Teaching is a critical component of medical practice, and junior doctors have an important role to play in shaping the next generation of medical professionals. However, many junior doctors feel uncomfortable in their role as educators.

In this article, we will explore the types of difficult co-workers, share some practical strategies for healthcare professionals to manage conflicts and establish healthy working relationships with their colleagues.

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.

In the high-stakes world of medicine, junior doctors embark on a challenging and rewarding journey.  However, alongside their remarkable achievements and qualifications, many junior doctors find themselves battling a formidable opponent known as Imposter Syndrome. 

Participating in committees and regularly chairing meetings offers a range of benefits, from improving leadership and communication skills to expanding professional networks and influencing policy.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

As a junior doctor, you might initially feel anxiety about participating. But what if I told you this experience could become one of the most valuable lessons in your medical journey?

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.

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.

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.

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.