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GMC survey highlights support gaps for overseas-qualified doctors
By MedStudy editorial · Published 26 Oct 2026
Original announcement: 8 Oct 2026
New findings on locally employed and SAS doctors underline the importance of induction, fair development opportunities and safe reporting routes.
The GMC survey reports bullying, discrimination and barriers to speaking up among locally employed and SAS doctors. Internationally qualified respondents reported poorer experiences on several measures.
For students considering a UK return, registration and employment are different steps. Before accepting a post, ask about supervision, induction, development time and the route to raise concerns.
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