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Contact us - https://www.gmc-uk.org/contact-us Where any doctor fails to meet our standards, we act to protect future patients from harm.

We work with doctors, physician associates PAs, anaesthesia associates AAs, those they care for and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK. We register and license doctors to practise medicine in the UK to make sure that all doctors have the right knowledge, skills and experience to provide safe, high quality care to patients.

16/07/2026

It’s South Asian Heritage Month!

South Asian Heritage Month is a time to learn, reflect and celebrate the contributions of South Asian communities across the UK.

Annie Wardlaw Jagannadham was the first Indian woman to earn a medical degree from a British university and join the UK medical register. Her achievements continue to inspire today.

Her determination helped pave the way for future generations of doctors, and her story remains an important part of the history of medicine and medical regulation.

To mark South Asian Heritage Month, we thought we'd share this video from Tista Chakravarty-Gannon from our Outreach team again, as she explores Annie’s life, achievements and lasting impact.

You can read more about Annie’s life on our blog. Link in the comments.

07/07/2026

"Many of us, and people like us, had established careers back home, only to be displaced and forced to start from scratch in a completely new country, which is not easy."

Before he came to the UK, Ramin was already a doctor. But like many refugee doctors, being forced to leave his home meant leaving his career behind too.

Starting again in a new country meant learning a new healthcare system, navigating the registration process, and rebuilding the confidence to practise again.

That's why we work with organisations such as the Lincolnshire Refugee Doctor Project, alongside others across the UK, to help refugee doctors access the support they need to become registered and continue providing good, safe patient care.

These organisations provide practical support, such as helping doctors develop their English language and clinical skills. Just as importantly, they offer emotional support by creating a welcoming community for doctors and their families as they build a new life in the UK.

Since launching in 2019, the Lincolnshire Refugee Doctor Project has supported nearly 100 refugee and asylum-seeking doctors, helping them restart their careers and contribute to the NHS.

If you or someone you know is a refugee doctor looking for support, you'll find more information in the comments.

18/05/2026

Refugee doctors were supported in taking the next steps towards rebuilding their medical careers at a recent ‘Building Bridges’ event, organised by the Refugee Council and hosted at our London office.

The day brought together members of the Refugee Council and a fantastic group of volunteers who delivered practical sessions on consultation skills, role-play scenarios, gaining clinical experience, and adapting to the culture, language, and workings of the NHS.

Refugee doctors can face unique challenges when applying to practise medicine in the UK, so the event provided an opportunity for the 35 attending refugee doctors to hear how we work with organisations like the Refugee Council to offer tailored advice and support throughout the application process.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended, to the Refugee Council for organising such an impactful event, and to the brilliant volunteers who gave up their time to make the day so practical and supportive.

02/04/2026

Thank you to the doctors, PAs, AAs and all healthcare professionals providing care over the Easter weekend.

For those who celebrate, we wish you a peaceful Easter.

If you have any queries during this time, please see our contact centre opening hours in the image below or visit the link in the comments to find out more.

With thanks again from everyone at the GMC.

25/03/2026

The national training survey is now open!

Every year, we invite thousands of doctors in training and trainers to share their experiences of postgraduate medical education across the UK. It’s one of the key ways we check that are receiving the training they need. And it gives us the evidence we need to act when this isn’t happening.

The insight plays an important role in highlighting what’s working well, and where improvements are needed, as seen at Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust.

So, if you’re a doctor in training or a trainer, please do take part. Your response really will make a difference.

Find your survey link in your email or visit the link in the comments to learn more.

19/03/2026

We want to hear from you!

Today, we’ve launched a public consultation on proposed updates to guidance for doctors, physician associates (PAs) and anaesthesia associates (AAs) on Personal beliefs and medical practice. The guidance supports them to provide good, safe care while taking into account their own beliefs and those of their patients.

Like everyone, doctors, PAs and AAs may have personal beliefs and values that are important to them. These may be religious, philosophical or moral, and can also be shaped by ethical views as well as cultural, social or spiritual factors.

The guidance focuses specifically on how personal beliefs should be managed in professional practice. It doesn’t cover beliefs expressed outside work, or how we consider concerns raised with us.

The proposed updates aim to make the guidance easier to follow, more relevant across different care settings, and reflective of the wide range of belief systems that exist today.

Sharing your experiences and feedback will help ensure the final version supports care that is safe, fair, respectful and responsive to patients’ needs and values.

Take a look at the slide deck to find out more and click the link in the comments section to take part.

18/03/2026

As Ramadan comes to a close, colleagues from our Muslim Staff Network have kindly shared what the holy month means to them.

The network is a staff-led forum that provides support for Muslim colleagues, a welcoming space to connect and share experiences, and a platform to use members’ expertise to enhance the working environment.

Ramadan Mubarak to all our followers who have been observing this year.

We hope people of all faiths and none enjoy these reflections from the network. Thanks for reading:

‘Millions around the world are currently observing Ramadan through fasting and increased worship and spiritual reflection.

‘Many of us will have friends, neighbours, or colleagues who participate in Ramadan by observing a daily fast from daybreak at about 5am, at this time of year, until sunset, at around 5.45pm. While the physical aspects of Ramadan, such as abstaining from food and drink, may feel familiar, fasting in Islam goes deeper than this; it is a discipline of the heart and character.

‘Through fasting, we develop an increased awareness of those who experience daily hardship, and this practice realigns us with core Islamic principles of justice, mercy, generosity, and collective responsibility, as modelled by the Prophet Mohammed (peace and blessings be upon him). While we strive to live our lives in a way that follows the incredible example he set, Ramadan provides time and space for us to evaluate how we embody these principles in our treatment towards others.

‘At its heart, this month is a reminder to listen to the voices of those who are struggling; to empathise with their pain; to reaffirm our shared responsibility to act with compassion towards the most vulnerable in society; and to be reminded of how essential justice and human dignity are to preserve a healthy society.

‘Our call to action invites everyone to do their part within workplaces and communities to uphold these fundamental principles. We can lead with fairness and integrity. We can design equitable systems that ensure dignity for all. And we can create environments where we champion and value the voice of every person.

‘Ramadan offers a timeless invitation: to bridge differences with understanding and compassion, and to translate shared values into purposeful action.

‘We hope you’ve enjoyed a peaceful, reflective and meaningful Ramadan, and that you have a joyous Eid-al-Fitr celebration when it arrives.’

GMC Muslim Staff Network.

06/03/2026

As we approach International Women’s Day this weekend, we’re reflecting on the pioneering women who, throughout history, challenged the social norms of their time to practise medicine and care for patients.

From the first women entering the medical register in 1859 to the tens of thousands working across healthcare today, their contributions have helped shape a more diverse and inclusive workforce that supports high‑quality patient care.

2025 was the first time the number of women licensed to practise medicine in the UK surpassed the number of men. This was a significant milestone that reflects the changing makeup of the medical workforce since the earliest women joined the register. Here we’re exploring some of their stories.

You can find out more about the contribution of women to the medical workforce, as well as other trends in our latest The state of medical education and practice in the UK: workforce report 2025 via the link in the comments.

22/12/2025

Thank you to the doctors, PAs, AAs and all healthcare professionals who will be providing care over the festive period. We hope you also have some opportunities to rest and spend time with those you’re close to. We appreciate everything that you all do, during this time and throughout the year.

If you have any queries during this time, please see our contact centre opening hours in the image below or visit the link in the comments to find out more. With thanks again from everyone at the GMC.

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