International Medical Graduate Hub
Welcome to the International Medical Graduate Resource Hub: Supporting International Medical Graduates in Scotland
This website brings together a range of national, regional and Board-level resources to support International Medical Graduates (IMGs) at every stage of their career in Scotland. Alongside guidance for doctors, you'll find practical information and resources for trainers, supervisors, employers and managers to help create a positive and supportive working environment.
Explore induction resources, professional development opportunities, wellbeing support and guidance from partner organisations including the General Medical Council (GMC), medical defence unions, and Royal Colleges all designed to help IMG colleagues settle into practice, build successful careers and thrive in Scotland.
The aim is to foster the sharing of good practice, enabling a culture of continuous improvement, and promote consistent, high-quality support across Scotland.
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If you have any questions about the information in this resource, or suggestions for additional content, please contact the Centre for Workforce Supply at nes.cws@nhs.scot.
Introduction
Explore the collection of national resources, Board-specific information, induction programmes and ongoing support opportunities in one place. It also provides access to resources from partner organisations, including the General Medical Council (GMC), medical defence organisations and Royal Colleges, making it easier to find trusted information throughout your career journey.
If you are an IMG doctor considering post-graduate training in Scotland, please visit the Scotland Deanery and Scottish Medical Training websites for further guidance.
Alongside support resources, you will find a suite of professionally designed marketing assets to help Health Boards and GP practices strengthen recruitment activity and showcase the benefits of working as an IMG in Scotland.
This information is relevant to doctors in specialty training and locally employed roles, including Clinical Fellows, SAS doctors, Consultants and GPs. If you are considering postgraduate medical training in Scotland, please visit the Scotland Deanery and Scottish Medical Training websites for further information.
By sharing resources, learning and examples of good practice, this hub aims to support a consistent, high-quality experience for IMG doctors across Scotland and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
We warmly welcome all IMG doctors - at every grade, in every specialty, whether in formal training programmes or locally employed roles - and value the skills and experience they bring to Scotland.
Thriving Together - Valuing and Supporting IMGs
You'll also find guidance and good practice for trainers, supervisors, managers and employers to help create inclusive and supportive working environments.
Useful IMG Resources
Royal Colleges
The Royal Colleges provide a wide range of resources to support International Medical Graduates throughout their careers, including professional development, examinations, mentoring, networking and career guidance. Explore the links below to access support from a selection of Medical Royal Colleges. If your specialty is not listed, you can find contact details for all Medical Royal Colleges and Faculties on the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges website.
IMG Guides and Resources
Explore the collection of useful guidance and resources to support IMGs progress and thrive.
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