Revising around clinic and a toddler: the parent’s AKT playbook
Revising for the AKT around a full clinic list and a young child — realistic tactics from GPs who did it, not advice that assumes free evenings.

MBBS, BSc (Hons)
NHS GP Partner · Co-Founder and Lead for Educational Design, Core Revision
Victoria is a GP Partner who focuses on building learning systems that empower trainees to use their own strengths to reach their potential. Her work centres on creating flexible, supportive structures that fit around real lives rather than forcing people into rigid revision models.
She has a particular interest in holistic care and working with individuals to help them achieve their chosen aims — clinically and educationally.
Favourite topics: Women’s health · Mental health · Neurodiversity
Outside of work: Spending time outdoors in nature, walking, and continued attempts at cold-water swimming.
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Revising for the AKT around a full clinic list and a young child — realistic tactics from GPs who did it, not advice that assumes free evenings.
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