Opinion

First times

Coping with situations for the first time for resident doctors and medical students.

Location: UK
Audience: Resident doctors Medical students
Updated: Wednesday 3 September 2025
Topics: Your wellbeing
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We asked resident doctors to give their best advice on dealing with various medical experiences for the first time.

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