Hello Dr Lavanya, thank you for your informative video. Please ans my following queries. 1.What do you mean by a non training job for those who have done Mcrp 1-2 and Paces ? 2.How to get in ST for IM as well as Surgery? 3.Is plab 2 needed ? Can we directly sit for MRCP/MRCS to get into speciality training? 4.How much time is required to become for example a cardiologist or a cardiothoracic surgeon after MRCP MCRS or after PLAB ? 5.What are the differences with government and private hospitals in UK ? 6.How is this different from pg in India ? 7.The expenses involved and the pay for a cardiologist or a cardiothoracic surgeon ? 8. Competitiveness in speciality like surgery and IM ? sorry for the lengthy post. Lots of love from India.
Hi, thank you. 1. Non-training jobs are trust grade/clinical fellow jobs. Training jobs will lead you towards obtaining a CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in that specialty. 2. IM?- Do you mean internal medicine. Once you have obtained your GMC licence, apply for a trust grade SHO job in UK first. This will give you experiance working in the UK. While you are on the trust grade job, ensure that you obtain the Foundation Achievement of Competency Document (FACD). You will need the FACD to apply for specialty training. If you wish to do one of the medical specialties- apply for internal medicine training IMT (3 years), then apply for specialty training after that (4 years). Then you will achive a CCT in that specialty. You will need to complete MRCP during the 3 years of IMT. If you wish to do one of the sugical specialties, after obtaining FACD- apply for core surgical training (2 years), then apply for the sugical specialty (ortho, ent, vascular, urology etc) you are interested in (4-5 years). Then you will achive a CCT in that surgical specialty. You will need to sit and pass the MRCS during the 2 years of core surgical training. 3. To work in the UK, you will need to complete all the parts of PLAB or MRCP or MRCS. You only need the MRCP and MRCS to enter into the higher specialty training as I mentioned above. Apart from the MRCP/MRCS- you will need to have experiance and complete the competencies equaivalent to the training programme before you apply to the next stage (higher specialty). 4. If you have not done any specialty training preciously, it will take 7 -8 years to become a cardiologist/ cardiothoracic surgeon. Cardiologist- 3 years (IMT), 4 years (cardiology specialty training. Cardiothoracic surgery (2 years ) (core surgical training (4-5 years cardiothoracic surgery). OR (7-8 years cardiothoracic surgery specialty training). 5. NHS hospitals are funded by the goverment. Private hospitals are not. All training jobs and most trust grade/clinical fellow jobs are in NHS hospitals. 6. Unfortunately, I can't help you with this question. I am not familiar with the PG process in India. 7. All specialty training in UK is free. You will be working for the trust/hospital while you train. You will earn a monthly salary as well. Specialty training in UK is not a masters/pHD where you are linked to a university. It is conducted by health education england. You can find the NHS pay scale for training doctors here www.nhsemployers.org/-/media/Employers/Documents/Pay-and-Conditions-Circular-MD-32018-270918.pdf Consultants earn around 100k/year. 8. IMT and CST is not competitive for IMG as long as you have completed the FACD and have some experience working in the UK. The higher specialty training - cardiology/ cardiothoracic can be competitive, so you need to have a good portfolio/cv before applying. Hope this helps. All the best.
@@lavnya70 hi dr.lavnaya.just one question,is there any speciality which does not require taking marcp/mrcs,i have heard obgy,radio ,paeds are speciality which doesnt require mrcp'thnaks .
Great video as always. I marveled at how articulate you are and how well you communicate with your audience on RUclips. Your videos are very valuable. Kindly share the links on communication skills training. Thanks.
Hi Ghion, do check out bdi resourcing. They help international doctors find work in the UK. Here is a link to their website bdiresourcing.com. They should be able to guide you through the application process. All the best.
Thanks Dr. Lavnya for your excellent video and always love to see your big smile. How's manpower of geriatrics and palliative medicine specialties in the United Kingdom? Is it easy to find a job in these 2 specialties in UK?
Best to obtain GMC registration by taking the UK specialty exam like MRCS/FRCS. After that, You can find jobs on NHS jobs www.jobs.nhs.uk or use a recruitment agency. bdiresourcing.com .You can normally secure a job faster using a recruitment agency.
Great video with positive energy I appreciate if you could do more videos . I just finished MRCP , now am in the process of GMC registration. I would like to ask you what are the essential clinical skills and procedures needed as SHO in UK ? And if I would like to go for Geriatrics is it easy without previous experience ? Thanks
Hi well done for completing the MRCP. SHOs are senior house officers in the UK. You must be able to do simple procedures- venesection, cannulation, ECGs, peak flows, cathetherisation, blood cultures, ABGs etc. Nothing to complicated. You will have adequate support from a senior doctor (registrar or consultant) if you need supervision or help. Yes, you will be able to go for Geriatrics. Geriatric medicine is not very competitive. You can ask for a geriatric/care of the elderly rotation while working in the UK. Thanks for your support. Hope this helps. All the best.
Hello mam..i am indian nursing student..great to watch you mam..you are very humble looking..very informative...i am requesting to you please make video on nursing profession...becas i wanna join NHS UK in near future...please give me information about nurses life in UK..Thank you..
Hai ! First of all let me appreciate you for the effort that’s been put to create such an informative video.. I have a query with regard to mrcp. Suppose I clear mrcp while working as a junior doctor in my country, should I still do CMT from uk? Or can I enter the speciality training.
Hi! Thank you. I am glad that the video was useful. Apart from the MRCP, to enter into the speciality training programme you will need to complete the competencies required and have a portfolio similar to a CMT trainee. You are also encouraged to have experiance working in the UK to be registered by the GMC.
This is really helpful thank you so much. Here are a few questions- 1. Is there an age limit for IMGs to get into specialty training? or do training programmes prefer any particular age group of applicants? 2. from where can I find out more info regarding pathways/eligibility criteria to get into radiology or an interventional radiology specialty training programme?
Thank you. Glad that you found the video was useful. 1. No there is no age limit for speciality training in UK. 2. You should be able to find all the information you need from the Royal College of Ragiologists website. www.rcr.ac.uk/clinical-radiology/specialty-training
Hi the best way to ensure you have a good portfolio is to look at the job/training you are applying. You need to show interest and commitment to the specialty. For example, try to do quality improvement projects, clinical audits, evidence of courses attended, teaching evidence, research and posters. These are just examples. You should at least have a few not all of the above.
HI Lavyna! Thank you for your very helpful videos for us international doctors wishing to work in the UK. Found scarce videos on this especially for internal medicine doctors. I am from Malaysia, and have completed two years of Foundation year equivalent training here and am 1.5 years into my CMT equivalent training here. I have passed the MRCP part 1 and 2 this year and am contemplating to pursue my internal medicine training further in the UK. Would appreciate if you might be able to share your insights and advice on these issues: 1. I plan to hopefully proceed with PACES in Malaysia prior to heading over to UK in view that I'll be exempt from PLAB should I have MRCP UK in hand. 2. I understand that even with MRCP, international graduates will most likely be given a non training post which might be not of my interested specialty to begin with. And Ive heard of many being stuck in such CF posts for years without being considered into ST3. 3. Do I still need to apply for CT1 posts if I do pass the MRCP ? 4. Ill only qualify for Round 2 for ST3 posts as an international graduate until I obtain a PR Status? Chances sound dismal for any hopes of entering competitive fields e.g. cardiology/ gastro for an international doctor as myself Sorry for the lengthy post. Would very much appreciate your insights and opinion on this matter Lavnya. Thanks !
Hi, i am malaysian as well. Nice to hear from you. Well done so far. I will try my best to answer your questions 1. Yes, if you have completed all parts for the MRCP you do not need PLAB to work here in the UK. 2. Yes, this is true. You are more likely to be offered a non-training post eg trust grade/clinical fellow job. But because you have completed the MRCP- you will be offered a medical registrar (ST3) job/role which is at a higher grade/pay than a SHO. You can apply for any speciality registrar trust grade job- eg gastro trust grade registrar. 3. With regards to specialty training, you have a few options. You can apply for IMT (new CMT), or get all the competencies equivalent to IMT training while doing your trust grade job. As long as you have met all the requirements- you can apply for specialty training -gastro, cardio, resp. 4. Yes, you will be offered a training post in clearing or once all the UK and EU candidates have been offered a post. It is still possible. Just be open, you might get a training post in a different location to where you wanted. eg nottingham instead of london. Make sure while you are in the trust grade job, you really concentrate on making a strong cv. Things like clinical audits, posters, quality improvement projects are what they focus on here. Your educational supervisor will be able to guide you to do this. 5. Just thought i mention this, if you have worked in UK as a trust grade doctor for 5 years, you will be able to apply for IRL and then british citizenship. Once you are on IRL or BC you can apply as a british candidate and have no visa restrictions. Let me know if you have any other questions.
@@lavnya70 Thanks so much for your very prompt and comprehensive reply ! It is very useful and I am really grateful for it. Always great to see another fellow Malaysian doing great overseas ! Hopefully I'll be able to join u there some day haha! Just wondering , which stage in the medical path are u currently at ? You've completed the CMT/IMT and will be applying into the specialty training programs? Thanks !!
@@tskhooo Hi, glad you found the information useful. I have completed CMT. I am currently an ST4 in acute medicine specialty training. I was only offered a training post in clearing/round 2. It is possible, even for competitive specialties like cardio/derm/gastro as long as you have a strong portfolio/cv.
Hi dr.lavanya. if we clear mrcp in India and apply for jobs in uk and if we don't have enough experience in internal medicine, will we be posted in st1? Please guide for a person who was on paraclinical subject and don't have enough clinical experience
Hi, I am soon to finish my MD in radiation oncology from India. I have published international papers during the course and an observer ship at Manchester in head and neck cancers. I plan to work in the UK please guide me which route is more appropriate between PLAB or FRCR and the prospects to work in clinical oncology with initial salary. Also if you can tell me how the MTI recruitments take place? Looking forward for your reply.
@@deepanjalipatel3959 if you plan to settle, MTI route will not be a good option. MTI is for doctors who want to return to their home country. If you want to pursue clinical oncology, you should consider PLAB/MRCP. Most oncologist here hold MRCP.
Hi Dr!Bless you for giving us so much great info!I’m a final year medical student in Malaysia.Is it compulsory for me to do and complete housemanship training in Malaysia in order to work in UK?Please reply me ,Dr.Thank you 😃
Lavnya Balenderan Anyway, 1.since housemanship training in Malaysia needs two years to complete,Can I take PLAB 1 after finishing only the first year of housemanship training? 2.How long does it usually takes to get a job in uk after gmc registration and all the job interviews based on most of the IMG so far that you know? 3.Is it a good choice of going back to homecountry after gmc registration done and doing skype job interview in home country instead of face to face interview in UK?Because,as we all know,staying in UK for a long time needs a lot of money to spend before having job Please reply me Dr.😃
@@mbsmh96 You can take PLAB after completing MBBS. Most people take it during internship. Do check out this video PLAB exam guide ruclips.net/video/87lceQTS6m0/видео.html 2. Most people secure a job between 3-4 months. 3. Yes, you can return to your home country to do skype interview.
Hello, Dr. Lavnya Balenderan. Thanks for such informations. However, I have got a few questions, if you can please answer. 1. Can you tell me the differences between PLAB and MRCS? What are the advantages of each over the other? 2. After completing PLAB or MRCS, how can one do post graduate, specialization and super-specialization on any subject or course in UK? 3. How would you guide me if I wanna be a Surgical Oncologist from UK? Can I expect a good scope of learning and practising in surgical oncology in UK? 4. Does foreign post graduate degrees prove any helpful for getting training or practising or to any other value in UK?
Hi, thank you. 1. PLAB is the medical licensing exam to register with the GMC and work as a doctor in the UK. MRCS is a surgical specialty exam. Doctors normally do the MRCS while doing core surgical training CST (2 years). After CST (2 years) and passing the MRCS, doctors can apply for higher surgical specialty training like vascular, general surgery, ENT, T&O, maxfax, plastics, etc. If you have completed any of the UK PG exams like MRCP/MRCS/MRCOG etc, you do not need to do the PLAB exam. You can register with the GMC if you have completed MRCS/MRCP/MRCPCH/MRCOG etc. 2. After PLAB and internship/FY2, doctors apply for core surgical training (CST) (2 years). After CST, apply for higher surgical specialty training in your desired surgical specialty eg vascular, general surgery, plastics etc. 3. You could consider a clinical fellow post in surgical oncology if you already have surgical experience and just want to gain UK experience. I am not a surgical trainee, so I can't really comment on the quality of training in UK vs other countries. 4. Yes, it will be considered but it will depend more on your clinical skills and experience.
Hi ! Thanks for your video ! I’m an international student, if I graduate from the UK medical school. 1. Do I need to take the English test for the FY1 and FY2 training program ? 2 . Do I need to take an English test for the registration with GMC ? Thanks for your help :)
Hi Dr. Lavanya, Very informative, precise, brief and to the point - thats how I'll describe your video. Very good work. Please help in clearing few of my doubts. 1. I have gone through the competition ratio for different specialty. So, not all get selected for their desired branch. Is there a second chance to apply, or that is the end of the road if you are not selected. 2. Selection depends on what? 3. I could see in the link, there is a selection process in each year of ST. So, how actually it works? I am interested in Paediatrics. 4. Can you please give me the total road map to becoming a consultant, for an international medical student, starting from PLAB. Thanks and regards.
If you don't get into your desired specialty, you can apply again in the next intake. The selection into specialty training will depend on you CV/portfolio and interview performance. After PLAB and GMC registration, apply for FY2 jobs in the UK. After FY2, you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty ie paediatrics specialty training (8 years). After that, you will become a paediatric consultant in UK.
hi im in my 7th years of medecine now and i wanna know how can i verify that my intershinp in my 6th and 7 th years is acceptable for a full gmc registration after passing plab exam i have contacted the gmc but until now i have no answer thank dr
Hi, try contacting BDI resourcing bdiresourcing.com . They help international doctors register and work in the UK. They might be able to advise you with regards to your internship.
Hi ! I am a eye doctor from India . I have done , MBBS and then Diploma in eye surgery . I have been a practicing eye specialist here in India with 15 years of experience. How can I get registration with the NHS ? And a job after that . As I wish to move to UK ! Regards.
Lavnya Balenderan , thanks for your prompt reply . Just wanted to know if I am eligible to take the ICO if I have done my diploma in eye surgery from India 15 years back ? My MBBSis recognised by the GMC , I have confirmed that . Thanks again
Hello Dr.lavnya...very informative video....Is there any fees for speciality training?? Do we get stipend during that period? If so how much? Thanks in advance🙂
Hi, there is no fees for specialty training. You work for the hospital while you train. You will receive a monthly salary. You can find the NHS salary scale here www.imgconnect.co.uk/news/2019/06/nhs-doctors-pay-scales-in-the-uk-explained/59#Consultant%20pay%20scale:%C2%A0
Hi, if your primary medical degree is not from UK or EU, you need to sit for PLAB or one of the UK specialty exams like MRCP/MRCS/MRCOG/MRCPCH etc to register with the GMC and work here.
hi, thank you for all the information. I have just registered to the GMC and I have started sending my cv to agencies for them to help with getting an FY2 in acute medicine. do you have any agency you recommend or any advice to a newly qualified doctor with no UK experience?
Hi Lavnya, may I know would the salary be different between training & non-training job? Besides, would they give you a formal certificate after completing GMC registration as an IMG?
There is no difference between the salary. The salary is based on your grade not on whether it is a training post or a non-training post. I don't think there is a certificate. You are just registered with the GMC. You can check any doctors registration on the GMC website. It is public.
Hiii,dear dr,I am a foreign graduate & have done my internship in Sri Lanka,loking forward to do my pg in uk in 2020,please guide me,how to apply,fees,any scholarships
Hi, well done. Start by doing PLAB. After obtaining PLAB and GMC registration, you can apply for trust grade FY2 jobs here. After FY2, you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty. There is no fees for specailty training in UK. You will be working for the hospital while you train. You will receive a monthly salary.
@@dr.buddhiofficial3912 The pay scales for junior doctors depends on your grade. Starts at 30K/year (basic). As you progress your pay increases. Consultants earn up to 100K/year.The cost of living, it depends on where you live and your social life.
i am a mbbs final year student from nepal , can i give plab exams in my internship? as the plab is going to be replaced by the ukmle . when is the last plab happening
Hello dr.Can you please answer a query ?During st3 application,while self assessing of scores for our portfolio ,do they accept evidence from our home country as well??or everything has to be from UK?
Hi Abishek. You normally do 3-4 nights in a row. Yes you normally have 2-3 days off after working nights. The hours for nights are maximum 12 hours. (You must have minimum 12 hours break/off time between each night shift). For normal day shift it is 9-5. Oncalls/long days are 9-9. Hope this helps.
@@anuragdas9318 You do not need to re-train again if you have already completed your specialty training in another country. So , you do not need to join ST3 (ST is a training pathway). You can apply for a trust grade/clinical fellow job and then apply for CESR.
Hi, just wondering is it possible for foreign med graduate from Indonesia to take MRCP even if he or she already 36 years of age and already a specialist in his or her country?
Hello ma’am I wanted to ask a few things . 1) After I complete PLAB 2 will I be starting from FY-2 or FY-1? 2) could you give some information about FY -2 competencies ? 3) for how many months or years do I have to do FY-2 ? Is there a fixed interval ?
After MBBS, internship and GMC registration, you can start as an FY2. FY2 is normally for one year. These are some of the competencies - 1. Venepuncture 2. IV cannulation 3. Prepare and administer IV medications and injections 4. Arterial puncture in an adult 5. Blood culture from peripheral sites 6. Intravenous infusion including the prescription of fluids 7. Intravenous infusion of blood and blood products 8. Injection of local anaesthetic to skin 9. Injection - subcutaneous (e.g. insulin or LMW heparin) 10. Injection - intramuscular 11. Perform and interpret an ECG 12. Perform and interpret peak flow 13. Urethral catheterisation (male) 14.Urethral catheterisation (female) 15. Airway care including simple adjuncts (e.g. Guedal airway or laryngeal masks)
Lavnya Balenderan thankyouuu so much for replying ! So after I complete FY-2 competencies , what stage am I at ? How does the upgrade from fy-2 to CT-1 work ? If I want to give MRCP/ MRCOG , at what stage should I give these exams ?
Hello . I'm final year medical student from India and I'm interested in working in England in next upcoming years . I wanna ask that after clearing plab exam do we need to prepare for another exam for being a specialist or consultant or a GP ?? . And if i have cleared my mrcp exam I'll enter into my specialty training . Is that so ?? And for being GP in England how many years of training is required if i have done my FY1 in India ?
Hi Nikhil. Yes, once you have done PLAB you are able to work here in the UK as a doctor. Once you have decided what specialty you want to do, you can apply for the specialty training programme. There are seperate exams for the different specialties. If you have done MRCP- you can apply for the medical specialties- gastro, resp, cardio etc. If you want to enter into GP or surgical specialties- you need different exams for the respected specialties. GP training is 3 years in total after you have done FY1 and FY2. Hope this helps. All the best.
It depends on your clincal experience. If you have 2-3 years of internal medicine experience and complete MRCP, you can apply for a registrar level post.
@@drkartikrao6256 I am not really sure. Most doctors here do internal medicine training (IMT) (2-3 years), before becoming a medical registrar. I think you need to do something similar to that in your home country or be able to show that you have gained all the competencies/experience of an IMT doctor.
Hi maam i m from india I know about directly i prepare for plab or mrcp because mrcp all part is available in india & which exam is better with passing rate & i complete my mbbs only therefore maam u provide best route for practice in uk. And now recent changes indian doctors examption of ielts exam then i direct apply for plab?? Thank you so much maam
Hi, yes you can do either exams. It will depend on what specialty you want to do and your experience. If you are interested in the medical specialties (derm, resp, cardio, gastro etc) and have experience in internal medicine you can do the MRCP. If you are a newly qualified doctor or want to do other specialties like surgery, paeds, obgyn etc then go for the PLAB exam. PLAB is a lot easier than MRCP. Most doctors only attempt the MRCP 2-3 years after medical school. PLAB you can do directly after medical school.
@@drketulchaudhary3174 Hi, to apply for ST3 higher medical specialties (eg gastro, cardio, derm, resp, neuro etc) you need to have completed internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years) and MRCP. If you do not have IMT, you need to be able to demonstrate that you have the experience and competencies equivalent to an IMT trainee doctor. You can find more information on the eligibility criteria for ST3 higher medical specialty recruitment here www.st3recruitment.org.uk/recruitment-process/timeline
@@lavnya70 Thanks for your response and good videos.I have NO plans for Plab/MRCP right now...just took OET...Can you please tell me what would be my placement in the UK?..Thanks
Hello dr lavnya, I have completed my pg in radiology from India. If I give frcr now will I be able to work in uk. Do I need to undergo more training program to be eligible to work there.
Yes, you can use FRCR to obtain GMC registration and apply for radiology jobs here. If you are already a radiology consultant in another country, you don't need to repeat the training programme here. However, it will depend on your CV/portfolio and experience if you need extra training.
@@lavnya70 is the 48 hrs of working per week strictly followed? is the medical registrar job very stressful amd hectic? how was your experience as a medical registrar?
@@drkartikrao6256 Yes, as per the junior doctors contract. Med reg job is busy. Do check out this video on being a med reg ruclips.net/video/BD_YhM7CgTk/видео.html
@@lavnya70 Hello, thank you so much for the reply! Your videos are very helpful. I really need your help regarding this. What do I need to do to get into speciality training in psychiatry after passing PLAB and finishing FY1?
hi Dr lavanya , thankyou for your informative video , i have been following your videos , while reading in the comment section below , you replied to one person that post graduation from foreign countries will be counted . i didnt actually get this, could you give me more info about it ? thankyou
I'm 4 th year medical student in Ukraine. Please can you help me I'm starting to prepare for work in 2022 in UK Scotland what are the guides exams and steps I need to follow ?
Greaf video. My ques is if someone jas completed all parts of mrcp howevrr just worked in internal medicine while completing mrcp .then what are the chances to directly get into speciality training.?
Hi, to apply for higher medical specialty training, you need to have completed MRCP and internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years). If you want to skip IMT, you need to be able to demonstrate that you have achieved the competencies and experience of an IMT trainee doctor. You can find the full eligibility criteria here. www.st3recruitment.org.uk Most IMGs do a trust grade job for 6-12 months here before applying for specialty training. This will give you NHS experience and help you prepare for the specialty training applications.
@@lavnya70 i finished my internship in 2016 then had some gap .then i got training in critical care medicine for 15 months after that i shifted to internal medicine have already completed a year and abiut to start second year now. So m not sure that expereince of critical care they will consider in domain of int medixine or not.
@@raisamuhammad6148 Hi, yes, your experience in critical care is part of internal medicine. Most doctors here do intensive care as part of internal medicine training (IMT).
@@raisamuhammad6148 Hi, try and keep a log book with all the procedures/ cases you have done. Your clinical supervisor/ senior doctor should be able to sign it off. It would be good to have a recommendation letter noting that you have gained all the necessary competencies as well.
Hello Maam , I did my mbbs in 2010 and MD BIOCHEMISTRY in 2016. I want to settle in UK. Can I apply for junior doctor and work as a junior doctor without PLAB ? Will my mbbs degree enable me to do that. Will IELTS score help. Thank you so much for the amazing work that you are doing
Dr... what's the duration of mbbs in uk....like how much u spent after school to fy2.... what's mbbs called in uk....do u hv to pass any test after grade12....thanks in advance
@@lavnya70 ok...that means mbbs 5yr....plab1,2. 1yr.....fy 2yr....imt 3yr.....st 4yr..... total 15yrs to become consultant....am i right??....thanks dr
Hi... After completing my PLAB 2 ... What is the procedure to pursue post graduation in dermatology.. Which exam is to be given.. What is the exact process? How much time it will take to finish dermatology? What is the passing percentage of that post graduation exam? Is it easy to get dermatology?
Hi, once you have done PLAB- apply for a trust grade job here in the UK (for maybe 6-12 months). This will let you gain experiance working in the UK and gain the competencies you need to apply for Internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years). Once you have completed IMT- apply for specialty training in dermatology (4 years). Then you are done. Dermatology is one of the competitive medical specialties. But it is still achievable if you have a good portfolio. During your IMT, make sure you do audits/quality improvement projects/posters related to dermatology to show your comittment to the specialty. During IMT, you will need to complete the MRCP. And during dermatology specialty training, you will need to sit for the dermatology SCE. There are no other exams. Specialty training in UK is not exam focus. Most candidates do pass the specialty exam. Btw, this route is for junior doctors (1-2 years after medical school). If you are already a dermatology specialist in another country, you can apply via a different route. Hope this helps.
Thank you .... One more thing... MRCP exam is tough or easy.. What is the passing percent of MRCP and I will easily get IMT training or it is difficult to apply for IMT...
@@faizanalikhan6764 MRCP is a postgraduate exam. If you prepare well, you should be able to pass. You don't need MRCP to apply for IMT. IMT is not competitive, so as long as you have met all the requirements, you should be able to get a place.
@@faizsama465 Hi, it will depend on the hospital and the recruitment team. You can try contacting BDI resourcing. They help international doctors secure a job in the UK. bdiresourcing.com
Hi, the salary will depend on your grade, experience and the hours you work. You can find more information on the NHS pasy scale here www.imgconnect.co.uk/news/2019/06/nhs-doctors-pay-scales-in-the-uk-explained/59#Consultant%20pay%20scale:%C2%A0
Hi! Dr.Lavanya . Thanks for this information ❤❤. My question is what if a person who has done FCPS from Pakistan in gynaecology and obstetrics, how can he apply for CESR. And what are the requirements to get CESR? Please do make a complete video on CESR . Lots of love from Pakistan ❤❤
Dr. Lavanya thanks for your quick answer much much appreciated ❤❤. Never seen someone so humble. I have read this whole article but I'm just a bit confused as to about the documentation to be added for application ? Please do make a video regarding CESR complete. It's much needed. Waiting for it.❤
Hi nice videos keep updating I'm Dr hashim doin my residency in anaesthesia in India. I would like to know if I clear edaic from India wat are my chances to get into st3?
Tat S European diploma in anaesthesia and critical care . Once we clear tat we get exemption from frca part 1.thats y I wanted to knw if we can enter directly at St3 speciality training
hello there, could you shed some light on the following questions 1)is it possible to write plab even after not practising after med school,like i passed out in 2015,till now i havnt practised,will that hinder in any way (and if i have to work what speciality should i prefer to boosts my chances eg:emergency med) 2)is it possible to get into derm residency and how is it based on scores/nationality 3)what are the residency programs easy for img to get through 4)is it advisable to finish mrcp also 5)how long does it require to pass plab and mrcp
Hi thank you for watching the video. 1. You can still sit for the PLAB exam even if you have not practised. As long as you put in the required work for the exam you should be able to pass. I would suggest applying for a trust grade job, if you are thinking of working in UK. Some trust grade jobs are rotational so you do 4-6 months in different speciality as a junior doctor. This will give you a chance to see how the system works and which speciality you are interested in. 2. If you are thinking about dermatology, once you have completed your PLAB and have have obtained all you Foundation Year 2 competencies ( you will be able to do this while working as a trust grade) apply for internal medicine training (IMT). IMT is for 3 years. 3. The comepetition ratio varies for different speciality. Have a look at the competition ratio for 2018 (linked in the description box of this video). If you are not a resident in UK, your application will be subjected to labour market testing. Having said that, if you are not to fussed about where you train, you should be able to get your preferred speciality. Do make sure that you have a good portfolio and it is relevant to the speciality. 4. You only need complete MRCP during your IMT. So you still have some time. 5. It really depends on how much work you put in and if you have other commitments. Have a look at the sample questions for PLAB . This will help you gauge how hard the test is and how much work you need to put in.
Hi, yes you can. You will need to do the PLAB exam. After that, apply for GMC registration. Then you can apply for the UK foundation programme or foundation (trust grade) jobs here.
I am going to attend interview in Feb for CT1 and if selected, the post starts in Aug22. Meanwhile if I join in PG course in India, will I get deferred date to join in the training post? How does it work in UK?
Yes, apply for a trust grade/fellowship job in surgery to begin with. After some experiance working in UK, apply for higher surgical specialty training.
Hello doctor, I have one question to ask. I am an Indian medical student and pursuing my medical studies from ukraine. I read in the GMC guideline that one needs to complete an year of internship or complete FY1 & FY2 to be elegible to sit in the Plab exam. So my question is that as a IMG can I enter in the UK medical foundation program or is it available only for the UK medical grads ? If its possible then how hard or easy it is for an IMG to enter in the foundation program in the UK? Is there a tution fee that one has to pay while in their FYs ? Please do answer waiting for your earliest response.
Hi, yes you can apply to enter the foundation programme in UK. It is comepetitive for IMG as the places are limited. You should be able to find all the information regarding the application process, timeline, PLAB on here www.foundationprogramme.nhs.uk. Alternatively, if you do not manage to get a place, try applying for a trust grade FY1 or clinical fellow FY1 (foundation fellowship programme). For this, you apply to the hospital/trust directly. www.jobs.nhs.uk Search for foundation doctor jobs. Both routes are free and there is no tuition fee. You will need to apply for a visa and there will be a charge for that.
Hi, I am Arun Govind, I have finished my post graduation in otorhinolaryngology from India, want to get speciality training from uk..iam really confused how to go about..iam trying for Mrcs too.. it would be grateful if you could guide me..thank you dr lavnya
@@arungovindk1556 Hi, i don't really understand. If you have completed your specialty training, you are already a specialist? Do you need more training here?
Lavnya Balenderan okay..I just got my degree, so I feel further training can add on to my experience and to get used to the guidelines and protocols that they follow in UK ..Iam little confused..I don know the right way to go ahead...what do u think is the right way
@@arungovindk1556 Hi, it is probably best to apply for a trust grade/clinical fellow job in surgery here. After working in that post for 6-12 months, you can apply for specialty training or go for the CESR route. Check out BDI resourcing, they help international doctors work in the UK. bdiresourcing.com
Thank you for your kind explanation . I have some question 1 I will be graduate May 2020 and I’m going to take the same year plab1 exam , means skipping the PG internship would that effect my gmc registration 2 if so , how it will be ( FY1 , FY2 ) difficult to get or ? After plab2
Hi, once you complete PLAB 2 you should be able to register with the GMC. What do you mean by skipping PG internship? Have you done internship already? IMG can apply for the foundation programme but it is via the 'eligibility route' . It is more competitive but still possible.
Lavnya Balenderan no i didn’t not do internship ( I’ll be finish mbbs next year May 2020 ) U said you can get foundation programme in a eligible route , what are those routes ?
@@effective12minutes34 Hi, you should be able to find the eligibility criteria and how to apply on the foundation programme website. www.foundationprogramme.nhs.uk
After MBBS in India, what exam would you take if you wanted to get into a cardiac surgery residency? PLAB or MCERP? I’m confused about the difference between them. Also, would I have to take any extra courses or clinical rotations after MBBS before getting into residency? And if after completing my residency, I wanted to shift to the US to do my fellowship, would that be possible?
I am not sure if the specialty training in UK is recognised in US and if it is possible to switch. This is the pathway to become a cardiothoracic surgeon in the UK After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in the UK. (Route 1) After FY2(1 year), apply for cardiothoracic training (8 years). Alternatively (route 2), after FY2, you can apply for core surgical training CST (2 years), then higher surgical training in cardiothoracics (6 years). Both routes, you need to take MRCS and FRCS during the training period.
Lavnya Balenderan Thank you sincerely for your reply. Would the internship be the one included in the MBBS course? (1 year of internships) or would we still have to do internships in the UK? Also, how hard is it to get selected into residency if I pass PLAB? (Especially for a cardiothoracic residency)
@@anjaligupta6489 Do check out my video on the competition ratio for specialty training- ruclips.net/video/fAftIp8z20E/видео.html Internship done overseas can be counted if it meets the GMC's requirements www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-the-register/before-you-apply/check-if-your-practical-training-internship-is-acceptable
Lavnya Balenderan Thank you so much!! You’ve really helped me out with this and made things a lot more clear. Thank you for your effort and videos, and I wish you all the best with your medical career!😊
hello ms i just have one question which is that after doing mbbs inernship and speciality in Pakistan can we find a job in uk or we have to do any other course as well
Hiii!! Thanks for the video. I have some questions if you could be so kind,, 1. As i have yearlag in 1st prof for some serious reasons, am i eligible for Plab ? 2.Will 3 years of training after plab be included for the 5 years must stay for ILR? 3. When and how can i apply permanent residency in UK for my family (My would be wife, mom and dad)?
Hi, thank you. 1. Yes, you should still be eligible to sit for PLAB. If, you are still not sure about breaks in medical practice, do check with the GMC. www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-the-register/breaks-in-practice 2. You will need 5 years in total working in UK on a tier 2 visa before you can apply for ILR. 3. Once you have obtained a job here, you can apply for a spousal visa (wife) and a dependant visa for your parents.
Hi, it will depend in your medical degree. Some mbbs have internship in the programme itself. It is best to check with the GMC/PLAB board if you are able to take the exam.
Hello doctor I am little bit confused 🤷♂️ regarding after Plab scenario. After clearing Plab examination if I will sit for an interview is there any criteria or minimum experience should be there to apply for job ?
Not really. If you are a newly qualified doctor, you can apply for FY2 post after PLAB. If you have more experience, you can apply for a more senior post. Do check out this video AFTER PLAB- WHAT NEXT? ruclips.net/video/Jtn99p6VgDk/видео.html and Do check out this video on UK doctors grades/titles ruclips.net/video/vAD0tsuwEF8/видео.html
Hi, I did the foundation year 1 and 2 here in UK. I guess this is equaivalent to the internship. It depends on your medical school qualifications. It is best to check with the General Medical Council (GMC) before applying.
Hlo...ty for all da infrmtn dr😊. Can you plz help me to know more about st3 level. What all branches i can apply for st post after i do my MRCP(all 3 levels mrcp1 mrcp2 and paces)from india.
Hi, after MRCP and internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years), you can apply for any higher medical specialties. If you have not done IMT, do make sure that you are able to demonstrate that you have gained all the competensies and experience of an IMT doctor. You can find more information about the ST3 application for all the specialties here. You can also check the eligibility criteria to apply. www.st3recruitment.org.uk
Hi, it will depend on the route you apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR). Most full time doctor jobs should enable you to apply for ILR after 5 years.
Hey lavanya i have finished my master of surgery in india in neurosurgery ..how can i start working in the uk with good earning..pls say as like u i too love living in uk ..pls Edit: thank u♥️♥️
Hi, to apply for GMC registration, you can do PLAB or one of the UK specialty exam like MRCS. MRCS is will be a good option for you with a background of surgery. After GMC registration, you can apply for jobs here like fellowship jobs in neurosurgery. You can find jobs on nhs jobs. www.jobs.nhs.uk
Hi ma’am .. i hav completed my internal medicine M.D. in India.. I would like to work in the UK. And also I want to specialise in endocrinology.. which is the best route u suggest ma’am ?
Hi, it will be best to apply for ST3 specialty training in endocrinology. You can check the eligibility criteria and guidance here. www.st3recruitment.org.uk
Lavnya Balenderan Thank u very much ma’am.. is MRCP required for the training ? And can u please give me your e-mail I’d for further query ma’am ... Your videos are really amazing and Thank u for helping UK aspirants ma’am.. I have been searching everywhere but your videos are just AWESOME
@@vasusrimnbvcxz Hi, thank you. Yes, to apply for ST3 specialty training in endocrinology, you need to complete MRCP and also internal medicine training (IMT)/equivalent. My email is lavnya70@gmail.com
HELLO LAVANYA IF I COMPLETE MRCP FROM INDIA AND APPLY IN UK...CAN I TRY FOR DERMATOLOGY POSTS?IF I DO MRCP FROM INDIA WILL I HAVE ANY PROBLEMS COMPARED TO UK MRCP GRADUATES?I MEAN REGARDING JOBS AND SETTLING IN UK POST MRCP FROM INDIA?
What kind of jobs should I apply to after plab 2 exam if I am interested in MD histopathology? Can I directly get a training job in histopathology after plab 2 if I have completed my MBBS and internship in India?
Hi, you should apply for trust grades jobs just to gain some NHS experiance and to gain your FY2 competencies. You will need to have the competensies in order to apply for histopathology speciality.
HEY MAM I GRADUATED IN 2015... THEN DONE PG FROM CHINA IN DERMATOLOGY ?SO WHAT YOU SUGGEST ?SHOULD I DO PLAB OR MRCP FOR SECURING JOB IN UK ?AND WANTED TO CONFIRM FOR PLAB DO THEY PRIORITIZE FRESH GRADUATES..THANKS
@@muhamadirfan397 Hi, it will depend on how much time you are willing to put in daily. Part 1 normally takes 3-4 months to prepare. I don't think you need IELETS for the MRCP, but you might need it for GMC registration.
@@muhamadirfan397 Great. I used the pastest question bank. It will give you and idea of the type of questions that come up. If there is something you are not familiar with, read around the topic. www.pastest.com
AFTER COMPLETING MRCP, HOW CAN ONE APPLY IN THE UK. HOW MUCH TIME WOULD IT TAKE TO GET A JOB AND START WORKING. CAN ONE APPLY FOR SPECIALITY TRAINING STRAIGHT. OR DO WE REQUIRE TO WORK AS A GP BEFORE APPLYING FOR SPECIALITY TRAINING
Hi, after completing MRCP, you can apply for GMC registration here. Once you have obtained GMC registration, you can apply for a job here. You should get a job almost immediately as there are so many doctor jobs (trust grade) available. Once you have worked here for 6-12 months, and have obtained all the competencies, you can apply for speciality training. Ideally you should have some experiance working in the NHS before applying for speciality training. General practice (family medicine) is a different speciality and has its own training pathway. What speciality would you like to do?
Mam after completng internship in india we can write MRCS exam. Madam any fee is to be paid by us or after passing mrcs exam we can earn salary by joining speciality training mam ILETS exam should also we should write mam
Yes, you can do MRCS after internship. Specialty training programme is free. You work for the hospital while you train. You will also receive a monthly salary. Check if you need IELTS www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-the-register/before-you-apply/evidence-of-your-knowledge-of-english
Madam during internship we can write mrcs part1 is it possible to write mrcs during internship after completeing intership then we can write mrcp part2 is this procedure is best madam
Hi Sajith. Well done for studying medicine. Hope your course goes well. There are lots of work opportunities for doctors in the UK. Once you have completed your medical degree, consider doing the PLAB exam and then you will be able to work and specialize in the UK.
@@izakmizrahi8569 Hi, it depends on your medical school. Some medical schools have a 5/6 year programme where the internship is integrated into the medical degree. If you have not done the internship, you can apply for a Foundation Year 1 grade job in UK- this is equivalent to an internship. You must do PLAB exam to be registered with the medical council here for any medical job. Hope this helps and all the best.
Hi doctor.... i completed my mbbs this year in March with 1 year of internship from India and took a complete year of gap ... planning to give my plab exams next year ..... any advice for me.... like what course to apply to after my plabs??? Also should i take a job here in India next year while my plab exams are going on..ll it help or is it unnecessary?? Also for a speciality like paediatrics or radiology do we need mrcp after core training?
Hi, it is best to keep working as the GMC likes doctors to be 'in clinical practice' before applying. After PLAB, you can register with the GMC and work in the UK. Apply for a trust grade FY2/ SHO post. Once you have done FY2 here, you can apply for specialty training. No, MRCP is not needed if you want to pursue paediatrics/radiology. MRCP is only needed for the medical specialties like resp, cardio, derm, rheum, gastro etc. Paeds and radiology has its own PG exams.
@@arnabroychowdhury9366 No, it shouldn't. There is no fixed gap period. It is up to you how long you take. You must account for your gap year, ie reasons for taking a career break. When you return to clinical practice, you might need a phased return.
Hii dear,which visa is required during foundation years?if it's tier 2,is it easy to get it,I mean will hospitals sponsor img's easily?and if I get a FY2 post,can I sponsor my husband as a dependant?sorry for the long post,hoping for a reply soon🙂
As long as you have secured a job- you can easily apply for the visa. Yes, the hospital will be your sponsor for the tier 2 general visa. Yes, once you have obtained a tier 2 visa, you can apply for a dependent visa for your husband.
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Hello Dr Lavanya, thank you for your informative video.
Please ans my following queries.
1.What do you mean by a non training job for those who have done Mcrp 1-2 and Paces ?
2.How to get in ST for IM as well as Surgery?
3.Is plab 2 needed ? Can we directly sit for MRCP/MRCS to get into speciality training?
4.How much time is required to become for example a cardiologist or a cardiothoracic surgeon after MRCP MCRS or after PLAB ?
5.What are the differences with government and private hospitals in UK ?
6.How is this different from pg in India ?
7.The expenses involved and the pay for a cardiologist or a cardiothoracic surgeon ?
8. Competitiveness in speciality like surgery and IM ?
sorry for the lengthy post.
Lots of love from India.
Hi, thank you.
1. Non-training jobs are trust grade/clinical fellow jobs. Training jobs will lead you towards obtaining a CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in that specialty.
2. IM?- Do you mean internal medicine. Once you have obtained your GMC licence, apply for a trust grade SHO job in UK first. This will give you experiance working in the UK. While you are on the trust grade job, ensure that you obtain the Foundation Achievement of Competency Document (FACD). You will need the FACD to apply for specialty training. If you wish to do one of the medical specialties- apply for internal medicine training IMT (3 years), then apply for specialty training after that (4 years). Then you will achive a CCT in that specialty. You will need to complete MRCP during the 3 years of IMT.
If you wish to do one of the sugical specialties, after obtaining FACD- apply for core surgical training (2 years), then apply for the sugical specialty (ortho, ent, vascular, urology etc) you are interested in (4-5 years). Then you will achive a CCT in that surgical specialty. You will need to sit and pass the MRCS during the 2 years of core surgical training.
3. To work in the UK, you will need to complete all the parts of PLAB or MRCP or MRCS.
You only need the MRCP and MRCS to enter into the higher specialty training as I mentioned above. Apart from the MRCP/MRCS- you will need to have experiance and complete the competencies equaivalent to the training programme before you apply to the next stage (higher specialty).
4. If you have not done any specialty training preciously, it will take 7 -8 years to become a cardiologist/ cardiothoracic surgeon.
Cardiologist- 3 years (IMT), 4 years (cardiology specialty training.
Cardiothoracic surgery (2 years ) (core surgical training (4-5 years cardiothoracic surgery). OR (7-8 years cardiothoracic surgery specialty training).
5. NHS hospitals are funded by the goverment. Private hospitals are not. All training jobs and most trust grade/clinical fellow jobs are in NHS hospitals.
6. Unfortunately, I can't help you with this question. I am not familiar with the PG process in India.
7. All specialty training in UK is free. You will be working for the trust/hospital while you train. You will earn a monthly salary as well. Specialty training in UK is not a masters/pHD where you are linked to a university. It is conducted by health education england.
You can find the NHS pay scale for training doctors here www.nhsemployers.org/-/media/Employers/Documents/Pay-and-Conditions-Circular-MD-32018-270918.pdf
Consultants earn around 100k/year.
8. IMT and CST is not competitive for IMG as long as you have completed the FACD and have some experience working in the UK. The higher specialty training - cardiology/ cardiothoracic can be competitive, so you need to have a good portfolio/cv before applying.
Hope this helps. All the best.
@@lavnya70 hi dr.lavnaya.just one question,is there any speciality which does not require taking marcp/mrcs,i have heard obgy,radio ,paeds are speciality which doesnt require mrcp'thnaks .
Great video as always. I marveled at how articulate you are and how well you communicate with your audience on RUclips. Your videos are very valuable. Kindly share the links on communication skills training. Thanks.
Thank you very much! Amazingly informative and very positive video. I love how calm and organised you are. Thank you Dr Lavanya!
Thank you!
Thank you madam, highly informative, 🙏🙏
You're welcome.
Thanks for making this video 💓
Nice video👍 could you please make a video on how to maintain a eportfolio
Thank you. Yes, i will try and do one soon.
Hi could you please do a video on how to make a perfect portfolio for core training
Thank you for all the information.
You are welcome.
ty for all these information dr:)
Welcome!
Great video. Thank you 🙏🏽
hi thank you could you walk us through the application process, lots of love.
Hi Ghion, do check out bdi resourcing. They help international doctors find work in the UK. Here is a link to their website bdiresourcing.com. They should be able to guide you through the application process. All the best.
Coukd you talk bout the frcs and how to appky for that as well
Hi, sorry I am not very familiar with FRCS. My background is internal medicine.
thanks for sharing
My pleasure. You're welcome.
Thanks Dr. Lavnya for your excellent video and always love to see your big smile. How's manpower of geriatrics and palliative medicine specialties in the United Kingdom? Is it easy to find a job in these 2 specialties in UK?
Hi, thank you. Yes, geriatrics is a growing specialty in the UK due to the ageing population. It is relatively easy to find a job in geriatrics here.
Beautiful !
Hello Doctor I am Dr Vivek Ambedkar Plastic surgeon from India I want to practice in UK as plastic surgeon what I have to do thanks
Best to obtain GMC registration by taking the UK specialty exam like MRCS/FRCS.
After that, You can find jobs on NHS jobs www.jobs.nhs.uk or use a recruitment agency. bdiresourcing.com .You can normally secure a job faster using a recruitment agency.
@@lavnya70 thank you so much for your information
Great video with positive energy
I appreciate if you could do more videos .
I just finished MRCP , now am in the process of GMC registration.
I would like to ask you what are the essential clinical skills and procedures needed as SHO in UK ?
And if I would like to go for Geriatrics is it easy without previous experience ?
Thanks
Hi well done for completing the MRCP. SHOs are senior house officers in the UK. You must be able to do simple procedures- venesection, cannulation, ECGs, peak flows, cathetherisation, blood cultures, ABGs etc. Nothing to complicated. You will have adequate support from a senior doctor (registrar or consultant) if you need supervision or help.
Yes, you will be able to go for Geriatrics. Geriatric medicine is not very competitive. You can ask for a geriatric/care of the elderly rotation while working in the UK.
Thanks for your support. Hope this helps. All the best.
@@lavnya70 Thank you
I am planning for PLAB can you guide with that... And what is the chance of getting dermatology as Post graduate course in UK
Hello mam..i am indian nursing student..great to watch you mam..you are very humble looking..very informative...i am requesting to you please make video on nursing profession...becas i wanna join NHS UK in near future...please give me information about nurses life in UK..Thank you..
Thank you. I am not familiar with the nursing pathway here for international nurses. So, I can't really help with this. Sorry.
@@lavnya70 its ok mam
Hai ! First of all let me appreciate you for the effort that’s been put to create such an informative video..
I have a query with regard to mrcp.
Suppose I clear mrcp while working as a junior doctor in my country, should I still do CMT from uk? Or can I enter the speciality training.
Hi! Thank you. I am glad that the video was useful. Apart from the MRCP, to enter into the speciality training programme you will need to complete the competencies required and have a portfolio similar to a CMT trainee. You are also encouraged to have experiance working in the UK to be registered by the GMC.
This is really helpful thank you so much.
Here are a few questions-
1. Is there an age limit for IMGs to get into specialty training? or do training programmes prefer any particular age group of applicants?
2. from where can I find out more info regarding pathways/eligibility criteria to get into radiology or an interventional radiology specialty training programme?
Thank you. Glad that you found the video was useful.
1. No there is no age limit for speciality training in UK.
2. You should be able to find all the information you need from the Royal College of Ragiologists website. www.rcr.ac.uk/clinical-radiology/specialty-training
P.S. Please explain what comprises of a reasonable portfolio in your next video
Hi the best way to ensure you have a good portfolio is to look at the job/training you are applying. You need to show interest and commitment to the specialty. For example, try to do quality improvement projects, clinical audits, evidence of courses attended, teaching evidence, research and posters. These are just examples. You should at least have a few not all of the above.
HI Lavyna! Thank you for your very helpful videos for us international doctors wishing to work in the UK. Found scarce videos on this especially for internal medicine doctors. I am from Malaysia, and have completed two years of Foundation year equivalent training here and am 1.5 years into my CMT equivalent training here. I have passed the MRCP part 1 and 2 this year and am contemplating to pursue my internal medicine training further in the UK. Would appreciate if you might be able to share your insights and advice on these issues:
1. I plan to hopefully proceed with PACES in Malaysia prior to heading over to UK in view that I'll be exempt from PLAB should I have MRCP UK in hand.
2. I understand that even with MRCP, international graduates will most likely be given a non training post which might be not of my interested specialty to begin with. And Ive heard of many being stuck in such CF posts for years without being considered into ST3.
3. Do I still need to apply for CT1 posts if I do pass the MRCP ?
4. Ill only qualify for Round 2 for ST3 posts as an international graduate until I obtain a PR Status? Chances sound dismal for any hopes of entering competitive fields e.g. cardiology/ gastro for an international doctor as myself
Sorry for the lengthy post. Would very much appreciate your insights and opinion on this matter Lavnya. Thanks !
Hi, i am malaysian as well. Nice to hear from you. Well done so far. I will try my best to answer your questions
1. Yes, if you have completed all parts for the MRCP you do not need PLAB to work here in the UK.
2. Yes, this is true. You are more likely to be offered a non-training post eg trust grade/clinical fellow job. But because you have completed the MRCP- you will be offered a medical registrar (ST3) job/role which is at a higher grade/pay than a SHO. You can apply for any speciality registrar trust grade job- eg gastro trust grade registrar.
3. With regards to specialty training, you have a few options. You can apply for IMT (new CMT), or get all the competencies equivalent to IMT training while doing your trust grade job. As long as you have met all the requirements- you can apply for specialty training -gastro, cardio, resp.
4. Yes, you will be offered a training post in clearing or once all the UK and EU candidates have been offered a post. It is still possible. Just be open, you might get a training post in a different location to where you wanted. eg nottingham instead of london. Make sure while you are in the trust grade job, you really concentrate on making a strong cv. Things like clinical audits, posters, quality improvement projects are what they focus on here.
Your educational supervisor will be able to guide you to do this.
5. Just thought i mention this, if you have worked in UK as a trust grade doctor for 5 years, you will be able to apply for IRL and then british citizenship. Once you are on IRL or BC you can apply as a british candidate and have no visa restrictions.
Let me know if you have any other questions.
@@lavnya70 Thanks so much for your very prompt and comprehensive reply ! It is very useful and I am really grateful for it. Always great to see another fellow Malaysian doing great overseas ! Hopefully I'll be able to join u there some day haha! Just wondering , which stage in the medical path are u currently at ? You've completed the CMT/IMT and will be applying into the specialty training programs?
Thanks !!
@@tskhooo Hi, glad you found the information useful. I have completed CMT. I am currently an ST4 in acute medicine specialty training. I was only offered a training post in clearing/round 2. It is possible, even for competitive specialties like cardio/derm/gastro as long as you have a strong portfolio/cv.
Hi dr.lavanya. if we clear mrcp in India and apply for jobs in uk and if we don't have enough experience in internal medicine, will we be posted in st1? Please guide for a person who was on paraclinical subject and don't have enough clinical experience
Hi yes, to work as a medical registrar (ST3 and above), you need to have MRCP and also 2-3 years of internal medicine clinical experience.
Thank you so much. I don't mind starting my career from ST 1. With mrcp, will I be given preference for getting selected in to St 1 ??
@@TheMEGAABHI MRCP is not really a requirement to apply for IMT. Most doctors only do MRCP during IMT.
Hello doctor! What level of post I’ll be at in uk if I’ve done my internship and also one year job from my home country
You will most likely be an Foundation Year 2 (FY2) grade doctor. It is also called- SHO/trust grade SHO.
Lavnya Balenderan thank you so much 😊
what are the working hours for a medical registrar?
Depends on your work schedule. Normal days 9-5. Oncall long days 9-21.Nights 21-9.
@@lavnya70 thank you:)
what is the difference between normal working days and oncall? does oncall have some other tasks in hospital to do?
@@drkartikrao6256 Do check out this video on on-calls ruclips.net/video/UR8WED74rig/видео.html
Hi, I am soon to finish my MD in radiation oncology from India.
I have published international papers during the course and an observer ship at Manchester in head and neck cancers.
I plan to work in the UK please guide me which route is more appropriate between PLAB or FRCR and the prospects to work in clinical oncology with initial salary.
Also if you can tell me how the MTI recruitments take place?
Looking forward for your reply.
Are you planning to settle/work in UK long term?
I do plan to settle.
@@deepanjalipatel3959 if you plan to settle, MTI route will not be a good option. MTI is for doctors who want to return to their home country. If you want to pursue clinical oncology, you should consider PLAB/MRCP. Most oncologist here hold MRCP.
Hi Dr!Bless you for giving us so much great info!I’m a final year medical student in Malaysia.Is it compulsory for me to do and complete housemanship training in Malaysia in order to work in UK?Please reply me ,Dr.Thank you 😃
To obtain full GMC registration, you need to complete MBBS and internship.
So best to do internship before coming here.
Lavnya Balenderan Thank you😃
Lavnya Balenderan Anyway,
1.since housemanship training in Malaysia needs two years to complete,Can I take PLAB 1 after finishing only the first year of housemanship training?
2.How long does it usually takes to get a job in uk after gmc registration and all the job interviews based on most of the IMG so far that you know?
3.Is it a good choice of going back to homecountry after gmc registration done and doing skype job interview in home country instead of face to face interview in UK?Because,as we all know,staying in UK for a long time needs a lot of money to spend before having job
Please reply me Dr.😃
@@mbsmh96 You can take PLAB after completing MBBS. Most people take it during internship. Do check out this video PLAB exam guide ruclips.net/video/87lceQTS6m0/видео.html
2. Most people secure a job between 3-4 months.
3. Yes, you can return to your home country to do skype interview.
Lavnya Balenderan Thanks 😃
Hello, Dr. Lavnya Balenderan. Thanks for such informations. However, I have got a few questions, if you can please answer.
1. Can you tell me the differences between PLAB and MRCS? What are the advantages of each over the other?
2. After completing PLAB or MRCS, how can one do post graduate, specialization and super-specialization on any subject or course in UK?
3. How would you guide me if I wanna be a Surgical Oncologist from UK? Can I expect a good scope of learning and practising in surgical oncology in UK?
4. Does foreign post graduate degrees prove any helpful for getting training or practising or to any other value in UK?
Hi, thank you.
1. PLAB is the medical licensing exam to register with the GMC and work as a doctor in the UK. MRCS is a surgical specialty exam. Doctors normally do the MRCS while doing core surgical training CST (2 years). After CST (2 years) and passing the MRCS, doctors can apply for higher surgical specialty training like vascular, general surgery, ENT, T&O, maxfax, plastics, etc.
If you have completed any of the UK PG exams like MRCP/MRCS/MRCOG etc, you do not need to do the PLAB exam. You can register with the GMC if you have completed MRCS/MRCP/MRCPCH/MRCOG etc.
2. After PLAB and internship/FY2, doctors apply for core surgical training (CST) (2 years). After CST, apply for higher surgical specialty training in your desired surgical specialty eg vascular, general surgery, plastics etc.
3. You could consider a clinical fellow post in surgical oncology if you already have surgical experience and just want to gain UK experience. I am not a surgical trainee, so I can't really comment on the quality of training in UK vs other countries.
4. Yes, it will be considered but it will depend more on your clinical skills and experience.
Thank u ma'am, that's really gonna be helpful.
Hi can i do the plab while im in med school like the usmle ?
Hi, i am not sure. Most doctors do it after completing medical school.
Hi ! Thanks for your video ! I’m an international student, if I graduate from the UK medical school. 1. Do I need to take the English test for the FY1 and FY2 training program ? 2 . Do I need to take an English test for the registration with GMC ? Thanks for your help :)
No, if you graduated from a uk medical school, you don’t need to take the eng test.
Lavnya Balenderan thx :)
Hi Dr. Lavanya,
Very informative, precise, brief and to the point - thats how I'll describe your video. Very good work.
Please help in clearing few of my doubts.
1. I have gone through the competition ratio for different specialty. So, not all get selected for their desired branch. Is there a second chance to apply, or that is the end of the road if you are not selected.
2. Selection depends on what?
3. I could see in the link, there is a selection process in each year of ST. So, how actually it works? I am interested in Paediatrics.
4. Can you please give me the total road map to becoming a consultant, for an international medical student, starting from PLAB.
Thanks and regards.
If you don't get into your desired specialty, you can apply again in the next intake. The selection into specialty training will depend on you CV/portfolio and interview performance.
After PLAB and GMC registration, apply for FY2 jobs in the UK. After FY2, you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty ie paediatrics specialty training (8 years). After that, you will become a paediatric consultant in UK.
@@lavnya70 Thank you Dr. Lavnya.
hi im in my 7th years of medecine now and i wanna know how can i verify that my intershinp in my 6th and 7 th years is acceptable for a full gmc registration after passing plab exam i have contacted the gmc but until now i have no answer thank dr
Hi, try contacting BDI resourcing bdiresourcing.com . They help international doctors register and work in the UK. They might be able to advise you with regards to your internship.
i am doing my internship from india pls guide what are the next step for me as i want to continue my carrier in uk as a doctor
After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in UK. After FY2, apply for specialty training in your desired specialty.
Lavnya Balenderan THANKYOU SO MUCH
@@lavnya70 can u plz tell me how much salary is given during FY2 post??
@@farjanahossainhaney7887 Do check out this video on the doctors salary in UK ruclips.net/video/vxVO0ltNb34/видео.html
Hi !
I am a eye doctor from India . I have done , MBBS and then Diploma in eye surgery . I have been a practicing eye specialist here in India with 15 years of experience. How can I get registration with the NHS ? And a job after that .
As I wish to move to UK !
Regards.
Hi, do check out this video - How to apply for GMC registration - ruclips.net/video/6dBcaV9_c8E/видео.html
Lavnya Balenderan , thanks for your prompt reply . Just wanted to know if I am eligible to take the ICO if I have done my diploma in eye surgery from India 15 years back ? My MBBSis recognised by the GMC , I have confirmed that .
Thanks again
@@sonalirnahar_rohan What is ICO?
Lavnya Balenderan , international council of ophthalmology examination
@@sonalirnahar_rohan Ok, I don't really know about that exam. Sorry.
When to do OET I'll probably give plab in 2022,,,I'll complete internship in 2022,,
Hi, I am not sure. I did not do OET or PLAB, so I am not sure about the timeline. Sorry.
Hello Dr.lavnya...very informative video....Is there any fees for speciality training?? Do we get stipend during that period? If so how much?
Thanks in advance🙂
Hi, there is no fees for specialty training. You work for the hospital while you train. You will receive a monthly salary. You can find the NHS salary scale here www.imgconnect.co.uk/news/2019/06/nhs-doctors-pay-scales-in-the-uk-explained/59#Consultant%20pay%20scale:%C2%A0
@Truely Indian oh.....thanks a lot for the enlightenment..! U have saved a life today👏🏻
Hi doctor , if I completed housemanship training in Malaysia and would want to work in the UK , would I need to sit down for the PLAB exams still ?
Hi, if your primary medical degree is not from UK or EU, you need to sit for PLAB or one of the UK specialty exams like MRCP/MRCS/MRCOG/MRCPCH etc to register with the GMC and work here.
hi, thank you for all the information. I have just registered to the GMC and I have started sending my cv to agencies for them to help with getting an FY2 in acute medicine. do you have any agency you recommend or any advice to a newly qualified doctor with no UK experience?
Hi, thank you and well done. You can try BDI resourcing. They help IMGs secure doctor jobs in the UK. bdiresourcing.com
@@lavnya70 thank you, I will try!
Hi Lavnya, may I know would the salary be different between training & non-training job? Besides, would they give you a formal certificate after completing GMC registration as an IMG?
There is no difference between the salary. The salary is based on your grade not on whether it is a training post or a non-training post.
I don't think there is a certificate. You are just registered with the GMC. You can check any doctors registration on the GMC website. It is public.
Hiii,dear dr,I am a foreign graduate & have done my internship in Sri Lanka,loking forward to do my pg in uk in 2020,please guide me,how to apply,fees,any scholarships
Hi, well done. Start by doing PLAB. After obtaining PLAB and GMC registration, you can apply for trust grade FY2 jobs here. After FY2, you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty. There is no fees for specailty training in UK. You will be working for the hospital while you train. You will receive a monthly salary.
Can we apply for surgical subject as a IMG? Plz elaborate
Yes, you are able to apply for any speciality as an IMG once you are registered with the GMC.
Ok thanks for the information.can you tell me about how is the cost of living in UK and salary of junior doctors,
Thanks once again
@@dr.buddhiofficial3912 The pay scales for junior doctors depends on your grade. Starts at 30K/year (basic). As you progress your pay increases. Consultants earn up to 100K/year.The cost of living, it depends on where you live and your social life.
Ok thanks may I get your contact so that I can consult with you about my quirees
Would the prestige of the medical school I went to in a different country matter to get residency in the UK after I graduate?
How to get urology fellowship their in uk after doing Mch in urology from India
You can try applying for urology fellowship jobs in the UK.
Aoa...I am student of mbbs... please told me the per month salery of Dr in UK....
Do check out this video on the doctors salary in UK ruclips.net/video/vxVO0ltNb34/видео.html
Thanks
i am a mbbs final year student from nepal , can i give plab exams in my internship? as the plab is going to be replaced by the ukmle . when is the last plab happening
Hi, yes you can. UKMLA will replace PLAB hopefully in 2023.
@@lavnya70 thank you for the info
Hello dr.Can you please answer a query ?During st3 application,while self assessing of scores for our portfolio ,do they accept evidence from our home country as well??or everything has to be from UK?
I am not sure. Best to ask the ST3 team directly about this.
Is there a post duty off for mrcp training doctors after doing night duty and what will be the working hours in the UK?
Hi Abishek. You normally do 3-4 nights in a row. Yes you normally have 2-3 days off after working nights. The hours for nights are maximum 12 hours. (You must have minimum 12 hours break/off time between each night shift). For normal day shift it is 9-5. Oncalls/long days are 9-9. Hope this helps.
Thanks doc
Hello ma'am! Greetings from India!! Can you please clarify what is the procedure to work in uk after completing post graduation from India? Thank you!
Hi, if you have already done PG/specialty training you can join the UK specialist register via the CESR route.
@@lavnya70 Thank you for the reply! What is the procedure if I have done my mrcs? Can I start as ST3 directly?
@@anuragdas9318 You do not need to re-train again if you have already completed your specialty training in another country. So , you do not need to join ST3 (ST is a training pathway). You can apply for a trust grade/clinical fellow job and then apply for CESR.
@@lavnya70 Thank you for clarifying!! Is there any minimum years of work you have to do as a trust grade/clinical fellow before applying through CESR?
@@anuragdas9318 No it depends on how much experiance you already have.
Hi, just wondering is it possible for foreign med graduate from Indonesia to take MRCP even if he or she already 36 years of age and already a specialist in his or her country?
Yes, i think so.
Hello ma’am I wanted to ask a few things . 1) After I complete PLAB 2 will I be starting from FY-2 or FY-1? 2) could you give some information about FY -2 competencies ? 3) for how many months or years do I have to do FY-2 ? Is there a fixed interval ?
After MBBS, internship and GMC registration, you can start as an FY2. FY2 is normally for one year. These are some of the competencies -
1. Venepuncture
2. IV cannulation
3. Prepare and administer IV medications and injections
4. Arterial puncture in an adult
5. Blood culture from peripheral sites
6. Intravenous infusion including the prescription of fluids
7. Intravenous infusion of blood and blood products
8. Injection of local anaesthetic to skin
9. Injection - subcutaneous (e.g. insulin or LMW heparin)
10. Injection - intramuscular
11. Perform and interpret an ECG
12. Perform and interpret peak flow
13. Urethral catheterisation (male)
14.Urethral catheterisation (female)
15. Airway care including simple adjuncts (e.g. Guedal airway or laryngeal masks)
Lavnya Balenderan thankyouuu so much for replying ! So after I complete FY-2 competencies , what stage am I at ? How does the upgrade from fy-2 to CT-1 work ? If I want to give MRCP/ MRCOG , at what stage should I give these exams ?
@@__allaboutskincare__ After FY2, you can apply for core training/specialty training. You can take those exams once you are in a training programme.
Hello .
I'm final year medical student from India and I'm interested in working in England in next upcoming years . I wanna ask that after clearing plab exam do we need to prepare for another exam for being a specialist or consultant or a GP ?? .
And if i have cleared my mrcp exam I'll enter into my specialty training . Is that so ?? And for being GP in England how many years of training is required if i have done my FY1 in India ?
Hi Nikhil. Yes, once you have done PLAB you are able to work here in the UK as a doctor. Once you have decided what specialty you want to do, you can apply for the specialty training programme. There are seperate exams for the different specialties.
If you have done MRCP- you can apply for the medical specialties- gastro, resp, cardio etc. If you want to enter into GP or surgical specialties- you need different exams for the respected specialties.
GP training is 3 years in total after you have done FY1 and FY2.
Hope this helps.
All the best.
@@lavnya70 thanks alot . One More thing , while doing speciality training are we been paid there in England like in India ???
@@NIKHILSAINI1000 Hi, yes you will be paid as you will be working for the trust/hospital while training.
@@lavnya70 Thank you lavnya this information will help me alot .
hii mam , can u enlighten us little about ukmla which is going to replace plab , like what are the changes?,
ur videos are extremely useful, thank you
Hi the ukmla is still very new. I will try and get more information about the exam.
if i do mrcp in india i will start working as SHO in uk or as medical registrar?
It depends on your clincal experience. If you have 2-3 years of internal medicine experience and complete MRCP, you can apply for a registrar level post.
@@lavnya70 do you mean you should have some pg degree or they just need working experience in any hospital.
@@drkartikrao6256 I am not really sure. Most doctors here do internal medicine training (IMT) (2-3 years), before becoming a medical registrar. I think you need to do something similar to that in your home country or be able to show that you have gained all the competencies/experience of an IMT doctor.
Hi maam i m from india
I know about directly i prepare for plab or mrcp because mrcp all part is available in india & which exam is better with passing rate & i complete my mbbs only therefore maam u provide best route for practice in uk.
And now recent changes indian doctors examption of ielts exam then i direct apply for plab??
Thank you so much maam
Hi, yes you can do either exams. It will depend on what specialty you want to do and your experience. If you are interested in the medical specialties (derm, resp, cardio, gastro etc) and have experience in internal medicine you can do the MRCP. If you are a newly qualified doctor or want to do other specialties like surgery, paeds, obgyn etc then go for the PLAB exam. PLAB is a lot easier than MRCP. Most doctors only attempt the MRCP 2-3 years after medical school. PLAB you can do directly after medical school.
@@lavnya70 if i clear mrcp in india, i direct join st3 in medicine stream
@@drketulchaudhary3174 Hi, to apply for ST3 higher medical specialties (eg gastro, cardio, derm, resp, neuro etc) you need to have completed internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years) and MRCP. If you do not have IMT, you need to be able to demonstrate that you have the experience and competencies equivalent to an IMT trainee doctor. You can find more information on the eligibility criteria for ST3 higher medical specialty recruitment here www.st3recruitment.org.uk/recruitment-process/timeline
May I know did you do your degree in Malaysia or in UK?
Hi, will there be any assessment before joining FY 2 for IMGs , if they have completed internship from their home country?
I don't think so. You might need to attend the job interview.
Hi...i did PG in Internal Medicine.Can i get job in superspeciality like Endocrino, acute IM, etc after OET only?..without doing MRCP?...Thank you
Hi, your experience in internal medicine will be counted. It is best to have mrcp. Are you planning to do plab instead?
@@lavnya70 Thanks for your response and good videos.I have NO plans for Plab/MRCP right now...just took OET...Can you please tell me what would be my placement in the UK?..Thanks
@@amitgauli Hi, to register with the GMC and work here, you need to do either PLAB or one of the UK specialty exams like MRCP/MRCS/MRCPCH etc.
Hello dr lavnya, I have completed my pg in radiology from India. If I give frcr now will I be able to work in uk. Do I need to undergo more training program to be eligible to work there.
Yes, you can use FRCR to obtain GMC registration and apply for radiology jobs here. If you are already a radiology consultant in another country, you don't need to repeat the training programme here. However, it will depend on your CV/portfolio and experience if you need extra training.
@@lavnya70 thank you so much. Since frcr 2b requires some time even to get hall ticket is there any added benefit of giving plab?.
@@san19fantasy It is up to you. Do check the PLAB 2 timings/booking process.
how much paid leaves do you get as a medical registrar?
and what would be the salary after all the tax you got to pay?
Around 27 days per year plus 8 public holidays. Do check out this video on the doctors salary in UK ruclips.net/video/vxVO0ltNb34/видео.html
@@lavnya70 is the 48 hrs of working per week strictly followed?
is the medical registrar job very stressful amd hectic?
how was your experience as a medical registrar?
@@drkartikrao6256 Yes, as per the junior doctors contract.
Med reg job is busy. Do check out this video on being a med reg ruclips.net/video/BD_YhM7CgTk/видео.html
Hello Dr. Lavnya,
Do I have to give the MRCP exam for ST in psychiatry?
Hi, no. MRCP is only for the medical specialties like resp, derm, cardio, gastro etc.
@@lavnya70 Hello, thank you so much for the reply! Your videos are very helpful. I really need your help regarding this.
What do I need to do to get into speciality training in psychiatry after passing PLAB and finishing FY1?
@@bhavnareddy795 Hi, after FY1 and FY2, you can apply for psychiatry specialty training.
Hello dr, any IMG can apply for plab or do they ask for specific criterion ?
Hi, yes you should be able to apply for PLAB.
Thank you doc
hi Dr lavanya , thankyou for your informative video , i have been following your videos , while reading in the comment section below , you replied to one person that post graduation from foreign countries will be counted . i didnt actually get this, could you give me more info about it ? thankyou
Hi, thank you. Yes, PG experience done in foreign countries will be acknowledged in your CV.
@@lavnya70 thankyou
I'm 4 th year medical student in Ukraine. Please can you help me I'm starting to prepare for work in 2022 in UK Scotland what are the guides exams and steps I need to follow ?
Hi, after medical school and internship, take the PLAB exam. Then, apply for FY2 jobs here in the UK.
Greaf video.
My ques is if someone jas completed all parts of mrcp howevrr just worked in internal medicine while completing mrcp .then what are the chances to directly get into speciality training.?
Hi, to apply for higher medical specialty training, you need to have completed MRCP and internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years). If you want to skip IMT, you need to be able to demonstrate that you have achieved the competencies and experience of an IMT trainee doctor. You can find the full eligibility criteria here. www.st3recruitment.org.uk
Most IMGs do a trust grade job for 6-12 months here before applying for specialty training. This will give you NHS experience and help you prepare for the specialty training applications.
@@lavnya70 i finished my internship in 2016 then had some gap .then i got training in critical care medicine for 15 months after that i shifted to internal medicine have already completed a year and abiut to start second year now.
So m not sure that expereince of critical care they will consider in domain of int medixine or not.
And being an IMG how can we demonstrate our competencies.like recomendation letters.?from departments where we have worked.
@@raisamuhammad6148 Hi, yes, your experience in critical care is part of internal medicine. Most doctors here do intensive care as part of internal medicine training (IMT).
@@raisamuhammad6148 Hi, try and keep a log book with all the procedures/ cases you have done. Your clinical supervisor/ senior doctor should be able to sign it off. It would be good to have a recommendation letter noting that you have gained all the necessary competencies as well.
Hello Maam ,
I did my mbbs in 2010 and MD BIOCHEMISTRY in 2016. I want to settle in UK. Can I apply for junior doctor and work as a junior doctor without PLAB ?
Will my mbbs degree enable me to do that. Will IELTS score help.
Thank you so much for the amazing work that you are doing
Hi, to register with the GMC and work here, you will need to have PLAB or one of the UK specialty exams like MRCP/MRCS/MRCPCH etc
Thank you so much
Dr... what's the duration of mbbs in uk....like how much u spent after school to fy2.... what's mbbs called in uk....do u hv to pass any test after grade12....thanks in advance
MBBS is normally 5 years in UK. It depends on the medical school, some require an entrance test.
@@lavnya70 ok...that means mbbs 5yr....plab1,2. 1yr.....fy 2yr....imt 3yr.....st 4yr..... total 15yrs to become consultant....am i right??....thanks dr
@@SaurGamer-ph4fq Yes
Hi... After completing my PLAB 2 ... What is the procedure to pursue post graduation in dermatology.. Which exam is to be given.. What is the exact process? How much time it will take to finish dermatology? What is the passing percentage of that post graduation exam? Is it easy to get dermatology?
Hi, once you have done PLAB- apply for a trust grade job here in the UK (for maybe 6-12 months). This will let you gain experiance working in the UK and gain the competencies you need to apply for Internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years). Once you have completed IMT- apply for specialty training in dermatology (4 years). Then you are done. Dermatology is one of the competitive medical specialties. But it is still achievable if you have a good portfolio. During your IMT, make sure you do audits/quality improvement projects/posters related to dermatology to show your comittment to the specialty.
During IMT, you will need to complete the MRCP. And during dermatology specialty training, you will need to sit for the dermatology SCE. There are no other exams. Specialty training in UK is not exam focus. Most candidates do pass the specialty exam.
Btw, this route is for junior doctors (1-2 years after medical school). If you are already a dermatology specialist in another country, you can apply via a different route.
Hope this helps.
Thank you .... One more thing... MRCP exam is tough or easy.. What is the passing percent of MRCP and I will easily get IMT training or it is difficult to apply for IMT...
@@faizanalikhan6764 MRCP is a postgraduate exam. If you prepare well, you should be able to pass. You don't need MRCP to apply for IMT. IMT is not competitive, so as long as you have met all the requirements, you should be able to get a place.
What is the scope of job availablities after plab recently mam ?
Hi, what do you mean by scope. Almost all doctors who pass PLAB will get a job in the UK. There is a shortage of doctors here.
@@lavnya70 how much max time it takes to get a job there; I am insecured abt getting job after plab
@@faizsama465 Hi, it will depend on the hospital and the recruitment team. You can try contacting BDI resourcing. They help international doctors secure a job in the UK. bdiresourcing.com
@@lavnya70 thank uuu ☺️
How much do the IMG residents earn in UK???
Hi, the salary will depend on your grade, experience and the hours you work. You can find more information on the NHS pasy scale here www.imgconnect.co.uk/news/2019/06/nhs-doctors-pay-scales-in-the-uk-explained/59#Consultant%20pay%20scale:%C2%A0
And after clearing the plab, does one get to choose the city to work in according to their convenience?
@@vaishnaviganesh3023 Yes, you can choose where you want to work. Just apply for jobs in the areas you want.
@@lavnya70 thank you so much
Hi! Dr.Lavanya . Thanks for this information ❤❤.
My question is what if a person who has done FCPS from Pakistan in gynaecology and obstetrics, how can he apply for CESR. And what are the requirements to get CESR? Please do make a complete video on CESR .
Lots of love from Pakistan ❤❤
Do check this out CESR bdiresourcing.com/news/2018/06/a-guide-to-cesr/130
Dr. Lavanya thanks for your quick answer much much appreciated ❤❤. Never seen someone so humble.
I have read this whole article but I'm just a bit confused as to about the documentation to be added for application ?
Please do make a video regarding CESR complete. It's much needed. Waiting for it.❤
Hello Dr.Lavanya I'm from India and I want do do masters in rheumatology in uk can you please guide me please
Hi, do you mean masters from and university or specialty training? Where do you want to work and settle?
I mean masters msc in rheumatology not planning to settle in uk
@@ravitejachinta2228 Hi, ok. I don't have much experience in that. Sorry I can't really help you.
Hi nice videos keep updating
I'm Dr hashim doin my residency in anaesthesia in India. I would like to know if I clear edaic from India wat are my chances to get into st3?
Hi thank you. What is edaic?
Tat S European diploma in anaesthesia and critical care . Once we clear tat we get exemption from frca part 1.thats y I wanted to knw if we can enter directly at St3 speciality training
Hi , i am not sure about that. It is probably best to check with the royal college of anaesthesia website.
@@lavnya70 hi ya thanks ny way. If Don mind me asking wer au working in uk
@@hashimrahman9006 Hi, I am working in south east england.
hello there, could you shed some light on the following questions
1)is it possible to write plab even after not practising after med school,like i passed out in 2015,till now i havnt practised,will that hinder in any way (and if i have to work what speciality should i prefer to boosts my chances eg:emergency med)
2)is it possible to get into derm residency and how is it based on scores/nationality
3)what are the residency programs easy for img to get through
4)is it advisable to finish mrcp also
5)how long does it require to pass plab and mrcp
Hi thank you for watching the video.
1. You can still sit for the PLAB exam even if you have not practised. As long as you put in the required work for the exam you should be able to pass. I would suggest applying for a trust grade job, if you are thinking of working in UK. Some trust grade jobs are rotational so you do 4-6 months in different speciality as a junior doctor. This will give you a chance to see how the system works and which speciality you are interested in.
2. If you are thinking about dermatology, once you have completed your PLAB and have have obtained all you Foundation Year 2 competencies ( you will be able to do this while working as a trust grade) apply for internal medicine training (IMT). IMT is for 3 years.
3. The comepetition ratio varies for different speciality. Have a look at the competition ratio for 2018 (linked in the description box of this video). If you are not a resident in UK, your application will be subjected to labour market testing. Having said that, if you are not to fussed about where you train, you should be able to get your preferred speciality. Do make sure that you have a good portfolio and it is relevant to the speciality.
4. You only need complete MRCP during your IMT. So you still have some time.
5. It really depends on how much work you put in and if you have other commitments. Have a look at the sample questions for PLAB . This will help you gauge how hard the test is and how much work you need to put in.
@@lavnya70 thank you
@@Peace00723 Hi, apart from having a good portfolio, you need to do well in the interview as well.
@@Peace00723 Hi, yes most interviews are done by consultant leads from the specialty.
Hello, i’m a 4th year medical student in china is it possible to do my internship in UK and what exam do i need to take?
Hi, yes you can. You will need to do the PLAB exam. After that, apply for GMC registration. Then you can apply for the UK foundation programme or foundation (trust grade) jobs here.
Okay,Thank you so much
@@joylazo9982 u can prepare for ielts currently.
I am going to attend interview in Feb for CT1 and if selected, the post starts in Aug22. Meanwhile if I join in PG course in India, will I get deferred date to join in the training post? How does it work in UK?
If I pass FRCS ophthalmology part 3 , am I eligible to apply for specialist registration with the GMC and then get a job there ?
Hi, do check out this video - How to apply for GMC registration - ruclips.net/video/6dBcaV9_c8E/видео.html
hi Mdm I did Pg in general surgery
after doing mrcs ,can I study superspecaility in UK like urology, oncosurgery
Yes, apply for a trust grade/fellowship job in surgery to begin with. After some experiance working in UK, apply for higher surgical specialty training.
tq .and I am basically belong lower middle class
how much it will cost to go through this process
@@nagarajumoogi2323 Hi, specialty training in UK is free. You will work for the hospital while you train. You will also receive a monthly salary.
Hi...i did PG in Internal Medicine.Can i get job in superspeciality like Endocrino or acute IM after OET only?..without doing MRCP?...Thank you
Hello doctor, I have one question to ask. I am an Indian medical student and pursuing my medical studies from ukraine. I read in the GMC guideline that one needs to complete an year of internship or complete FY1 & FY2 to be elegible to sit in the Plab exam. So my question is that as a IMG can I enter in the UK medical foundation program or is it available only for the UK medical grads ? If its possible then how hard or easy it is for an IMG to enter in the foundation program in the UK? Is there a tution fee that one has to pay while in their FYs ? Please do answer waiting for your earliest response.
Hi, yes you can apply to enter the foundation programme in UK. It is comepetitive for IMG as the places are limited. You should be able to find all the information regarding the application process, timeline, PLAB on here www.foundationprogramme.nhs.uk.
Alternatively, if you do not manage to get a place, try applying for a trust grade FY1 or clinical fellow FY1 (foundation fellowship programme). For this, you apply to the hospital/trust directly. www.jobs.nhs.uk
Search for foundation doctor jobs.
Both routes are free and there is no tuition fee. You will need to apply for a visa and there will be a charge for that.
Hi, I am Arun Govind, I have finished my post graduation in otorhinolaryngology from India, want to get speciality training from uk..iam really confused how to go about..iam trying for Mrcs too.. it would be grateful if you could guide me..thank you dr lavnya
Hi, well done. Are you planning to work and settle in the UK or just looking for extra experience? Have you completed specialty training/PG in India?
@@lavnya70 thank you for the reply.
I have completed my pg in Ent from pgi Chandigarh and yes I need more training and would like to settle in uk
@@arungovindk1556 Hi, i don't really understand. If you have completed your specialty training, you are already a specialist? Do you need more training here?
Lavnya Balenderan okay..I just got my degree, so I feel further training can add on to my experience and to get used to the guidelines and protocols that they follow in UK ..Iam little confused..I don know the right way to go ahead...what do u think is the right way
@@arungovindk1556 Hi, it is probably best to apply for a trust grade/clinical fellow job in surgery here. After working in that post for 6-12 months, you can apply for specialty training or go for the CESR route.
Check out BDI resourcing, they help international doctors work in the UK.
bdiresourcing.com
nowadays doctors(IMG) are not getting job why?
You can normally secure a job faster using a recruitment agency. bdiresourcing.com
Thank you for your kind explanation .
I have some question
1 I will be graduate May 2020 and I’m going to take the same year plab1 exam , means skipping the PG internship would that effect my gmc registration
2 if so , how it will be ( FY1 , FY2 ) difficult to get or ? After plab2
Hi, once you complete PLAB 2 you should be able to register with the GMC.
What do you mean by skipping PG internship?
Have you done internship already?
IMG can apply for the foundation programme but it is via the 'eligibility route' . It is more competitive but still possible.
Lavnya Balenderan no i didn’t not do internship ( I’ll be finish mbbs next year May 2020 )
U said you can get foundation programme in a eligible route , what are those routes ?
@@effective12minutes34 Hi, you should be able to find the eligibility criteria and how to apply on the foundation programme website. www.foundationprogramme.nhs.uk
Lavnya Balenderan than you sis
After MBBS in India, what exam would you take if you wanted to get into a cardiac surgery residency? PLAB or MCERP? I’m confused about the difference between them. Also, would I have to take any extra courses or clinical rotations after MBBS before getting into residency? And if after completing my residency, I wanted to shift to the US to do my fellowship, would that be possible?
I am not sure if the specialty training in UK is recognised in US and if it is possible to switch.
This is the pathway to become a cardiothoracic surgeon in the UK
After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in the UK. (Route 1) After FY2(1 year), apply for cardiothoracic training (8 years).
Alternatively (route 2), after FY2, you can apply for core surgical training CST (2 years), then higher surgical training in cardiothoracics (6 years).
Both routes, you need to take MRCS and FRCS during the training period.
Lavnya Balenderan Thank you sincerely for your reply. Would the internship be the one included in the MBBS course? (1 year of internships) or would we still have to do internships in the UK? Also, how hard is it to get selected into residency if I pass PLAB? (Especially for a cardiothoracic residency)
@@anjaligupta6489 Do check out my video on the competition ratio for specialty training- ruclips.net/video/fAftIp8z20E/видео.html
Internship done overseas can be counted if it meets the GMC's requirements www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-the-register/before-you-apply/check-if-your-practical-training-internship-is-acceptable
Lavnya Balenderan Thank you so much!! You’ve really helped me out with this and made things a lot more clear. Thank you for your effort and videos, and I wish you all the best with your medical career!😊
@@anjaligupta6489 No worries. Thank you. All the best to you as well.
hello ms i just have one question which is that after doing mbbs inernship and speciality in Pakistan can we find a job in uk or we have to do any other course as well
Hi, yes once you have completed your mbbs and internship, you can apply for a job in uk. You should clear the plab exams first prior to applying.
Hiii!! Thanks for the video.
I have some questions if you could be so kind,,
1. As i have yearlag in 1st prof for some serious reasons, am i eligible for Plab ?
2.Will 3 years of training after plab be included for the 5 years must stay for ILR?
3. When and how can i apply permanent residency in UK for my family (My would be wife, mom and dad)?
Hi, thank you.
1. Yes, you should still be eligible to sit for PLAB. If, you are still not sure about breaks in medical practice, do check with the GMC.
www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-the-register/breaks-in-practice
2. You will need 5 years in total working in UK on a tier 2 visa before you can apply for ILR.
3. Once you have obtained a job here, you can apply for a spousal visa (wife) and a dependant visa for your parents.
Hello doc , is it compulsory to have an internship before giving the plab exams ? If not then what is way we will work there ?
Hi, it will depend in your medical degree. Some mbbs have internship in the programme itself. It is best to check with the GMC/PLAB board if you are able to take the exam.
Hello doctor
I am little bit confused 🤷♂️ regarding after Plab scenario. After clearing Plab examination if I will sit for an interview is there any criteria or minimum experience should be there to apply for job ?
Not really. If you are a newly qualified doctor, you can apply for FY2 post after PLAB. If you have more experience, you can apply for a more senior post. Do check out this video AFTER PLAB- WHAT NEXT? ruclips.net/video/Jtn99p6VgDk/видео.html
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Do check out this video on UK doctors grades/titles ruclips.net/video/vAD0tsuwEF8/видео.html
Hello There.. I'm very keen to ask that have you Done Internship or not.... Meaning can i apply after medical school immediately??!
Hi, I did the foundation year 1 and 2 here in UK. I guess this is equaivalent to the internship. It depends on your medical school qualifications. It is best to check with the General Medical Council (GMC) before applying.
I m old doctor could I woork in uk ?
Hlo...ty for all da infrmtn dr😊.
Can you plz help me to know more about st3 level.
What all branches i can apply for st post after i do my MRCP(all 3 levels mrcp1 mrcp2 and paces)from india.
Hi, after MRCP and internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years), you can apply for any higher medical specialties. If you have not done IMT, do make sure that you are able to demonstrate that you have gained all the competensies and experience of an IMT doctor. You can find more information about the ST3 application for all the specialties here. You can also check the eligibility criteria to apply. www.st3recruitment.org.uk
Lavnya Balenderan ty dr😊
How much salary meed in NHS or private clinic to qualify for PR and qualify for British passport?
Hi, it will depend on the route you apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR). Most full time doctor jobs should enable you to apply for ILR after 5 years.
Hey lavanya i have finished my master of surgery in india in neurosurgery ..how can i start working in the uk with good earning..pls say as like u i too love living in uk ..pls
Edit: thank u♥️♥️
Hi, to apply for GMC registration, you can do PLAB or one of the UK specialty exam like MRCS. MRCS is will be a good option for you with a background of surgery. After GMC registration, you can apply for jobs here like fellowship jobs in neurosurgery.
You can find jobs on nhs jobs. www.jobs.nhs.uk
@@lavnya70 thank u so much♥️
Hi ma’am .. i hav completed my internal medicine M.D. in India.. I would like to work in the UK. And also I want to specialise in endocrinology.. which is the best route u suggest ma’am ?
Hi, it will be best to apply for ST3 specialty training in endocrinology. You can check the eligibility criteria and guidance here. www.st3recruitment.org.uk
Lavnya Balenderan Thank u very much ma’am.. is MRCP required for the training ? And can u please give me your e-mail I’d for further query ma’am ... Your videos are really amazing and Thank u for helping UK aspirants ma’am.. I have been searching everywhere but your videos are just AWESOME
@@vasusrimnbvcxz Hi, thank you. Yes, to apply for ST3 specialty training in endocrinology, you need to complete MRCP and also internal medicine training (IMT)/equivalent. My email is lavnya70@gmail.com
Lavnya Balenderan Thank you very much ma’am
HELLO LAVANYA
IF I COMPLETE MRCP FROM INDIA AND APPLY IN UK...CAN I TRY FOR DERMATOLOGY POSTS?IF I DO MRCP FROM INDIA WILL I HAVE ANY PROBLEMS COMPARED TO UK MRCP GRADUATES?I MEAN REGARDING JOBS AND SETTLING IN UK POST MRCP FROM INDIA?
What kind of jobs should I apply to after plab 2 exam if I am interested in MD histopathology? Can I directly get a training job in histopathology after plab 2 if I have completed my MBBS and internship in India?
Hi, you should apply for trust grades jobs just to gain some NHS experiance and to gain your FY2 competencies. You will need to have the competensies in order to apply for histopathology speciality.
HEY MAM I GRADUATED IN 2015... THEN DONE PG FROM CHINA IN DERMATOLOGY ?SO WHAT YOU SUGGEST ?SHOULD I DO PLAB OR MRCP FOR SECURING JOB IN UK ?AND WANTED TO CONFIRM FOR PLAB DO THEY PRIORITIZE FRESH GRADUATES..THANKS
Hi, you can do MRCP or PLAB. If you wish to pursue dermatology in UK, MRCP will be beneficial. No, all doctors can do PLAB, not just fresh graduates.
@@lavnya70 how long it takes to prepare for mrcp and for mrcp do we need ielets?
@@muhamadirfan397 Hi, it will depend on how much time you are willing to put in daily. Part 1 normally takes 3-4 months to prepare. I don't think you need IELETS for the MRCP, but you might need it for GMC registration.
@@lavnya70 thank you mam...I want give it atleast 8 hours a day ...could you please guide me with the books ?what things I need to prepare from
@@muhamadirfan397 Great. I used the pastest question bank. It will give you and idea of the type of questions that come up. If there is something you are not familiar with, read around the topic. www.pastest.com
AFTER COMPLETING MRCP, HOW CAN ONE APPLY IN THE UK. HOW MUCH TIME WOULD IT TAKE TO GET A JOB AND START WORKING. CAN ONE APPLY FOR SPECIALITY TRAINING STRAIGHT. OR DO WE REQUIRE TO WORK AS A GP BEFORE APPLYING FOR SPECIALITY TRAINING
Hi, after completing MRCP, you can apply for
GMC registration here. Once you have obtained GMC registration, you can apply for a job here. You should get a job almost immediately as there are so many doctor jobs (trust grade) available. Once you have worked here for 6-12 months, and have obtained all the competencies, you can apply for speciality training. Ideally you should have some experiance working in the NHS before applying for speciality training. General practice (family medicine) is a different speciality and has its own training pathway. What speciality would you like to do?
Mam after completng internship in india we can write MRCS exam. Madam any fee is to be paid by us or after passing mrcs exam we can earn salary by joining speciality training mam ILETS exam should also we should write mam
Yes, you can do MRCS after internship. Specialty training programme is free. You work for the hospital while you train. You will also receive a monthly salary.
Check if you need IELTS www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-the-register/before-you-apply/evidence-of-your-knowledge-of-english
@@lavnya70 thank you mam
Madam during internship we can write mrcs part1 is it possible to write mrcs during internship after completeing intership then we can write mrcp part2 is this procedure is best madam
@@lachinaga7154 Do you want to do MRCS or MRCP? You mentioned both.
@@lavnya70 sry mam i am thinking to do mrcs
Mam I'm from India, Tamilnadu.
I'm first year student in Madurai medical college and I want to study Pg and work in UK can u plz guide me
Hi Sajith. Well done for studying medicine. Hope your course goes well. There are lots of work opportunities for doctors in the UK. Once you have completed your medical degree, consider doing the PLAB exam and then you will be able to work and specialize in the UK.
@@lavnya70 Do you have to have done your internship too? Or just MD degree + PLAB ?
@@izakmizrahi8569 Hi, it depends on your medical school. Some medical schools have a 5/6 year programme where the internship is integrated into the medical degree. If you have not done the internship, you can apply for a Foundation Year 1 grade job in UK- this is equivalent to an internship. You must do PLAB exam to be registered with the medical council here for any medical job. Hope this helps and all the best.
Hi doctor.... i completed my mbbs this year in March with 1 year of internship from India and took a complete year of gap ... planning to give my plab exams next year ..... any advice for me.... like what course to apply to after my plabs??? Also should i take a job here in India next year while my plab exams are going on..ll it help or is it unnecessary??
Also for a speciality like paediatrics or radiology do we need mrcp after core training?
Hi, it is best to keep working as the GMC likes doctors to be 'in clinical practice' before applying. After PLAB, you can register with the GMC and work in the UK. Apply for a trust grade FY2/ SHO post. Once you have done FY2 here, you can apply for specialty training. No, MRCP is not needed if you want to pursue paediatrics/radiology. MRCP is only needed for the medical specialties like resp, cardio, derm, rheum, gastro etc. Paeds and radiology has its own PG exams.
Maam does gap year affects the probility to get matched .... how much of the gap period is allowed?
@@arnabroychowdhury9366 No, it shouldn't. There is no fixed gap period. It is up to you how long you take. You must account for your gap year, ie reasons for taking a career break. When you return to clinical practice, you might need a phased return.
@@lavnya70 what is phased return?
@@arnabroychowdhury9366 Additional support/supervision while you return to work.
Hii dear,which visa is required during foundation years?if it's tier 2,is it easy to get it,I mean will hospitals sponsor img's easily?and if I get a FY2 post,can I sponsor my husband as a dependant?sorry for the long post,hoping for a reply soon🙂
As long as you have secured a job- you can easily apply for the visa. Yes, the hospital will be your sponsor for the tier 2 general visa. Yes, once you have obtained a tier 2 visa, you can apply for a dependent visa for your husband.