Varun Tyagi
Dr. Varun Tyagi is an NHS doctor and Clinical Teaching Fellow with experience in medical education and supporting junior doctors. He has presented research at the British Geriatrics Society, published work in peer-reviewed journals including Annals of Medicine & Surgery, and successfully completed MRCP Part 1. Through ScrubTales, he shares practical guidance for IMGs and foundation doctors navigating NHS careers, exams, and clinical practice.
Clinical Skills and CPD
AKI Stages Explained: Quick Guide for Junior Doctors
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is common on wards and often confusing for juniors. This guide breaks down AKI stages, warning signs, complications, and management in a clear, practical way.
Clinical Skills and CPD
Simple Guide to IV Cannula Sizes, Colours & Vein Selection
A complete guide to IV cannulation: sizes, colour codes, vein selection, and step-by-step insertion explained simply for clinical practice.
Clinical Skills and CPD
No More ECG Confusion: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
ECGs can feel intimidating with their spikes, waves, and intervals — but they don’t have to be. This guide offers an easy mnemonic, proper lead placement tips, and a structured step-by-step method so you can read an ECG confidently, whether you’re a medical student, IMG, or junior doctor.
Working in the NHS
Post-Falls Assessment – NHS Guide for Junior Doctors
Bleeped to a fall? Here’s a clear, step-by-step post-falls assessment guide for junior doctors in the NHS – from injuries to documentation and escalation.
Jobs and Career Progression
Career Options After BDS: Exploring Clinical and Non-Clinical Paths
Graduating with a BDS opens doors to multiple career paths. Whether you choose private practice, specialise with an MDS, or explore non-clinical roles like public health or research, aligning your career with your values can lead to lasting satisfaction and success.
Jobs and Career Progression
Clinical Gaps: 5 Proven Ways to Justify Career Breaks in NHS
Clinical gaps are common—but explaining them well can make or break your NHS application. This guide shows you how to justify them clearly on TRAC Jobs.
Working in the NHS
Write Perfect Discharge Letters: NHS Step-by-Step Guide
Struggling with discharge letters as a junior doctor? This NHS-focused guide breaks down everything — with templates and real examples.
Working in the NHS
A Doctor’s Guide to Financial Security in the NHS
Facing rising costs and shrinking savings? This practical financial guide for UK medics covers budgeting, ISAs, NHS pensions, and long-term planning strategies.