Archive for July, 2010

———- UPDATE – Event now starting at 9:30 ———-

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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The International Federation of Medical Students’ Association General Assembly is going to be held in Montreal Canada from 31 July to 6 August 2010. Applications are now open. The IFMSA is the largest medical student organisation in the world, which provides amazing opportunites to meet other medical students and gain a new perspective on global issues.If you’re interested check out the attached document calling for applications.

http://ghc2010.amsa.org.au/home/

Hosted by the Australian Medical Student’s Association (AMSA), The Global Health Conference responds to a growing demand for focus on topics effecting human-kind on a global scale. From an inaugural cohort of 200 students in Sydney in 2005, the event has almost doubled in size!

During the conference delegates will learn about global health issues from internationally renowned keynote speakers.  You will be inspired by the work that is being done all over the world by specialists in their field, and be empowered with practical skills to help bring about real change through interactive workshops. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s Coming…  - will you answer the call?

http://convention2010.amsa.org.au/

From the 4rd to 11th of July this year Hobart will be infected. Infected with something much stronger and virulent than any bacteria, virus, fungus or genetically inbred disease. Convention will take hold of Hobart. 800 medical students will engulf this city for a week that will blow their minds… Read the rest of this entry »