The academic path to becoming an ENT specialist is long and demanding. It combines the acquisition of medical knowledge with the exercise of clinical skills. This specialization includes practical internships, research and - often - further training. This article explores the different stages of this adventure, which we outlined in our ENT career sheet. From your first steps in medical school to your residency years, let's take a look at the challenges of ENT studies.
General medical studies
After high school
Before entering higher education, aspiring ENT specialists must obtain a scientific baccalaureate. Once this has been completed, they can choose between two options:
- The Parcours Accès Santé Spécifique (PASS)
- Introduced in 2020 to replace the former Première Année Commune aux Études de Santé (PACES), the PASS is a year of study combining a health major with a minor from another discipline. This structure makes it possible to diversify skills and offer avenues for reorientation.
- Students are assessed on the basis of continuous assessment and final exams.
- Those who pass can go on to study in the health sector.
- Those who fail can reorient themselves towards their minor before, if they so wish, trying their luck again.
- The PASS approach reduces the pressure of the former PACES exam, while diversifying students' skills.
- The Licence with Health Access (L.AS)
- Introduced in 2020 to diversify the range of training courses available in health studies, the L.AS is a course combining any major (law, humanities, economics, etc.) with a specific health minor (biology, physiology, etc.).
- At the end of the first, second or third year, and if they have passed the minimum requirements, students can apply for health studies. They then sit specific exams. Depending on their performance, they will either be rejected or integrated into the second year of general medical studies.
- The L.AS allows students to follow a diversified pathway, favoring skills and reorientation.
General medical studies
After the PASS or L.AS (see above), general medical studies are divided into two parts:
- The Diplôme de Formation Générale en Sciences Médicales (DFGSM) : a three-year course (the PASS and L.AS count as the first) comprising theoretical courses in medical sciences and clinical placements in hospitals.
- The Diplôme de Formation Approfondie en Sciences Médicales (DFASM): a direct continuation of the DFGSM, this is a three-year course of study incorporating specialist courses and advanced internships in various hospital departments.
Externship examinations
During the final year of the second cycle, students must pass a series of exams which, depending on their results and rankings, will enable them to choose their specialty as well as their city. Here's the list:
- Épreuves dématérialisées nationales (EDN): these take place in October and account for 60% of the final grade. To pass, students must obtain a mark of at least 14/20 in theoretical knowledge useful to all doctors, regardless of their specialty.
- Objective and Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE): These are held in May and account for 30% of the final grade. They test students' ability to develop clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills. The minimum grade is 10/20.
- Academic progress grade: this continuous assessment takes into account the student's commitment, curriculum, mobility and level of English, and accounts for 10% of the final grade.
ENT specialization
Once they have completed their general medical studies, students specializing in ENT enter a five-year residency program. This course is divided into theoretical and practical training:
- Theoretical training: interns follow theoretical courses covering the various aspects of otolaryngology. They attend seminars and conferences to keep abreast of the latest advances and research in the field.
- Practical training: ENT interns take part in the work of various health departments. They carry out consultations, surgery and patient follow-up under the supervision of experienced specialists.
Finally, ENT interns must write and defend a thesis in order to obtain their doctorate. On completion of this specialization, he or she is awarded the Diplôme d'Études Spécialisées en Oto-Rhino-Laryngologie (DES). In all, it took him 11 years of study to become an ENT specialist.
Further training
After obtaining the DES and registering with the Ordre des Médecins, specialists wishing to apply for ENT jobs can continue their training to specialize in specific fields such as otology, rhinology, laryngology, ENT surgery or ENT oncology.
Skills and qualities required of an ENT specialist
Whatever their specialty, ENT specialists must possess the technical, medical and human skills and qualities needed to succeed in their field. These are imparted and passed on throughout their academic training. In particular, they must possess medical, diagnostic and surgical skills, while demonstrating curiosity, adaptability, leadership, rigor, patience and empathy. This set of skills will enable them to exercise their profession with complete peace of mind, and to deal with every case they encounter.
From the rigor of initial studies to the acquisition of specific clinical and surgical skills, each stage of the training to become an ENT specialist is crucial. They train qualified professionals capable of diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions. Ongoing training is essential in this evolving field, ensuring that specialists remain at the cutting edge of advances. This combination of theoretical knowledge, practical experience and dedication to learning is the key to success in this exciting field.
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ENT M/F - Villeneuve la Garenne 92
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A multidisciplinary medical establishment in Villeneuve la Garenne, Hauts-de-Seine, is looking for its new ENT M/F for a freelance collaboration. Terms and conditions - Private practice - Free organization according to availability - Opening hours: 8am to midnight weekdays and 8:30am to 5pm weekends) The structure This is a new-generation multidisciplinary medical center offering a comprehensive range of services, including specialized medicine, unscheduled medicine, sleep medicine and women's medicine. The 400 m² center features dedicated areas for consultations, technical procedures and rest, plus an on-site secretariat. In addition, accessibility is facilitated by its proximity to major roads and the presence of a parking lot. Remuneration - Up to 70% gross of sales Duties - Provide specialized ear, nose and throat consultations - Perform technical procedures compatible with the center's technical platform - Participate in the management of unscheduled medical procedures - Collaborate with medical assistants for pre-consultation and assistance with examinations - Coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team and hospital partners - Develop a specific activity within the establishment, depending on the project The advantages - Modern, spacious 400 m² center - On-site secretariat and complete administrative management - Dedicated medical assistants for pre-consultation and examination support - High-performance software for seamless practice - High patient flow and diversity of activities - Easy access via main roads and parking lot - Professional civil liability and professional association fees covered Our equipment - ECG - Ultrasound - ECG and blood pressure Holter - Spirometer - Stress test - Biological examination platform (BU, ECBU) - ENT unit / Technical column A little something extra The center is located on the banks of the Seine, in the immediate vicinity of Paris and the business district, offering quick access to transport and opportunities for riverside walks for your moments of relaxation. Profile required ENT qualified in France or the European Union, registered or eligible for registration with the Ordre. Contact us on: 07 44 71 65 08 or by e-mail at [email protected] Reference: 12541 Candidates from the European Union: Jober Group, leader in the integration of healthcare professionals in France, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity: - Introduction to our partner teachers - Follow-up for registration with the French Medical Association - Dedicated consultant to support you Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Benefit from a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
ENT M/F -- Marseille 13
Employee
1000 - 1300 per day
Marseille 6e
Job Orl M/F - Marseille 13 We are recruiting an ENT H/F to join a multidisciplinary healthcare structure located in Marseille in the Bouches-du-Rhône region, as part of a full-time or part-time CDI. Structure DNA You will work in a 1,339 m² facility in Marseille's 6th arrondissement. The facility offers a comprehensive range of dental, medical and aesthetic treatments, and is supported by a team of 63 employees. The organization favors multidisciplinary teamwork and offers modern, well-equipped premises, conducive to quality care. Description and duties You will be in charge of the ENT activity within the establishment. Your main duties will be: - Provide ENT consultations, check-ups and patient follow-up - Perform clinical examinations and prescribe appropriate complementary tests. - Collaborate with other specialists to ensure multidisciplinary follow-up. - Participate in patient pathway organization and care coordination Compensation For this position, you will benefit from a remuneration of 42.9% gross of monthly gross sales (including paid vacations). Benefits - Remuneration of 42.9% gross of monthly sales (including paid vacations) - Modern, well-equipped structure with a multi-disciplinary platform>. - Spacious premises covering nearly 1,339 m² - Daily collaboration with a team of 63 employees (general practitioners, specialists, dental surgeons) - Dedicated administrative team - Employee benefits and good company mutual insurance Profile sought ENT specialist with a DES or equivalent diploma, registered or eligible for registration with the Conseil national de l'Ordre des médecins. Contact us at: O7 44 71 65 O8 or by email via [email protected] Advertisement reference: 11260 Candidates from the European Union: JoberGroup, France's leading integration company for healthcare professionals, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity - Language training (Level B2) - Put you in touch with our partner teachers - Follow-up for registration with the French Medical Association - Dedicated consultant to support you Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Take advantage of a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
ENT M/F - Salaried status - Near calanques - Marseille 13
Employee
5000 - 15000 per month
Marseille 9e
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