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    06 May 2025 4 min

    Life as an associate dentist

    Here, Tilly Houston shares her experience of being a new dental associate, including differences between NHS and private work.

    Dentists
    Female student with laptop looking at paperwork
    28 April 2025 4 min

    Grow your money, shape your future: Why ISAs matter

    Keen to start saving and investing, but unsure where to begin? Here we run through the different ISA types you can explore to get started.

    Medics Dentists Investments
    Student using phone outside
    22 April 2025 3 min

    Life as a young dentist

    James Foster, who graduated from Birmingham University Dental School in 2022, shares his experience of life as a young dentist.

    Dentists
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    14 April 2025 4 min

    Associate contracts: What you need to know

    Understanding your associate contract can have a real impact on your personal finances. From sick pay to UDA rates, learn more here.

    Dentists
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    07 April 2025 4 min

    Saving to buy your first home

    Here are some practical tips if you’re looking to get onto the property ladder – from saving a deposit to prioritising debt repayments.

    Tips
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    31 March 2025 4 min

    My experience of imposter syndrome

    Here, current F1, Charlie Pearson, shares his experience of imposter syndrome – and how he managed it throughout his university career.

    Wellbeing Medics
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    24 March 2025 7 min

    Investing made simple

    Investing can seem daunting, and you may be wondering if it's worth doing. This guide breaks down the essentials, making investing simple.

    Tips Investments
    Medical students taking notes
    19 March 2025 17 min

    Young doctors talk about finances

    In this video, junior doctors discuss finances, including understanding your pay cheque, first year outgoings and where to go for advice.

    Medics Tips
    Two students using banking app on phones
    19 March 2025 12 min

    Managing your finances as a young dentist

    Here, DFT and associate dentists share their top tips for managing finances as you enter the workplace as a dental graduate. Watch now.

    Dentists
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    19 March 2025 22 min

    Starting work on the ward as a junior doctor

    In this video, junior doctors discuss the challenges of working on a ward and what they wish they had known before starting their career.

    Wellbeing Medics
    Female student sitting on steps using phone
    19 March 2025 22 min

    Maintaining good mental health as a junior doctor

    In this video, junior doctors share how they look after their mental wellbeing, including avoiding burnout and tackling imposter syndrome.

    Wellbeing Medics
    Dental student working on teeth mould
    19 March 2025 30 min

    The ‘need to knows’ for new dentists starting practice

    In this video, DFT and associate dentists share their experiences of going from university to working in a dental practice. Watch here.

    Dentists
    Two male students talking and smiling
    19 March 2025 24 min

    Looking after your wellbeing as an FY1 dentist

    In this video, recent dental graduates share how they look after themselves when they’re struggling to switch off from dentistry. Watch now.

    Wellbeing Dentists
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    17 March 2025 4 min

    How to prepare for F1 as a fifth-year medical student

    Here, recent graduate Freya Palmer talks us through what you can do to help make your transition to resident doctor as smooth as possible.

    Medics Tips
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    10 March 2025 3 min

    What I learned from my elective

    Starting to think about your medical elective? Here, Italia-Rosa Leech shares her top planning tips and what she learned along the way.

    Medics Tips
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    24 February 2025 2 min

    Getting the final year of dental school right

    In this blog, final year students from Peninsula Plymouth Dental School offer their tips on how best to approach your last year of study.

    Medics Tips
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    17 February 2025 3 min

    Tips to expertly navigate your final year of medical school

    Here, recently qualified doctors offer their tips to help you navigate the final year of medical school – from organisation to CV building.

    Medics Tips
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    10 February 2025 4 min

    How much will I get paid as an F1 doctor in 2025?

    Working in medicine isn’t all about money, but it’s handy to know how much you’ll earn as an FY1 doctor so that you can budget effectively.

    Medics Financial planning Students
    Eleanor Crossman student in dental room
    03 February 2025 4 min

    Tips for surviving clinical placement

    In this blog, final year dental student, Eleanor Crossman, offers her advice on what you can do to survive your clinical placement.

    Tips Dentists
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    27 January 2025 4 min

    My experience of signing up for a credit card

    Here, dentist Hansi Majeithia shares her experience of signing up for a credit card – from choosing the right company to repayment options.

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