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The Ultimate Guide to Working in Ireland as a Doctor
Ireland has become an increasingly attractive destination for international doctors seeking career progression, lifestyle balance, and diverse clinical experience. With demand growing across both public hospitals and private healthcare providers,...
Navigating Registration, Visa & Specialist Recognition for Internationally Trained Doctors in Ireland
Ireland is one of the most welcoming countries in Europe for internationally trained doctors. For many overseas trained doctors, the prospect of working here represents not just a career step but a lifestyle upgrade, an English-speaking environment, excellent...
Relocating from USA to Work as a Doctor in Ireland: What US Attending Physicians Should Know
For US-trained attending physicians, or who we refer to in Ireland as consultants, considering a move to Ireland, understanding how the healthcare system works including job titles, training pathways, and career progression is essential. While Ireland offers exciting...
How to Improve Retention of Doctors in Ireland: What Hospitals & Clinics Can Do
Ireland’s healthcare system is renowned for its high standards of patient care, innovative practices, and welcoming approach to international doctors. Yet, like many health systems worldwide, Ireland faces ongoing challenges in retaining talented physicians. For...
MatchMedics to Attend the GPPA Practice Leadership Summit 2025
We are thrilled to announce that MatchMedics will be attending the GP Practice Ally Practice Leadership Summit for a third year as an exhibitor. Date & Time: Friday 3 Oct 2025 – Saturday 4 Oct 2025 Location: Midlands Park Hotel, Jessop St, Portlaoise, Co. Laois,...
Relocating to Ireland as a Psychiatrist: Dr. Stoffel Grobler’s Journey
Thinking of moving your psychiatry career to Ireland? In this episode of our Dr. Diaries: Adventures to Ireland podcast, South African psychiatrist Dr. Stoffel Grobler shares his honest experience of relocating, settling into work, and building a new life here. Why...
Primary-Source Verification for IMC Registration: A Guide for Doctors Moving to Ireland
If you’re a doctor planning to work in Ireland, one of the key steps in your Irish Medical Council (IMC) registration is something called primary-source verification. At Match Medics, we support doctors through every stage of their move to Ireland, so here’s what you...
MatchMedics “Next Stop Ireland” Recruitment Roadshow Event Set to Bring Hundreds of Doctors to Ireland’s Doorstep Amid National Shortage
MatchMedics, a leading doctor recruitment agency based in Limerick and Dublin, has completed a high-impact international recruitment drive that could bring over 100 new doctors to Ireland in the next 18 months – offering a vital boost to the country’s overwhelmed...
GP Employment in Ireland and the UK: The Shared Crisis — and How We Can Fix It
The GP workforce crisis in Ireland and the UK has reached a critical tipping point. Both health systems, despite their similarities, are grappling with issues in primary care — issues that affect not just the medical workforce, but entire communities relying on...
Moving from the UK to Work as a GP in Ireland: What You Need to Know
If you're a GP currently working in the UK and considering relocating to Ireland, you're not alone. Many doctors are exploring opportunities in the Irish healthcare system due to better work-life balance, greater clinical autonomy, and attractive earning potential. In...
The First 90 Days: Why They Matter for Retention of International Doctors in Ireland (And What Hospitals Can Do to Help)
Every year, Ireland welcomes hundreds of international doctors to help fill critical workforce gaps in our healthcare system. These doctors bring expertise, fresh perspective, and commitment. But here’s what many don’t realise: The first 90 days after a doctor’s...
Why More UK GPs Are Choosing to Work in Ireland — And Why You Should Consider It Too
A recent article in The Irish Times (May 26, 2025) highlighted a growing trend — more general practitioners (GPs) from the UK are packing their bags and making the move to Ireland. And it’s not just for the scenery. At MatchMedics, we’ve been seeing this shift...