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On Saturday 31st of July, get ready to see what medical leadership is all about. With four keynote speakers, a panel discussion and a stimulating workshop, you will leave feeling inspired. The seminar will give you the opportunity to broaden your understanding of leadership in medicine, health and research, and provide you with skills in leadership and beyond!

Hear from fantastic keynote speakers, including:

• Professor Nicholas Talley, acclaimed author, gastroenterologist and Pro-Vice Chancellor of Health at Newcastle
• Dr Luciano Dalla Pozza, head of Paediatric Oncology at Westmead Children’s Hospital
• Dr Martin Van Der Weyden, editor of the Medical Journal of Australia

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Is your child’s Teddy in need of their regular check-up?
On Saturday the 14th of August students studying Medicine at the University of Newcastle in conjunction with John Hunter Children’s Hospital will be operating a hospital for Teddy Bears. Between 10am and 3pm children are encouraged to bring their favourite soft toy along to Civic Park Newcastle to be checked by the Teddy Doctors, receive any necessary medical treatment (tickles, cuddles, bandages, stitches) and receive their very own medical record.

This FREE event promises great entertainment for families with a fully functional tent hospital suitable for children of all ages. This new community initiative is aimed at improving the interaction between doctors and children. Students hope to reduce some of the fear experienced by children when visiting the doctor by providing a relaxed, fun and positive medical experience. All teddy bears are welcome- none too big, too playful, too ticklish. For more information see www.unms.org.au or contact the University of Newcastle Medical society [Lulu Ma on O421772290]

When: Saturday, 14th of August
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Where: Civic Park Newcastle
Cost: Free

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There have been changes to the Health Insurance Act (essentially Medicare). Kiwis who are studying Med in Australia will no longer be considered international students and subjected to the 10 year moratorium after graduating. The same also goes for students who are Permanent Residents Read the rest of this entry »

You are invited to the Pirates and Ninjas UNMS MasterToSir/ MedLady Pubcrawl!!!! On this Weds 14th of April!!

They will be $100 worth in prizes for the best dressed MasterToSir and MedLady, but to win prizes you must be at your first designated pub. Dont be lame and not go as anything. Read the rest of this entry »