We’ve all been there. That nagging voice telling you you’re not good enough, that you’ll never pass the SCA exam. For Dr Randika, that voice was a serious threat. His visa was on the line, his entire future in the UK as a GP was at risk. Failure was not a very good option.
The Reality of Being an IMG
Imagine you’re an international medical graduate (IMG). You’ve moved halfway around the world, uprooted your life and now you’re battling a system that feels like it’s out to get you. You’re putting in hours of practice, sacrificing your personal life. Yet, you’re stuck. Every time you think you’re getting closer, you realise there’s still so much more to figure out.
That was Dr Randika’s reality.
The Turning Point: From Struggling to Thriving
At first, Randika felt like he was fighting a losing battle. His confidence? Non-existent. He worked harder than anyone, but it didn’t seem to matter. He was facing the SCA on his own, with no clear path forward. Sure, he could’ve given up. He could’ve said, “This is too much,” but he didn’t. He kept pushing.
Here’s the secret: winners don’t wait around for motivation—they create their own system.
Randika didn’t just practice for the SCA exam—he dove deep. He strategised. He found mentors and joined study groups. Most importantly, he got honest with himself about his weaknesses. He didn’t let the distractions or self-doubt take over. Instead, he focused on what he could control.
He figured out how to simplify complex consultations, how to negotiate with patients like a pro, and how to manage that overwhelming uncertainty that comes with the exam. And he didn’t wait for some magical “aha” moment. He built that moment, piece by piece.
SCA Exam Results
The exam was a mental marathon. By the end, he was running on fumes. He stuck to his system. When the results came in?
I opened the results and it was like 99! I was amazed.
Key Insights
- Your doubts are lying to you. Everyone has them. The difference is what you do with them.
- Systems beat motivation. Build a process, stick to it, and the results will follow.
- Get expert guidance. Don’t be afraid to admit you don’t know everything. Find mentors, get feedback and level up.
- Focus on what you control. Ignore the distractions and put your energy where it matters.
Randika’s story isn’t about luck. It’s about grit, strategy and a relentless focus on improvement. He proved that even when the odds are stacked against you, you can win.
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The question is: What are you going to do today to get there?
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