Career Conversations
'Career Conversations' is a podcast series from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE). It features discussions and insights on career development for medical professionals. The podcast aims to provide guidance and inspiration for trainees and members of the RCPE.
Episodes
Expedition and Wilderness Medicine (7 Oct 2026)
In this episode Dr Jan Engel-Morton discusses Expedition & Wilderness Medicine with Dr Naomi Dodds. Dr Dodds explains the roles and responsibilities of an expedition medic and their personal experience of getting involved in Expedition Medicine. They also discuss how interested physicians can get into Expedition Medicine and find opportunities for work. Dr Naomi Dodds is an Anaesthetist based
Digital health literacy and careers (2 Sep 2026)
In this episode of Career Conversations, Dr Emma Spencer discusses the importance of digital health literacy - the ability to access, understand and use digital health tools - with Professor Mahmood Adil, RCPE's outgoing Clinical Data & Digital Health Lead. Prof Adil describes his career journey into digital health, his role at the College, and he provides insights into the evolution of d
Medical Specialties - Dermatology (1 Jul 2026)
In this episode, Dr Heather Kennedy talks with Dr Amy Perkins about a career in Dermatology. Dr Perkins highlights what attracted her to the specialty, discusses her route to becoming a consultant, and gives advice for any medical students or resident doctors looking to develop their interest in the career. Dr Amy Perkins is a Consultant Dermatologist at NHS Forth Valley and Honorary Clinical Lect
Who is the medical registrar? Survivor, solver, supporter (3 Jun 2026)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks with Dr Toby Merriman about what it means to be the medical registrar. Based on research during his Masters in Medical Education, Dr Merriman discusses the different ways that people cope with being the medical registrar and some of the benefits of this difficult but rewarding position. Dr Toby Merriman is an Acute Medicine Registrar working in NHS Loth
Managing Work and Life (6 May 2026)
In this episode Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks to Dr Clare Bostock about the important topic of work-life balance. Dr Bostock also discusses the concept of hyper-doing and shares advice gathered from their own experiences on when to recognise hyper-doing and reclaim the balance between the personal and the professional. Dr Clare Bostock is a Consultant Geriatrician in Aberdeen. Outside work, she enjo
Preparing for CCT (1 Apr 2026)
Dr Katherine Ralston (Consultant Physician and Geriatrician) joins Aoife Duignan (RCPE Trainees and Members' Committee) to discuss preparing to finish training and achieving your certificate of completion of training. Dr Kat Ralston is a Geriatrician working in West Lothian. Dr Aoife Duignan is Co-Chair of the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physician
Medical Specialties - Aerospace Medicine (4 Mar 2026)
This is a co-release with our sister podcast, Clinical Conversations. In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks with Dr Manav Sharma about the specialty, Aerospace Medicine. They discuss the pathways which lead to the specialty and some interesting cases. Dr Manav Dutt Sharma is an aerospace medicine physician, former Indian Air Force flight surgeon and human factors specialist with over 23 yea
IMT Application Process - 2025 Update (05 Nov 2025)
In this updated episode of Career Conversations, Dr Gabrielle Woodward-Smith discusses their experience of applying for Internal Medicine Training (IMT) using the Oriel system with Dr Marilena Giannoudi, and Dr Emma Spencer highlights important changes in the application process. Update recording date: 28 October 2025 [original release: 10/2022] Useful Linkshttps://www.oriel.nhs.uk/Web https://www
SAS Doctors (10 Oct 2025)
During SAS Week 2025, join us for a conversation about SAS doctors: an alternative to traditional training. Dr Marilena Giannoudi (RCPE T&MC Podcast Lead) is joined by Dr Libby Crawford, a SAS Doctor in Newcastle and RCPE's SAS Doctor Lead, and Dr Sue Pound (RCPE Vice President) who discuss the career option of being a SAS doctor and how RCPE can support you. You can contact Dr Crawford b
Less Than Full-time Training, Barriers and Future Needs (9 Apr 2025)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi speaks with Dr Hannah Preston about their article on less than full time working as a trainee doctor. They discuss the results of the study as well as some of the barriers that still exist for trainees wishing to work less than full time. Dr Hannah Preston a Renal Registrar in South East Scotland, currently undertaking a clinical PhD in manganese enhanced MRI
Medical Specialties - Diabetes & Endocrinology (12 Mar 2025)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks with Dr Rebecca Sagar about a career in Diabetes and Endocrinology. Dr Sagar highlights the benefits of following this career path, discusses how she got into the specialty and provides advice for those who are interested in it. Dr Rebecca Sagar currently works as an NIHR Clinical Lecturer and SpR in Endocrinology at the University of Leeds and Leeds Te
Becoming a Parent (12 Feb 2025)
In this episode, Dr Kirsty Crowe and Dr Aoife Duignan delve into the challenges and rewards of becoming a parent while working in the medical field. They explore crucial topics such as navigating maternity and annual leave, breaking the news to your employer, and the logistics of returning to work. The discussion also covers the importance of keeping in touch days (KIT), understanding your rights
Medical Specialties - Geriatric Medicine (4 Dec 2024)
This week, Dr Marilena Giannoudi focuses on the geriatric career path with Dr Kat Ralston. This episode covers the day-to-day as well as the advantages, challenges, and the pathway to this profession. Dr Ralston provides many resources to inform your journey into geriatric medicine and discusses a few interesting cases she has encountered. Dr Kat Ralston is a geriatric medicine registrar in Edinbu
Remote and Rural Medicine (18 Nov 2024)
This is a co-release with our sister podcast, Clinical Conversations. In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi speaks with Dr Neil Shepherd about remote and rural medicine. Dr Shepherd highlights the benefits as well as the challenges of working in remote and rural areas and some of the professional support in place for this career path. Dr Neil Shepherd considers himself to be a rural generalist. H
Medical Specialties - GUM (6 Nov 2024)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi discusses the career path in Genitourinary Medicine (GUM) with specialists Dr Sarah Schoeman and Dr Michael Ewens. This episode will give you insights on a typical week working in GUM, how to get into this field, what it takes to specialise in it and the many advantages of this rewarding profession. Dr Sarah Schoeman is a GUM Consultant in Leeds based at the
Medical Specialties - Gastroenterology (2 Oct 2024)
This week, Dr Marilena Giannoudi discusses the field of gastroenterology with Dr Archie Coulter. Dr Coulter shares his personal journey into the specialty, his process for choosing gastroenterology and what his day-to-day life in the field entails. Dr Archibald Coulter is a gastroenterology registrar working in the South West of England and is also a member of the RCPE Trainees and Members’ Commit
Medical Specialties - Cardiology (4 Sep 2024)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews cardiology registrar Dr Anda Bularga about a career path in cardiology. This discussion provides insights into a typical week in the field, the process of entering the profession, the requirements for specialisation and the numerous advantages of this rewarding career. Dr Anda Bularga is a Clinical Research Fellow at the BHF Centre for Cardiovascul
Leadership Fellowships (24 Jul 2024)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Kirsty Crowe about her experience with the Scottish Clinical Leadership Fellowship. The discussion centres on the increasingly popular leadership fellow posts. Dr Giannoudi explores Dr Crowe's motivations for pursuing the fellowship and delves into the diverse experiences it entailed. Dr Crowe highlights the varied nature of the role, empha
Demystifying PACES - Candidate Perspective (17 Jul 2024)
Dr Emma Spencer speaks with Drs Aparna Potluru, Yasmin Nikookam and Olugbenga Alabi about their recent experiences sitting PACES23. They discuss preparing for the exam and provide some advice for exam day and the emotions of results day. Dr Olugbenga Alabi is an aspiring Neurologist, currently IMT 2 in Belfast Trust. Hailing from Nigeria, he obtained his medical degree from Olabisi Onabanjo Univer
Teaching as a Medical Student (12 July 2024)
In this episode, Edward Foo speaks with Reagan Lee, an experienced teacher and student, about becoming a great educator while still a student. Reagan shares his insights and tips on effective teaching, drawing from his own experiences. Reagan Lee is a fifth-year medical student at the University of Edinburgh, and an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. He has worked on integrating com
Medical Students as Educators - Why it Matters (10 Jul 2024)
In this episode, Edward Foo discusses the relevance and benefits of teaching as a medical student with Ian Lee from the University of Edinburgh. Mr Ian Lee is a Lecturer in Medical Education and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. He works mainly on the University of Edinburgh's Clinical Educator Programme - a staff development, CPD programme supporting clinical educators in their
Medical Specialties - Respiratory Medicine (26 Jun 2024)
This week Dr Natalie Farmer discusses their chosen specialty, Respiratory Medicine, with Dr Marilena Giannoudi. Topics in the episode include Dr Farmer's journey into the specialty and a case example highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary teamwork in treating respiratory patients. Dr Natalie Farmer is currently an ST6 Respiratory Registrar at Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Dr Farmer has
Demystifying PACES - IMG Candidate Perspective (12 June 2024)
Dr Anda Bularga and Dr Aparna Potluru discuss PACES23 from an international medical graduate's perspective with Dr Joseph Zhao. Dr Zhao explains how cultural differences should be remembered and considered when taking the PACES23 exam. He also gives some helpful tips on how to prepare for the exam as well as discussing the overall candidate experience. Dr Joseph Zhao is an IMT2 doctor in the
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Out of Programme Opportunities [Re-release] (29 May 2024)
In this re-release, Marilena Giannoudi discusses with Jivendra Gosai and Louise Mundy their experience of taking part in Out of Programme (OOP) opportunities, the variety of OOP opportunities available and how to get the most out of them. This episode was first released under RCPE's 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in September 2022. Follow us: InstagramUpcoming RCPE events: RCPE Ev
Trust Grade Jobs (15 May 2024)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi discusses Trust Grade Jobs with Dr Vig Kandasamy, a Trust Grade Doctor. In England, Trust Grade Doctors are hired directly by an NHS Trust instead of Health Education England (HEE). Dr Vig Kandasamy is a junior doctor who completed his medical degree in Sheffield, and has trained in West Yorkshire since then. At the time of recording, he was working in Bradfo
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Medical Training in the US and UK [Re-release] (1 May 2024)
In this re-release, Jonathan Bardgett and Anda Bularga interview Matthew Watto and Paul Williams, founding members of the US Internal Medicine podcast ‘The Curbsiders’. The group compare the similarities and differences in medical training pathways within the United States and United Kingdom and discuss their experiences of creating a medical podcast. This episode was first released under RCPE&apo
Medical Specialties - Acute Medicine (17 Apr 2024)
This episode Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks with Dr Jennifer Taylor about Acute Medicine. Dr Taylor explains why they chose Acute Medicine as their specialty, explains about Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) units and the skills needed to be a good acute medic. Dr Taylor is a current ST7 in Acute and General Internal Medicine working at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust in West Yorkshire.
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Clinical Education [Re-release] (3 April 2024)
In this re-release, Jonathan Bardgett interviews Gill Aitken about the difference between Medical Education and Clinical Education, mentorship and tips on creating helpful teaching sessions. This episode was first released under RCPE's 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in May 2022.Follow us: InstagramUpcoming RCPE events: RCPE Events CalendarBecome an RCPE Member: Join RCPEFeedback:
Medical Specialties - Renal Medicine (20 Mar 2024)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews fellow T&MC Co-Chair Dr Hannah Preston on their chosen specialty: Renal Medicine. Dr Preston discusses why they chose Renal Medicine, the variety the specialty offers and an interesting case from their time in Renal Medicine. Dr Hannah Preston is a Renal Registrar in Edinburgh and RCPE Trainees and Members' Committee (T&MC) Co-Chair. D
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Women in Cardiology [Re-release] (8 March 2024)
In this re-release, shared on International Women's Day, Dr Kate Gatenby discusses being a Cardiologist and 'Women in Cardiology' more broadly with Dr Marilena Giannoudi. This episode was first released under RCPE's 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in August 2022.Follow us: InstagramUpcoming RCPE events: RCPE Events CalendarBecome an RCPE Member: Join RCPEFeedback: cm
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Demystifying PACES - Neurological [Station 3] (02 Feb 2024)
In this episode, Dr Kat Ralston chats with Dr Kathleen White about the PACES neurological examination encounter (Station 3), sharing top tips and common pitfalls. They discuss the neurological station in depth, including calibration, skills tested and common conditions encountered. They explore an approach to identifying signs, localising the lesion and navigating presenting the case and examiner
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Demystifying PACES - Respiratory [Station 1] (31 Jan 2024)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Mudher Al-Khairalla about the PACES respiratory system examination encounter (Station 1). Dr Al-Khairalla gives an overview of the encounter including examiner calibration and skills tested, and shares top tips and common pitfalls. Dr Al-Khairalla is a Consultant & Honorary Lecturer in Respiratory Medicine, University of Dundee and GIM Clini
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Demystifying PACES - Cardiovascular [Station 3] (29 Jan 2024)
In this episode, Dr Anda Bularga interviews Professor Andrew Elder about the PACES cardiovascular system examination encounter (Station 3). Prof Elder first gives a history of and rationale for the improvements made to the PACES exam, which he has been instrumental in. Prof Elder gives an overview of the cardiovascular examination encounter including calibration and skills tested, and shares top t
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Demystifying PACES - Abdominal [Station 4] (26 Jan 2024)
In this episode, Dr Emma Spencer interviews Dr Kerri Baker about the PACES abdominal system examination encounter (Station 4). Dr Baker gives an overview of the encounter including examiner calibration and skills tested, and shares top tips and common pitfalls. Dr Kerri Baker is Dean of Education at RCPE, a consultant acute medicine physician in Fife, Scotland, and an experienced PACES examiner. D
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Demystifying PACES - Consultation [Stations 2 & 5] (21 Dec 2023)
Dr Hannah Preston discusses the PACES Consultation Stations with Dr Matt King. Dr King gives an overview and shares top tips and common pitfalls. The two Consultation Stations aim to assess how candidates approach a clinical problem in an integrated manner, using history-taking, examination, and communication with a patient or surrogate. Dr Matt King is an acute medicine physician in Edinburgh, an
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Demystifying PACES - Communication [Stations 1 & 4] (19 Dec 2023)
Dr Kirsty Crowe discusses the PACES communication encounters with Dr Nicola Zammitt. Dr Zammitt gives an overview of the communication encounters, undertaken in Stations 1 and 4, and shares top tips and common pitfalls. The communication encounters assess: Clinical Communication, Clinical Judgement, Managing Patients' Concerns, and Maintaining Patient Welfare. This includes explaining clinica
Demystifying PACES - How the exam is organised (15 Dec 2023)
In this episode of 'Demystifying PACES', Dr Kat Ralston chats to Dr Matt Thomas to draw back the curtain and give you a 'behind the scenes' insight into how the PACES exams are organised. We cover the application process, how patients are selected, who the examiners are, how calibration works and what happens on the exam day and beyond. We include practical tips to help you in
Finances for Doctors with Medics Money (22 Nov 2023)
In this episode Dr Hannah Preston interviews Dr Tommy Perkins and Dr Ed Cantelo, the founders of Medics' Money. The Medics' Money team discuss many topics, such as tax claims, savings, investments, pensions, life insurance and income protection. The team also offer some top tips on what to look out for on your payslips, checking you are on the right tax code and when to seek financial ad
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Microaggressions [Re-release] (8 Nov 2023)
This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in August 2021. Dr Tina Ryan talks to Dr Rosie Baruah about microaggressions, how to recognise them and actions you can take. Dr Rosie Baruah is a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine, Western General Hospital and Hon. Clinical Senior Lecturer, University of Edinburgh. The Seven Acts of Al
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Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics [Re-release] (25 Oct 2023)
This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in July 2021. Dr David Ryan interviews Prof Emma Baker and Dr Dipender Gill about Clinical Pharmacology discussing their day to day experiences and why everyone should consider it as a specialty. Useful links British Pharmacological Society - https://www.bps.ac.uk/ Guest/host profileshttps:
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Medical Simulation Training [Re-release] (11 Oct 2023)
This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in May 2021. Dr Vicky Tallentire discusses her career in medical education and explains how medical trainees can get involved in simulation training and research. She reflects on her time as an education fellow, an education coordinator at the Scottish Centre for Simulation and Clinical Hum
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Leadership in AMU [Re-release] (27 Sep 2023)
This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in March 2021. Dr Claire Gordon talks about leadership and management in the Acute Medical Unit with Dr Jonathan Bardgett. Dr Gordon is an Acute Medicine Consultant working South East Scotland. She shares her experience of leadership and management during the COVID-19 pandemic and discusses
AI in Clinical Research Fellowships (13 Sep 2023)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi finds out more about artificial intelligence (AI) from Dr Joshua Au Yeung. They discuss what AI means and Dr Joshua Au Yeung explains how AI is used as a tool to help clinicians. They explore key skills that are needed to work in AI, such as coding, and Dr Joshua Au Yeung goes on to encourage anyone interested in AI to reach out to find out more and commit to
Working abroad (30 Aug 2023)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi discusses working abroad with Dr Cahal Rafferty who worked in an ED in Adelaide, South Australia for around 18 months. They discuss the application process, costs, benefits and potential challenges, with Dr Rafferty openly sharing their experience of working abroad. Dr Rafferty is a University of Liverpool graduate, who after foundation training worked in ED in Adelaide, Sout
Specialised Foundation Programme (16 Aug 2023)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Rishab Makam and Javeria Tariq on their experiences of applying for the Specialised Foundation Programme. Dr Rishab Makam is an Academic FY1 in Hull and Javeria Tariq is a final year medical student in Leeds who will begin Specialised Foundation training in August. Dr Marilena Giannoudi is the T&MC Podcast Lead and Vice-Chair for Careers and Communications.
Demystifying PACES - Introduction (02 Aug 2023)
In the first episode of our 'Demystifying PACES' series, Dr Kat Ralston and Dr Hannah Preston interview Dr Rod Harvey, RCPE Dean of Examinations (at time of recording), and discuss the new PACES exam. They discuss the rationale and process behind the update to the MRCP(UK) PACES exam and explore the changes to the exam in detail for candidates sitting PACES. Dr Rod Harvey discusses the s
Preparing for FY1 - Part 2 (20 July 2023)
Dr Libby Sampey talks to Dr Marilena Giannoudi about managing life at work as a Foundation Year One doctor. They begin by considering how to prepare - exploring expenses and membership fees - before moving on to discuss supervisors and leave. Dr Marilena Giannoudi shares some useful guidance about staying on top of your portfolio, and gives advice on the benefits of taking part in social events. D
Preparing for FY1 - Part 1 (19 July 2023)
Drs Libby Sampey, Kat Ralston and Marilena Giannoudi discuss top tips for new doctors in this episode, including rotas, how to approach handover and referrals, dealing with nightshifts, and looking after yourself. All three participants are members of RCPE's Members and Trainees' Committee (T&MC). Dr Libby Sampey is a Foundation Year Doctor working in South East Scotland. Dr Kat Rals
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Resilience [Re-release] (05 July 2023)
This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in December 2020. Dr Addy McLeod and Dr Paul Coulter discuss the importance of resilience training and mental wellbeing for a successful career. Dr Coulter shares his experience of a holistic approach to building resilience and confidence.Useful LinksStories from Patient Voices open worksho
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Being Trans in the NHS [Re-release] (21 June 2023)
This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in February 2021. Dr Xan Hughes (pronouns they/them) talks to Dr David Ryan (pronouns he/him) about being an openly transgender doctor working in the NHS. The topics covered include an introduction to some common terminology relevant to talking about trans healthcare and about how easy chan
Medical Specialties - Clinical Genetics (07 Jun 2023)
This week Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Kate Richardson about Clinical Genetics. Dr Richardson discusses a typical week in Clinical Genetics and gives advice on how to get experience with this small but incredibly interesting specialty. Dr Richardson commenced specialty training in Clinical Genetics in 2021 at the Northern Genetics service. They previously completed foundation and core medic
Medical Specialties - Immunology (24 May 2023)
In this episode Dr Ahmed, an Immunology and Allergy trainee in Leeds, takes us through her interest in this fascinating area of medicine, her experience of the application process and on to what life as an immunology trainee looks like. Dr Sammiya Ahmed is a Clinical Immunology and Allergy Trainee in Yorkshire, working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals which offers a regional service for allergies, rar
Medical Specialties - Oncology (10 May 2023)
In this episode Dr Kayani explains the differences between Medical and Clinical Oncology and shares his experience of training in this fascinating area of medicine. Dr Marilena Giannoudi is the T&MC Podcast Lead and Vice-Chair for Careers and Communications. Recording date: 7 December 2022Useful Linkshttps://www.jrcptb.org.uk/specialties/medical-oncology https://phstrecruitment.org.uk/specialt
Offers and the Upgrade Process (19 Apr 2023)
In this episode Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Hannah Preston about the Offer and Upgrade process for Higher Specialty Training. Dr Hannah Preston was successful at HST interview and is a Renal Registrar in Edinburgh, having previously been an ACCS Trainee. Dr Preston is also RCPE Trainees and Members' Committee (T&MC) Co-Chair. Dr Marilena Giannoudi is the T&MC Podcast Lead and
Medical Specialties - Medical Microbiology (12 Apr 2023)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi discusses training and a career in Medical Microbiology with Dr Christopher Rooney, a Specialist Registrar in Medical Microbiology in Leeds undertaking a PhD in the gut microbiome as out of programme research. Medical Microbiology bridges the laboratory and clinical teams and provides a varied career, including oversight of laboratory testing, infection prevention and control
Medical Specialties - Rehabilitation Medicine (29 Mar 2023)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi discusses a career in Rehabilitation Medicine with Dr Oliver Isaac, a Registrar in Rehabilitation Medicine. Dr Oliver Isaac has a passion for Rehabilitation Medicine as it combines working out the best holistic management for individual patients in optimising function and helps society as a whole. Rehabilitation Medicine physicians work closely with other professionals to ach
Importance of sleep - Shift work, fatigue and burnout (15 Mar 2023)
Dr Hannah Preston talks with Dr Michael Farquhar about the relationship between shift work, fatigue and burnout and the importance of sleep for healthcare professionals. Dr Mike Farquhar joined the Evelina London Children’s Hospital sleep medicine team as a consultant in 2012. He holds weekly general sleep, hypersomnia and adolescent sleep clinics, and supports Evelina London’s busy diagnostic sle
Teaching Fellow Jobs (01 Mar 2023)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks to Drs Rob Ker and Jonny Guckian about their experience of undertaking teaching fellow jobs and how teaching fellow jobs fit into and benefit a career as a physician. Dr Rob Ker is currently working as a registrar in renal medicine in Glasgow. He trained at Newcastle Medical School and graduated in 2014. He worked as teaching fellow in and around Newcastle in 2016 to 20
Chief Registrar Jobs (22 Feb 2023)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks to Dr Jess Morgan about working as a Chief Registrar. The RCP Chief Registrar Programme is a flagship leadership development programme for trainee doctors who are committed to quality improvement. The programme is open to all physician and non-physician specialties. Dr Jess Morgan is an ST5 in Elderly Medicine/GIM and Bradford Teaching Hospital's first chief regist
Medical Specialties - Rheumatology (15 Feb 2023)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks to Dr Mustafa Ahmad about training and a career in Rheumatology. Dr Ahmad is a Rheumatology Trainee (ST7) at the Western General Hospital, Edinburgh. He is also a member of the British Society for Rheumatology trainees committee and designed and co-leads the Rheumatology module as part of the University of Edinburgh and RCPE's online Internal Medicine MSc. Dr Maril
International Medical Graduates in the UK (1 Feb 2023)
Drs Anda Bularga and Jonny Bardgett talk to Drs Francesca Moroni and Zerihun Demissie Tefera about their experiences as International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in the UK. Dr Francesca Moroni is a consultant gastroenterologist with special interest in nutrition and functional GI disorders. She graduated in 2006 at Universita' di Pavia in Italy and moved to the UK in 2007 where she completed her
Interview themes and top tips for IMT (19 Jan 2023)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks to Dr Georgia Baynes about internal medicine training (IMT) interview themes and top tips. Dr Georgia Baynes was successful at IMT interview and is a current IMT1 working at Bradford Royal Infirmary. Dr Baynes graduated from the University of Manchester in 2019 then did foundation training in West Yorkshire. Dr Baynes is unsure which specialty to apply
Interview themes and top tips for HST (18 Jan 2023)
In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks to Dr Hannah Preston about higher specialty training (HST) interview themes and top tips. Dr Hannah Preston was successful at HST interview and is a Renal Registrar in Edinburgh, having previously been an ACCS Trainee. Dr Preston is also RCPE Trainees and Members' Committee (T&MC) Co-Chair. Dr Marilena Giannoudi is the T&MC Podcast Lead and
Less Than Full Time (7 Dec 2022)
In this episode Dr Jonny Bardgett talks to Dr Anda Bularga about his journey to work less than full time (LTFT). He explains how he went about researching and applying to go LTFT and the effect it has subsequently had on his work life balance. Recording date: 19 July 2022 Follow us: InstagramUpcoming RCPE events: RCPE Events CalendarBecome an RCPE Member: Join RCPEFeedback: cme@rcpe.ac.uk This pod
Applying for an Academic Job (14 Oct 2022)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Jessica Pearce and Dr Rebecca Sagar about their academic careers to date, including 'top tips' on how to apply for academic jobs. All three speakers provide their insights and experiences of applying for and undertaking academic jobs, including the Academic Foundation Programme (AFP, now called the Specialised Foundation Programme, SFP), Academic Clini
Applying for IMT: The Application Process (13 Oct 2022)
In this episode of Career Conversations Dr Gabrielle Woodward-Smith discusses their experience of applying for IMT using the Oriel system with Dr Marilena Giannoudi. Recording date: 1 August 2022 Useful Linkshttps://www.oriel.nhs.uk/Web https://www.imtrecruitment.org.uk/ Disclaimer: Please always refer to official recruitment websites for the latest guidance as application dates and processes may
Applying for HST: The Application Process (12 Oct 2022)
Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Hannah Preston, who shares her experiences of applying for Physician Higher Specialty Training (HST). Dr Preston discusses the practicalities of the application form and application process, and shares her 'top tips'. Dr Marilena Giannoudi is the Podcast Lead for RCPE's Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) and Dr Hannah Preston is the
Career Conversations Trailer (11 Oct 2022)
Introduction to the podcast series 'Career Conversations' from the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh's Trainees & Members' Committee, by Dr Marilena Giannoudi.Follow us: InstagramUpcoming RCPE events: RCPE Events CalendarBecome an RCPE Member: Join RCPEFeedback: cme@rcpe.ac.uk This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal Col
