Day in the Life of a Junior Doctor in Central London

[@yashmyasal5422]

Ur videos are the only reason I get up in the morning, keep it up

[@mattbklee]

You're too kind! I hope it brings you some joy and inspiration

[@djtk6921]

No pressure lol

[@mattbklee]

I had so much fun recording my day at work and making this video! Would love to know what you guys think 😊 feel free to subscribe to see more on my journey through medicine, my culture and life!

[@leonardocestari]

Hey Matt! Just stumbled on your video by accident and I just want to let you know you're doing a great job on youtube. Please don't stop posting, your video has really motivated me to keep studying. I'm currently in 4th year of med school in Italy and I'm planning on moving to the UK after I graduate, so having an insight of what it really is like to be a Junior Doctor helps me to keep on track with my studies. Thanks for the video!

[@mattbklee]

Hey Leo thanks so much for your message and for reaching out as well 😊 super glad you enjoyed these videos and I'll definitely keep trying to make content that people can enjoy to get an idea of life as a doctor in the UK!

[@NayiMureyi]

Woooah - straight into my top 10 favourite youtubers Doc! Love the content

[@mattbklee]

Thanks man! Likewise, excited to see both our directions in the future 😎

[@franklampard78]

Oh my what a great place to work at. You get to see a great view out and also during your daily commute 🤩

[@jenniferwong3766]

Thank you for showing us what the life is like as a doctor over there! Especially for the doctors in other countries to know the differences between :D Great work!!!! Can't wait to see more

[@mattbklee]

Thanks Jen Im glad you enjoyed it ☺️ I love sharing my work and life here, lots more coming!

[@KC-iw1vp]

Hi Jennifer, perhaps you would want to join our group: Women in Healthcare UK Group: facebook.com/groups/328124504305176/?ref=share and Like our page: facebook.com/WomeninhealthcareUK We talk about support, mental health, and women empowerment as working in the healthcare sector. Your ideas, coaching, and encouragements are highly appreciated and will be a great addition to the group.

[@HungWillie]

Such as genuine video! Love the first person perspective! Thanks for sharing with us your incredible journey, and glad you're enjoying your time in central London :)

[@mattbklee]

Thanks for the words of encouragement man and glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@pm4226-less]

Moving to London in a month to work as a genetic technologist but really wanted to see what's like to work in a hospital in London! Love your videos

[@mattbklee]

Thank you so much! You'll absolutely love London, especially with everything opening up

[@winniechan1524]

hi, Matthew , enjoy watching your video, it brings me back to my days 40 years ago, I was working at St. Thomas' Renal Unit and Guallen Ward . Enjoy your work at St. Thomas' . it is an excellent prestige teaching Hospital in London , with very professional , friendly and caring staff

[@rosiebradley5885]

Love this video ! I really want to be a doctor after I’ve finished my gcses ( long way away I know) but an amazing insight into what it’s like

[@mattbklee]

Thanks Rosie! You've got the passion for it, you've just got to work hard now!

[@amannaikwade3118]

This video just boosted me with a lot of confidence. Seems like i need to work even harder. Thanks. Absolutely beautiful video. Made my day ❤❤😍🔥

[@SarahNicholls]

Hey Matthew! Loved this video, it's alway interesting t see what other doctors are up to at work :)

[@mattbklee]

Hey Sarah thank you so much, love seeing other doctors on youtube as well 😊 just seen your videos, they're great! Will be following your journey too 🙌🏼

[@KC-iw1vp]

Hi Sarah Nicholls, perhaps you would want to join our group: Women in Healthcare UK Group: facebook.com/groups/328124504305176/?ref=share and Like our page: facebook.com/WomeninhealthcareUK We talk about support, mental health, and women empowerment as working in the healthcare sector. Your ideas, coaching, and encouragements are highly appreciated and will be a great addition to the group.

[@asoreng4030]

What a lovely video Dr... It's great to hear that Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist play a vital role in discharge planning as you have mentioned. You certainly a very good MDT player.Thanks Ajit OT

[@mattbklee]

They absolutely do Ajit, and in so many cases they play a much more important role than that of a doctor in terms of making sure the patient can get home safely and cope well at home!

[@Mughees.Tufail]

I was preparing for my Plab 1 exam and this video gave me motivation. Keep doing the good work mate.

[@mattbklee]

Thanks man, appreciate your kind words!

[@Vlog_Media]

Cool...I hope to be working in UK as a doctor soon!! thanks for the vid Matthew!!

[@raghawendra178]

Hey lovely brother I am from India and I am aslo medical aspirant and I like to see your vedios which motivating me a lot . Keep it up 👍

[@uksupercarfan8906]

Hi Matt, fantastic video. Really interesting. Glad I came across your channel. Have subscribed. I’ve so much respect for what you do and all the other hardworking NHS staff. I owe my life to you guys. I’m having my 5th open-heart surgery at a London hospital in 2 weeks time. My niece is a medical student and her husband a junior doctor. I would so love to have been a doctor/surgeon. It’s so so interesting. Lots of respect for you 👍

[@Dreamers-co6zs]

Ur videos are really an inspiration for all especially for those who have a dream of becoming a doctor.

[@mattbklee]

Thank you Vishnupriya!!

[@nightdefender4843]

I appreciate your work and videos. Currently reviewing for PLAB.. inspired by what your doing. Can’t wait to work in UK.

[@devsehgal7432]

I decided to not pursue medicine in Y11 because I realised I would have to do another 2 years of chemistry, kind of wished I did, looks great!

[@colinmorgan2355]

Love your frank insight into the life of a fellow health professional in our NHS....

[@mattbklee]

Thanks Colin! Wanted to just show what a day in the life of a doctor was like!

[@DoctorDevify]

Love this video!! Great to get a bit of insight into what life as a fy2 is like!

[@mattbklee]

I've only just seen this mate but thank you!

[@heathergittens3223]

Wow. Thank you for this upload. I know a doctor's work is never done, but I like this work ethic. Lovely.

[@DoctorSrideepMallick]

Loved this vlog! Really enjoy watching other doctor vlogs, this one was put together so nicely! Really informative and entertaining! 😊😀

[@mattbklee]

Thanks Srideep, so glad you liked it! Been a while since I've posted one of these, might try to do another soon!

[@niniwiens8587]

Thank you for taking care of the elderly ❤️ I love that you went into geriatric medicine

[@davidlucas3538]

Beautiful comment! Hello Nini how are you doing today

[@arafinpial1894]

One day I will take PLAB and hope to join like your routine soon♥️ Keep me in prayers

[@mattbklee]

Best of luck Arafin! See you in the UK 😎

[@AM-xc1ol]

When I saw you eating lunch in the outdoors I literally cried😭 . Can't really do that in my country coz it's really busy here. Most of the times we don't even get time to eat food.

[@JeroldChu]

This was so interesting! You guys are fighting the good fight. Good luck!!!

[@mattbklee]

Thanks buddy!! Hospitals aren't as terrifying as everyone think they are 😊

[@StarrDussteh]

Dr Matt - great video so optimistic and really shows the positives of the job. ❤️

[@mattbklee]

You're the best Alex 😭😭

[@plabmedicinepro5166]

Amazing video .. good insight into what life as a doctor involves .. slightly different than working in general practice where I am currently working ..

[@dr.sakthiannathparamasivan2067]

Ohhhhh damn !!!! the most satisfying part was the sunset 🤩 6:22

[@mattbklee]

I was lucky to be recording on such an incredible day! Always nicer when the sun is out 😎

[@hafsahkumbay9003]

I did alot of my med school placements at Tommies- so nice to see it again. It's such a great hospital!

[@mattbklee]

It really is an amazing hospital hafsah! And such a beautiful location 😊

[@KC-iw1vp]

Hi Hafsah 😊, perhaps you would want to join our group: Women in Healthcare UK Group: facebook.com/groups/328124504305176/?ref=share and Like our page: facebook.com/WomeninhealthcareUK We talk about support, mental health, and women empowerment as working in the healthcare sector. Your ideas, coaching, and encouragements are highly appreciated and will be a great addition to the group.

[@drmofazzal8582]

Saint thomas is a wonderful hospital. My friend was a med reg on this beautiful hospital

[@bisdakPinayinLondon]

Hi Matthew, new subscriber here! Thank you for sharing this video, its really helpful as I will be working in gstt soon☺️

[@rachelbylee]

Nice video 👍 thanks for taking us around your work 🙌🙌

[@mattbklee]

Glad you enjoyed it Rachel 😊

[@KC-iw1vp]

Hi Rachel 😊, perhaps you would want to join our group: Women in Healthcare UK Group: facebook.com/groups/328124504305176/?ref=share and Like our page: facebook.com/WomeninhealthcareUK We talk about support, mental health, and women empowerment as working in the healthcare sector. Your ideas, coaching, and encouragements are highly appreciated and will be a great addition to the group.

[@drtraveller2704]

Well…. I’m a junior doctor in Malaysia. Need to be in the hospital at 5 in the morning, 3 ward rounds a day, No break time, 30-40 patients per ward under your care and you’re considered lucky if you’re able to get out of the hospital at 5pm…. Most of the time, your shift will end between 9 pm - 11pm 😅. Cheers

[@thompson7271]

Amazing video and insight. keep up the cool videos.

[@filmfauxtos]

Hi Matthew, this type of video was great to see from a medical student perspective! also you're making me miss london!

[@mattbklee]

Haha London is amazing! I'll keep the city busy until you're back 😎 glad you enjoyed the vid!

[@arunsreenivasan2074]

Omg 3:03 is so true. I’m in year 13 atm and saw that so much on my work experience! Thanks so much for this insight!

[@mattbklee]

Life of a doctor I guess... things need to get done! Hope you enjoyed it 😊

[@natni02]

Hi Matt! I suppose the hospital you are working at is St Thomas'.. I was there back in February 2018 for my PACES exams. I am from tropical Malaysia. The "Beast from the East" cold chill from Siberia made London covered with snow at that time.What a sight! I am doing my speciality training in Geriatric Medicine now :-). All the best to you...Cheers!

[@mattbklee]

It's an amazing hospital and city! Thanks for sharing your experiences, looks like I'll have PACES to look forward to... All the best with your training in Malaysia and future endeavors, and hope to stay in touch 😊

[@drmuscab7832]

newly subscribed and i just want to say you have great content and the visuals are on point, keep up the great work doc :)

[@mattbklee]

Hey Muscab, thank you so much that means a lot! It’s always difficult when you’re first starting off but its words like these that make me want to put even more time into it. Have so many ideas for videos to make so super excited to be sharing all of this 😊 Hope you find it useful or interesting!

[@drmuscab7832]

@@mattbklee you’re very welcome! I know beginnings are difficult but it’s definitely worth it! I’ll be on the lookout for more content 😊

[@aclearlake6210]

Inspiring video! Can I get an advice, Dr Matthew? I am also a young asian doctor planning to work in UK. But i have a kind of anxiety with my short height which is 5’5” (165cm). I think you are a bit taller. I sometimes have a worry whether big difference of heights with colleagues might bring disadvantages to my career in a Western country. Meanwhile, I can see you look healthy, vibrant, radiant and virtuous, carrying so much confidence making racial/height difference faded away. May I know how much time you give for exercises/sports to look healthy like this and did you need to overcome similar issue like mine?

[@chlee8879]

Hey Matthew! Thank you for sharing us about your days and it really makes me want to work in UK! I am 4th year med student studying in europe and trying to move to UK after graduate as an IMG. I bet that getting a job in London area would be tough in junior doctor. How hard is it? Im actually considering UK just because of London but I have no clue about the possibilities that I could be matched.

[@1oojess]

Really great video! Can’t wait to see more, definitely am subscribed

[@mattbklee]

aw thank you so much!

[@DrPBaptiste]

Great video, really enjoyed the scenery along the way!

[@mattbklee]

Thanks Dr. Baptiste! Very lucky to be working in such an incredible place

[@KC-iw1vp]

Hi Dr. P 😊, perhaps you would want to join our group: Women in Healthcare UK Group: facebook.com/groups/328124504305176/?ref=share and Like our page: facebook.com/WomeninhealthcareUK We talk about support, mental health, and women empowerment as working in the healthcare sector. Your ideas, coaching, and encouragements are highly appreciated and will be a great addition to the group.

[@lite6384]

You're just what the Doc Ordered!!

[@milliecarter7618]

Hey! Rewatching this for the 4th time as it’s really inspiring just wondering what is your job role in this video?

[@DrSumiPalassery]

In your Id Card Lanyard Mentioned as Fy2 , means Foundation year 2 … when we get MRCP can we go directly to ST3 or ST4 level without doing Foundation as plab qualified doctors doing … please clear it for us ….

[@RRStuff]

Bro just ignored the fire alarm 💀

[@sunendran]

wow he is handsome and very young guy. god bless you

[@ak-xo2wn]

I want to become a doctor and PM of india 🇮🇳 . Love you from india

[@adel9803]

Good luck 👍

[@zakriaahmad906]

Can I call you on wattsapp or chat with you on telegram?? AK?

[@shreyaambade6688]

Such a wonderful video! Keep going✨ I’m so excited to see where this channel goes :) Just subscribed :)

[@mattbklee]

Thank you so much Shreya and so glad I was able to share it with you 😊

[@KC-iw1vp]

Hi Shreya, perhaps you would want to join our group: Women in Healthcare UK Group: facebook.com/groups/328124504305176/?ref=share and Like our page: facebook.com/WomeninhealthcareUK We talk about support, mental health, and women empowerment as working in the healthcare sector. Your ideas, coaching, and encouragements are highly appreciated and will be a great addition to the group.

[@josemerlin9169]

Loved this!

[@citysuper5615]

St. Thomas's? Great show

[@Jude19]

Keep up the Good work bro 💪

[@user-ok6nr4fs3n]

Hi Matt, great video. Would you say there is a lot of opportunity for doctors to work flexible rotas? I'm torn between trying to become a doctor or a dentist. I do like the 4 day work week which seems to be becoming the norm for dentists. Due to my age, it would be a big commitment and I probably wouldn't be qualified until late 30s so I'd probably also prefer the role which the better pay started sooner as I believe with Drs there's a few foundation years until you reach the good pay, is it less years to reach the higher pay grades in dentistry do you know? Much love.

[@munazaatar2962]

Loved this video! your enthusiasm is contagious haha. Btw, your plant is yellowing :( lmk if you'd like some advice on plant care hahaha

[@mattbklee]

Thank you Muna! Haha I'm just lucky I work in such an amazing place, plus medicine could do with some positivity ☺️ I'm a complete amateur when it comes to plants but I've actually been hoping to get a bit more greenery in my house... Any tips or ideas would be very much appreciated!!

[@Dudzaguelo]

Thank you for sharing your routine everyday PROUD DOCTOR OF A CHINESE FARMER!!!! MAY GOD BLESS YOU MY SON!! IM YOUR NEW COOKING NANA I HOPE WE WILL BEST OF FRIEND!!

[@mattbklee]

thanks...?

[@iamnotyourmate]

I am starting to watch more and more doctor related videos i also want to become one moving away from car related topics to have a new obsession

[@munazanisar7602]

Hello Matt!

[@miriwa645]

In the future i want to be a doctor like you 🥰

[@yeshovenkat4450]

Good doctor and useful video 👏👏

[@saadalmuhannad9314]

Hi guy , long time ago not see you , we hope you are doing well right now .

[@TheKessypat]

What is your rota like as in how frequently do you have to do on calls ie long days and nights

[@yathprem]

Sweet vlog bro! Hope I make South Thames now!!

[@mattbklee]

Thanks man! it's a great deanery, you'd fit right in 😉

[@lanality]

Hi Matthew! Do you happen to know how hard is it for internationals to get into the foundation programme in UK (especially London)? Love the video x

[@kole1ful]

It has become easier due to some of the restrictions being lifted with regards to visa sponsorship (assuming you don’t have right to work in the uk). All the information you need are on the UKFPO website. The registration for this year has closed, however you can target when it’ll open in 2021 (usually between June-September).

[@mattbklee]

Hey there, glad you enjoyed the video! As @kole ivy mentioned the visa limitations and application process have been lifted slightly to make it a bit easier. It's entirely doable - most people finish the PLAB before coming over and don't have any problems joining a programme!

[@lanality]

Thank you both so much!

[@katehoffman2139]

What hospital do you work at! Your commute is amazing! Fellow med student here from America:)

[@anushkalovemypapa]

I just finished my UG and I want to move to UK but I'm scared of the racism there, of how people are going to perceive a foreign graduate. Do patients let you treat them? Is the lifestyle good enough for me to move from here?

[@latigeresss]

thank you for the post its great to see what a doctors day can be be but soooo shocked your not vegan wow

[@wolfwalls4549]

Do we need home country medical licence for plab. I m studying medicine in China 🇨🇳 so after getting degree can i directly give plab without giving home country licence exam

[@Insomniac402]

So is it like 9 to 5 most of the days? Is work life balance good there in the uk?

[@cf9496]

Thanks for the great video! Do junior doctors need to go on calls? If so, until what time?

[@mahmoodelnaiem32]

I envy you for be able to see big ben and london eye every day during lunch 😂

[@shreyabhowmik6541]

Great Video!!Could you pls make a video on ur monthly expenditure living in london. And does the NHS offer extra pay to doctors working in London?

[@mattbklee]

I'll try tackle that at some point yes! If you have any specific questions feel free to message me on instagram :)

[@shubhashetty7544]

Is there any plastic surgeon by name Brian Williams at royale London hospital?

[@jinxtationtv6909]

I’m currently doing my a levels but hesitant If I should do medicine cus I heard that there are night shifts and 11 hours a day with one day off a week until you become a senior doctor/ normal doctor not junior

[@exploringnature1800]

Amazing! As a 14 yr old student, hat advice can u give me for being a doctor?

[@TamaEnergy]

I've just applied to work at Guys / St Thomas as an FY1! Im worried it will be unsupported here compared to DGH's in surrery, any advcie??

[@DocJoanaviMiranda0829]

I miss UK!!! Omg!!!

[@mattbklee]

It's amazing here! And the UK misses you too 😎

[@KC-iw1vp]

Hi Dr. Joanavi 😊, perhaps you would want to join our group: Women in Healthcare UK Group: facebook.com/groups/328124504305176/?ref=share and Like our page: facebook.com/WomeninhealthcareUK We talk about support, mental health, and women empowerment as working in the healthcare sector. Your ideas, coaching, and encouragements are highly appreciated and will be a great addition to the group.

[@melissagolby2976]

Hi Melissa happy Christmas you ☺😊

[@mirrorimage3606]

Hi I’m really hoping you could reply to my comment as it would help immensely with a decision I have to make regarding preferencing. Is there a special London allowance for foundation programme doctors, or is that option only present for service jobs? I have been accepted into the FY2 standalone and have received very high marks on my SJT but I’m not sure whether I should rank posts in that area as I understand that cost of living is quite high.

[@dr.anusree8874]

what hospital is this matt? I have also got an offer a hospital in central london and was wondering.

[@musikisms]

Nice British Matt! Love the video (:

[@mattbklee]

Hahaha thanks dude! Long time, hope you've been good 👍

[@rodrigobarrios5402]

Hey man, it's been a while since you uploaded this video but I hope you could answer and help me I'm a doctor planning to go to UK (London I hope) for the foundation program and residency in psychiatry, but I also want to pursue my music career dream, and study music formally. Is it possible to study another career during the foundation years or residency?

[@ajt2647]

how much do u make a month including on calls and everything and how much you save after all expenditure in food and stay and all.? . i am looking for doing PLAB.. so that'd be helpful.. And also how hectic or tired do you feel after your duty each day?

[@DipendraBrahma]

This is such a gud vlog. ❤️ From russia. Can you make a video for img students ,how much do you get paid for extra hours and and tax deductions on your salary. Rent, and all the other expenses

[@mattbklee]

Thank you for your kind words Dipendra 😊 Yes that's a great idea I'll look to make a video about how much I was paid in FY1 vs. FY2 and further in the near future if that will be helpful!

[@sissyssis6661]

Your coffee is more more expensive than my breakfast and lunch combined.

[@deepikamakwana9628]

Hello Matthew ! Need to ask you do you stay in hospital accommodation ?

[@MS-zm1hl]

Hey bro, i am subscribing your channel coz you are a doctor and am hitting the like button coz you are a doctor in London. Congragualtions! Also, I am a medical aspirant preparing to get in a medical school UG course. Any advices for me, from your side would be really appreciated.

[@mattbklee]

Hey Mitali, thank you and it's so great to have you in the community! I hope that my videos will be able to give you an idea of what to expect for a career in medicine, and perhaps some useful revision tips. The journey in medicine is a long and tough one but indeed worth it, congratulations on deciding to pursue this career 👍 Aside from the necessities like obtaining grades and extracurriculars, I would advise trying to seek out some work experience such as working in hospitals or local healthcare departments. In preparation for your interview, I would advise researching the medical curriculum, expectations and medical ethics as this can impress your examiners. I hope these brief tips help and hope to stay in touch 😊

[@MS-zm1hl]

@@mattbkleeThankyou soooooo much to have taking out time to reply, i am completely aware of how busy you might be but you still took out time to reply, this means a lot to me. The tips you gave are of a great help. Big Thankyou again. i am obliged to have found your channel. All the Best and Stay Blessed!

[@damyeuful]

Life is good there as a doctor. Is it the same across the board?

[@bdmajharnxmu7349]

Hey Bro Matthew Lee, it's my final year of MBBS course from the university of China(Ningxia Medical University).I'm from Bangladesh.I'm interested to settle my life in UK like you. What's the easiest and the most effective way now for me to be there in London as a general physician (PG is also ok)? Need I apply for PLAB 1 or any other good options? please reply as you're my neighbour😂( China-Hong Kong)!

[@dominicwmyan7164]

Hey He did not reply .

[@phillip7246]

hey Matthew, what a levels did you do? this job looks really appealing to me but i'm only doing a level chemistry, maths and computer science. do you think it's still feasible?

[@mattbklee]

Hi there! I did 4 A levels: chemistry, biology, computing and maths, but you can absolutely get in with the 3 that you are taking! The main one they are particularly concerned with is chemistry and you tick that box 😊 definitely go for it if you're interested in medical school, it's a great career!

[@esthero3864]

great video! around how many hours do you work a week? and do you work weekends?

[@mattbklee]

Thanks Summer! Our work schedule depends on which rotation we're on but it's generally around 40-50 hours a week and most of us work 1 in 3 to 1 in 5 weekends. While I was on ITU I was working every other weekend. Generally junior doctors are more protected work time-wise in the NHS 😊

[@shreyanshs1473]

7:00 is he Indian ??😂💕 btw I'm also a medical student and I hope I get a life like you one day

[@damyeuful]

Whih hospital do you work in?

[@lakshmiborra1582]

Can u plz help me hwo mich it costs to study mbbs in uk

[@pradeepkancheti6967]

You look smart in scrubs bro

[@mattbklee]

Haha thanks man, they're a fashion statement aren't they 😎

[@pradeepkancheti6967]

@@mattbklee fashion and passion 😁😁

[@smarttraveler2964]

So who do you live with Doctor Mathew?

[@DrSumiPalassery]

Hi

[@ashjjx287]

Nice video. Where do you work?