Addressing the Challenges Faced by International Medical Graduates in the UK: A Call for Action

Abstract

I am writing to highlight the significant challenges faced
by International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in the UK, as
evidenced by recent studies, and to propose actionable
solutions to support their integration into the National
Health Service (NHS). IMGs constitute approximately
25% of the UK medical workforce, yet they face
numerous barriers that hinder their professional and
personal well-being. These challenges, if unaddressed,
risk exacerbating the ongoing workforce crisis in the
NHS.