Medical Society: Respiratory Medicine Chair

Hello everyone,

My name is Owais, and I am excited to nominate myself for the position of Respiratory Society Chair and am eager to share my love and interest for this specialty. I have a number of plans that I would like enact during my tenure as chair, in pursuit of this ambition:

1. Online Lecture Series:

· Engaging experts for a series on vital respiratory medicine topics.

· The future of Respiratory medicine and challenges of climate change and air pollution.

· Innovation in ventilation devices and future application of existing technologies.

2. Practical Tutorials:

· For example "Reading Chest X-Rays Masterclass" which would be extremely beneficial for clinical students

· Curriculum based tutorials to reinforce concepts learnt in preclinical years.

3. Annual Conference:

· Keynote speakers from specialist areas within the field of respiratory medicine.

· Allowing students the chance to showcase their research via abstract presentations enabling students to build a professional portfolio.

4. Research Pathway Guidance:

· Sharing my journey being involved in things ranging from systematic reviews to large multi-centre trials and highlighting key research skills.

I hope this sounds exciting, as it is definitely something I am passionate about. I hope that if given this opportunity, I would convince you to consider Respiratory Medicine as a potential career option in your professional futures.

Hi everyone! 

I am running for Respiratory Chair in UCL Medical Society as I offer a strong passion and interest in respiratory medicine which will drive my dedication to the role and inspire others to engage with the specialty.
 

Why me? 

1. Strong Leadership Skills: If elected I aim to establish a Respiratory Medicine Sub-Committee where I will be able to use my strong leadership skills to organise events, co-ordinate projects and motivation team members! 
    
2. Initiative and creativity: I have a few big ideas if I’m elected! A few are: establishing a Respiratory Medicine Sub-committee, having expert guest lecturers giving talks on recent advances as well as portfolio building talks for members who want to pursue Respiratory Medicine as a specialty! 
    
3. Strong Communication Skills: If elected, I will be able to clearly and efficiently communicate information in guest lectures as well as reach out to experts in the field to come in and help medical students interested in this specialty. 

With my personal qualities including enthusiasm, organisation, empathy, open-mindedness, and commitment, I am well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in promoting respiratory medicine within the society and beyond.