The Foundation Years up-to-date review articles covering all of the competences set out in the Foundation Programme Curriculum (2007). This monthly journal is essential reading for foundation doctors, educational supervisors and foundation training programme directors. Each issue focuses on an acute care topic and summarises the best available evidence necessary for safe and effective patient care.

The Foundation Years also covers the key professional and generic skills needed to succeed as a foundation doctor, together with helpful sections on career management.

Those involved in teaching foundation doctors will find The Foundation Years an indispensable resource as they prepare for seminars and clinical or educational supervision. The faculty development section also covers key topics in postgraduate training and provides a forum for sharing best practice.

Readers of The Foundation Years will benefit from the highest quality advice and training which specialists from across the UK are able to provide.