Thinking of a Career in Radiology? 5 Pros and 5 Cons for Doctors and Students Radiology is often described as the “eye of medicine.” In a modern hospital, almost every major clinical decis...
Building Trust with Patients (7 Principles) In healthcare, a diagnosis can be made from data, but a cure often requires a connection. While clinical information can tell you what is wrong, trust deter...
Is a Career as a General Practitioner (GP) Right for You?: 5 Pros and 5 Cons for Doctors and Students Choosing a career as a General Practitioner (GP) is a significant decision for any medical student...
Is a Career in Surgery Right for You? 5 Pros and 5 Cons for Doctors and Medical Students Surgery is often viewed as the most “glamorous” of the medical specialties, frequently depicted in ...
How to Get Into Medical School Without Traditional A-Levels: 6 Alternative Routes If you didn’t get the A-Level grades you hoped for, or if you are looking to change careers later in life, the d...
How to Register Your Baby with a GP Welcoming a new member to the family comes with a whirlwind of joy and a mountain of paperwork. Whilst it might feel like just another task on a long to-do list, re...
10 Common Reasons to Go to A&E Deciding whether to visit the Accident and Emergency (A&E) department can be stressful. To help you make the right choice, clinicians often use the CRASH-CABIN a...
How a Doctor Can Conduct an Effective Ward Round A ward round (WR) is more than just a clinical review; it is a complex multidisciplinary communication exercise. When executed well, it ensures patient...
Do Over 60s Get Free Prescriptions? Yes. In England, everyone aged 60 and over is entitled to free NHS prescriptions. Despite several years of government consultation regarding aligning the prescripti...
When to Take a Pregnancy Test Suspecting you might be pregnant can be an emotional rollercoaster. Whether you are hoping for a positive result or are concerned about an unplanned pregnancy, your first...
