The Association of Irish Pakistani Physicians & Surgeons (AIPPS Ireland) is hosting an important live webinar for doctors who want to better understand alternative routes to Paediatrics specialist registration and training in Ireland. The session will take place on Sunday, 30 August 2026 at 2:00 PM Dublin time and will be available live on Zoom, with additional livestreaming through the AIPPS YouTube and Facebook channels.
Part of the AIPPS Academia Series, this educational webinar is designed for doctors interested in paediatrics, particularly those exploring an alternative pathway towards specialist recognition in Ireland. The session will provide practical information about Irish Medical Council requirements, relevant clinical rotations, career planning and the steps doctors may need to consider when working towards specialist registration.
Understanding the Alternative Paediatrics Pathway
For many international doctors, navigating postgraduate training in Ireland can initially appear complicated. Doctors may be familiar with formal training schemes but may have less information about alternative pathways that could contribute towards their professional development and specialist registration.
This paediatrics webinar aims to provide greater clarity around these options. The discussion will focus on how doctors can plan appropriate rotations, understand the requirements associated with specialist registration and make informed decisions about their paediatric careers in Ireland.
Rather than simply discussing theory, the webinar will provide practical guidance based on experience within the Irish healthcare system. It is particularly relevant for doctors already working in paediatric posts, doctors considering moving to Ireland, and those who want to understand how their clinical experience may contribute to their longer-term career goals.
Expert Guidance on Paediatrics and Training in Ireland
The main speaker for the webinar will be Dr Ehtasham Yousaf, Consultant Paediatrician, Vice President of AIPPS and Dr Javaid Saeed, Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine. They will discuss the alternative pathway in paediatrics and provide practical insights into navigating professional progression and specialist registration.
The session will be moderated by:
- Dr Farkhanda Qaiser, SpR Neurology, (HST RCPI)
- Dr Dawer Rizwan, NCHD Paediatrics, ( MRH Portlaoise)
Together, the speakers and moderators bring experience from different levels of medical practice and training in Ireland, allowing the webinar to address the questions and concerns of doctors at different stages of their careers.
Participants can expect discussion around clinical rotations, professional development, Irish Medical Council requirements and the importance of planning a structured pathway towards specialist recognition.
Who Should Attend This Paediatrics Webinar?
The webinar will be particularly useful for doctors who are:
- Currently working in paediatrics in Ireland
- Considering paediatric training in Ireland
- Exploring alternative routes towards specialist registration
- Planning future clinical rotations
- Seeking greater understanding of IMC requirements
- International medical graduates interested in developing a paediatric career in Ireland
The aim is to help participants gain a clearer understanding of the available pathways and identify areas that may require further preparation or career planning.
Join the AIPPS Live Webinar
The Paediatrics Alternative Pathway in Ireland webinar will take place on:
Date: Sunday, 30 August 2026
Time: 2:00 PM Dublin Time
Platform: Zoom
Topic: AIPPS Ireland’s Webinar on Paediatrics Alternative Pathway in Ireland
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84892376204?pwd=aRxRSakxcQfz3LHRf6gSZ0iveEk3Su.1
Meeting ID: 848 9237 6204
Passcode: 8hhzS3
Meeting Chat:
https://us06web.zoom.us/launch/jc/84892376204
For those unable to join through Zoom, the webinar will also be livestreamed on the AIPPS YouTube and Facebook channels.
Supporting Doctors Through the AIPPS Academia Series
The AIPPS Academia Series is an educational initiative developed to provide healthcare professionals with practical information about career development, postgraduate education and training in Ireland. Through webinars and professional discussions, AIPPS aims to make useful career information more accessible to doctors navigating the Irish healthcare system.
This upcoming paediatrics webinar continues that commitment by focusing on an area where doctors frequently need clear, experience-based guidance. Understanding specialist registration pathways, selecting appropriate rotations and planning a long-term career can make a significant difference to professional progression.
Doctors interested in paediatrics and training in Ireland are encouraged to join the live session on 30 August at 2:00 PM and benefit from the experience and guidance of clinicians familiar with the Irish medical system.
