Congratulations on successfully gaining a place in the Doctor of Medicine program. You have embarked on a remarkable journey that will challenge, excite, and completely shape the future doctor that you will become. You should be proud of your efforts so far! Please take the time to embrace each moment as you commence your studies in 2024.

Each year, MANDUS publishes this Survival Guide to welcome and help navigate new students by providing insight into ‘the day in the life’ of a med student. Inside, you will find valuable information regarding peer advice, expectations of classes, timetables, study resources, and travel guides about living in Sydney. It will also explain how our medical society can support you throughout your journey.

First and foremost, you are not alone in this endeavour. You will be provided with unwavering support from members of MANDUS, academics, and your peers throughout your medical school experience. Together, we will navigate the highs and lows of your learning and personal growth. Throughout this time, remember to take care of yourself. Studying medicine requires resilience, compassion, and dedication. But it also requires a healthy balance between academic and personal well-being. Please do not hesitate to check in with your mentors, tutors, and your peers. Together, we will foster a learning environment that promotes teamwork, growth, and attainment.

Our student body, MANDUS, remains committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equality. Each medical student brings a unique perspective to the field of medicine, and we highly value and celebrate these differences. As you begin to collaborate with your peers, take this opportunity to learn from each other and gain a deeper understanding of the diverse populations that we will serve. Work together, learn from each other, and grow as a team. Spend some time getting to know people within your cohort. You will be pleasantly surprised by the lifelong friendships that you will make on this journey. 

As you settle into this exciting new chapter of your life, it is important that you reflect on why you chose medicine. Your dedication and passion will continue to motivate you, even during the most difficult and challenging days. Think about the difference you will make in the future and the overall positive impact that you will have within the wider community.

In summary, we welcome you with open arms to our UNDS medical program. We are absolutely honored and thrilled to have you join our university and student community. May you embrace the opportunity to learn and grow as we are all excited to witness your accomplishments over the next few years. Congratulations on your amazing achievement!

 

Warm regards,

 

Maggie Sambuco

President