Surgical Society: INUGSC Director

This year, student surgical conferences face intense competition. To stand out, UCL Surg Soc must move beyond rented experiences and repeated formats, and instead build its own technically ambitious workshops that evolve year after year.

Workshops:

• Implement 3D printing and microcontroller technologies to deliver novel, high-fidelity, innovative workshops.
• Provide exposure to procedures rarely available at the student level.
• More hands-on time with more models.

Beyond INUGSC:
I will introduce a culture shift by empowering future committees to design, build, and refine in-house workshops, rather than relying on rented or low-fidelity models.

To support this, I will establish a centralised workshop drive accessible to all Surg Soc subcommittees, containing:

• Blueprints
• Materials lists
• Assembly and setup guides

This preserves knowledge and gradually increases Surg Soc’s in-house model inventory. Over time, this makes us uniquely self-sufficient.

Speakers:
Despite its international branding, INUGSC currently lacks international speakers. I will prioritise stronger global connections and ensure that workshops align with talks, delivering a more coherent experience.

Why Me?

• INUGSC Workshop Coordinator – delivered 3D-printed workshops
• General Surgery Conference Co-Lead – delivered 4 workshops
• Developed appendix and other surgical models at a fraction of commercial cost
• Direct access to 3D printing facilities

My plan extends beyond 1 year: establishing a culture where UCL Surg Soc builds its own future.

I’m so excited to be running for INUGSC Director! As the current Workshop Programme Lead, I’ve learnt what it takes to create impactful, high-quality surgical education and am eager to build on this momentum.

Beyond INUGSC, I’ve worked across the Global Surgery, Transplant and Oncology subcommittees, gaining insight into international collaboration and team management. Alongside this, my continued involvement with the wider surgical community through training and research initiatives has strengthened my network and procedural knowledge.

My goals:

• High-fidelity workshops
  I want to redefine the standard, pioneering the next generation of simulation-based, hands-on workshops: providing delegates with practical, realistic experiences that go beyond traditional teaching. 
• Expanding networks
  Launching an International Ambassador Programme, partnering with medical schools abroad to build sustained links and increase global delegate attendance.
• Global Voices
  As an international conference, we should reflect surgical excellence across borders. I aim to expand our reach and secure world-leading international speakers.
• Building relationships
  Developing sustainable partnerships with teaching hospitals, sponsors, and societies to ensure long-term growth and continuity.

With a passion for surgical innovation, I am committed to solidifying INUGSC’s presence as the surgical conference for medical students, nationally and internationally. I would be honoured to have your support.