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Suicide

In our latest episode, Paul Wilkinson, Clinical Dean at the University of Cambridge highlights the importance of mental health and how to approach and support those around us that may be struggling. Paul discusses the devastating effects of suicidal thought processes. With this in mind, some listeners may find this destressing and listen discretion is …

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Libraries

In this episode, we talk with Head of Cambridge University Medical School Library, Isla Kuhn. This podcast gives an insightful view into Isla’s role within the library supporting both students and professionals in the medical world. Isla also discusses the resources and support that the library has to offer.

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Racism in Medical Education

Racism remains a pervasive issue in society, infiltrating most sectors; including education. This article delves into the presence of racism in medical education, shedding light on the challenges faced by minority students, faculty, and staff. As the medical field strives for inclusivity and equality, it is crucial to address the systemic barriers that perpetuate discrimination …

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Curriculum

Mark Lillicrap, Associate Professor of Medical Education Practice here at the University of Cambridge, explains the complexity of the production and maintenance of a medical curriculum. Mark highlights the importance of establishing aims and how they are accomplished when applying this to a spiral curriculum with integrated clinical experience.

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Introducing: Cambridge University Medical Education Group Series 2

Join us for Series 2! Head of Cambridge University Medical Education Group (CUMEG), Cheryl France, will be interviewing world-leading academics and physicians from the University of Cambridge, focusing on contemporary themes in medical education.

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CUMEG podcast Episode 7 - Dr Jonathan Fuld- Student Electives Program

Student Electives Programme

In the last of this series, our host, Cheryl France, chats with Dr Jonathan Fuld about the student elective component of medical education. This will include opportunities our medical students may engage in, as well as encouraging students to come to Cambridge. In addition, we will hear more about the medical students from Kharkiv National …

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CUMEG podcast Episode 6 - Dr Elizabeth Fistein - Teaching Medical Ethics and Law

Teaching Medical Ethics and Law

On today’s episode, Dr Elizabeth Fistein provides insight on the intersection between ethics, law and clinical medicine. As the lead for the Professional Responsibilities Curriculum at the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine and a Medical Member of the First Tier Tribunal, Elizabeth occupies a unique position as both a medical doctor and a …

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Teaching Palliative Care

Our host, Cheryl France, speaks with Dr Anna Spathis about palliative care. This episode, explores the sensitivity of talking about end of life and how we prepare medical students and patients during this difficult time. We explore different approaches to care and how they are helpful during this stage of life. Please note, this episode …

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Student and Clinician Welfare Systems

Students and medical professionals require additional support from time to time. Long shifts, experiencing traumatic events in the workplace and staff shortages, further exacerbated by the Covid-19 crisis,  have meant more staff and students are finding the workplace stressful. How can we best support students and medical professionals? Student Support Support and welfare provision is …

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CUMEG podcast Episode 4 - Dr Rikka Hofmann - Improvements through research and education

Improvements Through Research and Evaluation

Dr Riikka Hofmann discusses the importance of evaluating health preprogrammes. In addition, she reviews some of the pitfalls in organisational change and how you can engage your workforce to embrace the change.

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