new joiners are IMGs
Supporting you at every step
On your Journey to career success in the NHS
2024 IMG Statistics
68
%
215
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Different NHS Trusts in UK
9
%
of all UK doctors started in 2023
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content made by IMG and Trainees working in UK
68
%
new joiners are IMGs
215
+
Different NHS Trusts in UK
9
%
of all UK doctors started in 2023
100
%
content made by IMG and Trainees working in UK
Completely designed by IMGs and UK trainees
Navigating the NHS can be challenging – CIWA, VTE, MRSA 🤯
OptimiseIMG is here to guide you through the complexities of the system and help you build a strategy to efficiently progress and succeed in your career goals. 🪜 Don’t get lost in the system – you’ve come here with a purpose, let us help you achieve it!
PLAB ✅ but how do I get into training?
Passing PLAB is a big step. But it’s only the first
How do get ready to compete against top UK graduates for a training number in your specialty when the bottlenecks are so tight. The competition ratios are brutal. So you have to give yourself the best chance to understand and win in a foreign system. We provide the insights to build your foundation to take that next step.
You have the knowledge, now get the experience. Fast
Learn directly from top IMGs and trainees that have gone through the process
We’ve gathered all the knowledge and insider tips from your predecessors about how to overcome obstacles and truly succeed in the NHS. We cover what the matron will be asking you on your first day, how to refer to the Medical Registrar, work with the MDT and complete your ePortfolio, all from Day 1.
Our IMG Trainee Packages
Whether you are straight out of Medical School or have a few years of clinical training under your belt, we have the right package for you.
Dozens of IMGs, now in NHS Training Posts have designed the ‘complete NHS induction package’ covering everything they wish they had known on Day 1.
For speciality specific tips and tricks, take a look at our Specialty packs, designed just for IMGs- to help you put your training first. Get what you need!
Any questions?
I want to apply to multiple different specialties, is that allowed?
Yes it is and several candidates have done it before (with multiple offers as well!). However, you should think hard if it’s best for you as it is additional time and effort commitment that you are taking away from your initial application. You will need to be especially organised about this and essentially prepared two separate applications (a copy and paste job will not cut it!) and think especially about how you will demonstrate meaningful commitment to specialty. We make special arrangements for any individuals signing up to two Optimise Interview packages so please get in touch with us early if this applies to you.