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Understanding Trust Grade Jobs in the NHS

If you’re an overseas doctor looking to move and make your mark in the UK, you might have come across the term “Trust Grade Jobs” in the NHS.

Last updated on 17/11/2024 08:15

Is MSRA mandatory for all specialities? Which ones are optional?

If you're applying for speciality training in the UK, you’ll likely come across the Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA). Some specialities require all applicants to sit for the MSRA, while others don't, as each speciality has specific recruitment

Last updated on 13/11/2024 22:55

Everything you need to know about being a SAS doctor in the UK

So you‘re an International Medical Graduate (IMG) and determined to pursue your postgrad from the UK - but not sure what exactly to do?

Last updated on 29/10/2024 19:35

My Favourite Tool for Every Doctor’s Career Growth: E-Logbooks!

As a doctor, I’ve come across tons of tools and resources that claim to help with career development. But my absolute favourite?

Last updated on 30/10/2024 08:16

Top 5 Important Changes in Core Surgical Training Portfolio Scoring (2024)

If you’re applying for Core Surgical Training (CST) in 2024/25 in the UK, you should know about some important changes to the self-assessment and scoring process. Here’s a quick overview of the updates, including changes in scoring methods:

Last updated on 23/10/2024 12:59

Everything you need to know about the MRCPsych exams

If you are an International Medical Graduate(IMG) and planning to pursue Psychiatry in the UK, then you need to know everything about the Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) qualification.

Last updated on 14/10/2024 18:33

Did you know the differences between PLAB vs USMLE?

If you’re looking to work as a doctor in the US or the UK, the USMLE and PLAB are your best options, respectively. But both exams differ a lot in difficulty, process, duration, prospects, and cost.

Last updated on 09/10/2024 13:03

A Quick Guide to Run-through and Uncoupled Speciality Training in the UK

If you're planning to pursue a medical specialty in the UK, it's important to understand whether your chosen specialty is "run-through" or "uncoupled."

Last updated on 25/09/2024 21:09

Everything you need to know about being a Locum Consultant in the UK

In the medical world, a locum consultant is a senior doctor who temporarily fills a vacant consultant position in a hospital or other medical facility.

Last updated on 18/09/2024 18:35

How to go from being an overseas doc to a consultant virologist in the UK

If you want to become a consultant virologist in the UK as an International Medical Graduate (IMG), there are several steps.

Last updated on 05/09/2024 17:52

The Complete Guide to FRCS Trauma and Orthopaedics Exam for Overseas Doctors

So, you're aiming to practise independently in the UK as a Trauma & Orthopaedics Surgeon? That's fantastic!

Last updated on 28/08/2024 21:20

6 Steps to work as a GP in the UK: A step-by-step guide

GPs or General Practitioners are usually the first point of contact for patients, so their importance is immense.

Last updated on 21/08/2024 18:40

Is WAST a time-waster or a time-saver?

The Widening Access to Specialty Training (WAST) program helps you, as an International Medical Graduate (IMG), transition into the NHS and specialty training, particularly in General Practice (GP) and Psychiatry.

Last updated on 07/08/2024 15:44

How You Can Address a Career Gap to Work In The UK as a Doctor

Career gaps are unfortunately often viewed negatively. This is because hiring companies have to ensure the gap is not due to something the person did that can harm the company or its current employees, among other things. So, there is a lot of stigma.

Last updated on 01/08/2024 16:30

Why e-logbooks matter for moving abroad as a doc and why you need one

If you’re a doctor planning to move abroad via evidence-heavy pathways like CESR/CEGPR/Specialist Pathway (Australia), it is indispensable that you have an electronic logbook.

Last updated on 09/08/2024 02:22

Confused About IELTS vs OET? Read this.

As an International Medical Graduate (IMG) wanting to work in the UK, demonstrating your English proficiency is a must. This is where the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and the Occupational English Test (OET) come into play.

Last updated on 26/06/2024 12:37

Did You Know These 4 Common Reasons for GMC’s Internship Rejections?

Are you ready to kickstart your dream job as a doctor in the UK? The GMC registration process can throw a wrench in the works for many international students. It can hamper your career more especially if your internship gets rejected. No need to panic!

Last updated on 26/06/2024 10:53

The Complete Guide to PLAB Exam for Overseas Doctors

Are you an overseas doctor wanting to work in the UK? If so, the PLAB exam is a way. Let's take a closer look at what the exam entails and how it can help you reach your career goals.

Last updated on 26/06/2024 12:38

5 steps to be a consultant dermatologist in the UK

NIH says that there is a rise in demand for dermatologists in the UK because 54% of the population is affected by skin diseases each year. So if you’re an IMG planning to be a future dermatologist, the UK is the right place for you.

Last updated on 12/06/2024 11:48

When is the best time to do a clinical attachment?

Deciding when to go for a clinical attachment can significantly impact your chances of finding a full-time role or even your medical career in the UK in general.

Last updated on 25/04/2024 13:32

4 Steps be a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in the UK

Do you thrive on the challenge of treating patients with acute injuries and disorders? If so, Orthopaedic surgery might be the perfect specialty for you. In the UK, this field is referred to as Trauma and Orthopaedic surgery (T&O).

Last updated on 11/04/2024 15:49

PLAB vs. MRCP/MRCS: Which UK Pathway for Overseas Doctors?

As an overseas doctor wanting to practice in the UK, you may face a dilemma when it comes to exam pathways. Two common ones include MRCP/MRCS and the PLAB. Let's explore the difference between these.

Last updated on 28/03/2024 14:23

Psychiatry Training Pathways: UK, USA, and Australia

Thinking about a career in psychiatry? Discover the distinct psychiatry training pathways in the UK, USA, and Australia. From structured programs to specialized training, we break down the steps you need to take to become a psychiatrist .

Last updated on 07/09/2023 14:54

Navigating the World of Medical Audits: What you need to know.

Discover the key steps to conducting successful medical audits! This article covers the audit cycle, from planning to re-auditing, and offers valuable tips for framing audit questions.

Last updated on 06/09/2023 16:29

Medical speciality training in UK for an International medical graduate-Condensed

Uk medical speciality training may be a daunting prospect for a fresh medical graduate in India. But there are ways from point A to point B.

Last updated on 05/09/2023 17:03

Working as a doctor in USA after MBBS as a foreign medical graduate-Here is how...

Cracking the USMLE may seem daunting from the bottom rung of the ladder-here is how to do it (bite sized)

Last updated on 19/05/2023 23:03

Maternity rights in India:What every working woman must know.

Maternity rights in India are set by law to protect the rights and well-being of pregnant and nursing women in the workplace. These laws are designed to ensure that women are able to take time off for pregnancy and childbirth without losing their jobs.

Last updated on 10/01/2023 21:00

Why maintain your logbooks past your PG?

Why is it is important for medical students to rocord their cases effectively in order to stand a better chance to qualify for fellowships and jobs abroad?

Last updated on 05/09/2023 16:57

Why should we be careful with patient-identifying data?

Anonymizing patient records for purpose of research is a well known tool to show experience and for research. The blog explores why this is a good idea though it is not common practice in India even for the purpose of maintaining logbooks . Author info:Dr.

Last updated on 05/09/2023 16:55

Wish I had known- Dont forget to document!

Looking back on postgraduate training in India, one remembers the good and bad times. It is only by looking back many years later that you think of what could have been done differently.

Last updated on 10/12/2022 18:13