Doctors Direct Clinical Confidence Webinars
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Doctors Direct

Clinical Confidence Webinars

for NHS Resident Doctors & International Medical Graduates 

Practical. Affordable. NHS‑Aligned.

Build confidence for NHS practice with consultant-led webinars, focusing on clinical and professional skills. Our content is mapped to the foundation curriculum competencies.

Each session covers two topics, supporting learning and development of key skills – from managing common emergencies to navigating ethical dilemmas, workload pressures and career decisions. 

Join live, interactive sessions every other Wednesday – just £30 per person per session.

Who are these webinars for?

  • For early career resident doctors (FY1 and FY2) starting or progressing through NHS training
  • International Medical Graduates (IMGs) preparing for or adapting to NHS practice
  • Doctors working towards obtaining their CREST certification

What makes our webinars different?

  • Consultant-led expertise, helping you navigate the practical realities of the frontline
  • NHS aligned content, ensuring what you learn meets NHS training standards
  • Affordable, high-quality training for only £30 per person per session
  • Boost clinical confidence to improve your decision-making and patient safety standards
  • Support for IMGs, by helping to adapt confidently to UK NHS practices and protocols

 

Our Upcoming Webinars

Date and time: Wednesday 4th November, 7 pm – 9 pm, UK (GMT)

Radiology (Bone)

Develop a structured approach to interpreting musculoskeletal imaging and build confidence in recognising common bone injuries and pathologies encountered in clinical practice.

Key learning outcomes:

  • Review common bone X-raysand develop a systematic approach to interpretatio
  • Recognise imaging features of common fractures and traumatic injuries
  • Identify radiological findings associated with frequently encountered bone pathologies
  • Understand key principles for assessing musculoskeletal imaging

Clinical Governance

Clinical governance plays a vital role in improving patient outcomes, maintaining high standards of care, and supporting continuous quality improvement. This session explores the principles of clinical governance and its practical application within healthcare settings.

Key learning outcomes:

  • Understand what is meant by clinical governance and why it is important in healthcare
  • Explore the key components of clinical governance frameworks within NHS organisations
  • Learn how to engage with clinical governance activities within your Trust
  • Understand the relationship between clinical governance and patient safety
  • Prepare for common clinical governance interview questions and discussion topics

 

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Date and time: Wednesday 18th November, 7 pm – 9 pm, UK (GMT)

ECGs (Electrocardiograms)

Strengthen your ECG interpretation skills by exploring common abnormalities seen in clinical practice beyond rhythm disturbances and develop confidence in recognising key diagnostic features.

Key learning outcomes:

  • Review a structured approach to ECG interpretation
  • Recognise common ECG abnormalities encountered in clinical practice
  • Identify ECG changes associated with important cardiac and systemic conditions
  • Understand the clinical significance of key ECG findings
  • Apply learning through practical case-based examples and interpretation exercises

 

Analgesia

Effective pain management is a fundamental aspect of patient care. This session explores common approaches to analgesia, safe prescribing principles and considerations when selecting pain-relieving medications.

Key learning outcomes:

  • Understand different approaches to pain management in clinical practice
  • Explore the principles and application of the WHO pain ladder
  • Develop confidence in the safe prescribing of analgesic medications
  • Recognise common side effects and risks associated with frequently used analgesics
  • Consider factors that influence the choice of appropriate pain relief for different patients

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Date and time: Wednesday 2nd December, 7 pm – 9 pm, UK (GMT+1)

Radiology (GI) 

Develop your confidence in approaching gastrointestinal imaging and recognising common findings encountered in clinical practice.

Key learning outcomes:

  • Develop a structured approach to reviewing common gastrointestinal imaging
  • Build confidence in recognising key radiological findings
  • Understand how imaging findings can support clinical assessment and decision-making
  • Refresh your knowledge of commonly encountered gastrointestinal presentations

Falls & Syncope

Falls and syncope are common presentations that can have a range of underlying causes. This session will refresh your knowledge and help you develop a practical approach to assessing patients presenting with falls or loss of consciousness.

You will:

  • Refresh your knowledge and understanding of common causes of falls
  • Understand the difference between simple and pathological falls
  • Recognise common causes of syncope
  • Develop a structured approach to assessing patients presenting with falls and syncope

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Date and time: Wednesday 16th December, 7 pm – 9 pm, UK (GMT+1)

Consent & Capacity

Consent and capacity are important considerations in everyday clinical practice. This session explores the ethical and practical considerations involved in obtaining consent, managing complex situations and understanding appropriate routes for escalation.

Key learning outcomes:

  • Understand key ethical principles relating to consent and capacity
  • Explore approaches to more complex consent and capacity scenarios
  • Understand appropriate routes for escalation when managing complex cases
  • Develop a practical understanding of Duty of Candour when communicating with patients
  • Explore a practical approach to situations where a patient wishes to self-discharge from hospital

Educational Supervision 

Making the most of educational supervision is key to your development, progression and success within NHS training pathways.

You will:

  • Understand assessment and appraisal
  • Gain practical tips for using your e-Portfolio effectively
  • Maximise the benefits of educational supervision
  • Understand how to gather evidence and prepare for CREST certification

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