Starting your first NHS job can feel like being dropped into a whirlwind—and General Surgery doesn’t hold back. From the 8 am ward rounds to managing bleeps, liaising with teams, and chasing scans, the learning curve is steep, especially for IMGs. Dr. Neenu shares what helped her adapt in Colorectal Surgery, but we know every Trust and every doctor has their own story.
💉 Prescribing meds and fluids
📞 Handling referrals and NOK updates
🩸 Drawing bloods and managing post-op care
🕵️♂️ Balancing tasks, bleeps, and breakdowns (yours or your patients’!)
🎓 Learning on the go—NHS-style!
👉 What caught you off guard in your first surgical job?
Was it the workload, the team dynamics, or something no one warned you about? Drop your tips or questions below—let’s help the next batch of IMGs feel a little more prepared.
📖 Read the full blog by Dr. Neenu: https://community.trewlink.com/blog-ghux1wrj/post/life-as-a-junior-doctor-in-general-surgery-C6wc6yni8XaVdJK