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Philosophy although the application and interview process for junior doctors seems to be in constant flux the consultant interview remains a fixed point and the potential pinnacle of a doctors career meticulous preparations by the prospective interviewee are essential this article will hopefully provide you with useful guidance and pointers. Consultant interviews can be daunting but preparation is the key to success abi rimmer hears youre joining a family julie ann maney a consultant in paediatric emergency medicine in belfast says this interview is the culmination of years of training. As a female medical manager with formal recruitment training i suspect i have spent more time on interview panels than on meal breaks during my consultant career i have interviewed junior and senior doctors across most specialties although predominantly in my own discipline emergency medicine. Interview phase timings interview usually lasts 45 60 mins including 10 mins for presentation arrive 30 mins early interview starts in pre visit dont drink anything just before interview chewing gum if subtle useful for nerves but get rid before called in