Apr 20, 2020

Why the NHS Needs International Doctors Now More Than Ever

International Doctors have always been a vital part of providing outstanding patient care for the NHS. However, with Covid 19 abating and trusts looking to resume ‘normal operations’, they’re going to be needed more than ever… It is global knowledge that the NHS offers some of the highest-quality, most efficient and most accessible healthcare systems. […]

May 5, 2020

How to Apply for Medical Jobs in the UK

If you’re an international doctor or nurse and you have got to stage where you want to apply for medical jobs here in the UK, a very big Congratulations to you! You’ve worked extremely hard and you’ll soon start seeing results from your hard work. In this blog post, we explain the various resources you […]

May 22, 2020

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 […]

May 1, 2024

Lucrative Psychiatry Opportunities with ID Medical

Temporary and permanent roles, UK-wide

Temporary and permanent roles, UK-wide Are you a qualified Psychiatrist seeking new horizons in your career? Whether you’re a seasoned UK professional or an international Psychiatrist interested in relocating to the UK, ID Medical can match you with opportunities that perfectly align with your aspirations and preferences. ­ Jump to: Locum Opportunities / Permanent Opportunities […]

Dec 14, 2020

NHS winter pressures: what to expect and how to protect our healthcare heroes

In any year, winter can be extremely challenging time for the NHS; but the winter of 2020/21 looks to be especially tough due to the continuing battle against Covid-19 and the virus’ vaccination programme rollout. Given that winter pressures traditionally contribute to one of the NHS’s busiest periods, what exactly can it expect over the […]

Aug 3, 2020

Specialist Nurses: transforming NHS healthcare

Demand for those working in nursing specialisms, in both agency work and clinical services, is at an all-time high, which makes this the perfect time to highlight the work specialists nurses do, and the difference they make in our multifaceted healthcare system.   What are specialist nurses? The role of specialist nurses is crucial, with […]

Jun 24, 2020

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 […]

Feb 5, 2024

The journey to becoming an NHS Consultant

Embarking on the journey to becoming a Consultants in the NHS is a significant career step. NHS Consultants are highly skilled professionals who stand at the forefront of patient care and provide exceptional medical guidance and leadership. While the journey to becoming an NHS Consultant can be demanding, the rewards it offers are substantial. In […]

Oct 23, 2020

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 […]

Feb 20, 2015

From Med Student to FY Doctor: 10 tips from Dr Kishan Rees

1. Don’t try to be all things to all men A wise old proverb that couldn’t be more truthful for first year medical students… You simply can’t be all things to all people and you can’t do all things all at once. We can sometimes behave this way to help us cope with the many […]