In 2013 I went to visit a friend studying medicine in Poznan, Poland. We had previously studied Biomedical Science together in the UK and...

I still find it hard to believe that I managed to get a place to study Medicine at the University of Oxford – with it being the number...

This week we talk to Dr Mariam Adegoke about her career so far in general practice! Please tell us a little bit about yourself and your...

The Mind Us Wellbeing Fund is a free mental wellbeing support service for black African and Caribbean doctors and medical students.

Wellbeing is the state of feeling happy, healthy and comfortable. Writing this blog post could not have come at a better time because 11...

I have been studying at Cambridge University for the past 2 and a half years, though half of it has been through remote learning!...

On 6th March 2021, Melanin Medics and the University of Birmingham’s African and Caribbean Medics Society (ACMS) hosted the 3rd annual...

As I write this, I can honestly say that trying to maintain a work life balance is not easy. It requires effort and planning. But it does...

For a lot of us, university is the first time that we fully manage our own money. This can be a daunting and overwhelming experience for...

Being a doctor is definitely not an easy task. But often at times, I sit back and think about how lucky I am to be in this profession....

The Wellbeing Fund – What Is It & Why Is It Important? The Mind Us Project has recognised the mental ramifications and highly...

Without a doubt, the past year has been a challenging one, and will go down in history. It has been a difficult time for people of all...

Monday Monday – here’s hoping to a great start to the week! After grabbing my trusty golden syrup porridge and a strong cup of coffee I’m...

The Mind Us Project The Mind us Project is a 12-month development programme for Black African and Caribbean final year medical students,...

WEDNESDAY It is the middle of the week, and things are in full swing on the ward. I am currently working as an SHO doctor on a general...

Dear FY1s/Final Year Medical Students, Firstly congratulations on your graduation from medical school! Or if you're a final year...

MONDAY... My Monday started off a little differently this week. Normally, on Mondays in this academic year, I’d have online lectures...

Shortlisted Essay - 2020: A year of reflection, resilience and reform On 25th May 2020, the video of George Floyd’s killing drew fresh...

As we celebrate Black History Month, Melanin Medics have had the privilege of interviewing some great individuals doing amazing things...

During Black History Month, Melanin Medics have had the privilege of interviewing influential individuals who are doing extraordinary...