Houseman

usgb/ˈhaʊsmən/
noun

In the UK, a doctor who has finished medical school but is in their first year of additional training in a hospital.

She applied for the houseman post at a local hospital.
Visual representation of "houseman" - In the UK, a doctor who has finished medical school but is in their first year of additional training in a hospital

Often appears as...

  • houseman post
  • become a houseman

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Academic

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Medicine Transition

Refers specifically to new doctors transitioning from medical school into practical hospital work.

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After graduation, he quickly moved into a houseman role.
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UK Healthcare

Used within the UK healthcare system, may not be understood internationally in medical contexts.

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In the UK, she worked hard to become a houseman.
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Professional Rank

Indicates a low rank in hospital hierarchy, directly supervised by more senior doctors.

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The consultant assigned the houseman several cases for review.
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