Career Conversations

This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in July 2021. Dr David Ryan interviews Prof Emma Baker and Dr Dipender Gill about Clinical Pharmacology discussing their day to day experiences and why everyone should consider it as a specialty. 

Useful links 

British Pharmacological Society - https://www.bps.ac.uk/ 

Guest/host profiles

https://www.sgul.ac.uk/profiles/emma-baker https://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/dipender.gill https://github.com/dkdryan 

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This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in May 2021. 

Dr Vicky Tallentire discusses her career in medical education and explains how medical trainees can get involved in simulation training and research. She reflects on her time as an education fellow, an education coordinator at the Scottish Centre for Simulation and Clinical Human Factors (SCSChf) and her other roles. 

At the time of recording, Dr Tallentire was a Consultant in Acute Medicine, an Associate Postgraduate Dean and a simulation enthusiast and facilitator at SCSChf. She remains a passionate believer in being able to admit, understand, and learn from mistakes in all aspects of life. 

Useful Links

https://www.asme.org.uk 

https://scschf.org/courses/ 

https://www.scotlanddeanery.nhs.scot/trainee-information/internal-medicine-training-imt-simulation-programme/ 

https://www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine/postgraduate/clinical-education 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in March 2021. Dr Claire Gordon talks about leadership and management in the Acute Medical Unit with Dr Jonathan Bardgett. 

Dr Gordon is an Acute Medicine Consultant working South East Scotland. She shares her experience of leadership and management during the COVID-19 pandemic and discusses working in Acute Internal Medicine. 

Disclaimer: Due to the rapidly changing nature of scientific understanding and clinical practice regarding COVID-19, information here may no longer be accurate. 

Recording date: 15 February 2021 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

In this episode, Dr Marilena Giannoudi finds out more about artificial intelligence (AI) from Dr Joshua Au Yeung. They discuss what AI means and Dr Joshua Au Yeung explains how AI is used as a tool to help clinicians. They explore key skills that are needed to work in AI, such as coding, and Dr Joshua Au Yeung goes on to encourage anyone interested in AI to reach out to find out more and commit to the field as soon as they can. 

Dr Joshua Au Yeung is a Specialty Registrar in Neurology working in London who recently undertook an Out Of Programme Experience (OOPE) as a Clinical Research Fellow in Artificial Intelligence to gain a deeper understanding of AI in healthcare. This involved working with a team called "Cogstack" operating primarily in Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital and King's College Hospital, an NHS-grown group that works to implement natural language processing (text-based AI) into clinical departments. 

Dr Marilena Giannoudi is a Cardiology Registrar based in Leeds. She is a member of the Trainees and Members’ Committee, a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and is currently undertaking a PhD. 

Recording date: 27 June 2023 

Useful Links

https://www.aicentre.co.uk/fellowships 

https://www.gmc-uk.org/education/standards-guidance-and-curricula/guidance/out-of-programme 

https://digital.nhs.uk/ 

Related episode 

We released a podcast episode on Clinical AI in October 2021. The field is rapidly advancing so some of the content may be out-of-date, but you may be interested to hear more on this fascinating field: https://podcasts.rcpe.ac.uk/show/clinical-conversations/clinical-ai-25-oct-2021/ 

Guest's podcast and LinkedIn 

Dr Joshua Au Yeung produces their own podcast, see: 

YouTube - Dev & Doc: https://youtube.com/@DevAndDoc?si=_-r6Vk-1K9h-pV8a 

Spotify - Dev & Doc podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QO5Lr3w4Rd6lqwlfKDaB7?si=5UMt6zEXQoSMv6ISte280A 

Dr Joshua Au Yeung's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-joshua-auyeung 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

Dr Marilena Giannoudi discusses working abroad with Dr Cahal Rafferty who worked in an ED in Adelaide, South Australia for around 18 months. They discuss the application process, costs, benefits and potential challenges, with Dr Rafferty openly sharing their experience of working abroad. 

Dr Rafferty is a University of Liverpool graduate, who after foundation training worked in ED in Adelaide, South Australia for 18 months before returning to the NHS to undertake IMT training in Wessex. 

Dr Marilena Giannoudi is a cardiology registrar based in Leeds currently undertaking a PhD, and the podcast lead for RCPE's Trainees and Members' Committee. 

Recording date: 28 March 2023 

Useful Links

https://www.theadventuremedic.com/features/definitive-junior-doctors-guide-working-living-new-zealand/ 

https://www.theadventuremedic.com/adventures/thinking-of-straying-to-straya-the-definitive-junior-doctors-guide-to-living-and-working-in-australia/ 

Disclaimer: The application process including visas and fees may change over time, so please check up-to-date guidance from a reputable source. 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

Dr Marilena Giannoudi interviews Dr Rishab Makam and Javeria Tariq on their experiences of applying for the Specialised Foundation Programme. 

Dr Rishab Makam is an Academic FY1 in Hull and Javeria Tariq is a final year medical student in Leeds who will begin Specialised Foundation training in August. 

Dr Marilena Giannoudi is the T&MC Podcast Lead and Vice-Chair for Careers and Communications. 

The guests for this episode are happy to answer any further questions about applying for the Specialised Foundation Programme, please contact them via these email addresses - [email protected] [email protected] 

Recording date: 16 February 2023

Useful Links

https://foundationprogramme.nhs.uk/programmes/2-year-foundation-programme/specialised-foundation-programme/ 

Disclaimer: Please always refer to official recruitment websites for the latest guidance as application dates and processes may differ to those described in this episode. 

Please note that in February 2024, NHS England, NHS Education for Scotland, and the Northern Ireland Medical and Dental Training Agency announced that all applications to their respective Specialised Foundation Programmes (SFP) will be incorporated into the main Foundation Programme allocation process for 2025. For full details visit: 

NIMDTA – https://www.nimdta.gov.uk/latest-news/recruitment-to-specialised-foundation-programmes-from-2025/ 

NES – https://www.scotlanddeanery.nhs.scot/news-events/specialised-foundation-programme-sfp-in-scotland-an-update/ 

NHS England – https://www.hee.nhs.uk/news-blogs-events/news/recruitment-specialised-foundation-programmes-changing-2025 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

In the first episode of our 'Demystifying PACES' series, Dr Kat Ralston and Dr Hannah Preston interview Dr Rod Harvey, RCPE Dean of Examinations (at time of recording), and discuss the new PACES exam. They discuss the rationale and process behind the update to the MRCP(UK) PACES exam and explore the changes to the exam in detail for candidates sitting PACES. 

Dr Rod Harvey discusses the seven skills that are assessed over the five stations, as well as sharing some useful tips on what examiners are looking for, and advice on preparing for the exam. Dr Rod Harvey is a Consultant Acute Physician and Endocrinologist, working in Inverness. He was also the Dean of Examinations at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (at the time of recording). 

Dr Kat Ralston is a Geriatric Medicine Registrar and member of the Trainees and Members’ Committee, currently working in Edinburgh. 

Dr Hannah Preston is a Renal Registrar and Co-Chair of the Trainees and Members’ Committee, also working in Edinburgh. 

Recording date: 5 June 2023 

Useful Links

MRCP(UK) PACES webpage: https://www.mrcpuk.org/

PACES MRCP(UK) Webinar (Introduction to PACES23): https://www.mrcpuk.org/PACES23Webinar 

MRCP(UK) PACES Scenario Videos: https://www.mrcpuk.org/mrcpuk-examinations/paces/sample-scenarios-0 

RCPE webpage on PACES: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/exams/paces23

Choose RCPE as your College of Entry for PACES 

We encourage you to sit PACES with our College. We have a friendly and experienced examinations team who expertly support candidates, and we deliver PACES at centres across the UK. Select RCPE as your College of Entry when applying online through your My MRCP(UK) online account. 

Disclaimer: Please always refer to the MRCP(UK) PACES website for up-to-date information on the PACES exam, as what is discussed in this episode may change. See: https://www.mrcpuk.org/PACES 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

Dr Libby Sampey talks to Dr Marilena Giannoudi about managing life at work as a Foundation Year One doctor. They begin by considering how to prepare - exploring expenses and membership fees - before moving on to discuss supervisors and leave. Dr Marilena Giannoudi shares some useful guidance about staying on top of your portfolio, and gives advice on the benefits of taking part in social events. 

Dr Libby Sampey is a Foundation Year Doctor currently exploring a career in Palliative Care. She has an interest in medical teaching and alongside being a member of RCPE’s Trainees and Members’ Committee is the junior regional representative for the British Geriatrics Society. 

Dr Marilena Giannoudi is a Cardiology Registrar based in Leeds. She is a Vice-Chair of the RCPE Trainees and Members’ Committee, a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and is currently undertaking a PhD.

Recording date: 23 June 2023 

Related Content

'Top Tips for New Doctors' EMU - Free event registration for 25 July 2023: https://events.rcpe.ac.uk/top-tips-new-doctors-0 

Online recordings/content: https://learning.rcpe.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=210

Useful Links

UK Foundation Programme: https://foundationprogramme.nhs.uk/ 

Scotland Deanery, NHS Education for Scotland (NES): https://www.scotlanddeanery.nhs.scot/ 

Health Education England (HEE), NHS England: https://www.hee.nhs.uk/ 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

Drs Libby Sampey, Kat Ralston and Marilena Giannoudi discuss top tips for new doctors in this episode, including rotas, how to approach handover and referrals, dealing with nightshifts, and looking after yourself. All three participants are members of RCPE's Members and Trainees' Committee (T&MC). 

Dr Libby Sampey is a Foundation Year Doctor working in South East Scotland. 

Dr Kat Ralston is a Geriatric Medicine Registrar working in Edinburgh. 

Dr Marilena Giannoudi is a Cardiology Registrar based in Leeds currently undertaking a PhD. 

Recording date: 18 May 2023 

Related Content

'Top Tips for New Doctors' EMU - Free event registration for 25 July 2023: https://events.rcpe.ac.uk/top-tips-new-doctors-0 

Online recordings/content: https://learning.rcpe.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=210 

For more information about sleep, see our episode with sleep expert Dr Michael Farquhar who discusses the relationship between shift work, fatigue and burnout and the importance of sleep for healthcare professionals: https://podcasts.rcpe.ac.uk/show/career-conversations/importance-of-sleep-shift-work-fatigue-and-burnout-15-mar-2023/ 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

This is a re-release, having been recorded and released under the 'Clinical Conversations' podcast in December 2020. 

Dr Addy McLeod and Dr Paul Coulter discuss the importance of resilience training and mental wellbeing for a successful career. Dr Coulter shares his experience of a holistic approach to building resilience and confidence.

Useful Links

Stories from Patient Voices open workshops www.patientvoices.org.uk/pilgrim.htm 

Help me! I'm only human... | Adam Crizzle | TEDx www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7JSDvJh23M 

Explore Wellbeing content on RCPE's Education Portal: https://learning.rcpe.ac.uk/tag/index.php?tc=1&tag=Wellbeing 

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This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).