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December Bulletin World Aids Day – 1 December International Day of People with Disabilities – 3 December Other national campaigns this month Action for happiness calendar – ‘Do Good December’ Introduction Welcome to the […]
Captain
Reflection This poem was written in my FY1 year, after the first time I saw a patient die, which was on my very first nightshift. It was a sudden death, […]
My Journey: From International Medical Graduate to Research Fellowship
Relocating to UK and starting work as an FY1 is an exciting and challenging process. I am a native of a sunny port city, in the South of Ukraine, Odesa. […]
UKFP 2026 application window closed
The application window for the 2026 Foundation Programme opened on 24 September 2025 and closed 08 October 2025 (12:00 midday BST). Applicants should refer to the application timeline, and applicant guidance and resources. Late applications will […]
UKFPO Bulletin
November Bulletin Remembrance Sunday – 9 November Men’s Mental Health Month National Self Care Week 17-23 November Other national campaigns this month Action for happiness calendar – ‘New Ways November’ […]
When the form is signed, but the conversation isn’t
During one of my night shifts on the Acute Medical Unit, the emergency buzzer sounded for an elderly patient who had suddenly deteriorated. Despite prompt attendance, the patient sadly had […]
Through a glass darkly, but then face-to-face: Parkinson’s post-pandemic
SURFACE TENSION Parkinson’s is a clinical diagnosis. There are no blood tests, or signs on a scan which can conclusively prove or disprove its existence. Compared to the glittering clarity […]
Webinar: Medical Specialty Recruitment 2026
Medical and Dental Recruitment and Selection programme (MDRS) will be hosting a webinar for those applying to Medical Specialty Recruitment in the upcoming national rounds. Date: Wednesday 22 October 2025 […]
UKFPO Bulletin
October Bulletin Stoptober Black History Month Breast Cancer Awareness Month Other national campaigns this month Action for happiness calendar – ‘Optimistic October’ Introduction Welcome to this month’s blog about the […]
What Have You Gained?
Description of poem: I wanted to write a reflective piece on my journey through the Foundation programme – highlighting with honesty its demands but also its rewards. The piece begins […]