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“This isn’t what I signed up for” - Falling out of love with Medicine?
The last year has been a whirlwind. I have questioned many things. The state and sustainability of the NHS. The role of doctors. My...
Feb 12, 20234 min read
Innovative Contributions to Medicine: Dr Patrice Baptiste - BHM Edition
As we celebrate Black History Month, Melanin Medics have had the privilege of interviewing some great individuals doing amazing things...
Nov 2, 20205 min read
Innovative Contributions to Medicine: Dr Kaylita Chantiluke - BHM Edition
During Black History Month, Melanin Medics have had the privilege of interviewing influential individuals who are doing extraordinary...
Oct 25, 20206 min read
Innovative Contributions to Medicine: Olamide Dada - BHM Edition
As we celebrate Black History Month, Melanin Medics has had the privilege of interviewing influential individuals who are doing...
Oct 18, 20205 min read
Innovative Contributions to Medicine: Dr Annabel Sowemimo - BHM Edition
As we celebrate Black History Month, Melanin Medics have been lucky enough to interview several exceptional individuals who are doing...
Oct 13, 20206 min read
Innovative Contributions to Medicine: Malone Mukwende - BHM Edition
As we celebrate Black History Month, Melanin Medics have the privilege of interviewing some great individuals doing amazing things for...
Oct 4, 20205 min read
A Guide to FPAS
The Foundation Programme Application System, or FPAS, is the process in which medical school graduates apply for their Foundation jobs
Aug 30, 20206 min read
Survive & Thrive As An F1 Doctor
Whatever your circumstances & prior experience, starting F1 can be daunting. It would be impossible for me to try to teach you everything.
Aug 4, 202010 min read
Didn't get a place for Medicine in the UK? A demystified guide to studying medicine in Europe
Medconnect Europe is an agency comprised of students and Doctors who’ve graduated from Bulgaria that provides free, impartial and...
Jun 9, 20193 min read
A Career in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
The Melanin Medics Blog Series showcasing black Medical Professionals in various Medical Specialties. Sharing their journeys, challenges...
May 26, 20193 min read
A Career in Gastroenterology
The Melanin Medics Blog Series showcasing black Medical Professionals in various Medical Specialties. Sharing their journeys, challenges...
May 19, 20195 min read
A Career in Dentistry
The Melanin Medics Blog Series showcasing black Medical Professionals in various Medical Specialties. Sharing their journeys, challenges...
Mar 24, 20192 min read
My life as a GP Registrar working in London
By Dr Matilda Esan “I would like to speak to a Doctor not a GP!” - this is one of my favourite quotes, from a recent conversation I had...
Dec 2, 20182 min read
Top 5 Benefits of Speed Reading
What is Speed Reading? Speed reading can be best defined as the process of quickly identifying and understanding as well as retaining...
Oct 15, 20184 min read
MY MEDICAL SCHOOL EXPERIENCE: CANADA TO THE UK
Studying medicine in the United Kingdom is no easy feat. Studying medicine in the UK as an international student from Canada can be even...
Sep 26, 20184 min read
BMAT: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW!
Whenever I think back to applying to Medical School, I am always blown away by how much is demanded of you. As well as trying to keep on...
Sep 26, 20185 min read
STUDYING MEDICINE WITH A FOUNDATION YEAR
Hello! I’m currently a 4th medical year student, and my course included a foundation year, so essentially the complete duration of my...
Sep 26, 20186 min read
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