PotMed has shown me the power of access, opportunity, and community — and I’m ready to help take that even further. From volunteering last year, I saw how a single event can open doors for students who may have thought medicine was out of reach. This experience motivated me to get involved to help deliver that same level of support and work alongside a team committed to making a real difference. As a for ...
My first introduction to Muslim Medics came when I attended PotMed in Year 12. Coming from an underrepresented background and a sixth form that had few medicine applicants, I felt that applying to study medicine was an impossible and overwhelming task. Attending PotMed - where I was exposed to practice MMI circuits, ethics workshops and UCAT guidance - gave me a sense of belonging at Imperial and played a massive rol ...
Muslim Medics supported me so much during my first year; it truly felt like a community that cared. From the kindness of the committee to the genuine sense of belonging, I’ve wanted to give back ever since. The values Muslim Medics stands for; compassion, service, and support deeply align with my own. Joining the society would give me an opportunity to work more on these values and be there for others while bui ...
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I have chosen to apply for PotMed intensive lead because not only do I feel very passionate about improving the accessibility of medicine, but also because I know just how incredibly rewarding and impactful this role can be. Having volunteered to be an interviewer for intensives 5 and 6, I was able to get a taste for how meaningful it felt to support the applicants both in person and online. I really appreciate the h ...
Attending various Muslim Medic events has genuinely brightened my university experience, offering not just inspiration and advice but a sense of belonging, which is why I want to give back by helping others access similar opportunities, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds.As someone who received limited support during my own application process (due to a lack of medical applicants at my base school and ...
As a current medical student, I understand how overwhelming and competitive the application process can be. I’m applying to be a Lead for Potmed Intensive because I believe in the power of preparation, accessibility, and personalised guidance—especially for students who may not otherwise have access to the resources they need. If appointed, I would expand Potmed’s reach by initiating outreach to sc ...