5 - What It's Really Like to Practice Medicine in Ireland as a US Family Doctor

Dr. Hayley Parsley, a U.S.-trained family medicine physician, moved to Ireland to work as a GP.They weren’t looking for a short-term adventure.They were looking to build a life.In this episode, Hayley shares what it actually took to make that move, from navigating the licensing process to adjusting to a new healthcare system and culture.Moving abroad as a physician isn’t fast or straightforward, and Hayley’s experience offers a clear, honest look at what that timeline can really look like.In this episode, we talk about:✔️ What the licensing process in Ireland involves and how long it takes✔️ How clinical practice differs from the U.S.✔️ The challenges within the Irish healthcare system✔️ What’s easier, including significantly lower medication costs✔️ The pace and culture of life in Ireland✔️ Why patience is essential when making a move like thisIf you’ve ever considered Ireland as a place to live or work, this episode gives you a realistic look at what that journey can involve.🔗 JOIN USJoin our physician-only private Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/936658356753142/Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hippocratic_adventures/🌍 MORE RESOURCES FOR YOUStart your adventure with our FREE Physician Starter Kit:https://www.hippocraticadventures.com/start-your-adventure/7 Physician Jobs You CAN Do from Abroad (Free):https://mailchi.mp/hippocraticadventures/physician-jobsIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review. It really helps us get this message into the hands of physicians who need to hear it.