NHS Grampian IMG Resources

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Welcome to NHS Grampian


You'll find dedicated support for International Medical Graduates (IMGs), ensuring a positive experience with the NHS and life in Scotland. 

We helped establish IMG Induction in 2012, and a passion for pastoral care of IMGs new to Scotland with direct access to IMGs for any concerns.


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NHS Grampian Overview
NHS Grampian

 

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NHS Grampian IMG Lead

Meet the IMG Lead for NHS Grampian

Below you’ll find information about the individuals leading the International Medical Graduates (IMG) Doctors support across NHS Grampian.


Name and roleLocationEmail
Dr Izhar Khan - Associate Director of Medical Education, NHS Grampian📍IMG Lead NHS Grampian✉️ Izhar.khan@nhs.scot

As ADME for IMGs, I am available for any advice which may help IMGs, Supervisors and TPDs. I can be contacted directly by email at Izhar.khan@nhs.scot.

Dr Izhar Khan - Associate Director of Medical Education
IMG Induction Programme

Our Induction Programmes


We offer tailored induction programmes, including Softer Landing and WINS, designed to help international medical graduates (IMGs) settle in smoothly.


Support for IMGs in NHS Grampian

We provide comprehensive support to all IMGs working within NHS Grampian.


Support for IMG GPSTs

IMG GPSTs are fully supported as part of our commitment to your success.

Peer Support Networks for IMGs
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IMG WhatsApp Group

There is an informal WhatsApp group available; however, please exercise caution regarding privacy. This group is not officially sponsored by NHS Grampian.

NHS Grampian IMG Resources
Text reads: NHS Grampian About Scotland Handbook

 

NHS Grampian About Scotland Handbook

Your handbook full of information for doctors coming to Scotland and the Grampian area.

Trainers, Supervisors, Employers and Managers Training

WINS Welcoming International Medical Graduates New to Scotland.

Welcoming International Medical Graduates New to Scotland. An enhanced induction program for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) commencing training in Scotland. This has been rolled out in other specialties and WINS has been developed to ensure that all new IMGs in Foundation, Specialty, and SAS posts in Scotland can attend an enhanced induction programme.