Is there room for empathy and emotion in the clinical setting? Sarah Whitehouse investigates.

Dr Michele Afif, Medicolegal Adviser at Medical Protection, reflects on her experiences of working in paediatrics

Dr Charles Brantly shares his experience of what it takes to learn on the job and become a better doctor each day.

Dr Deborah Bowman discusses the pressure and challenge for new doctors as they begin their career.

Behind misunderstandings and stigma attached to psychiatry, there is a fascinating and rewarding career to be found, write Dr Liz Ewins and Dr Dan Hodgson.

Dr Jayne Molodynski provides her top ten tips for surviving your foundation years.

Throughout history, doctors have treated patients, and doctors have made mistakes. We delve deep into the past to see what doctors used to get away with

Dr Jonathan Bernstein, one of our medicolegal consultants, highlights the consequences of not notifying the GMC when you finish your F2

Dr Jacqueline Simms’ first night shift as an F2

Obstetrics and gynaecology has developed enormously over the last 30 years. Yet despite the numerous advances in this field and the huge potential for growth, recruitment numbers have in the past been small.

By taking these steps to properly preparing for a night shift you can minimise the risks for you and your patients, and reduce the likelihood of slipping up.

We’re looking at something you’ve probably heard plenty about: plagiarism. But do you know about the implications it can have on your whole career as a doctor?

Staying well is important for both you and your patients, so it’s really important to get into good habits while you’re at medical school.

Hopefully it will never happen to you, but it’s good to know what happens if you ever need to appear before a fitness to practise panel.

We have put together the following basic packing checklist for you to refer to. This is by no means exhaustive, but there are some useful ideas.

Patients will not necessarily be in a position to differentiate between you, as a medical student, and a “real” doctor – so it’s up to you to make sure they know who you are.

Good doctors are good communicators – it’s that simple. This article examines how building your communication skills at medical school will stand you in good stead as a doctor.