Vol. 15 No. 3 (2023): BAPIOAC23 - National Conference
Opinions

Perspective of an International Medical Graduate in the UK: Trials, Tribulations, Survival Tips

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  • Sara Belal
Sara Belal
St George's University Hospital Foundation NHS Trust, London
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.38192/15.3.16

Published 2023-10-03

Keywords

  • IMG,
  • UK NHS,
  • medical education

How to Cite

Belal, S. (2023). Perspective of an International Medical Graduate in the UK: Trials, Tribulations, Survival Tips. Sushruta Journal of Health Policy & Opinion, 15(3). https://doi.org/10.38192/15.3.16

Copyright (c) 2023 Sara Belal

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Abstract

Creating better training programs, increasing funding for speciality training, taking complaints of bullying and harassment seriously, and providing a stable and supportive work environment are essential steps toward retaining the doctors who have long dreamed of serving in the NHS. By addressing these challenges and supporting IMGs, we can ensure that the NHS continues to provide high-quality care to patients while fostering a welcoming and equitable environment for all doctors, regardless of their country of origin.

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