Medical Society: Oncology Chair

Hi! I’m Arun, and I'd love to be your Oncology Chair! I've always had a passion for oncology, which was deepened by my iBSc last year. If elected, I'll grow our society by inviting diverse professionals for talks and workshops, bridging the student-clinician gap for better insight, mentorship, and academic growth.

My aims as Oncology Chair:

Expand NUOC: Build on its success this year with virtual access and diverse activities - OSCE/MDT workshops, career Q&As, and sessions on new surgical oncology devices.

Revive ‘Cancer of the Month’ Talks: Educate on the presentation and management of both common and rare cancers.

Introduce a ‘Cancer By Case’ Series: Discuss real patient cases with expert clinicians for practical learning.

Enhance the Mentorship Scheme: Pair students with leading oncologists for robust research, portfolio, and career development support.

Continue Maggie’s Fundraising: Maintain our strong support for their vital work with cancer patients and their families.

As Outreach Officer this year, I’ve organised and hosted talks, building strong relationships with cancer experts. I also helped to coordinate this year’s NUOC, gaining vital communication and collaboration skills I’ll use for next year’s conference. I'm hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to expanding this society and supporting students interested in oncology!

Oncology started as a simple interest for me, but it quickly grew into a genuine passion, and now I'm excited to help others discover that same enthusiasm. Over the past year during my Oncology iBSC, I’ve thrown myself into the field - from research projects to presenting at national and international conferences. The more I learned, the more I realised how fast paced, innovative, and impactful oncology is - and that it’s not just about memorising staging systems. 

Alongside research, I’ve taught tutorials for first and second year students, which was incredibly rewarding. Using this experience, I want to launch a fresh and focused oncology teaching series that’s tailored and relevant. But I don’t just want to stop at teaching. I would like to set up a structured mentor-mentee system so students can connect with researchers and clinicians, ask questions and get involved. I’ll also work to highlight research opportunities for all levels, making sure they’re visible and accessible to everyone.

I’m enthusiastic, organised and genuinely passionate about helping students feel more confident and involved in oncology. If you vote for me, expect a year of engaging teaching, more research opportunities and maybe a session or two powered by free food.