One of the most important days in a lot of young people's lives is A-Level results day! Especially for those budding future doctors. We understand how stressful it is so join us as Mahima and Manal go through what you should know as that important day is coming up...

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One of the biggest questions people have before starting FY1 is how they are to approach the portfolio! The Horus page can seem quite daunting but join Dr Robin Shome as he talks through how to navigate it online and throughout the year.

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When you refer to a dietician, PT or OT, do you know what that really means?

Do you know what they do behind the scenes to enrich a patient's life before they are discharged?

Learn all about it today as Dr Kira Mattison introduces you to three important guests who explain to you exactly what it means to do their job!

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Ever wondered how death certificates work?

This is another very common task that will be asked of you when a patient you're involved in the care of passes away.

It's important to know how to approach these situations! And that's exactly what Dr Kira Mattison does in this teaching session.

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Did you know there's a whole process after just ordering a scan for your patient? This is known as 'vetting' scans. In this teaching session, Dr Kira Mattison explains how you do this.

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Before you send your patient home, you'll have to write a summary of their time in hospital.

Dr Kira Mattison takes us through another very common job that all resident doctors will have to do at some point of their training. It's important to know, especially as incoming FY1s.

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Talking about DNACPRs and ReSPECT forms is something most junior doctors will have to do early on - but it’s not something many of us get to practise properly at medical school.

In this episode, Dr Kira Mattison breaks down what these forms are, when you’ll be expected to fill them out, and how to approach the conversation.

You’ll also get examples and a chance to practise thinking through real scenarios before starting on the wards.

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The learning curve is a big one, especially when you start FY1 after medical school, and you realise you now have to determine patients’ capacity in making decisions. This is one of the most common tasks that will be asked of you on the ward.

Join Dr Kira Mattison as she breaks down this task and the ethics of it, to make that first capacity assessment less daunting!

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Ever wondered how you need to order scans?

Did you know you have to get them approved too?

Join Dr Kira Mattison as she explains the process of ordering scans when you work as a resident doctor in the NHS. A common skill so uncommonly taught!

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Feeling unsure about what to expect during your on-call shifts as an FY1?

Struggling to work out how to tell what’s urgent, what can wait, and what isn’t even your job?

You’re not alone - and we’ve got you covered! 

In this episode, Dr Kira Mattison shares key insights on navigating on-call shifts, explains the differences between medical and surgical on-calls, and talks through practical scenarios to help you prioritise jobs like a pro.

Tune in for honest advice and helpful tips every incoming FY1 should hear before day one on the wards!

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