Oxford Foundation Programme

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Start your medical career with confidence using the Oxford Handbook for the Foundation Programme app. Designed for students and newly qualified doctors, this app delivers practical, evidence-based guidance on both patient care and professional responsibilities, helping you thrive in your first years on the wards.

Part of the world-renowned Oxford Medical Handbooks series, this trusted reference equips new doctors with practical, evidence-based advice for safe, effective patient care. Whether you’re starting your Foundation Year, intern year, or are in early residency, it provides the confidence and clarity needed to succeed from day one.

The Oxford Handbook for the Foundation Programme features:

• Comprehensive Clinical Guidance: Access the most current clinical guidelines and protocols, fully updated to reflect the latest standards and curriculum changes.
• Key Areas Covered: Includes essential topics and major specialties such as cardiology, respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, neurology, psychiatry, haematology, dermatology, surgery, emergency medicine, and primary care.
• New Topics: Explore expanded content on primary care and end-of-life care, plus updated sections on infection control, obstetrics & gynaecology, and surgery.
• Practical Tools: From interpreting results to performing essential procedures, get step-by-step instructions and practical tips for everyday clinical tasks.
• Career Support: Learn how to apply to the Foundation Programme, plan your career progression, and choose your specialty with confidence.
• Expert Insights: Benefit from the combined knowledge of senior clinicians and junior doctors who’ve been through the process.
• Easy Reference: Search, bookmark, and access content offline—perfect for busy hospital shifts and on-the-go learning.

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Editors: Tim Raine Consultant Gastroenterologist Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK George Collins Cardiology Registrar Barts Health NHS Trust, UK Fraser Brown Internal Medical Trainee Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK Sophie Howarth Internal Medicine Trainee Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK

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