NHS Lothian Thyroid and Head and Neck Endocrine Fellowship

Programme overview

Thyroid and parathyroid surgery alongside head and neck cancer work, including lymphadenectomy; academic unit with national paediatric thyroid and thyroid ablation services.

Source intake statement at last review: BAETS-registered endocrine surgery fellowship form (c. 2022-2023); current availability not confirmed

A published programme or position count does not establish a current vacancy.

Training and clinical exposure

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International applicant assessment

Acceptance, medical registration and immigration are separate decisions. Clinical training does not automatically confer operative privileges.

Can international surgeons apply?

Eligibility unclear — confirm with the programmeCaptured from the official source listed below

Clinical role and hands-on restrictions

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Medical registration

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Language

EnglishCaptured from the official source listed below

Visa or work authorisation

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Application timeline and contact

Application deadline

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Commencement / intake

August (per form)Captured from the official source listed below

Application cycle

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Published positions — not remaining vacancies

1Captured from the official source listed below

How to apply

Contact the named supervisor/department (BAETS registration form)Captured from the official source listed below

Official programme contact

Iain.nixon@nhslothian.scot.nhs.ukCaptured from the official source listed below

Eligibility and application documents

Published entry requirements

Post-CCT in a relevant specialty; GMC-registered candidates eligible (per BAETS form)Captured from the official source listed below

Application documents

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Benefits, funding and costs

Salary or funding

To be confirmed (per form)Captured from the official source listed below

Fees and upfront expenses

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Benefits and support

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Accommodation or relocation

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Unknown funding does not mean unpaid; unknown fees do not mean free. Confirm the written appointment terms before committing.

Host institution

NHS Lothian

NHS Lothian in Edinburgh, United Kingdom hosts this official-source SurgFellow record in Endocrine Surgery. Listings do not imply endorsement or an open intake.