Category: UK
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How to Keep Your GMC Licence to Practise When You Are Not Working
Many doctors take time away from clinical work for research, relocation, family responsibilities or further study. A common question is whether it is possible to maintain a GMC licence to…
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What is Clinical Audit in the NHS?
Introduction Clinical audit is one of the key tools for improving the quality of healthcare within the NHS. Its primary aim is to enhance patient care and outcomes by ensuring…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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 /…
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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…
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Step 6: Job Hunting in the UK After GMC Registration
Step 6: Job Hunting in the UK After GMC Registration Congratulations. You have passed PLAB, obtained your GMC registration, and are now officially eligible to work in the NHS. The…