Hi! I’m Alastair (he/they), I’m a 4th year medic and also the president of the LGBTQ+ Medics society. However, in some ways I’m better known as my alter ego Ivy Infusion (takes some people a minute to get the medical …
Tell us about your current job I currently work as an intensive care nurse in the Highlands. I work 1:1 with ventilated patients requiring multiple organ support. This involves giving kind and compassionate care as well as in-depth knowledge to …
Tell us about your current job I am currently working as a MSK advanced practice physiotherapist in the NHS. I see a range of musculoskeletal conditions in an outpatient setting, as well as a mentoring and teaching role for peers …
Hi, I’m Hasan, a Year 6 medical student from Newcastle Upon Tyne. Congratulations on securing your place at the University of Edinburgh. You are about to embark on an exciting journey, one that will be intellectually stimulating, challenging and immensely …
I’m Sioned and I’ve recently begun my fifth (yikes) year of medicine at Edinburgh. I thought it would be fun to bring you all along on a week in my life (while enthusiasm is high) so that you can see …
My name is Hector, and I am a Year 5 student on the programme. At my point in study, first year feels like a lifetime ago, but I distinctly remember why I picked this great place to study medicine. At …
Hi there, my name’s Hector and I am aYear 5 student currently on placement on OBGYN at Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary. This is the busiest block of the year so normally my days have more self-directed learning time but …
Hi, I’m Jemima, a fourth-year medical student from Kent in the South of England. After living in Edinburgh for three years, I feel incredibly lucky to call it my home. It’s the perfect student city, and I’m excited to share …
Hello I’m Phei, I’m currently a 4th year medical student. I grew up in the Borneo part of Malaysia. Starting your journey at Edinburgh Medical School can be both exciting and daunting! Whether you are wondering how to navigate your …
Hi, I’m Ana and I’m a 5th year medical student from Liverpool. For many people, going to university is their first taste of independence. With this comes some new responsibilities, including managing your finances. This can be a big concern …
Hello I’m Phei, I’m currently a 4th year medical student. I grew up in the Borneo part of Malaysia. One of my favourite places and running spots in Edinburgh is the Holyrood Park. As a current student at Edinburgh, I …
I’m Joelle, a 5th year medical student, and am originally from Malaysia. I’m currently on my psychiatry placement at St. John’s Hospital. I hope you are all looking forward to the coming year: it’s going to be an exciting one. …
Hi! I’m Baran, a Year 6 medic who will be graduating in July and moving to England to start work as an FY1 shortly after. It feels strange to say that the last six years have flown by, especially given …
Hello! I’m Marina, currently a Year 6 medic, graduating in July. My medical school journey was one I will remember fondly, with many long-lasting friendships formed along the way and lots of learning acquired through clinical placements and tutors I’ve …
Year 6 student Coco shares her highlights from six years of medical school. Hi! I’m Coco, a final year medical student at the University of Edinburgh. The six years of medical school have gone by faster than I could imagine. …
Year 2 HCP-Med student Mike Potts tells us about his long and winding path towards a career in medicine I am currently a second year HCP-Med student and hope (fingers crossed, touching wood and lucky rabbit’s foot) to be a …
Hear from Year 4 and 5 MBChB students, Ellie and Amy as they delve into the world of planetary health, driven by a shared passion for sustainability. Ellie, and myself, Amy, both have a background interest in planetary health …
We are the Widening Participation Medics Society! We are a society that aims to support widening participation medical students to ensure backgrounds don’t negatively impact on opportunities into and throughout medical education. We hope to provide a safe space for …
Edinburgh University Lifestyle Medicine Society (EULMS) provides opportunities for like-minded individuals to share their passion for all aspects of lifestyle medicine, through education and discussion. What is lifestyle medicine? Lifestyle medicine is a modern medical discipline, based on the …
Year 2 medical student Tom details his experience climbing Arthur’s Seat 276 times in 2023 alone. My name is Tom Cadden, I am a second-year medical student. When I started studying last year, I had to move across to …
