RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Consultant survival guide JF Clinical Medicine JO Clin Med FD Royal College of Physicians SP 176 OP 177 DO 10.7861/clinmedicine.14-2-176 VO 14 IS 2 A1 Sahena Haque YR 2014 UL http://www.rcpjournals.org/content/14/2/176.abstract AB Taking up a new consultant post can be both exciting and daunting. Once the elation of completing years of training and successfully securing a valued position has subsided, the reality of the task ahead becomes apparent. A new consultant needs to develop a number of skills to develop as a clinical leader and understand the processes within the National Health Service (NHS) that enable service development and innovation. In a programme packed with esteemed speakers, the Royal College of Physicians’ one-day conference, Consultants’ survival guide: how to succeed as a new consultant provided practical tips and advice for senior trainees and new consultants.