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My name is Tenisha Anne Thomas and I am a 4th year medical student from RCSI-UCD Malaysia Campus. My elective placement took place at Malindi Subcounty Hospital, Kenya last year. (more…)
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I’ve often heard some of my colleagues say that they did volunteer work before starting medical school as it appeared to be an ‘unofficial’ requirement for many medical school applications. (more…)
Ola is a medical student at The Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI).
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As an international student, living abroad can be relatively expensive and so learning ways to manage your situation is key to staying on top of things money-wise. You’re already paying a killin’ in the name of tuition and accommodation fees, so why not save on the other things you actually have full control over? (more…)
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Happy New Year (again) everyone! No doubt most if not all of you are already back in college like me. Starting a new college term can be as refreshing as it is overwhelming but here are 7 proven ways to set you up for success in this new academic term. (more…)
Ola is a medical student at The Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI).
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Happy new year! and welcome to 2020 😀
Looking back, we can say 2019 was a good year for the blog. We published a good number of insightful, high-quality articles for you, all curated by delectable authors in the medical field and beyond.
Keep on reading to find out what articles were read the most last year and why. Don’t miss out! (more…)
Dr. Wendy Evans-Uhegbu is a graduate of The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, with experience in Connected Health, Medical Technology, Clinical Research, Medical Education, Medical Communications, and Web Design/Development. She is a part of the Medics Abroad team with the role of Chief Communications Officer. She is also a Medical Writer at 3D4 Medical and runs a Medical Communications and Children’s books company (ODR Integrated Services/ ODR Books). She is the author of the newly published children’s book series “The Things Around Me”.
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As the year comes to an end, many of us will be looking forward to stuffing our faces with turkey, spending time with family and loved ones, or simply taking some time off work and college. What many people will be talking about soon enough are New Year Resolutions. (more…)
Ola is a medical student at The Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI).
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One thing I always looked forward to in medical school in Dublin was the Christmas breaks. It was always short and sweet and came with a vibe that was different from the summer and spring breaks. It had a “zero responsibility” (more…)
Dr. Wendy Evans-Uhegbu is a graduate of The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, with experience in Connected Health, Medical Technology, Clinical Research, Medical Education, Medical Communications, and Web Design/Development. She is a part of the Medics Abroad team with the role of Chief Communications Officer. She is also a Medical Writer at 3D4 Medical and runs a Medical Communications and Children’s books company (ODR Integrated Services/ ODR Books). She is the author of the newly published children’s book series “The Things Around Me”.
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We all know that college can get busy and stressful, but finding ways to get away from schoolwork is important for your mental health and to de-stress. Your college days are also important for personal growth, and discovering who you are, what you like or dislike, what you stand for… etc. Some people encounter life-changing experiences, and meet life long friends etc. Here are some simple things that you can do or participate in during your time in college that can help you step out of your comfort zone, so you can make the best out of the experience:
Here are a few ways to move beyond that and ensure your college experience is the best.
(more…)Dianabasi is a Medical Writer at Medics Abroad and a medical student at Trinity College Dublin. She is passionate about volunteering and activism.
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Guess what? MEDICS ABROAD IS TWO YEARS OLD! TWO YEARS OLD!!!
Speaking for every member of the team, I can honestly say it has been an exciting journey for us so far. It hasn’t always been rosy but thankfully we’ve made it through the many challenges that we have encountered. We’ve learned so much, we’ve changed somewhat (more…)
Dr. Wendy Evans-Uhegbu is a graduate of The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, with experience in Connected Health, Medical Technology, Clinical Research, Medical Education, Medical Communications, and Web Design/Development. She is a part of the Medics Abroad team with the role of Chief Communications Officer. She is also a Medical Writer at 3D4 Medical and runs a Medical Communications and Children’s books company (ODR Integrated Services/ ODR Books). She is the author of the newly published children’s book series “The Things Around Me”.
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If you recently received an offer for Med/Nursing School, congratulations on choosing such an intense and continuously advancing career! Although your studies in Medical/Nursing school can be quite heavy at times, your years at the university will surely be enjoyable.
(more…)Ola is a medical student at The Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI).