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I had a discussion with a friend the other day about my first year of medicine here in Newcastle and her first year of law at a fairly prestigious law school. It came down to a teaching philosophy of sink or swim – somewhat ironic considering I work as a learn-to-swim teacher. She felt that she had, in her standard style degree, barely kept afloat all year and was in no way a better swimmer (ie a better law student) than 12 months ago. At this point I became acutely aware of my gratitude to the Newcastle way, to PBL, to UPs, to MedSoc and to the whole experience that is BMed. Read the rest of this entry »

Before medicine, my passion was Biology. I studied biology at high school then at the ANU before coming to Newcastle, and found myself fascinated by amazing stories of how creatures adapt and survive in the wild. I love my animals, and I love my animal analogies. Some may be familiar with my ‘South American Gerbils’ from the Great Debate, whose entire male population basically copulate themselves to death during mating season (a true story by the way).

So it was no surprise that when I was told the Wildebeest Analogy by an older and wiser third year medical student, as I expressed my deep and unfamiliar fear of failure, that it stuck. Some may have heard this story already, and I make no claim to have thought of it myself. However as you head into life in med and series upon series of those terrifying med exams, I thought it was fitting to share this short but reassuring bit of wisdom with all. Read the rest of this entry »

Students wishing to pay for O-camp please note that due to a printing error some of the 1st-year hand-outs may list incorrect MedSoc bank account details. Any transfers made to the incorrect account will be rejected by the bank. The correct details are as follows, apologies for any inconvenience. – MedSoc Treasurer Read the rest of this entry »

Is your child’s Teddy in need of their regular check-up?
On Saturday the 4th of April 3rd Year medical students 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, live teddy bear characters, face-painting and plenty of games 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 mor info, or have some little ones that may like to attend?…send us an email.

Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Where: Civic Park Newcastle
Cost: Free