It’s a well-known fact that it is harder for IMG doctors not only to pass standardized UK medical exams such as the MRCS, but also to get into Higher Specialty training (HST). This article looks at the actual statistics from published data and offers advise on how to improve your application chances. The studies show […]
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The journey towards achieving a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in surgery requires a systematic approach. The first step is to qualify for entry into UK specialty training. This is done through the process of national post-graduate medical or specialty recruitment, a once-a-year event that awards successful applicants with a National Training Number (NTN).
Roadmap to CCT: How-To Guide for IMGs to Secure a UK Surgical ST3 NTN Read More »
“Sometimes you cannot see the forest for the trees.” There are two routes to becoming a consultant specialist in the UK. The first involves undergoing the UK-specific specialty training programme, culminating in the attainment of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT). Alternatively, the second less conventional pathway involves securing a Certificate of Eligibility for
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‘What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.’ — Henry David Thoreau Embarking on a surgical career in the UK is a daunting commitment of 5-6 years of medical school, followed by 2 years of foundation and an additional 2 years of core training
