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I am a doctor with five years' experience. I wish to return to medicine, particularly teaching undergraduates. I understand there are relevant courses. Can you advise me whom I should contact, and could you give me a brief idea of what my prospects may be in medical education?
Authors: Sabina Dosani
Publication date: 18 Aug 2007
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In the first instance, I suggest that you speak to your local postgraduate dean because opportunities vary greatly from region to region. Medical education is developing as an alternative career and is recognised as an academic career in its own right.
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Sabina Dosani consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist Kari Centre, Auckland, New Zealand
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