SURGO VISION

Abstract

Chloe Danno (Year 4)

During my elective at Mount Hope Women’s Hospital in Trinidad, I observed a hysterectomy in which a large 25cm 3 kg uterine fibroid was removed. The case was striking not only for the size of the fibroid but also for what it revealed about disparities in global healthcare access. The patient had endured significant pelvic pain for far longer than would typically be expected in Western healthcare systems due to limited surgical capacity and long waiting lists. Witnessing this procedure was a powerful reminder of how resource availability can shape patient journeys and outcomes. I am pleased to report that the patient made a full recovery following surgery, with complete resolution of her pelvic pain symptoms and proved a powerful personal learning experience.

Denver Correia (Year 3)

For my first clinical placement block, I rotated across the respiratory wards of the Glasgow Royal Infirmary. This was an insightful and incredibly valuable learning opportunity – everyone from the staff to the patients were both supportive and encouraging, allowing myself ample opportunities to develop and solidify my clinical and communication skills. A top placement tip I got told on my first day was – ‘Everyone else is also learning when you are on placement, so be proactive, make yourself part of the team, speak up if you have an opinion or question and you’ll enjoy every bit of this opportunity’. These words had an important impact throughout the five weeks and helped me learn much more than I initially thought I would while on the wards. I would highly recommend this!

Shaha Alajeel (Year 3)

"Wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity”.

This scrub top represents what drew me to medicine in the first place: a balance between science and humanity. In a field often driven by precision, it is easy to forget that care is also an art, shaped by compassion and connection. Behind every set of scrubs is more than a student or clinician; there is a story, a purpose, and a set of values. This design is a reminder that medicine is not only about treating disease, but about carrying humanity into every interaction.