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A Day in the Life of an F1 Doctor: Expectations vs. Reality

Discover the journey of an F1 doctor as they transition from theory to practice. From early mornings checking for overnight issues to ward rounds and managing patient care, this account highlights the realities of medical placements. Gain insight into the vital skills needed, such as prioritization, clinical decision-making, and effective communication. This narrative emphasizes the importance of asking for help, engaging with clinical skills, and preparing for the challenges ahead. It's a hard yet rewarding job that truly prepares you for the future in medicine.

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A Day in the Life of an F1 Doctor: Expectations vs. Reality

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  1. Preparing for F1 Dr Greg Moore

  2. The Expectation

  3. The reality “Doctor, doctor......” “Please can you prescribe.....”

  4. Day in the life • In a little early • Check any problems from overnight • Prepare for the ward round • Ward round • Jobs • Interspersed teaching and the Mess  • On call – handover and look after whole hospital “You have a bruised rib”

  5. Can you prepare? • Yes! • Clinical placements – get stuck in • Ask to take your own patients • Practice prioritisation • Make your own clinical decisions • Request scans and make referrals/calls • Go on call with your F1/another doctor • Go on with outreach teams • Experience handovers

  6. Getting the most out of F1 and the future • Ask for help • Seize the moment esp. with clinical skills • Teach • Audit • E-Portfolio • Think ahead

  7. The essence • Hard job • Rewarding job • Worth it

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