Does Medical Protection run events to support International Medical Graduates (IMGs)?
Yes, you can find details on our upcoming, specially-tailored events for IMGs below.
We understand that doctors who qualified overseas may have specific information needs and challenges to settling into UK medical practice compared to UK graduates. We’re committed to supporting you through free, regular events for IMGs – putting you in touch with doctors and experts who can advise you on each step of your journey.
Event: Communication Skills
4 April 2024
In this free webinar, we focus on the core areas of risk facing international medical graduates. International research shows that all doctors have the potential to reduce the risk of complaints and claims by improving their communication skills and better managing patient expectations.
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On demand recordings for IMGs
You can watch recordings of past events for IMGs here
IMG Essentials: maximising your salary as a doctor
February 2023
In this webinar, Medical Protection’s Dr Rob Hendry is joined by Dr Naveen Keerthi from DOC2UK along with Dr Ed Cantelo and Dr Tommy Perkins of Medics’ Money.
This expert panel offers a host of advice specifically for medics who have moved to the UK from abroad or doctors planning a move to the UK. There is advice on how to make the most of your salary and benefits under the UK tax system as well as top tips on securing accommodation and opening your first bank account.
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Making the most of your first year in the NHS
May 2022
The first in a series of live Medical Protection events for IMGs. In this hour long recording a panel of expert speakers explore a number of topics related to making a move to the UK and what to expect in your first weeks and months as well as answering questions from members of the audience.
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Specialty Training Pathways explained for IMGs
September 2022
Are you an International Medical Graduate (IMG) looking to progress your career in the UK? Gaining access to UK training programmes can be complex with fixed application deadlines that may be a barrier for some. Watch our panel event to fully understand the process and maximise your chances of gaining a place; our presenters offer advice on communication skills throughout the interview process and mentoring and support that is available.
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Dr Ben White
Medicolegal Consultant, Cases Team Lead and Deputy Medical Director at Medical Protection
Ben completed his medical degree at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne before moving to Oxford to complete his GP vocational training. Following this, Ben worked as a General Practitioner in the UK for 11 years. During this time he was also involved in the teaching and training of medical students and new GPs.
Ben joined Medical Protection in 2016 as a Medicolegal Consultant ultimately focussing on the management of regulatory, inquest and criminal matters. Ben has been leading a team of Case Managers since November 2019. These Case Managers advise our members on a wide range of medicolegal matters. Ben completed the Diploma in Legal Medicine in 2019.
Ben has been working as one of the Deputy Medical Directors for Medical Protection since the beginning of this year.
Cathy Taylor
Industrial Relations Officer, BMA
Cathy Taylor has worked as a BMA Industrial Relations Officer since 2006 and covers the West Sussex / Brighton / West Surrey area.
Cathy’s role involves training BMA reps and supporting them in their negotiations with NHS Trusts. The IRO role also includes involvement in all collective issues affecting BMA members in the area and supporting and advising regional BMA branch of practice committees. Cathy has previously worked as an Employment Adviser and Senior Employment Adviser at the BMA since 1999, advising BMA members on all areas of employment.
Dr Andrew Barton
Regional Co-ordinator for London, BMA
Andrew has had a varied career in the public sector and with trade unions. Andrew has been a nurse and health visitor in the NHS and a tutor in further education and has been a manager in the health service and managed a UK wide service at the RCN.
He had retired early to complete his PhD when the BMA head-hunted him for an Industrial Relations Officer post like Cathy. Andrew has been the BMA London regional coordinator for the past 12 years and his overall aim is to ensure a good service for BMA members in the Capital.