British International Doctors Association
@bidauk.bsky.social
BIDA aims to support, train and acknowledge the wonderful work of Britain’s international doctors and dentists. We also promote understanding, tolerance, equity and fairness – join us, today. Website https://bida-online.com/
Our latest #blog calls for the establishment of more specialist primary care clinics, rather than expensive A&E visits – go to bida-online.com/blogs
December 15, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Our latest #blog calls for the establishment of more specialist primary care clinics, rather than expensive A&E visits – go to bida-online.com/blogs
Are primary care clinics similar to those we have for PAD and diabetes the way forward in cutting costs and more importantly, better treatment for patients? Find out more in our #blog published on Monday bida-online.com
December 12, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Are primary care clinics similar to those we have for PAD and diabetes the way forward in cutting costs and more importantly, better treatment for patients? Find out more in our #blog published on Monday bida-online.com
BIDA’s membership of many cultures and faiths means that those not celebrating Christmas will no doubt be working over the holidays. There will also be those from Christian countries supporting too – our thanks to all of them!
December 11, 2025 at 11:54 AM
BIDA’s membership of many cultures and faiths means that those not celebrating Christmas will no doubt be working over the holidays. There will also be those from Christian countries supporting too – our thanks to all of them!
BIDA’s members are at the heart of many issues, prompting change on everything from racism at work to better understanding statin intolerance. Join with us by visiting bida-online.com
December 10, 2025 at 10:08 AM
BIDA’s members are at the heart of many issues, prompting change on everything from racism at work to better understanding statin intolerance. Join with us by visiting bida-online.com
Our members call for one-stop-clinics to treat #endometriosis. Far from being costly, these would reduce the vast spend on A&E and GP visits endometriosisawarenessnorth.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Our members call for one-stop-clinics to treat #endometriosis. Far from being costly, these would reduce the vast spend on A&E and GP visits endometriosisawarenessnorth.com
Today, we’re asking doctors and patients for their medical memories of 1975. No computers, being called to the GP by intercom? And perhaps your first experience with an international doctor? Drop us a line…
November 28, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Today, we’re asking doctors and patients for their medical memories of 1975. No computers, being called to the GP by intercom? And perhaps your first experience with an international doctor? Drop us a line…
Formed from our ranks and often supported (largely in their own time) by our members, how lovely to see the Endometriosis Awareness North charity celebrated in the media - www.rochdaletimes.co.uk/rochdale-end...
November 27, 2025 at 6:44 AM
Formed from our ranks and often supported (largely in their own time) by our members, how lovely to see the Endometriosis Awareness North charity celebrated in the media - www.rochdaletimes.co.uk/rochdale-end...
Nos vemos de nuevo Mexico! We have now returned from our 16th International Science Conference, where #endometriosis was one of the topics. More details coming soon here, and in our next BIDA Journal
November 25, 2025 at 6:23 AM
Nos vemos de nuevo Mexico! We have now returned from our 16th International Science Conference, where #endometriosis was one of the topics. More details coming soon here, and in our next BIDA Journal
Alarming and extremely sad. A large increase in international doctors leaving the UK risks creating huge holes in our healthcare, warn the @gmcuk.bsky.social tinyurl.com/4pzaye2s
November 24, 2025 at 9:24 AM
Alarming and extremely sad. A large increase in international doctors leaving the UK risks creating huge holes in our healthcare, warn the @gmcuk.bsky.social tinyurl.com/4pzaye2s
The Asian Leader has just carried an article from our women’s healthcare forum chair Dr Sharma celebrating the Pink Chai drive. This was the UK’s first-ever breast cancer campaign aimed at South Asian women (see picture).
November 21, 2025 at 6:35 AM
The Asian Leader has just carried an article from our women’s healthcare forum chair Dr Sharma celebrating the Pink Chai drive. This was the UK’s first-ever breast cancer campaign aimed at South Asian women (see picture).
Wonderful to see governments united in promoting HPV vaccinations, reducing treatment inequalities, and promising a commitment to screening, on World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day!
November 20, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Wonderful to see governments united in promoting HPV vaccinations, reducing treatment inequalities, and promising a commitment to screening, on World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day!
Members of our team will join MPs and the leaders of charities @endometriosisuk.bsky.social and Dr Anita Sharma at a special December 6 event on raising awareness of the condition. Please give your support and learn more at: endometriosisawarenessnorth.com/upcoming-eve...
November 19, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Members of our team will join MPs and the leaders of charities @endometriosisuk.bsky.social and Dr Anita Sharma at a special December 6 event on raising awareness of the condition. Please give your support and learn more at: endometriosisawarenessnorth.com/upcoming-eve...
The sometimes-troubled process of discharging a patient from hospital back into their community, was one of the liveliest discussions at our latest conference. What is your experience, medics – and patients?
November 18, 2025 at 6:49 AM
The sometimes-troubled process of discharging a patient from hospital back into their community, was one of the liveliest discussions at our latest conference. What is your experience, medics – and patients?
From #Endometriosis Awareness North to #Homeless Friendly, our membership is involved in the charities that are the lifeblood of health and social care in Britain. Thank you to them – and all those who support their good causes!
November 17, 2025 at 8:14 AM
From #Endometriosis Awareness North to #Homeless Friendly, our membership is involved in the charities that are the lifeblood of health and social care in Britain. Thank you to them – and all those who support their good causes!
On the eve of our International Conference in Cancun #Mexico, a reminder of the calibre of speaker who informed and delighted our recent British event. They included the @gmcuk.bsky.social who asked, “are we overthinking it?” bida-online.com/past-confere...
November 14, 2025 at 6:48 AM
On the eve of our International Conference in Cancun #Mexico, a reminder of the calibre of speaker who informed and delighted our recent British event. They included the @gmcuk.bsky.social who asked, “are we overthinking it?” bida-online.com/past-confere...
During this #antibullyingweek our thoughts rightly turn to children who are being harassed. But the problem also exists in the workplace – and sadly, also the NHS. And that includes racist behaviour. Join us to combat this. Visit bida-online.com
November 12, 2025 at 10:13 AM
During this #antibullyingweek our thoughts rightly turn to children who are being harassed. But the problem also exists in the workplace – and sadly, also the NHS. And that includes racist behaviour. Join us to combat this. Visit bida-online.com
Our 16th BIDA International Science Conference will be hosted soon in Mexico. The South American country is becoming a hub for global medical gatherings with everything from urology to Alzheimer’s events also running this month! bida-online.com/forthcoming-...
November 10, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Our 16th BIDA International Science Conference will be hosted soon in Mexico. The South American country is becoming a hub for global medical gatherings with everything from urology to Alzheimer’s events also running this month! bida-online.com/forthcoming-...
Our members are busily composing pieces for the next BIDA Journal. Past editions covered everything from perfect hospitals for patients to the medicinal value of honey! For more, visit bida-online.com/bida-journal
November 7, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Our members are busily composing pieces for the next BIDA Journal. Past editions covered everything from perfect hospitals for patients to the medicinal value of honey! For more, visit bida-online.com/bida-journal
Our women’s healthcare chair will share a podium with heroic #endometriosis warrior Lucy, and MP Elsie Blundell on Dec 6. Political advocacy is we believe, so important, regardless of persuasion. Learn more about the event at bida-online.com/forthcoming-...
November 5, 2025 at 7:28 AM
Our women’s healthcare chair will share a podium with heroic #endometriosis warrior Lucy, and MP Elsie Blundell on Dec 6. Political advocacy is we believe, so important, regardless of persuasion. Learn more about the event at bida-online.com/forthcoming-...
Sales of a book by our Women’s Healthcare Forum Chair Dr Sharma have boosted the University of Manchester’s bid to find better treatment for #endometriosis. Endometriosis in Primary Care is available from all good online sites! tinyurl.com/bdd9aymd
November 4, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Sales of a book by our Women’s Healthcare Forum Chair Dr Sharma have boosted the University of Manchester’s bid to find better treatment for #endometriosis. Endometriosis in Primary Care is available from all good online sites! tinyurl.com/bdd9aymd
Advocating for patients in busy and emotional hospital conditions can be tough! That’s why BIDA members are organising a conference where this conundrum is one of the main topics – visit bida-online.com/forthcoming-...
October 31, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Advocating for patients in busy and emotional hospital conditions can be tough! That’s why BIDA members are organising a conference where this conundrum is one of the main topics – visit bida-online.com/forthcoming-...
Bureaucracy debunked! A longer-term programme to ensure better access to GPs, emergency dental care and a culture of advice and guidance is to be launched by Government. What’s your view? www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breakin...
October 29, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Bureaucracy debunked! A longer-term programme to ensure better access to GPs, emergency dental care and a culture of advice and guidance is to be launched by Government. What’s your view? www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/breakin...
BIDA stands against all racism and therefore applauds the PM’s attempts to tackle #antisemitism within the NHS. Learn more at tinyurl.com/32k2etd5
October 28, 2025 at 8:31 AM
BIDA stands against all racism and therefore applauds the PM’s attempts to tackle #antisemitism within the NHS. Learn more at tinyurl.com/32k2etd5
BIDA was thanked from the podium in #Oldham for its involvement in the UK’s first breast cancer campaign for South Asian women – see www.upturn.org.uk/en/blog/2025...
October 24, 2025 at 7:13 AM
BIDA was thanked from the podium in #Oldham for its involvement in the UK’s first breast cancer campaign for South Asian women – see www.upturn.org.uk/en/blog/2025...