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The ID Medical guide to becoming an Ophthalmologist
Did you know that in the UK over 2 million people are living with sight loss severe enough to have a significant impact on their daily lives? However, there’s one specialist group of Healthcare Professionals with a particular set of expertise, knowledge and experience to help educate, care and treat the UK and their eye-related […]
A Junior Doctor’s guide to choosing a medical specialty
Reaching your foundation years is a cause for celebration – you’ve finally finished your medical undergraduate degree and you’re working as a full-time doctor, with a full-time salary! However, one of the hardest decisions of your career is looming when you’re choosing a medical specialty you want to pursue. With over 100 specialties and subspecialties […]
How to answer ethical scenarios within NHS interviews – The ID Medical Guide
You’ll often find a medical ethical scenario asked at the end of your NHS interview. For some, this leaves feelings of stress and anxiety as there is no right or wrong answer. But ID Medical are here to provide you with a complete guide on how to successfully answer NHS ethical scenarios, helping you get […]
How to survive a 12-hour NHS hospital shift
If 12-hour shifts are part of your norm, at some point in time your physical and mental health will be at risk if you don’t care for yourself in the best way. At ID Medical, our healthcare professionals’ needs are our top priority, which is why we want to share our five top tips on […]
Essential questions to ask at the end of an NHS interview
Your ability to successfully secure an NHS job and pass your NHS interview is all down to your approach and preparation. When the time comes to ask your own questions in an interview, it gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your professionalism, thoughtfulness and commitment. However, for some they don’t ask any questions or worse, […]
Celebrating the new UK Health and Care Visa: the fastest route to your NHS job!
The new UK Health and Care visa is here and it couldn’t have come at a better time! The UK Government has recognised how the previous Tier 2 visa pathway was deterring Healthcare Professionals from choosing the UK for their next career move and so, has designed a unique new visa called the UK Health […]
The complete guide to becoming a Dermatologist
Caring for the body’s largest organ, a Dermatologist has a large part to play in healthcare. In this blog post, we share what exactly a Dermatologist does, how to become a Dermatologist with the NHS, and a true insight with some pros and cons of the specialty. What is a Dermatologist? Dermatologists are doctors […]
The Complete Guide to Becoming a Cardiologist
If you’re reading this blog post, it’s likely that you’re considering becoming a Cardiologist. With over 7.4 million people living with heart and circulatory diseases in the UK, choosing to specialise in Cardiology will provide you with a rewarding and fulfilling journey, saving thousands of lives along the way. Keep reading for our Guide on […]
What is a Locum Doctor?
So, what is a locum doctor? A locum doctor is one who temporarily fills a rota gap within a hospital, clinic or practice. This can often be on a relatively short-term basis, although in the healthcare sector, it’s not uncommon for locums to hold their post as part of a practice’s core medical team for […]
The Top Advantages of being a Royal College Member
The Top Advantages of being a Royal College Member A Medical Royal College ensures that patients are safely and properly cared for by setting standards for the way doctors are educated, trained and monitored throughout their careers. Becoming a member of a Royal College is one way medical professionals can enhance their career prospects both […]