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Applied Knowledge in Paediatrics: M�� Mastercourse, 1st Edition (2022)

Report cover of Applied Knowledge in Paediatrics - M�� Mastercourse

The essential guide to passing the M�� Applied Knowledge in Practice (AKP) exam. Closely aligned to the �� theory exam syllabus and reflective of current UK practice, this book will leave the reader with a sound knowledge of all the core topics relevant to paediatrics and child health, and pro...

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My top five reasons I enjoy going to work

30 March 2022

"Kids are fun, fact!", says Dr Hannah Baynes. From helping adolescents make positive change to their health to working, and celebrating, with multiprofessional colleagues, she tells us why she enjoys working in paediatrics.

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Bringing together several strands - influence and lifelong impact

2 February 2022

An introduction to Professor David Barker, an obstetrician and epidemiologist - and a gentle and thoughtful man - gave shape to what Dr Simon Chapman had maybe known but been unable to define: why he ended up in medicine. Simon introduces our #ChoosePaediatrics theme of the month: the influence and...

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From GP to Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Intensive Care - children are great patients

5 January 2022

"Like I did, check out the #ChoosePaediatrics programme, consider an application to the specialty, and I hope one day we will work together", says Dr Kish Gandhi, who introduces January's theme of the month - that children are great patients - and tells us how he chose paediatrics after qualifying a...

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Working together on a conference for foundation doctors - well supported / MDT

2 December 2021

In late September, FY2 doctor Darakhshan Razzaq helped organise the first paediatric conference for foundation doctors. She and her fellow aspiring paediatricians came together to build a programme for the online event, with speakers from across the country sharing their insights. Here she reflects ...

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Look out for opportunities as you progress through your career - well supported / MDT

2 December 2021

As an undergraduate, Simon Broughton knew he wanted to do paediatrics. Today he's a proud general paediatrician and our Officer for Recruitment. He introduces our #ChoosePaediatrics programme theme for December - a well supported / multidisciplinary team - by looking back at the opportunities he's t...

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A paediatric journey - flexibility in your career and training

3 November 2021

When thinking about a career path, the desire for flexibility is an important consideration for most, and it's something that we at �� have put a lot of thought into over recent years. Cathryn Chadwick, Vice President for Training and Assessment tells us about the different ways of flexible train...

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Accommodating your individuality - flexibility in your career and training

3 November 2021

We are all different, with unique circumstances, needs and aspirations - and our updated specialty training programme aims to provide flexibility and individuality, says Dr Jonathan Darling, �� Vice President for Education & Professional Development. As part of our #ChoosePaediatrics programme, h...

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Medicines for Children - information for parents and carers

Our website provides practical and reliable information to parents and carers about giving medicines to their child - with free access to information leaflets on over 200 medicines, videos and news.

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How autism research inspired me to pursue a career in paediatrics

26 July 2021

Dr Caitlin Rea, a foundation doctor at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh shares how her personal experiences, alongside her recent research and teaching have influenced her to #ChoosePaediatrics. "I look forward to pursuing a career in paediatrics and continuing to develop my passion for ASD educatio...