This IMG Overcame Burnout, 2 AKT Failures and Scored 99 in the SCA There is a moment many GP trainees never talk about. The moment after you fail. You log out of FourteenFish.You sit in silence.And then, the next morning, you’re back in clinic: smiling at patients, making safe decisions, doing the job while a […]
Category: Mindset
Passing SCA Exam Despite Anxiety
Are you a GP trainee struggling with the SCA exam or feeling anxious? Dr Joe is living proof that passing the SCA is possible, even if you’ve failed before. Anxiety Surrounding SCA Exam Joe describes his exam anxiety as “quite bad.” So bad, in fact, that during his first SCA attempt, the fear “took me […]
SCA Success: My Comeback Story
Are you preparing for the MRCGP SCA or worse, preparing again after failing ? You know that feeling. That hollow, gut-wrenching doubt. You’ve studied. You’ve practised. You’ve tried your best. Still… the result comes back: Fail It’s disheartening!You start to ask: If that’s you, read on.Because this story might be exactly what you need to […]
SCA Tips: How to Say No
You’re eight minutes into your SCA case. Mr Smith is pushing hard for a scan. You know it’s not indicated. But bluntly saying “no” can backfire. He’s anxious. Frustrated. Maybe even a little fearful. You don’t want to dismiss him but you can’t just cave either. Sound familiar? Saying “no” in a consultation is one […]
SCA Success: Overcoming Self-Doubt
The journey to become a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) is challenging. Meet Dr Divya Varsani, a dedicated GP trainee based in London, as she opens up about her battle with self-doubt and how she cracked SCA exam. The Challenge of Self-Doubt I was quite clueless about what the exam actually entailed […]
How an IMG passed the RCGP Exam on his 5th attempt
Picture the weight of disappointment pressing down on your chest like a concrete block, self-doubt whispering in your ear like a relentless critic. It was a daunting reality for Dr Salman Khattak, whose journey to becoming a fully qualified GP was anything but smooth. However, amidst the challenges and setbacks, Dr Salman emerged triumphant, turning […]
Sympathy Vs Empathy
People often think sympathy and empathy are the same thing without realising they are very different concepts. Sympathy is an expression of care or concern for someone. In contrast, empathy is the ability to understand and feel the emotion of the other person. When you empathise, you understand the other person’s perspectives, predicament and share […]
How to stop living an unfulfilled life?
“You were put on this earth to achieve your greatest self, to live out your purpose, and to do it courageously.” – Steve Maraboli, Life, the Truth, and Being Free So many people are unfulfilled with their life. Every weekday is the same. They wake up, go to work, come home, watch Netflix and then […]
Want to be happier and more fulfilled in 2022
The end of the year is in sight. December may be the month of Winter Holiday and Christmas but you may want to set aside time for these 3 important steps before you say Goodbye to 2021. Completing these three steps will help you to make a great start for the new year. 1. Reconnect with […]
The Paradox of Impatience
In a world where most people are impatient, patience is a rare virtue. Have you ever found yourself growing impatient Instant Gratification Understanding the art of timing is important. It allows you to work with time and accomplish great things. We live in a fast-paced society where everyone wants to do things faster. Most people […]