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How To Work as a Permanent Consultant in the UK – and the Benefits!
Are you an international doctor looking to apply for a permanent consultant role in the UK? Moving to the UK to work as a doctor can be an amazing, life-changing experience for international doctors, and having the security of a permanent role is of huge importance to so many healthcare professionals. In this blog we’ll […]
5 Ways reading can Improve your Wellbeing
It’s National Book Lover’s Day on August 9th, which is the perfect time to talk about how reading can improve your wellbeing. As a Healthcare Professional dealing with certain stresses and strains that are an inevitable part of your work, finding ways to wind down and improve your wellbeing is important. In this blog, we […]
10 Steps to GMC Registration
Here are the 10 requirements for successfully obtaining GMC Registration. 1. Primary medical qualification To start, you must have completed an acceptable primary medical degree.Click here to check if the GMC registration accepts your primary medical qualification, as it must meet a particular criteria such as being awarded a programme of study, comprising […]
Mental Health during the Festive Season
For lots of people, the festive season is one of the best times of the year, especially when you factor in presents, good food, and time with family. But for many others, this time of year can be a significant source of anxiety and stress… and for some, this can contribute to a decline in […]
Supporting Men’s Health Awareness Month
The Movember initiative is dedicated to promoting Men’s Health – male cancers, mental health and suicide prevention. To raise awareness, we want to open a dialogue to share the statistics and what actions can be taken from today… What is Movember? Launched back in 2003, the Movember Foundation is a fantastic initiative which takes place […]
An Insight into: MRCPsych Qualification
The MRCPsych qualification is an essential requirement if you’re looking to practice psychiatry here in the UK. In our latest blog, we look at the MRCPsych in more detail and cover all the essential information you need! What is the MRCPsych qualification? MRCPsych is held by the Royal College of Psychiatrists and it consists of […]
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 […]
5 Expert Tips to Writing the Perfect Medical CV
In this blog post, we’re going to be looking at how you can create the perfect medical CV; including essential guidance on its’ length, structure, what healthcare recruiters will be looking for and top tips for putting it all together. A Curriculum Vitae (CV) is essential for doctors at any grade or specialty. Your CV […]
IMGs Guide to Life in the UK: Q&A with Dr Qureshi, Consultant Psychiatrist
Ever wondered what life in the UK is life for foreign medical professionals? In this blog, we talk to Dr. Sohail Quershi about his own personal career journey and experience of leaving his own country and joining the NHS. Hi, Dr Qureshi! Could you please introduce yourself? I’m Dr Sohail Qureshi and I’ve been working […]
5 Ways to Practice Self-Care
Self-care may seem like just a meaningless buzzword during this pandemic, but it couldn’t be further from the truth! In short, it’s the concept of prioritising and taking time for yourself – which, in times of stress or pressure, can support positive mental health and wellbeing. It’s not a flash in-in-the-pan concept, either. Self-care has […]