A reflective guide on discovering a passion for Paediatrics and Paediatric Emergency Medicine, this post explores how clinical exposure, MDT working, and varied case mix shaped one doctor’s career goals. It offers practical, realistic portfolio-building tips for medical students and foundation doctors, highlighting audits, electives, societies, volunteering, widening participation, and cost-effective strategies for training applications, including opportunities through RCPCH

Applying for an F3 job or junior clinical fellow post can feel overwhelming. This guide shares practical advice on F3 applications, NHS clinical fellow jobs, and specialty interview preparation, including how to strengthen your CV with audits, QI projects, teaching experience, and leadership roles. Drawing on real interview experience across emergency medicine, surgery, palliative care, and teaching fellow roles, it offers structured tips for applications, interviews, and max