MedCourse Audioblog

You Will Make Mistakes... and That’s Okay

In this audioblog, founder of MedCourse Dr James Davidson discusses why mistakes are an essential part of becoming a fantastic junior doctor, and shares some of the mistakes he made along the way.
 
While this article was aimed at FY1 doctors entering medicine for the first time on black Wednesday, it also acts as a reminder to all junior doctors to take care of themselves and practice self-care.

The 34 Best Free Resources for UK Junior Doctors 2022

In this episode of our AudioBlog we will cover the 34 best FREE resources for Junior Doctors working in the United Kingdom in 2022. Black Wednesday is coming up in the NHS, meaning that it's time for new FY1 doctors to step up to the plate, and for all our UK trainees to play musical chairs.To get the best out of your new placements, check out the new article on our blog for junior doctors UK.There is so much free guidance and support out there!Featuring:Mind the BleepMedProjectHubWesleyanMedics.AcademyBMJGeeky MedicsLife in the Fast Lane (LITFL)Radiopaedia.orgFigure 1Royal Society of MedicineInduction Healthcare Group PLCMDCalcResuscitation Council UKHEALTH TOOLBOXMedics Money
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Ultimate Guide to Internal Medicine Training (IMT) 2023

Have you ever sat in a medical handover, exhausted following 12 hours of extinguishing fires across the hospital, and listened to the conversation between medical trainees thinking “I have no idea what is happening”?
You’re not alone.
Internal Medicine Training (IMT) is the 3-year UK programme that aims to turn you from that dumbstruck foundation trainee into the legendary medical registrar – a hardened veteran of the acute take, master of the dumping grounds, wizard of the wards.
The “Internal Medicine Trainee” badge on your lanyard may still draw raised eyebrows from colleagues who had only just gotten their head around Core Medical Training (CMT), but with a transition to IMT in 2019, there’s still confusion over what an IMT is.
In this ultimate guide to IMT training we will walk you through what IMT is, the IMT curriculum, and what life as an IMT is like.
*This article about Internal Medicine Training (IMT) was written in March 2022, prior to the release of 2023 recruitment information from the JRCPTB. It will be updated as soon as information is released.
Already Know You Want to Apply to IMT?
Check out our articles on:
IMT Recruitment
IMT Application
IMT Interview
the PACES exam format 2023
 

Ultimate Guide to ACCS Training 2022

Adrenaline junkies rejoice! Take off your bike helmet, put down your coffee mug, and have a gander at the training options that Acute Care Common Stem (ACCS) brings to those who like their medicine with a little bit of thrill.
If you like a bit of variety in your work, ACCS brings you rotations across Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, Anaesthetics, and Intensive Care Medicine – giving you some flexibility in your future career.
Confused about how it all works? You’re not alone.
In this guide, we’ll go through the types of ACCS training available, whether you should apply for ACCS, and the ACCS curriculum.
If you're not sure which speciality you want to apply for, check out our speciality guides.

Internal Medicine Training (IMT) Recruitment Guide 2023

If you’ve checked out our Ultimate Guide to IMT and decided that Internal Medicine Training (IMT) is the programme for you, it’s time to prepare for your application. But how does recruitment for IMT work exactly?
In this guide to the IMT recruitment process, 2023 will go through recruitment eligibility, timeline, how programme preferences work, and other types of IMT like Acute Care Common Stem – Internal Medicine (ACCS-IM), and standalone IMY3.

Internal Medicine Training (IMT) Application and Scoring Guide 2023

So, you want to apply for Internal Medicine Training (IMT). You know it’s right for you, you’ve checked the person specification, and you’re ready to apply. So how do you apply for Internal Medicine Training (IMT) in 2023?
In this podcast, we will discuss how to apply for IMT and how to maximise your IMT application score.
If you're not sure how it all works, check out our IMT recruitment guide and IMT interview guide.

My COVID Meltdown | Dr Besu Asfaw

Dr Besu Asfaw, a doctor who has worked for MSF in resource-stricken areas, tells us about his experience travelling at the onset of the pandemic and working in the NHS during the crisis.It's our pleasure to publish this wonderful short story.Check out more medical experiences here.
 
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Internal Medicine Training (IMT) Interview Guide 2023

So, you’ve decided to apply for IMT, nailed your application, and have been shortlisted for an Internal Medicine Training (IMT) interview.
What next?
In this guide, we’ll run you through the IMT interview process, including sections of the interview and how to maximise your interview score. If you haven’t already, check out our ultimate guide to IMT, IMT recruitment guide, and IMT application scoring guide.

The Ultimate Guide to Quality Improvement Projects

Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) are a huge part of medical training in the UK. If done right, junior doctors and other clinicians can quickly and effectively run a quality improvement project that boosts their CV and enhances their career.
 
Learn how to get the most out of your quality improvement project.
 
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