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Thriving in the NHS Conference
Executive Gold Sponsor
Monday, 30 June 2025.
Holiday Inn, Manchester City Centre.
25 Aytoun Street, Manchester M1 3AE.
Thriving in the NHS Conference 2025 Agenda Highlights
Kick start your Thriving in the NHS Conference 2025 experience with excitement and innovation. Connect with NHS experts and unlock the full potential of career planning and work-life balance in our highly sought-after discussion panel sessions & IMGs Career Labs.
Key Note Speaker
Adebayo Musa Ojukwu joins Thrive Conference as a keynote speaker
Renowned for his wit, incredible insights and experience in IMG support, Adebayo Musa Ojukwu is a renowned cardio-thoracic surgeon with accredited leadership qualification, several awards for his immeasurable support for IMGs and all-round national treasure! Join him at Thriving in the NHS Conference 2025 to discover ‘The human approach to IMG integration in the NHS’ in conversation with Ms Ibifunke Pegba-Otemolu.
Better conversations, connections and collaboration.
Thriving in the NHS is set to be bigger and EVEN better than ever before! Join other IMGs and be a part of this year's conference, as we celebrate 5 years of supporting IMGs, as we change the game and deliver real impact, and create better conversations that benefit IMGs We're #IMGThriveUK
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The Medical Workforce: What to Expect & Pursuing Excellence
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Understand the dynamics of the UK medical workforce.
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Learn strategies to differentiate yourself and excel in your career.
IMG Career Labs I
Expanding Horizons: Career Options for IMGs
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Explore opportunities in academia, leadership, and non-clinical roles.
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IMGs share about diversified careers portfolios
TableTalk
Family Resilience: Building a Strong Support System
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Insights on starting and sustaining resilient families while balancing medical careers.
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Guidance from experts and experienced IMGs.
IMG Career Labs II
Career Progression: Pathways to Success
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Training and non-training pathways to the GMC register.
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Guidance on SAS roles, passing key exams, and navigating professional hurdles.
Breakout Session I
Financial Planning for IMGs
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Meet with financial advisors specialising in medical professionals.
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Learn how to balance and prioritise your finances in the UK financial system.
Breakout Session II
CPD Opportunities
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Stay current on medical education and training development trends.
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Explore career-enhancing CPD options and certifications.
Share insights
Share your project, ideas and insights with wider medical audience.
Gain Recognition
Build your professional profile, gain recognition in your field of interest.
Portfolio & CV
Develop your professional qualification, build your career portfolio.
Call for Abstract, Posters, Presentation.
We are excited to offer 10 (ten) IMGs the chance to showcase their work and experiences through oral presentations.
We are accepting submissions across various academic and leadership topics for our conference. This is your opportunity to share the outcomes of your project with peers and the wider IMG audience. We have space for 5 oral presentations and 20 poster presentations during the conference. Limited space, submit your interest today!
BENEFITS:
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Build your presentation skills.
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Supports your academic or medical portfolio and personal development.
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Showcase your skills and help grow your CV.
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Attain certificate of recognition for your medical portfolio.
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Academic recognition and networking opportunity.
Reach Thriving Heights
Join us in an inspiring and empowering setting, designed to address the needs and aspirations of IMGs. Whether you're attending in person or virtually, this event is an unmissable opportunity to shape your future.
Questions about Thrive Conference
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What changes have we made to our platformWe are thrilled to share some big news with you—Thriving in the NHS is evolving! Over the years, we’ve been dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals, especially International Medical Graduates, to navigate life and work in the UK. Now, we’re taking things to the next level to serve you even better! Here’s what you can expect: Enhanced Services: We’re expanding our offerings to include more tailored solutions, such as personalised interview preparation courses, corporate workshops for healthcare teams, and exclusive 1-1 coaching sessions. New Membership Benefits: Our membership programme is getting an upgrade! You’ll have access to a new members’ hub, packed with resources, event updates, and tools to help you thrive professionally and personally. A Fresh Website Experience: We’re redesigning our website to make it easier to navigate and packed with more value. Expect an intuitive design where you can explore services, book events, access exclusive content, and stay up to date with our blog and shop—all in one place! More Engaging Events: From thought-provoking webinars to empowering workshops, our events will now be more accessible and targeted to address your needs as healthcare professionals in the UK. How This Benefits You These changes are all about you—your growth, your success, and your journey as a healthcare professional. With our upgraded services and resources, you’ll: Gain more confidence in your career. Build stronger connections within the healthcare community. Access practical tools to help balance work and life in the UK. Feel more supported with personalised guidance and opportunities to develop your skills. We are so grateful to have you on this journey with us, and we can’t wait for you to experience these exciting updates! Keep an eye on your inbox and our website for more information as we roll out these changes. Thank you for trusting us to be part of your journey. Together, we’ll continue to thrive! Warm regards, The Thriving in the NHS Team