Considering a career in clinical radiology? In this guest post, foundation doctor Iqra shares her journey into the specialty and practical advice for medical students and foundation doctors. Learn how to build a competitive radiology portfolio, prepare for the MSRA, maximise taster days, and succeed at ST1 interview. Covers portfolio domains, audit ideas, interview stations, and more.

Dr Hamish McKittrick outlines his journey to choosing Emergency Medicine, offering a clear, fact-based overview for medical students considering specialty training. The blog explains how gaining broad clinical exposure, building a medical portfolio, and developing skills through audits, QIPs, electives, and teaching can support career decision-making. It highlights key features of Emergency Medicine, including varied clinical cases, fast-paced environments, and MDT.

Dr Holly Egan has interests in oncology, women’s health, and academic research, and received two top-choice ACF offers this year. She has presented internationally, been awarded an RCR Research Fellowship and the 2024 RCR Clinical Oncology Undergraduate Research Award, and completed a fellowship in the US. She outlines her journey into academia, the role of the SFP, and offers practical insight into ACF applications and building an academic portfolio.

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

This guide shares a foundation doctor’s experience of sitting MRCS Part A during FY2, covering optimal timing, revision strategy, question banks (Pastest, eMRCS, Teach Me Anatomy), exam costs, booking tips, and what to expect on the day. It offers practical advice on balancing shift work with revision, improving anatomy and physiology knowledge, and preparing for Core Surgical Training (CST) applications, with honest reflections on results, stress management, and exam success