The British Medical Association notes that the label "junior doctor" misrepresents the capability and experience of over 50,000 qualified professionals in the NHS.
Dr Lily Huang emphasizes that she finds the term "junior" misleading, stating it often gives the impression of being in medical school rather than a qualified practitioner.
The shift to "resident doctor" is seen as a move to enhance the professional identity of doctors within the NHS, helping align public perception with their expertise.
Health ministers have recognized the need to improve relations between NHS doctors and the government, which the new label 'resident doctor' seeks to support.
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