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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

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

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

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

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

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