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The Complete Guide To NHS Pay For Doctors
- 30 Aug 2022
An NHS doctor’s salary is more complicated than it might at first appear and varies according to grade, years in role, and where in the UK the job is based. NHS pay is reviewed annually by the Review Body on Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration (DDRB), who make recommendations to the government; new rates apply from the 1 st of April. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the latest pay scales for NHS doctors in the UK.
Five ways resident doctors can get involved in research
- 21 Nov 2024
- Tharanika Ahillan
The busy lives of UK resident doctors can mean they feel under pressure and research is just another call on their time. Tharanika Ahillan explains how she navigated clinical practice, exams and taking on research on top.
“The experience exceeded our expectations”
- 12 Nov 2024
Find out how BMJ helped this practice hire two Salaried GPs
Alka Ahuja: My Working Life as a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist
- 5 Nov 2024
Alka Ahuja, a doctor who specialises in child and adolescent psychiatry, answers questions about the highs and lows of her working life.
The Complete Guide To Becoming An Anaesthetist
- 5 Nov 2024
This complete guide explains what an anaesthetist does and how to become one.
Which are the most competitive medical specialties for NHS training posts?
- 18 Oct 2024
Your probability of gaining a training post in different specialties can vary hugely, but if you are clever you can maximise your chances. Find out more in our guide for medical trainees
Medico-legal issues to consider before pursuing a portfolio medical career
- 30 Sep 2024
- Dr Ellie Mein
Variety and a better work-life balance are the obvious draws of a portfolio career, but what are the potential medico-legal and ethical pitfalls to watch out for?
The Complete Guide To The Complete Guide To Becoming an Aviation and Space Medicine Doctor
- 18 Sep 2024
This article is a complete guide to aviation and space medicine for anyone considering a career in this field.
How should I deal with racist microaggressions at work?
- 18 Sep 2024
- Naeem Nazem
The psychological impact of racism can be significant so it is important to tackle in any workplace. International medical graduates are particularly at risk so how can they tackle it? Medico-legal expert Dr Naeem Nazem shares his advice.
My Top 6 Tips for passing MRCP Part 1 and Part 2
- 1 Jul 2024
- Tharanika Ahillan
UK doctor Tharanika Ahillan passed her MRCP Part 1 and 2 first time. Here she gives doctors wanting to pass the medical exam her tips.
The Ultimate guide to the Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) for GP trainees
- 8 May 2024
The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) has introduced a new way of examining clinical competence. This guide answers the most common questions about the new exam and explains what it involves.
“I didn’t want it to be a dirty secret" – how sharing a cancer and depression diagnosis taught a doctor to heal.
- 15 Apr 2024
- Adele Waters
Former breast surgeon Liz O’Riordan explains how having cancer three times and serious depression has led her to help people in a different way.
“A lot of people just wish I would shut up, but I won’t” – how a surgeon has made it his mission to stand up to bullies and discrimination.
- 29 Feb 2024
Orthopaedic surgeon and activist Simon Fleming explains why he has spent years trying to change the culture in health care to a safe and respectful one for patients and staff.
Getting to grips with the new Medical Licensing Assessment
- 10 Jan 2024
The way doctors join the UK medical register will change from 2024. This guide tells you everything you need to know.
Jonathan McAllister: My Working Life as a GP Working in Prisons
- 10 Jan 2024
Jonathan McAllister, Regional Medical Lead London Prisons and Immigration Removal Centres at Practice Plus Group, answers questions about the highs and lows of his working life.
A day in the life of: a medical director
- 3 Jan 2024
Gareth Jarvis is a medical director for Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL). He has been in the role for two years and here he runs through one day in his diary: 20th September 2023.
Putting you through your PACES — 20 essential facts about the updated clinical examination for physicians
- 20 Dec 2023
This guide tells you all the key things you need to know about the new membership exam for UK physicians.
David Okai: My Working Life as a Consultant Neuropsychiatrist
- 15 Nov 2023
David Okai, a consultant neuropsychiatrist and the associate medical director for national specialist services at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, answers questions about the highs and lows of his working life.
Tips For Clinicians On Writing Single Best Answer Questions
- 7 Nov 2023
Doctors in training are often asked to write single best answer (SBA) questions, which are used to test medical students’ and trainees’ skills in coursework and final examinations of most medical undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.
Tips For Answering Single Best Answer Exam Questions
- 7 Nov 2023
Single best answer (SBA) questions are a common feature of most UK undergraduate and postgraduate medical examinations so here are some tips for candidates on how to answer them.