MEDSOC

This year we have had a variety of different talks and workshops presented, all directed towards the questions of what Medicine is about and why should you choose it. A highlight of these events was the talk by OR Will Balderston, who talked about his journey to Graduate Medicine and offered insight into a different pathway to studying Medicine at university. Recently, another OR, Matthew Rhodes, led a Problem-Based Learning workshop: he gave a short lecture and an opportunity for us to dissect and understand medical cases, along with the medical terminology associated with them. He gave us an essential understanding of what it is like to be a medical student in the UK - the good and the bad. OR Evie Lownds also provided a wonderful and honest insight into her studies of medicine at Peninsula Medical School, and it was brilliant to hear about how to manage time, study and other pursuits.

Additionally, members of the University of Grenada offered us an insight into studying and practising medicine abroad, the differences between the US and UK medical systems, and how our options are not just limited to staying in the UK. Sixth Formers who are a part of this society have had the chance to become Mealtime Volunteers at Royal Derby Hospital, volunteering on a weekly basis whilst being immersed into communities beyond Repton. A large number have also had competed a Hospital Experience Programme at Royal Derby Hospital, in which they observe surgery and the day-to-day lives of different healthcare professionals, furthering their understanding of Medicine and the skills required of those who practise it.

Esther A-A (U6F)

Christina M (U6G)

Secretaries of MedSoc 2022

– 2023