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The Medical Resident(BPT pathway)
Exploring the challenges of medicine, career uncertainty, specialisation, and balancing life as a junior doctor in today's healthcare system
Mar 16
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Should Australia Introduce a Medical Specialty Match System?
Should Australia adopt a medical specialty match system? Exploring junior doctor challenges, training uncertainty, and possible solutions.
Mar 13
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From the UK to Australia: A Doctor’s Journey Through Medicine, Family, and Finding Balance
UK-trained doctor Annika shares her journey moving to Australia, switching specialties, and balancing medicine with family life.
Mar 9
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Taking a Locum Year as a Doctor: My Experience & Insights
Thinking about a locum year? Here's how I’m balancing research, private assisting & flexibility while still earning.
Mar 6
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GAMSAT Section 2: FAQs Answered
Struggling with GAMSAT essays? Get clear, practical tips on structure, ideation, and writing strategies to boost your score!
Mar 2
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What a Night Shift as a Doctor Actually Looks Like
Inside a doctor's night shift: handovers, emergency calls, and late-night tasks. Here's what really goes on behind the scenes!
Feb 27
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The Real Cost of Becoming a Specialist Doctor in Australia
Becoming a specialist doctor in Australia can cost quite a bit of money before training even starts. Here’s what you need to know!
Feb 23
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Salary Packaging for Healthcare Workers: The Simple Breakdown
alary packaging lets healthcare workers save on tax by using pre-tax income for expenses. Here's how it works and how much you can save!
Feb 20
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Understanding My Doctor Payslip: Breaking It Down
Payslips can be confusing, but knowing how to read yours helps you spot errors and make the most of your salary. Here's how mine breaks down
Feb 16
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How to Refer a Patient as a Junior Doctor: Lessons from Experience
Struggling with referrals as a junior doctor? Learn how to make clear, concise, and effective referral calls with these practical tips.
Jan 30
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What It Feels Like to Be a First-Year Doctor: The Struggle is Real
Starting out as a first-year doctor can feel overwhelming and chaotic. Here’s a relatable take on the struggles, growth, and mindset shifts.
Jan 26
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Doctor’s Journey – From Nursing to Medicine
From nursing to med school: Lauren shares her journey, GAMSAT struggles, and how her nursing skills shape her future as a doctor.
Jan 23
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From Sri Lanka to Australia: An IMG Doctor’s Journey
Discover Ange’s journey from Sri Lanka to Australia as an IMG doctor. From the challenges of AMC exams to balancing family life.
Jan 19
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Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Authority for Junior Doctors
As a junior doctor, prescribing authority-required meds means calling PBS, justifying the script, and getting approval. Fiddly, but doable!
Jan 16
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Why Match Day in the US is Wildly Different from Australia’s Med School Process
Match Day in the US decides your future in minutes, while Australia’s med path is slower, flexible, but with no guaranteed specialty.
Jan 12
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Operation Logbook
Track surgeries, reflect, and grow with the Operation Logbook—a digital tool for med students & junior docs. Stay organized effortlessly.
Jan 9
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How to Specialise as a Doctor in Australia: Breaking Down the Pathway
How do doctors specialize in Australia? It’s not automatic after med school! Here's the step-by-step breakdown of the process.
Jan 5
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What It’s Like Being in Surgery as a Junior Doctor: Expectations vs. Reality
Surgery as a junior doctor is intense but rewarding. Adapt, learn, and grow—each step is a chance to level up your skills and confidence.
Jan 2
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What I Learned in My Third Year as a Doctor – Reflecting on 2024
This year as a registrar has been a wild ride—more responsibility, more learning, and honestly, more challenges than I expected.
Dec 29, 2024
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How I Built a DIY Laparoscopic Trainer for Under $300
Learn how I built a DIY laparoscopic trainer for under $300 using a Tupperware container, a USB camera, and a bunch of random stuff
Dec 12, 2024
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