Resident Doctors
Last updated: September 2025
From 18th September 2024, Junior Doctors became known as Resident Doctors. Resident Doctors are fully qualified doctors who are either currently in postgraduate training or gaining experience as locally employed doctors, working at F1 to ST9 level.
Evidence-based resources
Library resources
The Library has a wide range of textbooks covering all clinical specialties, as well as non-clinical subjects such as research and leadership. All East Cheshire NHS Trust staff are able to join the library and borrow books. You can also search for e-journals, e-books and other online resources through the NHS Knowledge & Library Hub.
Keep updated
The library produces a number of current awareness updates and bulletins with the latest research published on different topics. Visit the current awareness page to read the latest issues or to subscribe to receive updates. Alternatively, you can register for KnowledgeShare. KnowledgeShare is our targeted current awareness service. Register with your clinical interests to receive fortnightly alerts sent to your email. Your KnowledgeShare profile can be as broad or specific as you need, and can be updated as your interests change.
Podcasts
- BMJ: Sharp Scratch – a podcast for new doctors and medical students.
- You Are Not A Frog – wellbeing podcast for medical professionals.
- EFIM: Home of Medicine – exploring clinical cases with a focus on the impact of cognitive biases in medical decision-making.
- BMJ: Talk Evidence – the podcast for evidence-based medicine.
Athens
A lot of resources are accessed using an NHS OpenAthens username and password. Athens accounts are free to set up and use – click the button below to register for an account. If you’ve previously had an Athens account at another trust, you can log in to update your details.
Mobile resource
Scan the QR code or click the link below to access our web app for new medics, with quick links to key resources and information about the library. The web app will open in your phone’s browser and is optimised for use on mobile.
Learning and development
- NHS England: Medical Specialty Recruitment – guidance to help you apply to your chosen specialty.
- BMJ Learning – e-learning recognised by most professional bodies.
- NHS England: E-Learning for Healthcare.
- PHST Recruitment: Specialties information.
PGME team at East Cheshire
You can contact the Post Graduate Medical Education (PGME) Team at East Cheshire by emailing ecn-tr.PGME@nhs.net.