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Inspiration in a difficult environment
02 September 2010

mains-malawi-web1In autumn 2009, Edward Mains flew to Malawi for a 12-week elective with the help of an RCSEd student bursary

Having never visited sub-Saharan Africa before, I wanted to find out if the generally negative popular perception of healthcare in the region reflected the reality, whilst gaining exposure to surgical and medical presentations in a novel context.

 
Trauma central
11 January 2011

hospital sign no guns-webOliver Fuge visits South Africa to work at one of the world’s most renowned trauma units

Groote Schuur Hospital’s trauma unit treats over 1200 patients a month with an array of problems ranging from minor to severe, complicated injuries. This is where I decided to spend my elective in May 2010.

 
Representation restructured
01 October 2010

The way in which surgical trainees input into the decision making processes of the College is evolving. Although this has raised concerns amongst some, it also offers the potential to improve the overall quality of trainee representation, so writes Paul Brennan

 
Put to the test
02 September 2010

When Foundation Year 2 trainee Graeme Nicol came on the scene of a road traffic accident he was able to provide vital treatment for an injured motorcyclist.

 
Made to match
10 January 2011

It’s never too early to start planning for entry into a surgical specialty, writes Jamie Nicholson

 
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