BENEFITS OF GP TRAINING IN UK | JUNIOR DOCTOR LIFE

[@anujkakkad9114]

Hey, this video was really amazing. Thanks and looking forward to keep hearing from you.

[@lavnya70]

Thank you. Do check out the second part of this video as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6qtl5erd7t_m80

[@DrErwinKwun]

GP training is a great career choice. I've decided to become a GP and have never looked back. There are many benefits of working in General Practice. If you like variety and continuity of care general practice offers both. You also have more flexibility with the days you work.

[@lavnya70]

Well said Doctor Kwun.

[@publichealth1681]

great video thank you.looking forward to the disadvantages video would also be very useful.

[@lavnya70]

Thank you!

[@sophiaB270]

Thank you for this well-informed video. Ur voice is so lovely!🤗💜

[@lavnya70]

Thank you. All the best.

[@DrRamanSau]

You are a nice speaker I must say

[@lavnya70]

Thank you.

[@sauravtayade5865]

Keep Up the good work. Your comments sec did solve lot of queries. Best luck:D

[@lavnya70]

Thank you.

[@furkanaydogdu3293]

thank you for information. i want to be a gp in uk. i am currently performing as a gp in turkey. greetings.

[@alinazaynab7347]

Please make a video about dermatology specialty as well...

[@shahriarkabirdany7330]

Thank you so much.

[@leelavathigopal3282]

Hi Lavnya, I'm studying 3rd year MBBS right now. After passing PLAB, what am I supposed to do to specialise in Obstetrics? You have a really sweet voice by the way

[@lavnya70]

Thank you. After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in the UK. After FY2(1 year), apply for obs and gynae speciatly training (7 years).

[@116satyamkumar5]

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[@leelavathigopal3282]

@@lavnya70 Thank you so much for answering❤️

[@thetruthexplorer6118]

Hi sweet lavanya. You are doing excellent job. May I know whether or not mrcgp is recognized other than UK like in Canada or UAE??

[@lavnya70]

Hi, thank you. Sorry, I am not sure about that. It is best to check with the medical council in that country.

[@thetruthexplorer6118]

@@lavnya70 thank you for your prompt reply dear. I have 4 yrs experience as a orthopedic resident and had my plans of going into orthopedic surgery. Since I am 30 looking at the time it takes that's almost 8-10 yrs. I had my intuition over emergency medicine and mrgcgp as well could you please guide me, Whether how can I be able to get the mrgcgp training and do u get the British pr while u have been in uk for ur training

[@lavnya70]

@@thetruthexplorer6118 Hi, it depends on what specialty you want to do here in the UK. You will normally be on a work visa for 5 years. After 5 years, you can apply to settle (PR) in the UK. GP training is probably the shortest. Alternatively, you can look into orthopaedic surgery via the CESR route. You can find more information about the CESR route here. bdiresourcing.com/news/2018/06/a-guide-to-cesr/130

[@thetruthexplorer6118]

@@lavnya70 Nice that's great, but I guess you also have to do the fy 2 ct 1 ct plus gp st1 st2 st 3 . That makes 6 yrs I guess that's reasonable enough to be eligible for pr ??

[@thetruthexplorer6118]

Or may be directly we can enter in st1 aftr fy2 but I guess we do have option to do non training that wll add up to your 5 yrs stay in uk . There fore you are eligible to apply for it. Also could you pls guide me as to what r the route tht cn enable you to work in Canada or australia afte ur registered royal college physicians and abt mrcem you need to pass mrcem exaams.

[@hedayatsm553]

Hi Dr. Lavanya, I'd like to ask, are we allowed to choose our hospital rotations with regards to the departments we will rotate in, during GP training?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, yes you can rank the hospitals and rotations you want.

[@tiagomenesesdesouza921]

What about job stability? Is it possible and common to stay in a single GP job for years (10-20 years), or is there a very high turnover of professionals in these jobs? What about telemedicine jobs in the GP area? Are common? In Brazil, it is possible to specialize in other areas after training for GP, such as cardiology, endocrinology, depending on the training time that the doctor does. Is this possible in the uk? Hugs from Brazil

[@lavnya70]

In the UK GP is a separate specialty. It is not related to cardiology, endocrinology etc. If you want to pursue the higher medical specialties like cardiology, endocrinology - it will be better to do internal medicine training rather than GP.

[@tiagomenesesdesouza921]

@@lavnya70 Ok. Thank you for this video. Your channel is exelent.

[@Fightforyourprinciples]

Thank you so much for ur videos, u re a such pure and lovely soul. And ur videos are full of beneficial informations.. i have one question pls, I am wearing Hijab, will I have any problem in UK, cuz I found that it s forbidden to cover the forearm even if u re not in a surgery service.. is that true in all hospitals even in the service job ? Or only in training ? And is there any specialty that I ll be able to wear my hijab and cover my forearm without any problem?? THANKS A LOT

[@lavnya70]

The infection control rules applies to all hospital jobs. I am not really sure what jobs will be exempt. Sorry.

[@drdarshanbm]

Hi could you please make a video or tell me about the competition and job opportunities in UK post MRCP. How hard is it to get into specialty training post MRCP? Thank you. - New subscriber

[@lavnya70]

Hi Darshan. You can find the competition ration on the recruitment website for each individual speciality. The ratios for 2018 should be up. Here is the table of the competition ratio specialtytraining.hee.nhs.uk/Portals/1/Content/Resource%20Bank/Competition%20Ratio%27s/Competition%20Ratios%202018.pdf

[@drdarshanbm]

Thank you so much for the information. If you are looking for video requests- could you make a video on how to build/write a good CV/resume. I am a graduate from medical school in India and will be starting my post graduation in medicine soon. I am planning on taking up MRCP part 1 later this year or early next year. I am hoping to get into speciality training in UK after my graduation. Your videos are really inspirational. Thanks again.

[@yalamanchilidhanya5666]

Hi lavanya ,I really appreciate for helping us by making such useful videos . I have a small doubt ..I want to become a surgeon and after passing mrcs do we need to pay the tuition fee for st3-st8 or is it free.I heard that ct is free but st has its tution fee

[@lavnya70]

Hi, thank you. No, there is no fees for higher surgical specialty training st3-8. Similar to core surgical training, you will be working for the trust/hospital while you train.

[@yalamanchilidhanya5666]

@@lavnya70 thank you very much for replying back ,it means a lot 😀

[@poojamahajan471]

Hi mam. Mam video is very good. I just want to know how can we enter in Uk system to become GP? I mean do we need to give any exam and what kind of exam????

[@lavnya70]

After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in UK. After FY2 (1 year) , apply for specialty training in GP (3 years). You might need to take an aptitude test AFTER sending in your application for GP training. It is called the Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA) exam.

[@poojamahajan471]

@@lavnya70 thanku mam

[@apilsapkota4495]

Thankyou for this video. So after being a GP, what other medical subspecialities can i take? So that i can practice that speciality back in India if i wish to return back

[@lavnya70]

Hi, there is a wide range of sub-specialties for GP, eg women's health, dermatology, mental health, etc. I am not sure if UK GP training is recognised in India. It is best to check before committing to the programme here.

[@apilsapkota4495]

If i choose dermatology after gp, how many years will I have to study further? And can I practice as a dermatologist there in uk or india?

[@lavnya70]

@@apilsapkota4495 Hi, to become a full dermatology specialist, you don't do the GP pathway. You have to do internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years), then dermatology specialty training (4 years). GP can do a special interest in dermatology, but they are not fully qualified dermatology specialist.

[@apilsapkota4495]

Oh thankyou 😊

[@alinazaynab7347]

Hi...do you think MRCGP is recognised in Canada,New Zealand or UAE?

[@dollysri11]

Hi mam I'm a gynecologist in India and I want to do endocrinology in UK ,could u please let me Know if I should go through mrcp or plab..thank you

[@nayyerabbas8617]

Dear lavnya many thanks for your useful comments .my question is what if some IMG having more then 10 years of experience in certain subspecialty but having a local diploma which is not listed in GMC list,is there any edge he or she can get .specially as myself i am an EU graduate but Pakistani national.

[@lavnya70]

Yes, i think your experience will be considered. If you are already a specialist in another country you can join the specialist register here/ become a consultant via the CESR route. bdiresourcing.com/news/2018/06/a-guide-to-cesr/130

[@nayyerabbas8617]

Thanks for reply n guidance. .God Bless you

[@luqmanbakr5848]

What if you passed PLAB, what would be the pathway for GP like? Can one join GP training immediately after clearing PLAB, does it still require nontraining jobs before proceeding to GP training?

[@lavnya70]

Most IMGs apply for a non-training post for 6-12 months before entering specialty training. This will give you NHS experience before entering a training programme. After completing a non-training post SHO/FY2 level, you can apply for GP training (3 years).

[@luqmanbakr5848]

Thank you Lavnya Balenderan!

[@DRNEETPG]

Hello ma'am, i am a medico and wanna know that after completing 3 yrs of gp training , Gps are given Cct or not as in my country only cct is acceptable . Thanks in advance

[@lavnya70]

Yes, after completing GP training (3 years), you will achieve the CCT.

[@johntony1670]

Which other speciality allows you to choose your own contract ? Thanks !

[@lavnya70]

GP is probably the most flexible specialty. But you can always negotiate your hours with the trust. Some doctors do choose to work less than full time in other specialties.

[@johntony1670]

Lavnya Balenderan thank you!

[@mohdjunaid6337]

Hi madam GP is equal to MBBS

[@dr.arsath6345]

Hello mam Now I am in med school .(FMGE). I want to become a pediatrician . For that how many years it take and what are exams I have write please tell all that exam names .

[@lavnya70]

Hi, great that you are interested in paediatrics. Where do you want to work.

[@dr.arsath6345]

@@lavnya70 UK or in India

[@lavnya70]

@@dr.arsath6345 Hi, this is the process to become a paediatrician in the UK. After medical school, do PLAB. Once you have completed PLAB and have registered with the GMC, apply for foundation programme (2 years). Then, apply for paediatric specialty training (7 years). During paediatric specialty training , you will need to sit for the MRCPH.

[@lavnya70]

@akhil rock Hi, yes you can apply for surgical specialty training. It is competitive, but still possible if you have a good portfolio and you are committed to the specialty. 7-8 years after internship.

[@lavnya70]

@akhil rock Slightly competitive. Do make sure you have a good cv and portfolio before applying.

[@drhimanshupatel7289]

How to get dermatology degree after passing plab 1 and 2 ?? Is there course fees for that ...I completed my mbbs from India. And want to be dermatologist.

[@lavnya70]

Hi, well done. If you do a dermatology MD/ masters/phd via a university there will be a fees. But specialty training in dermatology for doctors is free. It is run via health education england. There is no fees. You will work while you train. After PLAB, apply for internal medicine training (3 years), then dermatology specialty training (4 years).

[@drhimanshupatel7289]

@@lavnya70 and for that mrcp is required in between...??or only plab 1 and 2 will work ?

[@lavnya70]

@@drhimanshupatel7289 Hi, yes during internal medicine training (3 years), you need to sit for the MRCP.

[@drhimanshupatel7289]

@@lavnya70 ok thank you for your great response 😊

[@luqmanbakr5848]

Hello Lavynya What if someone has completed MRCP, does he still require to undergo the three -year GP training?

[@eclecticism1019]

Luqman Bakr technically yes!

[@lavnya70]

Hi, MRCP is an exam of entering the medical specialties- respiratory, cardiology, dermatology etc. GP has its own training programme and specialist exam - MRCGP. If you are an experianced doctor and have already worked as a GP, you can apply to join the GP specialist register via the CEGPR route. You should be able to find more information here www.rcgp.org.uk/training-exams/discover-general-practice/qualifying-as-a-gp-in-the-nhs/certificate-of-eligibility-for-gp-registration-cegpr.aspx Otherwise, you will need to complete the 3 year GP training programme to work in the UK as a qualified GP.

[@eclecticism1019]

Hello again! If I passed MRCP, will I be eligible to work as a GP without MRCGP? I think after MRCP, if I am planning to work as a GP without MRCGP, I will need 3 years of training? Is that correct?

[@lavnya70]

@@eclecticism1019 There are a number of ways to become a registered GP. One way is to complete the 3 year GP training programme (during the 3 years you will have to complete the MRCGP exam). All doctors in GP training have to complete the MRCGP. The other way- for qualified GP overseas, you can enter the GP specialist register via the CEGPR route as mentioned above. Although MRCP is good qualification to have, it is a purely medical exam. It has nothing to do with GP training or working as a GP.

[@Amal-oz1hz]

"Golden handshake". Does it mean there won't be any salary?

[@lavnya70]

You will still receive a monthly salary.

[@Amal-oz1hz]

@@lavnya70 thanks sisi...

[@ElianaDaisy]

Hello, I’m doing an extended degree in science in university hoping to study dietetics. Do you know if it is possible to start gp training after I have completed this degree. It’s a 4 year university course. Also how much does gp training cost and is it full time training? I would like to have a job while training to be able to live. There isn’t payment during gp training is there?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, you need to have a basic medical degree in oder to become a GP. There is no fee for GP training in the UK. It is a full time post. You will be working while you are on the training post, so you will also get a monthly salary.

[@ElianaDaisy]

Thanks! Is dietetics a basic medical degree?

[@lavnya70]

@@ElianaDaisy Hi, I don't think so. Medical degrees are mbbs (or equivalent).

[@von260]

Eliana Daisy u need to go to medical school, u need to study medicine. Best of luck Medical intern(6th yr).

[@khalidahmed8852]

Hi can a advanced clinical practitioner become a gp? As they kinda do the same thing so for extra training can they

[@lavnya70]

I don't think so. To become a GP, you need MBBS, and GP training (3 years).

[@jithivb8817]

Hi mam, u am doung my Pg general medicine in India I wanna GP in UK. Ca u pls give the guidance

[@lavnya70]

After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in UK. After FY2 (1 year) , apply for specialty training general practice (3 years). Then you will become a qualified GP in UK. Do check out this video as well - GP TRAINING kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6qtl5erd7t_m80

[@poojamahajan471]

@@lavnya70 hi mam. Mam please tell me what is ( FY) ?

[@lavnya70]

@@poojamahajan471 FY refers to the grade/post. FY- Foundation year. Do check out this video on UK Doctors Grade and Titles kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHKnYaepqtx4fJo

[@palanipandian8688]

Hello Dr. I am from india (tamil) i am currently in my final yr of medskl i am planning to do plabs and i wanted to know how many years will it take to specialise in paeds / obs and gynae after i complete my plabs.. Its somewhere between 3 to 8 yrs thtz wat everyone say.. It would be so helpfull if u could say the exact number of years..thanks in advance

[@lavnya70]

Hi, well done. It will normally take 7 years after internship/foundation programme to specialise in paeds/obgyn.

[@palanipandian8688]

Thank u fr taking time to reply each one of our queries its so kind of u ❤

[@drhimanshupatel7289]

@@lavnya70 college fees/course fees is there for CMT and Speciality medical training ?

[@lavnya70]

@@drhimanshupatel7289 Hi, in the UK, all specialty training is free. You will work for the hospital while you train. You will also receive a monthly salary.

[@dr.meenuiqbal338]

hi dr Lavanya, can I know which exam to prepare for in order to get into family medicine training in the UK, kindly guide, I am confused with mrcp and mrcgp. or should I go for plab and then go for the training, I also came across the rcgp info but very confused now as things are not clear!!

[@lavnya70]

Hi Doctor, to do family medicine (it is called general practice in the UK). You need to get into the GP training programme. So, start by doing plab. You might need to work in the UK as a trust grade doctor for a couple of years in oder to gain experiance. Then apply for GP training programme. During your GP training you will have to sit and complete the MRCGP. You can't sit for the exam if you are not in GP training. Hope this helps.

[@dr.meenuiqbal338]

@@lavnya70 thanku for the reply, thanku, by the way I already have few years gp exp in my country so would it still be necessary to work as trust grade doctor before qualifying into training program?

[@lavnya70]

@@dr.meenuiqbal338 Hi, not really. They might want you to gave some NHS experience before going into training. Do check with the GP recruitment website. They might have a separate pathway for international GPs. @t . Alternatively you can check the RCGP website for international doctors.

[@drshukalpratik1175]

Hello dr lavanya ..how many yr it will take to become cardiothoracic surgeon once i pass plab 2..

[@lavnya70]

It is 8 years after FY2. Do check out this video on How to become a surgeon in the UK (including cardiothoracics) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWa0hWyFocugoZo

[@drshukalpratik1175]

@@lavnya70 thank you 🤗..you are really very sweet n helping

[@drshukalpratik1175]

@@lavnya70 one more thing i wanted to ask you , is it true that uk don't give clinical branch to international students

[@lavnya70]

@@drshukalpratik1175 No, IMGs can apply for specialty training in UK.

[@medicinenow]

How can I work as Ankle and foot surgeon as I am doing that speciality from China.?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, how much experience do you have in ankle and foot surgery? If you are very experienced you could apply via the cesr route.

[@medicinenow]

@@lavnya70I am doing my post-graduation right now

[@lavnya70]

@@medicinenow Hi, then you canapply to join the specialist register via the CESR route once you are working here.

[@medicinenow]

@@lavnya70 is there any test for it?

[@lavnya70]

@@medicinenow I don't think so. You will be assessed based on your portfolio.

[@balerikirmu.11]

How much (percent wise) of the £20,000 is taxable?

[@farhajabeen8741]

does gp manage surgery&gyne-obs patient??what types of patient will be practiced by gp???

[@lavnya70]

Hi, GPs are based in the community setting. They see all types of patients including paediatrics, obgyn, surgery, ent, medicine etc. However, they are not the specialist. GPs can refer the patient to secondary care/specialist if necessary.

[@farhajabeen8741]

@@lavnya70 thanks...

[@lifeistolive7012]

hi doctor lavanya after i get job in uk can i do pg in there?

[@lavnya70]

Yes, you can apply for specialty training once you have secured a job here.

[@mdasif-gj9qw]

hiii, if someone completed his mbbs & internship from india & worked in india for 2 or 3 years as Junior doctor. what will be his path to be a GP ? Aren't he overqualified?

[@lavnya70]

To become a GP in the UK, you need to do the GP training programme (3 years).

[@parvathys4959]

Hy mam, I am third yr medical student I would like to do PG at UK .I would like to specialize dermatology .will you tell me how to approach tht pathway mam?

[@lavnya70]

After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in the UK. After FY2, apply for internal medicine training IMT (2 years), after IMT, apply for higher specialty training in dermatology (5 years).

[@parvathys4959]

@@lavnya70 first of all thank you for replying ma message s,mam I have no idea about these exam. What is FY2 exam?

[@parvathys4959]

@@lavnya70 mam one more help , how to prepare plab and which all books should I refer and also exam fee structure mam

[@lavnya70]

@@parvathys4959 FY2 is not an exam. It is the name of the job post.

[@lavnya70]

@@parvathys4959 Do check out this video on PLAB preparation kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjPlJiHibhpo5I

[@josemariaandaya1996]

Would you consider that GP training at the areas that give out the golden handshake is not as great as other areas such as in London?

[@lavnya70]

In terms of training, it is the mostly the same. The area might seem quiet (less activities) compared to London. London can be pretty busy and most trainees are overworked compared to other areas in UK.

[@josemariaandaya1996]

@@lavnya70 thank you! It really is nice to know that GPs in the UK are given great importance. Sad to say that in most countries where healthcare is predominantly privatized, people look up to specialists over generalists, especially in terms of salary. Would you say that NHS-exclusive, non-private practicing GPs generally are more financially secure early on in their careers since they have only 3 years training before achieving consultant status, whereas NHS exclusive surgeons or cardiologists take 10 years to do so?

[@lavnya70]

@@josemariaandaya1996 Yes, it is a lot different here. GP is a respected specialty. The starting salary for GPs after 3 years of training is around £55K/year. The starting salary for consultants after 7 years of training is £70K/year. So it really varies.

[@Dr-Candypuff]

Hi, I'm I'm secondary school. I want to study medicine and in college I wish to study chemistry biology and psychology in college and medicine in University, but is the medicine school or gp training as hard as a doctor? Because the payment seems quite high for a GP.

[@lavnya70]

Hi, all the best for college and medical school. What do you mean by the medicine school or gp training as hard as a doctor?

[@Dr-Candypuff]

@@lavnya70 I meant if I want to become like a children's GP practitionist will the work at medical school and uni and basically everything after college be very hard? Because it's not like an actual doctor but the pay wage seems high

[@lavnya70]

@@Dr-Candypuff Hi, after medical school, you can enter into GP specialist training. GP training will take around 3 years. GP training should not be too stressful.

[@tigerlilly1149]

Hello, I am thinking of becoming a GP, how many years of school do I have to do after I leave school?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, it takes 5 years after medical school to complete GP training in the UK.

[@tigerlilly1149]

Lavnya Balenderan Thank you so much xx

[@irenekyprianou1593]

Hey girl! I do appreciate your calmness and positivity! I am a 4th year med student in Athens, Greece. I'd like to ask you some questions about specialty training in the UK. As far as I know, graduates from Greece (6 years med school) are eligible to apply directly for an FY2 job.Is it ok to skip FY1, considering that I know nothing about NHS at the time and the language is still a challenge for me. I aim to be an endocrinologist and people keep saying that UK is not a good option(extended duration, competitive program etc) What do you think? Thanks in advance, wish all the best xx

[@lavnya70]

Hi, I have only worked in UK so I can't advise on whether it is a good option to work here compared to other countries. If you have completed internship, you can skip FY1. After FY2 (1 year), you can apply for internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years), after IMT, apply for higher specialty training in endocirne (4 years). Do check out the competitive ratios here kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHLJpXymbd9lZqc

[@dr.yasirali6148]

Hi doc can we do 2nd job with training

[@lavnya70]

Hi, what do you mean by a second job? Specialty training in UK is considered a full time job. You will be working for the trust/hospital while you train and you will get a salary.

[@dr.yasirali6148]

@@lavnya70 I mean other job along with training job

[@lavnya70]

What kind of other job?

[@dr.yasirali6148]

@@lavnya70 I mean whether we can join other hospital after training hours

[@lavnya70]

@@dr.yasirali6148 Yes, you can do locums as long as you do not go against 'safe hours' for doctors. But do bear in mind that specialist training is a full time job, 40 hours per week with oncalls and weekends.

[@Samayga]

Wat s their salary.. Gp

[@lavnya70]

Fully qualified GPs (not in training) earn £56K to £85K /year depending on the length of service and experience.

[@Samayga]

@@lavnya70 -- uffff exotic salary🥰

[@Samayga]

@@lavnya70 this 85k pounds salary wen v will get

[@lavnya70]

@@Samayga It will depend on the years on service and experience. The starting salary for GP is £56K/ year.

[@Samayga]

@@lavnya70 - tats awsm.... but that regret feeling v will always have... like other friends will be consultant and v r just mrcgp... dont havr any specialities n hand🥴🥴🥴🥴👹

[@jayjegs2583]

Hello Pls can you do a video on the pathway to be a general practitioner ?? And the necessary exams in each step

[@lavnya70]

Hi, i will try and do one soon. GP training in UK is quite straightforward. You can apply for GP training after FY2, you do not need to sit for any exams before applying. Once you are in GP training, in the 2nd year, you need to sit for the MRCGP. Gp training is for 3 years.

[@jayjegs2583]

@@lavnya70 Ok. Thanks But i am an international medical graduate And i have just wrote my plab 2 I was thinking wat is the the next step in gp training I have also completed 1 year medical practice in my country

[@lavnya70]

@@jayjegs2583 Hi, after PLAB 2, ensure you have done FY2/equivalent. Once you have obtained an FACD (Foundation Achievement of Competence Document), you can apply for GP training. You can obtain the FACD either by doing an FY2 or a trust grade FY2.

[@imranarashid2454]

the 20,000 pounds is annual salary ?

[@lavnya70]

Annual salary for which grade? The starting salary for newly qualified doctors is around 27K/year.

[@imranarashid2454]

@@lavnya70 for GP once he/she completes the trainng ?

[@lavnya70]

@@imranarashid2454 Salaried general practitioners (GPs) earn £56,525 to £85,298 depending on the length of service and experience.

[@maryambarfei1862]

I am really waiting for drawbacks of being a gp ;)

[@lavnya70]

Yes, will do one soon.

[@emma-to6md]

Hello, I am in secondary school. I want to become a GP. Do I have to do the 5 years of medical school and just 3 years training to become a General Practitioner?? Also how much is the salary ?

[@lavnya70]

Yes. Salaried general practitioners (GPs) earn £56,525 to £85,298 depending on the length of service and experience.

[@queenal7710]

5 years medical school, Foundation yr 1 and 2 and then u choose your speciality- 3 years for GP training. For salary look at NHS salary grade. Physicians don't earn a lot especially in their early careers so don't make money your primary reason for being a doctor because doctors aren't millionaires

[@madhurangaliyanage6893]

What are the avenues a UK trained GP could explore outside the UK? In my country GP s are not specifically trained and all the non trainee doctors do GP practice as a source of extra income. I understand in the UK it is another equally valued speciality AKA “Generalist” .Still I am afraid of the stigma with what I have perceived here.😌

[@lavnya70]

GP are normally called family medicine in other countries. GP's here are well payed and respected as a speciality. I understand that this might not be the case in other countries. I guess it will depend on where do you want to work and what is your interest.

[@madhurangaliyanage6893]

Lavnya Balenderan personally I like to do sports medicine.But as an IMG I know its so distant from achieving if not impossible at all.😪

[@lavnya70]

@@madhurangaliyanage6893 There are multiple routes to specialize in sports medicine. If i am not mistaken, GP is one of the routes. CMT is also a good option. Don't let being an IMG stop you. If you are interested and passionate about a specility, you should consider pursuing it. You can find more information on the FSEM page- www.fsem.ac.uk/careers-training/training-pathways/

[@kaivalyadivekar7121]

@@lavnya70 how tough is it for an IMG to get into CMT, maam?

[@lavnya70]

@@kaivalyadivekar7121 CMT is not very competitive compared to other specilities. Honestly, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you have a good chance of getting accepted.

[@KhansKitchen]

,👍👌

[@MHBDUBAI]

Why GP salary too low that living expenses are equal?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, that is the salary rate for doctors in the UK. I can't really comment on why it is that low.

[@drshivanibedi7315]

Hey, 1 query - In the TERScheme/golden handshake, the doctor is paid 20 grands on annual basis for 3 years or it's a one time pay? + The trainee is paid monthly salary in addition this 20 grands, right? If yes, is the salary same as other ST1 in different specialities?

[@TheNeetha234]

Hi Lavnya... I am an md dermatologist from india with 2 years of work experience in india.What would be the route to work as a dermatologist in the uk/ a speciality dr. Do i have to write plab and do a dermatology pg eqivalent in the uk. Is there an exam (for eg mrcp..) which may give me a direct route to work as a specialist dr(dermatologist) in uk.? I am quite confused in this respect.Hoping for a reply, thank you.

[@lavnya70]

Hi Neetha, there are a number of routes to work in the UK as a dermatologist. In order to be registered with GMC, you will need to complete PLAB or MRCP. Once you have got your GMC registration and have a few years work experiance here, you might be able to apply for specialist registration via the CESR route. This link should give you more information- www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-the-register/registration-applications/specialty-specific-guidance-for-cesr-and-cegpr. See the pdf for Dermatology. Alternatively if you do not wish to do the CESR route. You could apply for specialty training in dermatology. You will need to complete the MRCP for this.

[@TheNeetha234]

Thanks a lot lavnya😊

[@malihamalbika6916]

Hello,Can you please tell me the salary of a Gp consultant ?

[@lavnya70]

Hi Maliha. The starting salary for GP- minimum annual salary for a full-time salaried GP working 37.5 hours or nine sessions per week is £57,655 for 2018-19. It increases if you become a GP partner.

[@malihamalbika6916]

@@lavnya70 Thank you so much for replying

[@farhajabeen8741]

@@lavnya70 api is the salary u mentioned without tax???

[@lavnya70]

@@farhajabeen8741 No, it is before tax.

[@farhajabeen8741]

without tax,how much api??

[@uebu]

Hello dear...love from India...you are doing a great job....Can I get your email please I have a lot of queries

[@lavnya70]

Thank you! What are your queries?

[@uebu]

First of all I want to know as a Indian graduate do I need to pass mrcp to be a gp or plab is enough

[@lavnya70]

@@uebu Plab is enough. MRCP is only necessary of you want to do any of the medical specialties- resp, cardio, gastro, etc.

[@uebu]

Thanks....I am sorry for inconvenience but if you could tell me that if I pass mrcp then I could get direct entry in gp 3 year training or still I have to do 2 years of foundation....again thanks for your support

[@lavnya70]

@@uebu Hi, you do not need to do MRCP. You could do PLAB, then work here for 6-12 months as a trust grade doctor so you can get experiance in UK, complete the competencies necessary for GP training application, and get references. Then you can apply for GP training. You do not need to do 2 years of foundation again, just make sure that you have completed all the competencies equaivalent to a doctor doing the foundation programme. You can easily do this while working as a trust grade doctor. Alternatively, if you are already a GP in another country- you could apply to join the Uk GP register via the Certificate of eligibility for GP registration (CEGPR) The process by which doctors who have not trained in an approved GP training programme can demonstrate their knowledge, skills and experience are equivalent to that of the CCT curriculum in order to join the GP Register. Hope this helps.