St. George’s University School of Medicine Mini-Med Program and its role in preparing the future doctors of the UAE

St. George’s University School of Medicine Mini-Med Program and its role in preparing the future doctors of the UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: St. George's University School of Medicine, as part of its Mini-Med Program, hosted a clinical workshop at the Indigo Hotel in Dubai on November 18 for 20 UAE high school students. The program aims to guide students aspiring to pursue a medical career and help them determine their suitability for the field. The workshop facilitated direct interaction between students and SGU faculty, attendees derived valuable insights from an enlightening lecture, gaining a good understanding of medical education, the professional life of practitioners, and pivotal subjects such as the history and evolution of medicine. Additionally, the workshop included two hands-on training sessions, introducing students to practical skills. In the first practical session, students learned the techniques for accurately taking and recording blood pressure, which is a vital skill in patient care. The second session focused on suturing, in which they practiced various stitching methods, techniques, wound assessment, and aftercare, all necessary for surgical procedures. Additionally, the workshop included interactive elements such as a medical quiz and a Q&A segment, enabling the students to learn more about SGU and their potential futures in the medical profession. Students who successfully finished the clinical workshop received a certificate of completion.