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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 23 MIN

How to Prove You’re a Safe Doctor in a Consultant Interview

from Ace Your NHS Consultant Interview · host Tessa Davis + Becky Platt

Starting to think about your NHS Consultant Interview Prep? Join the waitlist for my Ace Your Consultant Interview Academy. I’ll let you know as soon as the Academy doors open https://info.medicalinterviewprep.com/waitlist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=transistor&utm_content=t-ep39Should you talk about a complaint made against you in your consultant interview? In this episode of the Ace Your Consultant Interview podcast, Tessa and Becky break down how to approach tricky interview questions around complaints, mistakes, duty of candour, and patient safety without accidentally throwing yourself under the bus.They also explain how to answer the common question, “How do you know you’re a safe doctor?” in a way that goes beyond saying you have had no complaints or serious incidents. You’ll learn how to talk about appraisal, reflection, CPD, feedback, evidence based practice, clinical learning, and personal responsibility in a way that shows senior level thinking.Finally, this episode covers why asking for feedback after an unsuccessful consultant interview can be one of the most valuable parts of your preparation. If you want to improve your consultant interview answers, avoid common mistakes, and feel more confident discussing patient safety and complaints, this episode is for you.Sign up for our free 5-day email course to give you ​a Crash Course To Ace Your Consultant Interview​: https://aceyourconsultantinterview.com/?utm_source=YTPod&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=1

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