospital, St Colmcille's (Loughlinstown), St Mary’s in the Park, Our Lady of Lourdes, St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH), St. Michaels (Dun Laoghaire), Peamount (New from July 2025), St James Hospital (New from July 2025)
Psychiatry
St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH), The Mater Hospital, Tallaght Hospital, Dublin North (Kilbarrack West), St. Vincent’s Fairview, St. John of God’s, Newcastle Hospital.
Palliative Care
St Luke’s Hospital, Harold’s Cross, Our Lady of Lourdes Drogheda, Wicklow Hospice.
Addiction Medicine
National Drug Treatment Centre (Pearse Street)
Inclusion Health
Community based placement in Tallaght (New post from July 2025)
We currently have 39 active GP trainers located in both Dublin and just outside in surrounding counties (12 Northside Dublin, 16 Southside Dublin, 11 Outside Dublin).