Thrive in Psychiatry
Helping you to survive and thrive in your career
In the first of a series of podcasts exploring the challenges members face, we discuss what needs to be done to support psychiatrists with carer responsibilities, and neurodivergent psychiatrists.
We also discuss taking a break and the role of employers, and delve into leadership and why it might be something you should try.
The College's Presidential Lead for Retention Dr Ananta Dave speaks to Dr Raka Maitra, Dr Shevonne Matheiken and Dr Derek Tracy.
How can we help you to thrive?
The Thrive in Psychiatry campaign will be running 28 Oct - 9 Dec and during that time we'll discuss a wide range of issues and challenges facing psychiatrists. We'd love to hear what you think - whether you think the College or another body should be doing more to help, or if you have a question.
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Our blog posts
How can deep brain stimulation help people with eating disorders? What role do psychiatrists play in supporting expectant mothers? Hear from trainees and consultants alike about the most rewarding aspects of their jobs and find out why people remain in psychiatry.
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Working as a neurodivergent psychiatrist
A psychiatrist who is AuDHD talks about reasonable adjustments, where you can go to for support, and how he has found life as a neurodivergent doctor.
Dr Wamiqur Rehman Gajdhar -
"We can have a huge impact on people's lives"
Higher Trainee Dr Nina MacKenzie talks about moving from physiotherapy to psychiatry, taking CASC eight days before having a baby, job sharing, and why she'd always recommend choosing psychiatry!
Dr Nina MacKenzie -
My passion for psychiatry remains unwavering
One International Medical Graduate doctor's incredible story of the challenges she overcame to become a psychiatrist, and why she's so glad she did.
Dr Tajnin Islam -
Returning after a nine year break
Dr Maria Casserly talks about taking a nine year break, returning to medicine and the benefits of Higher Training.
Choose Psychiatry team