Another year and another outcome 51 in my ARCP2 to crown one of my hardest but also fulfilling years as a Surgical Trainee. My transition into becoming a Vascular Registrar was as equally humbling as it was exciting. This post highlights my key experiences and takeaways: 1. Did I choose the Right Specialty? 2. […]
Lessons from the First Year as a Vascular Surgery Trainee in UK & a “Failed” ARCP Read More »
A friend recently asked me how to make the most of their first ST3 placement. It prompted me to reflect on my own journey and consider the advice I’d give myself if I was starting again. Those early weeks can set the tone for your entire training year, getting it right from the start can
Your First 30 days as an ST3 Registrar in NHS placement: How to prepare Read More »
Entering specialty training in the UK has become more challenging over the years, as seen in the annually published competition ratios by Health Education England (HEE). For instance, applications for GP training rose from 5,166 in 2019 (with a competition ratio of 1.34:1) to 15,036 in 2024 (3.67:1). But what do these numbers signify, and
Rising Competition in UK Surgical Specialties and How to Maximise Your Chances Read More »
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
Boosting ST3 Surgical Training Applications: THE ODDS Read More »
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 »
‘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
