Vascular Surgery – Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Royal Victoria Hospital and Belfast City Hospital
Opportunity to join a friendly and ambitious department that provides a comprehensive range of vascular surgical services for the population of Northern Ireland. As an acute and major teaching hospital affiliated with Queen’s University Belfast, the vascular surgical department is primarily located at the Royal Victoria Hospital site. The department performs a high volume of vascular surgical procedures each year, consistently ranking among the top in the United Kingdom according to the Vascular Services Quality Improvement Programme (VSQIP) National Vascular Registry (NVR) database.
The services offered by the department cover a wide spectrum of vascular conditions, including peripheral arterial disease, renal and diabetic vascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, aortic disease, venous disease, and vascular trauma.
Additionally, the Royal Victoria Hospital houses a cardiothoracic surgical department, providing an opportunity for exposure to cardiac, thoracic, and proximal arterial pathologies for those interested. Furthermore, individuals with an interest in renal surgery can benefit from learning experiences in the renowned and training-focused renal transplant department at Belfast City Hospital. This department is recognized as one of the leading renal transplant centers in Western Europe and achieved the highest number of successful renal transplants in the United Kingdom during the Covid-19 pandemic. It is important to note that renal access surgery is performed by the renal transplant team rather than the vascular surgical team in Belfast.
Belfast, the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, offers a rich history and vibrant culture. Known for its industrial heritage, particularly in shipbuilding, the city was once home to the world's largest shipyard, Harland & Wolff, which famously built the RMS Titanic. Today, visitors can explore the Titanic museum dedicated to the iconic ship. Belfast is easily accessible through George Best Belfast City Airport and Belfast International Airport, connecting to various destinations in the United Kingdom and Europe. Stena Line passenger ferries provide transportation to Cairnryan (Scotland) and Liverpool (England), while bus and train services connect Northern Ireland to multiple cities in the Republic of Ireland. The cost of renting in Belfast typically ranges from £400-800 per month.
Join the department in Belfast and embrace the opportunity to work in a dynamic surgical environment while enjoying the cultural offerings and historical significance of this remarkable city.
general SURGERY – nhs Tayside
Ninewells Hospital, Perth Royal Infirmary and Stracathro Hospital
Opportunity to join the team at NHS Tayside, providing general surgical services to the entirety of Dundee, Perth & Kinross, and Angus. As an acute and major teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Dundee, you will be primarily based at the internationally-known Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, where Sir Alfred Cuschieri introduced laparoscopic surgery to the United Kingdom. Dundee's Medical School, ranked first in the United Kingdom in 2009, is a renowned academic and research centre. It houses the world-renowned Dundee Institute for Healthcare Simulation (DIHS) offering surgical specialty-specific courses including cadaveric dissection, laparoscopy and robotic surgery.
The surgical department at NHS Tayside includes expertise in benign upper gastrointestinal/endocrine surgery, upper gastrointestinal/hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, colorectal surgery, and breast surgery. Services provided range from emergency and elective general surgical cases to complex cancer work, including hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy and robotic pelvic surgery. The department also collaborates closely with vascular/endovascular surgery, plastic surgery, and interventional radiology teams, allowing for additional learning opportunities if desired.
Situated in the eastern central lowlands of Scotland, Dundee is located on the north bank of the Firth of Tay, where it meets the North Sea. The city's rich heritage stems from its prominence during the Industrial Revolution as a centre for textile and shipbuilding industries. Dundee's jute industry thrived, importing fibres from Bengal in India and contributing to the city's prosperity. Notable achievements include the construction of RRS Discovery, Robert Falcon Scott's Antarctic exploration vessel, which is still berthed at the waterfront. Dundee is also renowned for its contributions to journalism and comics, with DC Thomson headquartered in the city.
Dundee offers convenient proximity to major cities, with a 60-minute drive to Edinburgh, a 90-minute drive to Glasgow, and a 120-minute drive to Aberdeen, all of which have international airports. The city provides easy access to the historic city of St Andrews and the picturesque Scottish Highlands by road, and it is well-connected by bus and train links. The typical monthly rent in Dundee ranges from £400 to £800.
Join the pioneering legacy of NHS Tayside and be a part of "One City, Many Discoveries," embracing its rich cultural heritage and countless opportunities.
PLASTIC SURGERY – NHS TAYSIDE AND NHS FIFE
Ninewells, Perth, Stracathro, Queen Margaret Hospital and St Andrews Community Hospital
Join an ambitious, friendly, and supportive department providing plastic and reconstructive surgical services to Dundee, Perth & Kinross, Angus, and Fife. Affiliated with the University of Dundee, one of the premier medical institutes in the United Kingdom, you will primarily be based at Ninewells Hospital, an internationally-esteemed centre in Dundee, Scotland's fourth-largest city. The university is also home to the renowned Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification (CAHID), and offers the unique opportunity to study Medical Art.
The team covers a wide range of acute and elective plastic surgical procedures, including major burns, skin cancer, hand trauma/surgery, craniofacial/head and neck reconstruction, breast reconstruction, abdominoperineal reconstruction, lower limb reconstruction/orthoplastic surgery, and paediatric reconstructive surgery. You will therefore collaborate closely with other departments, such as trauma and orthopaedic surgeons, ENT and oral/maxillofacial surgeons, breast and general surgeons, vascular surgeons, and paediatricians. This provides ample opportunities to participate in combined cases and further enhance your learning experience. By joining the department, you will also have the opportunity to work alongside Scotland's Specialty Training Programme Director (TPD), increasing your chances of subsequently entering the plastic surgical training program.
Situated in the eastern central lowlands of Scotland, Dundee is located on the north bank of the Firth of Tay, where it meets the North Sea. The city's rich heritage stems from its prominence during the Industrial Revolution as a centre for textile and shipbuilding industries. Dundee's jute industry thrived, importing fibres from Bengal in India and contributing to the city's prosperity. Notable achievements include the construction of RRS Discovery, Robert Falcon Scott's Antarctic exploration vessel, which is still berthed at the waterfront. Dundee is also renowned for its contributions to journalism and comics, with DC Thomson headquartered in the city.
Dundee offers convenient proximity to major cities, with a 60-minute drive to Edinburgh, a 90-minute drive to Glasgow, and a 120-minute drive to Aberdeen, all of which have international airports. The city provides easy access to the historic city of St Andrews and the picturesque Scottish Highlands by road, and it is well-connected by bus and train links. The typical monthly rent in Dundee ranges from £400 to £800.
Join the pioneering legacy of NHS Tayside and be a part of "One City, Many Discoveries," embracing its rich cultural heritage and countless opportunities.
Gynaecological Oncology - The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Christie Hospital
Unique chance to join the gynaecological oncology department at the world-renowned Christie Hospital in Manchester, one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe. Through a combination of outpatient clinics, multi-disciplinary meetings, elective surgery, interdisciplinary collaboration, and inpatient ward care, you will be part of a tertiary service treating the full range of gynaecological cancers, including vulval, vaginal, cervical, endometrial, ovarian, peritoneal, and complex cases. Additionally, you will participate in acute clinical reviews and emergency theatre through a hot-line referral system.
The gynaecological oncology team at The Christie includes accredited da Vinci Surgical System robotic trainers and chairs weekly case-based meetings involving Saint Mary’s Hospital (Manchester), Salford Royal Hospital, Stepping Hill Hospital (Stockport), Royal Bolton Hospital, Royal Albert Edward Infirmary (Wigan), Leighton Hospital (Crewe), and Macclesfield District General Hospital. The wider clinical oncological team offers chemotherapy and the full range of radiation therapy, with The Christie housing the first NHS centre in the United Kingdom to offer photon beam therapy. The surgical oncological team includes urological oncology, oncoplastic surgery, and colorectal oncology. Moreover, The Christie is one of only two centres in the United Kingdom dedicated to managing pseudomyxoma peritonei, alongside Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital. The Christie is also a teaching hospital of the University of Manchester.
Manchester and its surrounding settlements form one of the largest urban areas in the United Kingdom, developing through textile manufacture during the Industrial Revolution and serving as a port linking the United Kingdom to Ireland. While boasting notable historical contributions to the fields of physics, chemistry, and computing, among others, today the city is perhaps best-known for its sports scene, hosting two of the largest football teams in the world, and its bustling music scene. Manchester is easily accessible and well-connected by both rail and road, with its own airport and proximity to ferry services. Monthly rent is expected to range between £600 and £1000.
An opportunity not to be missed!