Clinical Attachment Programme for IMGs

Overview

This Clinical Attachment Programme is specifically designed for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) seeking firsthand exposure to the UK healthcare system. It offers intensive, structured, and fully supervised clinical experience within an NHS GP practice. Participants will benefit from 1-1 mentorship by GP Partners, PLAB 2 OSCE Examiners, and Educational Supervisors, helping them develop core clinical competencies, professional confidence, and familiarity with NHS protocols.

Programme Structure

Supervised hands-on experience in history-taking and clinical examinations
Exposure to real NHS patient consultations and case discussions
Training in documentation, prescribing, referrals, and NHS consultation models
Structured debriefs following patient consultations
Creation of a personalised learning plan targeting individual areas for improvement
Participation in quality improvement (QI) projects and audits for portfolio development
Teaching on UK guidelines, medical ethics, and effective communication
Opportunities to accompany clinicians on home visits and nursing home ward rounds
Observation of multidisciplinary teams, including: Advanced Nurse Practitioners, clinical pharmacists, and physiotherapists
Observation of minor surgery sessions, joint injections, implant insertions, and more

Additional Features

Regular feedback and performance reviews
Targeted support to address clinical and communication gaps
Career guidance, including: GP training insights, CV building and interview preparation, attend and deliver teaching sessions with GP registrars and trainers
Accommodation assistance (if required)

Who Should Apply?

This programme is ideal for:

IMGs preparing for GMC registration or recently registered
IMGs unfamiliar with NHS systems and clinical expectations
Doctors seeking taster weeks in General Practice
Those wanting to gain practical experience in UK primary care

Documents Required

In order to apply for the programme, you will be required to have the following documentation:

Passport
Visa (if Non-EU) Please note: we are unable to provide any visa sponsorship letter/letter of acceptance
Proof of qualification and professional registration (and translation)
DBS / CRB / Criminal Records check from home country (and translation)
An up-to-date CV
GMC Registration Status (if applicable)
A brief summary of their learning aims from the programme

Contact Us

Please use the following form or WhatsApp us directly at:
Phone: +44 (0) 7808876647 / +44 (0) 7596812127

Programme Fee: A) 6-week programme for £600 B) 4-week programme for £500
Extension: May be arranged upon mutual agreement and is subject to availability.
Dress Code: No formal dress code is required; smart-casual and professional attire is recommended.

I truly benefited from the attachment and learned a lot throughout the experience. Everyone—from the managers and nurses to the GP assistants and GPs—was incredibly welcoming and supportive. It was a friendly environment. I felt that everyone genuinely wanted to help.

I have to admit I was hesitant at first since it wasn’t a hospital setting, but I don’t regret it at all. It turned out to be a great starting point. I got to see a wide variety of cases and contributed in history taking and physical examination.

A special thank you to you and Dr. Ali for your constant support and for always being available to answer all my questions and concerns. I’m genuinely grateful.

— Dr AT, IMG