Questions about becoming a doctor

[jellofrice]

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How long does it take to become a surgeon and can you take maternity leave after Foundation stages?

 

[ozzidoc]

2 years foundation training, then specialist training of about 7 years.

http://www.mmc.nhs.uk/pages/home

Mat leave is a statutory right - you can take it any time. Are you asking if you could take a year out between FP and ST? Of course you can. Although you would only get statutory pay for that time, as you wouldn't be an NHS employee. Also remember the implications for your pension.

You'd be better off securing a training place and then getting pregnant etc (I know, these things dont always go to plan).