Train in the UK: Hands-On Medical Experience with St. George’s University
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At St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, you have a unique opportunity to gain clinical experience in the United Kingdom (UK), training within the esteemed National Health Service (NHS) and its diverse clinical settings.
A legacy of UK clinical training
SGU’s affiliation with UK hospitals, established in 1979, gives you the chance to complete clinical rotations at 15 affiliated hospitals across the country. This program allows you to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare system renowned for its comprehensive patient care and commitment to medical excellence.
David Stoker, MD, FRCS, FRCS (Ed), Associate Dean of Clinical Studies in the UK at SGU School of Medicine, explains:
“Students who come to the UK will be able to learn medicine and enhance their knowledge of other cultures, which will ultimately enrich their medical careers. Medical schools’ curricula are increasingly focusing on culture and ethnicity to produce doctors who are adequately trained for the global world in which we now live. SGU has shown a steady commitment to this approach throughout the years.”
Curriculum and personalised learning
The UK clinical program follows the same rigorous curriculum as SGU’s US-based program, ensuring you receive a consistent medical education. Small group rotations, often with just two to four students, allow for personalised instruction and greater interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.
Support and academic resources
While you are in the UK, SGU provides comprehensive support through associate and assistant deans, associate chairs, and hospital directors of medical education. You will also receive guidance on placements, accommodation, visa requirements, and other logistics. Additionally, SGU offers the “Introduction to Clinical Practice & NBME Workshop,” designed to prepare you for core speciality rotations and the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) exams.
Global opportunities after UK rotations
Completing clinical rotations in the UK opens doors to a range of pathways. Many SGU students apply for residency programs in the United States, while others remain in the UK and take the Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) test to continue their medical careers within the NHS.
Take the next step
This program combines a distinctive blend of academic rigour and cultural immersion, preparing you to become a competent and compassionate medical professional in an increasingly interconnected world. Discover how you can start your UK clinical rotations and learn more about SGU’s MD program and available tracks here.