During the first half of foundation year two you will need to decide which medical specialty to pursue. Some people will have a good idea from the start of medical school; some will not be entirely sure even when they are years into consultancy.
There are over 60 medical specialties and the RCP represents 28 of these, plus four major sub-specialties and five faculty specialties. Explore personal career stories from trainees and consultants on the next tab.
Find out:
- what consultants look for in junior doctors
- what a day in the life of a certain specialty is like
- the rewards and opportunities available in each specialty.
Read our RCP insight guide on 'How to choose a medical specialty'.
