Ep 271: 5 financial tips from an International GP – is the NHS pension worth it? and investing as an IMG.

By Tommy
on May 13, 2025
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Financial Well-being Tips for International Medical Graduates: Insights from Dr. Agne Meškauskienė In this episode of the MedicsMoney podcast, Dr. Agne Meškauskienėshares insights from her financial journey, enhanced by the Medics Money financial wellbeing course. Topics discussed include challenges and comparisons of working as a doctor in the UK vs Lithuania, understanding and valuing the NHS pension, essential budgeting techniques, and tips for managing debt and income protection. Dr. Agne also discusses her personal experiences with investing and the importance of financial planning for future flexibility and security. The podcast aims to help medical professionals better understand their finances and plan for a secure future.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:11 Challenges of International Medical Graduates

00:25 Understanding the NHS Pension

00:38 Budgeting and Financial Management

00:56 Course Information and Application

02:04 Guest Introduction: Dr. Agne Meškauskienė

02:19 Journey to the UK and Professional Differences

05:24 Financial Beginnings and NHS Pension Insights

08:50 MedicsMoney Course Experience

10:06 Investment Strategies and Behaviors

16:11 Future Financial and Career Plans

19:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Tommy

Dr Tommy Perkins is a GP Partner in Bognor on the South coast of England. He is passionate about providing the financial education that GPs need which is why he co-founded Medics’ Money with Ed. In his spare time he enjoys surfing with his young family. Dr Tommy Perkins BSc (Hons) MBChB MRCGP PGDipClinDerm

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Ep 271: 5 financial tips from an International GP – is the NHS pension worth it? and investing as an IMG.

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