IMG Toolkit
This toolkit is designed to support international medical graduates (IMGs) as they adapt to GP training and working within the NHS. It includes practical guidance, videos, tutorials, and resources covering language, culture, NHS systems, and effective GP consultation skills.
The toolkit also contains materials for GP educators working with international graduates, along with curated resources to help trainees build confidence and thrive throughout their training.
About the Author
Dr John Marlow is a GP Partner and Trainer in Rugby, and a Training Programme Director for the Coventry & Warwickshire VTS. He has led IMG teaching within the scheme for over a decade, delivering practical workshops that focus on solutions, confidence‑building, and consultation skills in a supportive environment.
John encourages open discussion about the challenges IMGs may face and teaches practical ways to expand linguistic and cultural understanding for UK general practice. His work has been presented at the RCGP Annual Conference.
Resources and Acknowledgments
The toolkit brings together resources from national bodies, other VTS programmes, and local initiatives. All materials are shared in good faith to support IMGs in their training journey. Contributions from others are acknowledged wherever possible, and any content will be updated or removed on request.
Special thanks to Dr Libby Hodges and Dr Natalie Kendrick for co‑running IMG workshops, and to actors and facilitators Terry Singleton and Louise Paris for their involvement. We also acknowledge the work of Dr Laura Kelly, HEE Clinical Fellow, and the support of Dr Katharine King, Primary Care Dean for the West Midlands and Vice Chair of COGPED.
We hope this toolkit supports your learning and helps build confidence throughout your training. For feedback or suggestions, please contact: