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GMC report reveals the state of medical education and practice in the UK
One in three doctors say they are unable to progress their education, training and careers in the way they want, the results of the latest General Medical Council (GMC) survey have found. The regulator’s report on the workplace experiences of doctors, warns that workloads, competition for posts, and lack of senior support for development are adversely impacting career hopes. It is the first time the regulator has asked about career progression, and responses showed a clear link between doctors feeling in control of their careers and their overall satisfaction. The study found that 81% of doctors who felt they could progress their career as they wanted were satisfied, and 59% were at very low risk of burnout. By contrast, of those who did not feel this way, only 33% were satisfied, and just 18% were at very low risk of burnout. Charlie Massey, Chief Executive of the GMC, said:
“Like any profession, doctors who are disillusioned with their careers will start looking elsewhere. Doctors need to be satisfied, supported, and see a hopeful future for themselves, or we may risk losing their talent and expertise altogether. Achieving this requires modernising the current training system, so it meets the needs of doctors and patients. “This is something that requires a concerted
effort from the whole healthcare system to drive real change. Efforts need to go further than they have previously, so I’m pleased to see these priorities reflected in the ambitions of the 10-year Health Plan for NHS England, as well as in equivalent strategies across Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.” The GMC’s findings show marginal improvements
in the wellbeing, workloads, risk of burnout, and satisfaction of doctors for the second consecutive year across all four nations of the UK. However, the data highlights major challenges around general practice, training, and disparities in experiences. Mr Massey pointed out that improving the experiences of doctors and their environments correlates with enhanced patient care. He commented that it is encouraging to see marginal improvements in wellbeing, but called for further progress to be achieved. Responding to the GMC’s Workplace report 2025,
Tom Reynolds, Director of Policy & Communications at the MDU said: “The GMC’s Workplace experiences report is an important barometer for the experience of doctors across the UK. We welcome the signs of gradual improvements in workload and wellbeing, however – as the data highlights – medical professionals are still under intense
pressure and are calling out for more support. “It is worrying that only two in five doctors feel
able to progress their careers in the way they would like, presenting further challenges for staff recruitment and retention which in turn impact patient care. “Our members are dedicated to providing the very best possible care for their patients; however the system they work in is increasingly a barrier to this. The government’s 10-Year Health Plan sets out a commitment to modernising our NHS, overhauling training and prioritising staff wellbeing. While we await full details in the Workforce Plan, the GMC’s latest report shows that this transformation cannot come soon enough.” To find out more, visit
https://www.gmc-uk.org/ about/what-we-do-and-why/data-and-research/ the-state-of-medical-education-and-practice-in- the-uk
Gates Foundation to tackle gaps in women’s healthcare
The Gates Foundation has announced a $2.5 billion commitment through 2030 to accelerate research and development (R&D) focused exclusively on women’s health. It will support the advancement of more than 40 innovations in five critical, chronically underfunded areas, particularly those affecting women in low- and middle-income countries. “For too long, women have suffered from health conditions that are misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or ignored,” said Dr. Anita Zaidi, president of the Gates Foundation’s Gender Equality Division. “We want this investment to spark a new era of women- centered innovation – one where women’s lives, bodies, and voices are prioritised in health R&D.”
Women’s health R&D remains chronically underfunded. Areas such as gynaecological and menstrual health, obstetric care, contraceptive innovation, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) solutions (including HIV PrEP for women), and maternal health and nutrition receive limited investment. According to a 2021 analysis, led by McKinsey & Company, just 1% of healthcare research and innovation is invested in female- specific conditions beyond oncology. “Investing in women’s health has a lasting impact
across generations. It leads to healthier families, stronger economies, and a more just world,” said Bill Gates, chair of the Gates Foundation. “Yet women’s health continues to be ignored,
underfunded, and sidelined. Too many women still die from preventable causes or live in poor health.” The investment will advance innovation across five high-impact areas of a woman’s lifespan: l Obstetric care and maternal immunisation. l Maternal health and nutrition. l Gynaecological and menstrual health. l Contraceptive innovation: Offering more accessible, acceptable, and effective options l Sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Areas of breakthrough potential include research into the vaginal microbiome, first-in-class therapeutics for pre-eclampsia, and non-hormonal contraception.
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