International Medical Graduates Information and Resources
Welcome to life in the South-East of Scotland
Speaking from experience, starting a job in a new healthcare system and/or doing life in a different country/region can be challenging, if not daunting, to say the least.
We are therefore dedicated to helping you transition smoothly and aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment.
To enable us to do so, we have put together and linked into some useful resources:
Induction
Human Resources - Employment Policies and Procedures
Accommodation
Training and Career Progression
Support and Buddy Systems
IMG Survey
Lost in translation - Nuances of Language and Medical Acronyms
Shared stories - Preparing and Maneuvering for Life in the UK and Work in the NHS
FAQ's
We hope you find these valuable - Enjoy browsing!
About The Team
A new working group has been established in NHS Lothian focusing on improving the training and workplace experience of IMGs in Lothian through quality improvement activity. For more information about how to get involved please contact
Goran.Zangana@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk, nusrat.said@nhs.scot or ayesha.irfan@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk.
We have monthly meetings, if you would like to take part or suggest discussion topics or for more support in general please join our Teams Channel.
Dates for your diary
INDUCTION AUGUST 2024 (LOTHIAN)
Induction Day - Thursday 15th August - Blackford PGEC RIE - 8.30-13.00 Signup here
SIM Induction Day - Friday 16th August - PGEC RIE - 8.30-17.00 Signup here
WELCOME TO UK PRACTICE - GMC Workshop
Tuesday 20th August - Arthur's Seat - PGEC RIE - 17.45-20.45
Wednesday 2nd October - Online - 14.00-17.00 (This session will be available to those who were unable to attend an in person session)
For more information and signup go to the Welcome to UK Practice section of the GMC website or e-mail Kirsten Baird, GMC Scotland Liaison Adviser on kirsten.baird@gmc-uk.org
WINS (Welcoming IMGs New to Scotland)
Tuesday 3rd September 2024 - RCPE Edinburgh - 09.30-16.30
Programme available here
This welcome/orientation day is mandatory for IMGs who have not worked in the NHS before, desirable for IMGs who have worked in the NHS but not in Scotland, and optional for all other IMGs.
INDUCTION MARCH 2024 (LOTHIAN)
Agenda and all presentations now available in Induction Information