Written By: Alex King on 6th March 2024
All Professions AwarenessHappy IWD to all of the ladies out there!
As we know, this is the day we celebrate the recognition of our achievements as strong and independent females. I have faced many challenges as a woman that I can share to help inspire others.
Nine years ago, I made the decision to leave my country, family
and friends, seeking what is called ‘’a better future’’. Nowadays, I can definitely say that I am proud
of my decision, as in the UK, women are recognized for their
achievements without divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic,
cultural, economic, or political. Most
importantly, I was able to prove to myself that everything is achievable as
long as you have courage, strength, dedication, and confidence.
Unfortunately, what I have had to overcome as a woman is more than I could have expected. The worst moments of my life have been due to serious female health issues, which resulted in me having seven surgeries in the last 15 years and a very rare syndrome called Bertolotti.
Bertolotti syndrome is a congenital disorder leading to back pain associated with a lumbosacral transitional vertebra (LSTV). It most frequently occurs via an articulation of the L5 vertebra transverse process with the sacrum, leading to irregular spinal mobility and pain.[1]
This affects 7–20% of the
population but is most prominent in females. The result is that you get
to see how mentally strong you can be and learn who will be there to support
you on your journey. You are often left to wonder:
‘’How much more can I bear as a woman knowing there is still
more to come?”
I have never thought to share this, but this is my experience, and
I cannot change it.
Therefore, my message to all women out there is:
Don’t give up, be strong, and most of all, be grateful for what you already have, as you don’t know what tomorrow might bring you. ✌️
Written by
Zoe Josling
Clinical Quality Manager
Your Medical Services
Written By: Aimee Hughes on 12th August 2025
NHS Trusts are trying to handle the rising need for specialist care. Insourcing services in ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) and Audiology is now a key part of the solution. These services aim to reduce waiting lists, support clinical teams, and improve patient outcomes. Increasingly, insourcing is a core component of workforce planning within secondary care. This guide gives a clear overview of how ENT and Audiology insourcing works. It explains why clinicians like it and how it helps the NHS provide timely, high-quality care.
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