Are you someone who is eager to find out more about the Foundation Programme or would like to start preparing ahead of applications next year?

In this next episode, Dr Leah chats to Chloe about what the Foundation Programme is, what the application entails, her own personal experience of applying, and life as a Foundation Year 1 Doctor.

Dr Leah is also on Instagram - drleahlinda, where she shares about her life as a doctor and gives insight into various related topics.

In this episode, Naabil talks to the incredible Harry Dunn, a medical student who has dedicated his journey to healthcare management and policy at a national level. From being an NIHR, Government and THIS Institute researcher to an NHS Confederation intern and advocate for Health Policy and Tech, Harry’s work showcases the power of leadership and policy in shaping the future of medicine.

Together, they discuss the importance of management and policy within the medical field, the visibility (or lack thereof) of certain specialties, and how representation within healthcare leadership can shape better, fairer systems.

Tune in to hear Harry’s inspiring journey and reflections, including insights from his thought-provoking NHS Confederation article that highlights how medical culture shapes our perceptions of value and visibility.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-dunn-4ba699191/

Harry's article for the NHS Confederation: https://www.nhsconfed.org/articles/going-over-dark-side-creating-culture-clinical-leadership-nhs

In this episode of Very Junior Doctors, Naabil sits down with Hamaad, an inspiring graduate medical student, advocate, and trailblazer in medical education and health justice. From his pivotal experiences in social prescribing to leading campaigns like Medicine Unheard, Hamaad shares his journey of redefining medicine, championing patient advocacy, and resisting the narrative of doom and despair often faced by young doctors.

Hamaad’s work highlights the beauty in medicine, seeing beyond over-medicalization, understanding the social determinants of health, and harnessing lived experiences to drive meaningful change. He offers practical advice for medical students and future doctors on finding their voice, engaging with leaders, and making a real impact in healthcare while staying grounded in their passions.

Tune in for insights on:

• Social prescribing and its transformative role in patient care
• Advocacy, health justice, and amplifying patient voices
• Navigating medical education while creating opportunities for change
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing the value of lived experience

Connect with Hamaad:

Email- hamaadkhan98@gmail.com

LinkedIn- linkedin.com/in/hamaad-khan

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hamaadakhan/

Medicine Unheard- https://open.spotify.com/show/2MrI7ryHzibBfIzdtP4V36?si=7cc07e7e7f0e4cab