Working abroad as a junior doctor
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Working abroad as a junior doctor

Working as a junior doctor overseas can be an exciting and rewarding opportunity. Whether you are seeking personal and professional growth, exposure to different cultures and healthcare systems, or opportunities to contribute to global health efforts, there are many benefits to working overseas.

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Tuning into Healthcare: Your Guide to Starting a Medical Podcast
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Tuning into Healthcare: Your Guide to Starting a Medical Podcast

Today I want to write about something that's close to my heart - podcasting. I’ve been podcasting for over a decade now, and with over 500 podcasts to my name, it’s fair to say I’m a believer!

And in this article, I’m hoping to convince you that you can create podcasts too!

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An Introduction to Performing a Medical Audit for Junior Doctors
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

An Introduction to Performing a Medical Audit for Junior Doctors

As a junior doctor, you may be wondering what exactly this entails. Simply put, a medical audit is a quality improvement process that seeks to improve patient care and outcomes through systematic review of care against explicit criteria and the implementation of change.

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Learning procedures as a junior doctor - part 2 : a 6 part process
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Learning procedures as a junior doctor - part 2 : a 6 part process

In part one of this series we looked at some of the barriers to learning procedures well in clinical medicine, and what you can do to overcome them.

In this article, I’ll briefly review some of the theories on how we learn. Why?

Because understanding how you learn will help you learn better.

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Learning procedures as a junior doctor : The challenges
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Learning procedures as a junior doctor : The challenges

Learning procedures is a common experience for junior doctors. Some procedures have a significant potential for harmful complications, so knowing how to do them correctly is very important. However, the environment in which junior doctors learn procedures can be extremely challenging.

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Using teaching and supervision of others in your CPD
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Using teaching and supervision of others in your CPD

Are you missing out on valuable CPD hours?

Incorporating teaching and supervision into your professional development not only helps you tick off your CPD Home program hours, but can help you grow both personally and professionally. Here’s how.

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Getting the most from journal reading
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Getting the most from journal reading

Reading and staying up-to-date with the latest research is an important part of continuing professional development (CPD) for healthcare professionals. By keeping up with the latest findings in their field, clinicians can improve their knowledge and skills, ultimately providing better care for their patients. In this article, we'll explore the best ways for junior doctors in Australia to stay informed about new research and get the most from their journal reading.

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The Value of Podcasts for your CPD
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

The Value of Podcasts for your CPD

Whether you're commuting to work or need a break from reading medical journals, podcasts offer a great way to acquire new knowledge and skills. In this article, we'll explore the basics of podcasts, how they can help your learning, their limitations, and tips for selecting great podcasts. We'll also provide a list of recommended podcasts for junior doctors in Australia.

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Mentorship - helping junior staff and your CPD simultaneously
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Mentorship - helping junior staff and your CPD simultaneously

Mentorship is a key practice in promoting and maintaining fulfilment in medical practice [1]. It is a relationship where a more experienced or more knowledgeable person helps guide a less experienced colleague, facilitating their development. In healthcare, this relationship is often between a senior colleague and a trainee.

In this article, we’ll explore how being a mentor is not only good for your junior staff, it can also be good for you.

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Maximising the Value of Feedback: A Guide for Junior Doctors
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Maximising the Value of Feedback: A Guide for Junior Doctors

In this article, we will explore why feedback is essential, delve into our responses to criticism, discuss the characteristics of effective feedback, highlight common mistakes made by feedback-givers, and provide practical tips for making the most of the feedback you receive.

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Mind Mapping: The Secret Weapon for Success in CPD Home
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Mind Mapping: The Secret Weapon for Success in CPD Home

Whether you're a junior doctor just starting your journey or a seasoned senior doctor, the need to continually absorb new information and adapt to novel techniques is paramount. One potent tool that stands out in augmenting this learning trajectory is the art of mind mapping.

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Burnout of Junior Doctors in Australia: A Growing Concern
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Burnout of Junior Doctors in Australia: A Growing Concern

Recently, we celebrated Crazy Socks for Docs Day, a powerful reminder of the pressing need for greater awareness and support regarding the mental health of junior doctors in Australia. Created by Dr. Geoff Toogood, the day highlights the importance of addressing burnout among healthcare professionals.

But what can be done? In 2022, the Australian Medical Association (1) released a position paper on the issue, calling for a raft of important changes.

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Workplace-Based Assessments: Are they good for you?
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Workplace-Based Assessments: Are they good for you?

Chances are, you view the process of Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) as a negative. At best, it’s a necessary evil for you to pass a course or continue your employment. At worst, it can be considered as punitive and even harmful. However, the truth is, WBAs can be a very important learning tool. In this article, we’ll review WBAs and discuss how to get the most out of them.

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Using Patient Feedback for your CPD
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Using Patient Feedback for your CPD

Patient feedback plays an increasingly critical role in shaping physician performance and overall patient care. This article explores the potential benefits and challenges of patient feedback, its collection methods, potential negative impacts, and the evidence supporting its use as a performance improvement strategy.

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Staying Abreast with Medical Literature: A Comprehensive Guide
Todd Fraser Todd Fraser

Staying Abreast with Medical Literature: A Comprehensive Guide

In the dynamic landscape of modern medicine, keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in medical literature is not a luxury, but a necessity. The sheer volume and pace of new information may seem daunting, but it is crucial to remember that this knowledge forms the backbone of superior patient care, professional growth, and maintaining our medical competence.

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