Category: Australia
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Learning Ultrasound Guided Cannulation as a Junior Doctor
When I started my ED rotation, I was genuinely anxious about putting in an IV line. Like many junior doctors, I wasn’t particularly confident with cannulation. Every difficult patient made…
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My First Few Months in an Australian ED
Working in an Australian ED has been one of the most valuable learning experiences of my career so far. Every shift is different and every patient teaches you something new.…
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How to Write a Prescription in Australia
Understanding the PBS, Authority Prescriptions, and Real Clinical Scenarios Prescribing in Australia is closely tied to a national system called the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, commonly referred to as the PBS.…
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How to Write a Death Certificate in Victoria, Australia
A Practical Guide for Doctors and IMGs Completing a death certificate is a legal duty for doctors in Australia and one that many junior doctors find stressful, especially in their…
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Can a Life Diary Be Used as a Legal Document
A Practical Guide for Workplaces, Healthcare, and Education A life diary is more than a personal journal. In many countries including Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, and the…
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🩺 How to Write a Strong Medical CV for Australia
When applying for hospital jobs (RMO, HMO, or resident positions) in Australia or the United Kingdom, your CV is your first impression. Recruiters receive many applications, and they often make…
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PLABs + AMC 1→ Do You Still Need PESCI?
I recently got this great question: 👉 If I pass AMC MCQ, PLAB 1 & 2, and OET, then apply via the Competent Authority Pathway. Do I still need PESCI?…
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Can You Work in Australia After GMC Registration Without UK Experience?
Many IMGs ask: “I’ve passed PLAB, I’m GMC registered, but I don’t have the UK Foundation Year. Can I still work directly in Australia?” The short answer is yes –…
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Pathways for IMGs to Register and Work in Australia: Standard vs. Competent Authority
If you’re a doctor trained overseas and looking to work in Australia, the two main routes to medical registration are the Standard Pathway and the Competent Authority Pathway. These pathways…
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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…