Health Professional Roles
Basic principles of the ECG In this article we will describe the basic principles of ECG (electrocardiogram) analysis. Introduction The electrocardiogram (ECG) is a key diagnostic tool in medicine, pr...
What are the titles and ranks of doctors in the NHS? In the United Kingdom, the titles and ranks used for doctors vary depending on their level of training, and experience. There are alot of them, man...
How do you read an ECG? The ECG (electrocardiogram) is a 3D picture of the heart. This is why it is so useful. Here is a summary of the 7 steps of ECG interpretation. Rate Rhythm (includes P wave) Axi...
List of medical schools in the UK There are currently 47 medical schools in the UK, registered with the GMC. Four are in the planning stage, so there will be 51 medical schools. Of the current forty-s...
History of medical schools in the UK In this article we will describe the history of medical schools in the UK. The first medical school in the United Kingdom was established at the University of Edin...
How to apply to medical school Getting into medical school in the UK is not easy. This article summarises 7 things you need to do. We will emphasise the long training, and need to have an empathetic a...
How to perform a breast examination – a simple medical student guide Start Wash hands Introduce yourself and include your role Ensure you have the correct patient, and they understand what will be hap...
How to examine the kidneys – and urinary system Urinary anatomy and physiology Urinary tract The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located on either side of the spine, just below the rib cage....
10 top tips to be a successful and happy doctor In this article we will list 10 top tips on how to be a successful and happy doctor. It is an honour and privilege being a doctor. We all want to be suc...
How to examine the abdomen – and gastrointestinal system Introduction (“WIPER”) W – Wash your hands I – Introduce yourself to the patient P – Permission. Explain th...
