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Hi, my name is Arun and I am currently a 4th year medical student at Sheffield University intercalating in a clinical research project. I completed my A-levels, UCAT, and medical interviews in 2020. I had 4 interviews and received offers from all four. I am a well-experienced tutor having completed over 1500 hours of tutoring with Medic Mind in a range of topics, from GCSEs and A-Levels to UCAT and interviews as well as university consultations

I was one of the few students to undertake the A-level exams in November 2020 after my exams were cancelled due to Coronavirus. I am dyslexic so I have weird and wonderful ways to remember critical information and I hope I can support prospective doctors (dyslexic or non) to achieve their dream of becoming a medical professional.

I was not labelled as your typical medical student by my school. I continued to persevere until I reached the goal that I set for myself, with the help of my family.

I hope we can work well together and achieve what you want, just like I did. 🙂

I am a final year medical student at Flinders University who is about to graduate soon. In addition, to studying medicine at Flinders I have also participated in extracurriculars such as university sports and medrevue, as stage manager. Medrevue which is a musical that is organized by medical students every year.

I moved to Australia 10 years ago and did not have much experience with their tertiary education system. However, my experiences with volunteering and private tutoring helped me build a network which later helped me gain useful advice when trying to seek admission into an undergraduate university course. I believe I would be of use to anyone who needs some mentoring while trying to navigate the tertiary education system in Australia.

The networks I was able to establish during the course of my undergraduate degree helped me a lot when trying to gain admission into medicine in Australia. I studied Bachelors of Biomedicine at University of Melbourne graduating with a First class Honors Average and a GPA of 6.8out of a maximum of 7. I was a subjective representative as well. Following my undergraduate degree a spent an year of honors research with the aged care group at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. As a result of my research I was able to publish articles in reputable journals.

I am currently studying medicine at Flinders where some members of the faculty have let me know that I have been scoring in the top 10 % of students. I am a anatomy/dissection tutor for junior medical students as well

Hi there! My name is Isabella and I am a masters student studying marine biology at the University of St. Andrews. Having always had an affinity for the ocean, I began working towards my goal of being a marine biologist from an early age. I now specialise in the study of deep-sea corals and their possible future application in pharmaceutical drugs. Having worked in an academic environment as a research assistant I know that my particular field is one that is always evolving, with new research being published every day, keeping the subject fresh and exciting

During my three years of tutoring and classroom teaching I have found that the enthusiasm I bring to learning leads to curiosity, which in turn leads to positive habits of pursing knowledge and challenges the mindset that studying is a chore. My goals include creating an environment in which the tutee is able to communicate their problem areas with ease and also encouraging self-learning by giving students opportunities to work through problems themselves once familiar with the subject matter.

Medicine is without doubt a difficult course to get into, and there are a lot of hurdles even before arriving to an interview. As for each of these hurdles, they can all be quite daunting which is where my role comes in as a tutor.

Hello! I’m Amritanshu and I am a 4th year medical student who started in Newcastle, intercalated and transferred. I primarily teach medical interview preparation, but I also guide students through every part of the application journey—from the academics (EPQ),UCAT, personal statements to advising non-academic activities like work experience and how to make the most of it.

I’m genuinely excited to help you on your journey. Having been in your shoes, I know how essential guidance is at this pivotal stage. The interview process is incredibly sensitive—one misstep can mean waiting an entire year—so it’s crucial to approach it with care and strategy. If you choose to work with me, I understand that you’re trusting me with a key step in your career, and I’m committed to helping you succeed.

In all seriousness, we’ll put in the hard work, but I also believe it’s important to enjoy the process—this is an exciting journey and a small stepping stone towards your future career.
It’s also important for me to find the right tutor for you, and I believe in open communication
so we can figure out if we’re the right fit. Your success can depend on finding the tutor who feels best suited to support and mentor you, and I’m here to help if that’s me.

My advice to take away, whether you take a tutor or not, I urge you to start your preparation for your entire medical application as soon as possible. Many students underestimate the time needed to prepare for the standards required in the interviews and end up rushing. Slow and Steady gets you a place in medicine.

Additionally I am officially trained in stress management, leadership and teamwork.

Hi my name is Nadia and I am a third year medical student at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS).

I have been a university student for the past seven years, so I understand how stressful and challenging exams can be. I aim to create an environment where you feel comfortable to learn and work towards your goals. My approach is to adapt the learning style to the student to optimize their understanding and performance.

In terms of my academic background, I have experience with studying A-levels (biology, chemistry and physics), an undergraduate degree and masters (Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) and MSc).

Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also volunteer within the community as a first aider with St John’s ambulance. Alongside medical school, I also work as a phlebotomist.

Whatever your aspirations, I look forward to working with you to help make them a reality!

Hi! I’m Molly, and I’m a 5th year medical student at Cambridge University. I am a friendly, encouraging and enthusiastic, and I love helping students to enjoy learning and feel more confident in their abilites.

A bit about about me: I’ve always enjoyed teaching, and started off by teaching the piano to some of my neighbours when I was 14. Since then, I’ve gained lots of experience of teaching everything from GCSE sciences and sixth form admissions exams, to UCAT/BMAT and medicine interview prep.

At school I achieved 10A*s at GCSE, and A*A*A* in Biology, Chemistry and Maths A-levels. I really sharing my interest in these subjects through tutoring, as well as strategies for achieving the very top top grades (whether that be for a KS3 exam, all the way through to A-level).

Furthermore, having achieved 3160 in the UKCAT (top 1% of my cohort), and 4 offers to study medicine at university, I am keen to pass on my knowledge in this area too. I went to a secondary school where hardly anyone gets into med school, so fully understand how daunting the process can be. I would love to pass on everything I’ve learnt about applying, what it’s like when you get there, and how to enjoy the process too!

In my free time I love everything to do with the outdoors, especially running and hiking 🙂

Hi! I’m Naabil, a fourth-year medical student at the University of Exeter with a passion for global health, diversity, and accessibility in education. I strongly believe that healthcare and learning opportunities should be inclusive, clinically relevant, and accessible to everyone. My teaching journey has taken me from local tutoring roles to national and international platforms, helping students at various stages of their education.

Gold Standard Teaching Award: Recognized by the SSAT for my effective and engaging teaching methods.
Tutoring: Over 4 years of experience teaching English, Maths, and Science, including two years with First Class Learning and current work with refugee children in Exeter.
Coach Bright: Enhanced student performance through personalized mentoring and skill-building sessions.
Medical Mentorship: Have mentored over 15 medical students on subjects such as the Musculoskeletal, Immune, and Nervous systems, as well as exam prep and resource creation.

Commendations: Delivered a highly praised Anatomy & Physiology lecture at Exeter College.
Innovative Resources: Created medical education tools like guides on Cranial Nerves and Obstetric Cases.
Podcast Co-host: “Very Junior Doctors” – guiding aspiring medics through applications and medical school.

Founder of ‘Skin For All’: An online platform showcasing skin conditions across diverse skin tones to address gaps in medical education.
Speaker: Presented on decolonizing healthcare and addressing racial inequities at esteemed institutions like TEDxNHS, the BMA Student Conference, and Brighton and Sussex Medical School’s Anti-Racism Conference.
Leadership Roles: General Secretary of Muslim Women in Surgery, SW Regional Lead for Social Prescription, and university ambassador for Political Medics.
Teaching Style

I believe in an engaging, student-centered approach that fosters curiosity and confidence. My goal is to make complex concepts accessible and relatable, whether you’re preparing for exams, improving foundational knowledge, or exploring medical topics at a deeper level.

I am actively involved in various initiatives to raise awareness about Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic issues as well as presenting to the British Medical Association (BMA) Student Conference in 2023, the University of Exeter and platforms like Future Frontline on decolonising healthcare. I spoke on a panel at the Exeter Respect Festival launch where I delved into the racial inequities seen in medical education and the impact this has had on perspectives within the NHS and medical school. As well as national/local speaker events, I have spoken at TEDxNHS, for which I recieved editors pick (and is yet to be published) where I inspired over 400 audience members about my experience with representation and advocacy in medical education.

I has also hosted multiple presentations to students, academics and the public on the issues present in medical education regarding under- representation of skin tones and dangerous generalisations found in medical literature. This has included the Public Involvement in Medical Education group, Devon and Exeter Medical Society, the Let’s Talk about Series with St Lukes, Brighton and Sussex Medical School Anti-racism conference, Posters In Parliament and have even represented Medical student dedicated to making a change on the BBC, LBC, The Doctor by the BMA and at the London University of Osteopathy. My impact on the local and wider community has grown throughout the year and have continued to develop as more groups and individuals interact with me and my work. My written work can be seen with the creation of the Times Higher Education article co-written with professor, Dr Maisha Reza on decolonising the medical curriculum, as well as the Decolonise Healthcare conference in Exeter last June.

My commitment to creating a more equitable and accessible healthcare system has also been witnessed with the creation of Skin For All, an online educational platform that represents the most commonly seen skin conditions on various skin tones. The platform has collected a respectable audience while capturing the attention of the local Exeter audience and the wider national/international community. Diversity is at the heart of this website with the use of inclusive language, questions to help the public and detailed disease profiles to contribute to medical students’ learning. The platform has received high praise with many students having said Skin For All is a “Fantastic website aimed at a really important topic” and “on the same level as the award winning Mind The Gap”; as well as members of the public stating it is “very well-rounded and comprehensive, especially with the usage of non-medical language”. I have also written my first self-published 200 page e-book, Skin For All, which I have researched and designed solely to raise awareness about representation in medical education as well as influence otmys to carry out similar activities.

I am committed to helping my peers experience an inclusive, representative learning environment; now seen with the introduction of the Future Dr Newsletter which aims to make Medical opportunities more accessible to students. I want to leave a lasting impact on my community, not only within the Exeter region, but within the medical community internationally. My work has already been recognised, with my recent nomination as finalist for the Bright Network Impact Awards, and Exeter Guild awards as well as being made winner of the 2023 BMBS Citizenship, Rising Star in Healthcare Award by wearethecity and the 2024 Racial Justice in Medicine prize awarded by the American Medical Students Association; making her the first British medical student to have received this award.

When I was doing my A-levels I originally saw myself as doing Law. I chose my A-levels in Biology, Chemistry and History. I got into Law school at Swansea University until 2 weeks in I had a change of heart!

Instead I did a BSc in Medical Genetics at Swansea University and received (68.81% average). What did I learn? I learnt that using a combination of different learning techniques, was the best for not only knowledge retention but applying my understanding to more difficult topics such as embryology or complex organic chemistry. For example, in embryology I used videos or my friends to get an overview and get a real understanding of the topic, then using lectures/textbooks to hone in on the factual content and then answering questions which helped me identify key issues and common misunderstandings. Using other resources like posters or flashcards were helpful to improve knowledge.

Shortly after gradating from Swansea University with honours, I joined the Wellcome Sanger Institute, as a research scientist in SARS-CoV-2 sequencing. I began to love science again, because my field of research in microbiology helped the work against SARS-CoV-2. Currently, I am involved in the Respiratory Virus and Microbiome initiative (RVI) for further pandemic preparedness. Having experienced the pleasure of immediate benefit of my work, I saw medicine providing similar reward for my endeavours and took the UCAT and GAMSAT. I was quite upset that my first attempt was not good as I hoped but that did not put me off and I re-sat those exams with a better understanding of how to revise efficiently. I developed some techniques in order to stick to a regimented schedule, doing a bit everyday, under the values of ICT (Intensity, Consistency, Timing).

More important than anything was to immerse myself into hobbies outside of education I rediscovered my passion for gym, hiking and rugby, attempting how to boulder but not quite got the hang of it 🙂 Did make it difficult revising when you were sore the next day. During my application for medicine, I embarked on an MSc in Genomic Medicine at Kings and St George’s to keep the “grey cells running” and awaiting a predicted 1st! The icing on the cake was having the opportunity to stay at the Wellcome Sanger Institute in order complete my MSc dissertation on the RVI project with them. For my medicine interview prep I actually got tutored from medic mind and found the tutoring and resources from medic mind was a game changer and allowed me translate soft skills I learnt during my prep to my role in research.

I have been granted an honorary position at the Wellcome Sanger Institute where I have the opportunity to contribute to research and the literature. My particular areas of expertise include Biology, Chemistry and research methodology.

I’m Simran and I’m a first year medical student at the University of Liverpool. I achieved 3/4 medical school offers at Bart’s, Liverpool and Leicester. I hope to help others find the confidence in themselves going forward and support them in achieving their respective goals. No goal is too ambitious! I hope to support you in pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone and adopting a growth mindset. Only when we push ourselves a little can we truly develop as a person and flourish both personally, socially and academically. It’s true that we will always be faced with failure in one form or another but by learning resilience, perseverance and working effectively rather than harder, you can achieve your goals. I hope to help and support you in your own personal journeys in the future. I wish you all luck with your respective goals!