Hive Medical Academy

22/04/2026

42% of NHS Staff Are International

A significant proportion of the NHS workforce comes from outside the UK.

This highlights the vital contribution of international healthcare professionals — and the opportunities available for those considering working in the UK.

Watch the full discussion on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/cqgB_Vrq4eg?si=nvXOY_2CnKng0HR7

09/04/2026

Do Medical Students Still Use Books?

Medical education is changing.

Many students now rely more on apps and digital resources rather than traditional textbooks.

An interesting perspective from a final year medical student.

Watch the full discussion on YouTube here:

03/04/2026

What IMGs Really Bring to the NHS

International medical graduates are often discussed in terms of the challenges they face.

But they also bring a depth of knowledge, resilience, and adaptability that is sometimes overlooked.

A valuable perspective from our recent discussion with Dr Saif, a UK graduate who is now a GP Speciality Trainee.

Watch the full podcast on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/QO4ztzJ_QhQ

26/03/2026

We’ve crossed 10,000 subscribers on YouTube!

Thank you to everyone who has supported and been part of this journey.

23/03/2026

Most candidates don’t fail PLAB 2 because of lack of knowledge.

They lose marks in ways they don’t even realise.

In this live masterclass, we’ll show you:

• How to approach every station with structure
• What examiners are actually looking for
• The common mistakes that cost marks
• How to target your preparation properly

📅 Live on Saturday 28th March at 4pm UK time
⚠️ No replay

Register here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/FdMdMGwsTPinkp340s1DBg #/registration

19/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating.

From all of us, wishing you a day filled with joy, peace, and barakah.

17/03/2026

Olivia shares how shy she felt on Day 1 of the course and how guided practice and support helped her build confidence over time. She passed first time!

For many PLAB 2 candidates, the challenge isn’t knowledge — it’s communication and confidence.

Full podcast available on our YouTube channel here:
https://youtu.be/mtlZLLXMhoU?si=OOB4pErAsJRAo3Ig

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

A former PLAB 2 student shares his advice for candidates preparing for the exam.

Confidence, preparation strategy, and knowing how to transfer your knowledge into the station can make a huge difference.

Full podcast available on our YouTube channel here:
https://youtu.be/Lxn7qXd-6f4?si=cGxfsHooG0OMzRBO

26/02/2026

After failing PLAB 2, he felt like giving up.

What changed wasn’t more studying — it was understanding how the exam is actually assessed.

Watch the full conversation on our YouTube channel here:
https://youtu.be/mSmVeYgGY60

19/02/2026

Ramadan Mubarak to all observing the holy month.

Wishing doctors, trainees, and international medical graduates a month filled with clarity, strength, and blessings.

May your efforts — both personal and professional — be accepted and rewarded.

18/02/2026

Same breathlessness station.
Same medical knowledge.

One scores clearly higher.

Why?

Because structure makes clinical reasoning visible — and examiners can only score what they clearly see and hear.

If your stations “feel fine” but your scores don’t reflect it, this might explain why.