On Wednesday March 13th 2024, aspiring clinicians from Years 10 to 13 across 130 schools internationally joined our student-led Medical Conference. Organised and hosted by a group of ambitious Year 12 students, this conference aimed to provide comprehensive information and guidance to those considering a career in Medicine, Veterinary Medicine or Dentistry.
Insights from a Cardiac Consultant
The conference commenced with a keynote address by Dr. Elizabeth Orchard, a Cardiac Consultant renowned for her expertise in Acute Congenital Heart Defects. Her insights laid a solid foundation for the day’s discussions, setting the stage for deeper explorations into clinical careers.
Exploring Career Pathways: From Medicine to Dentistry
Attendees delved into various disciplines through presentations and Q&A sessions. Consultants from diverse specialties shared insights into career pathways, interview preparation and firsthand experiences from current medical students.
Medic Mind, a revision platform run by medical students for aspiring medical students, discussed aspects of the medical school application and preparing for the UCAT exams. Attendees gained insights into strategic university choices and interview success strategies.
Inspirational Insights
A highlight of the conference was the Medical Student Panel, where current medical students shared candid insights into the application process and life as a medical student. Included on the panel were Oxford High School Alumnae Dr. Shirley Yick and Dr. Hannah Al Yousuf, two accomplished physicians who shared their remarkable journeys, offering inspiring insights into their journey from OHS to successful medical careers. Their experiences provided invaluable perspective for aspiring clinicians.
