TY - JOUR T1 - Oral Presentations JF - British Journal of General Practice JO - Br J Gen Pract DO - 10.3399/bjgp19X703889 VL - 69 IS - suppl 1 SP - bjgp19X703889 A2 - , Y1 - 2019/06/01 UR - http://bjgp.org/content/69/suppl_1/bjgp19X703889.abstract N2 - DOI: 10.3399/bjgp19X702749BackgroundIn developing the Ministry of Defence (MoD) First5 network, a database of all Tri-Service doctors in their First5 years post receiving their certificate of completion of training (CCT). However, on building the database, up to 23% of doctors, trained by the MoD were no longer regular service military personal within 5 years of completing their GP training.AimTo explore the experience of Defence Medical Services (DMS) trained GPs and direct entrants in in their First5 years post CCT.MethodAn invitation was extended to all GPs currently in the DMS and all those that trained in the Defence Deanery, who gained their CCT between 2011 and 2018. An initial focus group of was conducted, the themes then contributed to the semi-structured interview questions.ResultsFive themes were identified from the focus groups and interviews: Is the apprenticeship model dead? What is my role again? ‘I just don’t think they got the best care they could’ve’. The importance of autonomy and innovation. Should I stay or should I go now?ConclusionDMS should work to establish an environment in which all military First5s have autonomy over their practice; the ability innovate; and a forum in which they can share. This must go hand-in-hand with newly qualified military GPs being supported in their management and administrative learning, while being mentored by an engaged colleague to help understand ‘what’s next’ in their portfolio career.Jodie Blackadder-Weinstein, Academic Department of Military General PracticeEmail: jodie.blackadder@gmail.comMichael Smith, Academic Department Military General PracticeDOI: 10.3399/bjgp19X702761BackgroundGPs in the UK are under significant pressure in delivering primary care and this has highlighted the need for workforce development. Occupational therapists (OTs) are highly skilled practitioners working across health and social care sectors. Educated at pre-registration level to work with physical and mental … ER -