To mark 21 years of Graduate Entry Medicine at St George’s, we will be sharing the stories, reflections and achievements of our unique programme community. T Year Graduate Entry Medicine student, Joshua Kiernan, studied Biomedical Science at the university of Portsmouth and says:
“This is where my passion for healthcare grew. After graduating from Portsmouth I worked for a year as an emergency medical technician at my local hospital Trust. This experience helped increase my clinical knowledge and skills, which eventually helped me when applying for Graduate Entry Medicine.”
We spoke to him about his experience on the course and his ambitions for the future.
Why did you choose to study Graduate Entry Medicine?
“Graduate Entry Medicine was a great opportunity for me to reach my end goal of becoming a doctor within a reduced timeframe at a university with a long-standing programme tailored to graduates.”
What do you hope to do once completing your course?
“I have a great interest in Emergency Medicine and Pre-Hospital Emergency Medicine. I hope to be able to gain more exposure to Emergency Medicine through my course and secure a training post geared towards this field.”
What are some of the most rewarding and challenging things about studying graduate entry medicine?
“One of the most rewarding things about studying Graduate Entry Medicine is having the knowledge you gain throughout the course begin to fit together as you interact with, diagnose and plan to treat patients. One of the most challenging aspects of the programme is the fast-paced (but nonetheless enjoyable) content that’s delivered within a shorter timeframe.”
What would I say to someone considering GEP and Georges?
“Definitely go for it. Your time on the Graduate Entry Medicine programme is both really intense and enjoyable! You will learn a lot about science, pathology and treatments, while also learning about yourself and working as part of a team in a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment.”