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As a junior doctor, long shifts, night calls, and an unpredictable schedule make it difficult to get enough sleep. Prioritizing rest is essential for both your well-being and your ability to provide quality patient care. Chronic sleep deprivation not only leads to fatigue but also increases the risk of burnout, impaired decision-making, and decreased mental and physical health. While the demands of the job are relentless, there are practical ways to improve sleep and maintain resilience....

Being a junior doctor can cause stress due to long hours, high-pressure situations, and emotional intensity. I’ve always said that “you’re not a proper doctor unless you’re doing 3 things at once, so don’t despair if you’re only doing one thing at a time as it can take a lot of practice to juggle multiple things! (just kidding, you shouldn’t be multi-tasking too much as this is just inefficient but I’ll talk about that another day). Here are some practical ways to manage stress effectively:...

Helpful Terminology – Aussie Acronyms Australians have their own set of terms and acronyms that are useful to know when applying for jobs and working in the healthcare system. Grades of Doctor SMO: Senior Medical Officer (consultant) Registrar: Doctors in specialty training programs Resident Medical Officer (RMO): Junior doctors, including House Officers and Senior House Officers Other Acronyms AHPRA: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (equivalent to the UK's GMC) AMA: Australian...