Dylan Patel

Hi everyone, I'm Dylan, current Secretary of Surgical Society!

As Secretary & INUGSC Widening Participation (WP) Officer I have:

• Organised events and conferences, securing £1,000+ funding for a WP conference hosting students for 8 schools
• Built strong ties with the Union and UCL
• Liaised with surgeons to create opportunities for members
• Responsible for keep members informed about events and opportunities

Through these roles, I’ve gained budgeting, negotiation, deadline management and organisation skills – all essential for a Treasurer.

As treasurer, I look forward to financially managing and continuing to drive Surgical Society forward as we offer more high-quality events and opportunities. I aim to do this by focusing on:

1. INVESTMENT: Work with the President and committee to create a central bank of surgical equipment and secure partnerships to replenish stock, enabling more high-quality workshops.
2. ACCESSIBILITY: Secure more sponsorships to make events and conferences more affordable across all subcommittees.
3. INCREASING MEMBERSHIP VALUE: Partner with organisations to provide exclusive member benefits, including discounts on events, conferences and surgical and medical resources.

I’m committed to building on the current committee’s work, managing our finances responsibly, and ensuring Surgical Society continues to grow, remain inclusive, and offer great value to members. I’d love your support!