Make Me A Medic Day

Over 70 pupils from IPS, St Cecilia’s, Orleans Park, Richmond Park Academy, Christs and the Kingston Academy came to IPS on Thursday 29 September to take part in a Make Me a Medic Day.

After a brief introduction into the logistics for the afternoon and a presentation about the varied roles within a multi-disciplinary team, such as Radiography, Physio, Occupation Therapy, the pupils set of to take part in 4 sessions.

The first session was Medical Ethics, hosted by a Consultant in Palliative Care at the Chelsea and Westminster. Ms Braithwaite in LVI commented after the session “It was really thought provoking and really challenged our own prejudice about right and wrong”. There was also a Q&A with a panel of 5 doctors, ranging from a GP, Registrar to Consultants. Alex, in S11 reflected on the session by stating “I could not believe how varied their careers were and that the pathways were so different. I didn’t know I could train abroad so easily”.

There was also a session on Personal Statements as well as a series of Mock Medical Interview questions led by 8 teachers from the participating schools. These questions ranged from Biological to questions exemplifying teamwork and collaboration.

It was a hugely productive afternoon where much was learnt. Feedback was really positive by all involved at IPS look forward to hosting again, next