Residency training in United Kingdom?

Hi piggaloo!

Well, first thing to do is to register with the GMC (General Medical Council). The fact that you are a british citizen, will remove the need to take the english proficiency test before taking the PLAB test. PLAB is a shorter version of the USMLE, and certainly not as complex. Had you gone to an EU school, and based on your citizenship, you would not need to take the PLAB, but confirm your status with the GMC first.

UK selection into training has radically changed this year. Post med school graduates enter a 2 year foundation which equates to intern and 2nd year residency. Only then, does one apply for speciality training that ranges from 5-7 years in length. It's a long training scheme and this year many doctors will be in NON TRAINING posts ie service jobs. Can you imagine this occuring in the states?

Jobs are advertised on www.bmjcareers.com or if you google "NHS jobs", will provide the link for NHS job vacancies.

Finally, you have to consider where you will be living in the future. If you plan to stay in the US, then save yourself the hassel by training in the US. UK fully trained doctors (equivalent to attending status) still have to go through residency training + fellowship in the US if they want to practise in the states. If you want to move to the UK permenantly, then UK training is a must. Good luck! Give me a shout if you need anymore info!

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Residency training in United Kingdom?