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Japan and South Korea Doctors Now Eligible for MCNZ Registration to Work in New Zealand
In an exciting development for the medical community, the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) has recently recognized Japan and South Korea as countries with health systems comparable to Aotearoa New Zealand. This recognition opens up new opportunities for doctors from these countries to gain provisional general registration and work as doctors in New Zealand without the need for additional exams. What This Means for Japanese and Korean Doctors Doctors from Japan and South Korea can now...
How to Get Adequate Sleep as a Busy Junior Doctor – Preventing Burnout
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....
Dealing with Stress as a junior doctor
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:...
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