Ever wondered what it’s really like to study dentistry abroad?
How different is it to train in Bulgaria, Slovakia, or Valencia compared to the UK?
And what happens when it’s time to come back home — can you easily register with the GDC and start practicing?
Dr. Hugo Medd joins Jaz for an honest and insightful conversation about taking the path less traveled — studying dentistry in Bulgaria after not securing a UK dental school place.
They dive into the realities of living and learning abroad, including language barriers, different teaching styles, and how much clinical experience international students actually get. Hugo also shares how he navigated GDC registration, what it’s like finding work after graduation, and why he has no regrets about choosing this unconventional route.
Highlight of this episode:
00:00 TEASER
01:21 Introduction
02:49 Meet Dr. Hugo Medd: A Journey to Bulgaria
06:09 Financial Considerations and Support Systems
09:56 Why Bulgaria? DMD vs BDS explained
13:13 Language Barriers and Communication Skill
17:47 Tuition Fees, Cost of Living, and Financial Realities
20:47 Navigating Post-Graduation and GDC Registration
23:23 Accredited EU Universities and Recognition Rules
25:09 Social Life, Culture, and Student Experience
28:14 Midroll
34:47 Differences in Teaching Styles Abroad
40:54 Navigating the UK Dental Job Market
43:03 Advice for New Graduates
50:24 Pursuing a Master’s in Oral Surgery
54:45 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
57:11 OUTRO
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