Welcome to the F3 Stories Podcast by Messly. This podcast shares the adventures and wisdom of doctors who've taken an F3 Year and hopefully, can inspire you to create the F3 Year of your dreams.

In this episode, we speak to Dr Laura Maciejec who is currently working as an F3 doctor in Jersey.

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🔎  About Laura

Laura is an F3 doctor currently working in Psychiatry. She graduated medical school at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic and was thrust into the chaos of working without a break for what were probably the two most difficult years for UK doctors in recent history.

Understandably, she needed a break after finishing foundation training, and she decided to take a few months to travel. As a solo female traveler, Laura explored a number of countries in Central and South America in a once-in-a-lifetime epic adventure.

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In this episode, Laura shares with us her tips for planning, packing, budgeting, and making lifelong friendships and connections when exploring other cultures and countries alone.

This episode also includes:

👉  How Laura saved and budgeted for a 4-month adventure in Central and South America
👉  How she found the confidence and opportunities to make friends on her travels.
👉  How Laura secured an amazing job in Jersey when she returned from her trip.
👉  What wisdom she gained by leaving the bubble of medicine.
👉  How her travels changed her plans for her future medical career.

🛠️  Useful links

👉  ‍‍Get inspired with our article on traveling in your F3 Year.
👉  If you need help budgeting for a trip like Laura’s, check out this article about managing your finances as a locum doctor. 
👉  Check out AirBnB experiences for activities in your local area, whether you’re at home or on holiday.
👉  Learn more about the South American roots of Laura’s favourite food; The Potato.
👉  Check out Laura’s highly recommended Traveling Classroom Programme.
👉  Get information about how to find and apply for work in Australia here.

Connect with other UK doctors ‘Down Under’ in the F3 in Australia and New Zealand Facebook group.

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‍This article is part of a wider series of comprehensive guides and information to help doctors ensure their F3 year is a success. We cover everything from initial planning, options for moving abroad, help with finding work, and tips for making the most of the experience.

Click here to visit our F3 Resource Hub to explore the full list of guides and articles.

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