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Welcome to Borderless M.D.
Hi, I’m Dr. Seyed Ali Moosavi, and I’m excited to welcome you to Borderless M.D. This platform grew from my own journey of moving and practising medicine in the UK and Australia. I know how overwhelming it can feel when you are faced with exams, paperwork, endless forms and the uncertainty of what comes next….
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Working in New Zealand with PLAB: Pathway to PGY1
Many international medical graduates (IMGs) ask whether passing PLAB (the UK’s licensing exam) can help them work in New Zealand. The answer is: PLAB alone is not enough for direct registration in NZ, but it can still be part of a pathway. How PLAB Fits into NZ Registration The PGY1 Step Why PGY1 Is Hard…
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Understanding Doctor Levels in the NHS: From F1 to Consultant
If you’re new to the UK medical system, the different titles — F1, F2, SHO, registrar, consultant — can be confusing. Here’s a straightforward guide to what each level means and what role these doctors play in the NHS. NHS Doctor Career Levels Level Other Names / Titles Main Responsibilities F1 Foundation Year 1, Junior…
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UK Immigration White Paper, London Rallies, and What It All Means for IMGs
I’ve been keeping an eye on the UK’s new immigration White Paper and the massive anti-immigration rallies in London. As an IMG myself, I can’t help but think about what all this means for doctors trying to build a career in the UK. These are my personal thoughts. What the White Paper Says The government’s…
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IMGs Beware: Why UK Specialty Training Might Soon Get Out of Reach
UKRDC Specialty Training Policy: What It Means for International Doctors The BMA (British Medical Association) recently published an FAQ about the UK Resident Doctors Collaborative (UKRDC) specialty training prioritisation policy. In plain terms, this policy suggests that UK medical graduates should be prioritised over international medical graduates (IMGs) when applying for specialty training posts. Who…
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How Competitive Are UK Medical Specialties? A 3-Year Comparison (2023–2025)
When looking at UK specialty training competition ratios, it helps to first understand two key ideas: levels and ratios. Levels are simply the entry points into specialty training. For most specialties, doctors apply either at CT1 (Core Training Year 1) or ST1 (Specialty Training Year 1). These are the “entry level” posts where you begin…
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How Iranian Doctors Are Doing in PLAB2
If you are planning to sit PLAB or just curious about how doctors from different parts of the world do in the exam, the General Medical Council (GMC) publishes annual reports that give us a lot of detail. I had a look at two of them • PLAB1 and PLAB2 Report 2021 to March 2022•…
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How to Find Resident Medical Officer (RMO) and Hospital Medical Officer (HMO) Jobs in Australia
Starting your medical career in Australia as an international doctor can feel confusing at first. Unlike countries with a single national system, Australia recruits Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) and Hospital Medical Officers (HMOs) through state-based campaigns, and in some cases directly through individual hospitals. Each state has its own rules, timelines, and application processes, and…
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AMC Part 1
Understanding AMC Part 1 The Australian Medical Council (AMC) Part 1 exam, officially called the AMC CAT MCQ, is a computer-adaptive multiple-choice exam with 150 questions over 3.5 hours. It assesses your ability to apply clinical knowledge according to Australian standards, across domains like medicine, surgery, obstetrics/gynaecology, paediatrics, psychiatry, public health, ethics, and emergency medicine….
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Moving as a Doctor – UK vs Australia vs USA
1. Up-Front Costs to Get Licensed & Job-Ready UK Australia USA 2. Difficulty Level of Entry UK Australia USA 3. Salary Snapshot (Base) Country Junior doctor (PGY 1–3) Consultant / Attending UK £36k–£55k base + banding (extra for nights/weekends) £110k–£145k basic NHS pay Australia AUD $80k–$120k (metro), AUD $90k–$150k (regional/rural) AUD $220k–$350k+ public sector USA…
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Junior Doctor Salaries in the UK and the Strikes: A Complete Guide for IMGs
For many international medical graduates, securing GMC registration and your first NHS job is an exciting milestone. But naturally, the next question is how much will you actually earn, and how do the recent strikes fit into the picture? Basic Pay in England (2025–26) Junior doctor salaries in England are nationally agreed under the 2016…
