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How to Get Into: Gastroenterology ST4
About the Author Michael Colwill, Gastroenterology ST5, St George’s Hospital I am the Gastroenterology lead for Optimise Interviews and, as such, have created the...

How to Get Into: Cardiology ST4
About the Author Dr Rahul Ghelani, Cardiology Registrar, North East and Central Thames London. I initially attended Optimise Interviews in 2022 when applying for a...

CME vs CPD – What’s the Difference?
What are CME and CPD? As healthcare is constantly evolving, medical professionals need to continually enhance their knowledge and skills. This helps them to keep...

Gastroenterology ST4 Interview Guide
Gastroenterology is a popular choice, and competition is tough. In the first round of 2023, there were 309 applications for 111 positions, making a ratio...

Neurology ST4 Interview Guide
Neurology is a diverse field where trainees operate both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to assess patients dealing with both immediate...

Preparing for the Ophthalmology ST1 Interview 2025
The Ophthalmology ST1 interview stands as a pivotal milestone for aspiring ophthalmologists, marking the initial step towards a fulfilling career in eye care. This is...

Ophthalmology ST1 Application Guide 2025
We’re working to update this & make sure it’s correct for 2025/26 – bear with us! The ST1 application for Ophthalmology is known for its...

The Junior Doctor’s Journey
By Dr Seth Forster Runner up in the “Voices From the Frontline” Essay Competition 2023 There was no lightbulb moment for me when I realised...

The Junior Doctor Experience and Strike Action from the Lens of a Medical Student
By Jitesh Arora Runner up in the “Voices From the Frontline” Essay Competition 2023 The National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom stands as...

The NHS Junior Doctor Experience
By Dr Kuvira Manamperi Runner up in the “Voices From the Frontline” Essay Competition 2023 Navigating Stormy Seas In the heart of the UK’s healthcare...
