I'm finishing the first year of a 4 year graduate entry course. It has been ok, a lot of work. I am not in love with the subject but I am more concerned about the future and work-life balance. I'm in my early-mid 30s and I miss living near my family and I (also) want to meet someone and have a family of my own in the near future.
I am primarily concerned about work-life balance and lifestyle.
I don't really know what I am getting into in the latter years of medical school, foundation training and then further training and this is where I need advice. For example, what are the hours and shifts like during foundation training and specialist training? How likely am I to get the foundation training placement of my choice if it is in a large city?
I am aware that GP is the shortest route to becoming a doctor, but I question if I want to go through all of this just to be a GP. To be honest it does not look like an attractive job, apart from the salary.
I need some home truths from people who have been through the process so I can decide whether it is worth it for me to continue.
Thanks