International Medical Graduates Information and Resources
Welcome to life in the South-East of Scotland
Speaking from experience, starting a job in a new healthcare system and/or doing life in a different country/region can be challenging, if not daunting, to say the least.
We are therefore dedicated to helping you transition smoothly and aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment.
To enable us to do so, we have put together and linked into some useful resources:
Induction
Human Resources - Employment Policies and Procedures
Accommodation
Training and Career Progression
Support and Buddy Systems
IMG Survey
Lost in translation - Nuances of Language and Medical Acronyms
Shared stories - Preparing and Maneuvering for Life in the UK and Work in the NHS
FAQ's
We hope you find these valuable - Enjoy browsing!
About The Team
A new working group has been established in NHS Lothian focusing on improving the training and workplace experience of IMGs in Lothian through quality improvement activity. For more information about how to get involved please contact
Goran.Zangana@nhs.scot, nusrat.said@nhs.scot .
We have monthly meetings, if you would like to take part or suggest discussion topics or for more support in general please join our Teams Channel.
Dates for your diary
INDUCTION FEBRUARY 2025 (LOTHIAN)
SIM Day - Wednesday 26th February - Arthur's Seat, RIE - 8.30-17.00 SIGNUP HERE
The Induction/SIM is mandatory for IMGs who have not worked in the NHS before, desirable for IMGs who have worked in the NHS but not in Scotland, and optional for all other IMGs.
WINS 2025 (Scotland Deanery Event)
Monday 24th March 2025 - Royal College of Physicians Edinburgh
Wednesday 5th March 2025 - Royal College of Physicians Glasgow
You can book onto the course at the following link:
/76613/welcoming-imgs-new-to-scotland-wins/wins-welcoming-imgs-new-to-scotland
Please refer to the documents available in EVENTS
Any queries for WINS 2025 should be directed to:
Ejaz Farooqui Administrative Officer – NES Medical Directorate
Email: ejaz.farooqui@nhs.scot
INDUCTION FEBRUARY 2025 (LOTHIAN)
Agenda and all presentations now available in Induction Information