Mentoring Tutors : 1-1 Mentoring Preparation

Hi, my name is Joanna, a current Clinical Academic Fellow, eager to connect with you to create a learning environment that best fits your learning style and helps you achieve your dreams.

The road to medicine can be long; however, I aim to pass down the wealth of knowledge that I have gained over the years to ensure that your journey will be one where you enjoy the application process and cultivate long-term skills to help you as you enter medicine. Building up endurance and stamina for this journey can only be done with guidance and advice.

Know that you do not have to go through this process alone and that we are here for you to support every need you have during this path.

Apart from medicine, I love languages and often take pride in the number of languages I can communicate. I enjoy teaching IELTS and have helped many students get through this exam with higher scores than they aspired for.

I hope you are ready to embark on this journey together. Be ready to come to each session eager to learn and walk out of the session inspired to learn more.

I’m Lara, a Master’s-qualified midwife and current GEM student. I scored in the top 10% in VR and DM in the UCAT and have served as a trained MMI assessor, giving me direct insight into how MMIs work. I come from a non-traditional background and understand how powerful a “different” profile can be when it is presented with confidence. I support students across the medical school application process, UCAT, MMI interviews, personal statements, and application strategy. With experience teaching university-level students and professional education, my approach is structured and supportive. I’ll help you think clearly, communicate confidently, and perform under pressure. The UCAT is a skills-based and interviews are about structured reflection. Once you understand the logic behind both, the process becomes far easier.

I’m Lahari Dammala, a fourth-year medical student at the University of Buckingham, and I’m thrilled at the prospect of guiding you on your path to becoming a healthcare professional. I’ve secured offers from the University of Brunel, UCLan and Buckingham, passing both traditional panel and MMI-style interviews, and I’m eager to share my insights.
As your mentor, I’ll demystify the application process, offer interview preparation, and help you develop the qualities medical schools seek.
With a background in tutoring, I bring strong communication skills to make complex concepts accessible.
My commitment is to support you in achieving your dream of becoming a compassionate healthcare professional. I’m here to answer questions, provide guidance, and share my experiences to help you succeed. Choosing me as your mentor means having an enthusiastic and empathetic partner dedicated to your success.

Hi, my name is Joanna, a current Clinical Academic Fellow, eager to connect with you to create a learning environment that best fits your learning style and helps you achieve your dreams.

The road to medicine can be long; however, I aim to pass down the wealth of knowledge that I have gained over the years to ensure that your journey will be one where you enjoy the application process and cultivate long-term skills to help you as you enter medicine. Building up endurance and stamina for this journey can only be done with guidance and advice.

Know that you do not have to go through this process alone and that we are here for you to support every need you have during this path.

Apart from medicine, I love languages and often take pride in the number of languages I can communicate. I enjoy teaching IELTS and have helped many students get through this exam with higher scores than they aspired for.

I hope you are ready to embark on this journey together. Be ready to come to each session eager to learn and walk out of the session inspired to learn more.

I’m Lara, a Master’s-qualified midwife and current GEM student. I scored in the top 10% in VR and DM in the UCAT and have served as a trained MMI assessor, giving me direct insight into how MMIs work. I come from a non-traditional background and understand how powerful a “different” profile can be when it is presented with confidence. I support students across the medical school application process, UCAT, MMI interviews, personal statements, and application strategy. With experience teaching university-level students and professional education, my approach is structured and supportive. I’ll help you think clearly, communicate confidently, and perform under pressure. The UCAT is a skills-based and interviews are about structured reflection. Once you understand the logic behind both, the process becomes far easier.

I’m Lahari Dammala, a fourth-year medical student at the University of Buckingham, and I’m thrilled at the prospect of guiding you on your path to becoming a healthcare professional. I’ve secured offers from the University of Brunel, UCLan and Buckingham, passing both traditional panel and MMI-style interviews, and I’m eager to share my insights.
As your mentor, I’ll demystify the application process, offer interview preparation, and help you develop the qualities medical schools seek.
With a background in tutoring, I bring strong communication skills to make complex concepts accessible.
My commitment is to support you in achieving your dream of becoming a compassionate healthcare professional. I’m here to answer questions, provide guidance, and share my experiences to help you succeed. Choosing me as your mentor means having an enthusiastic and empathetic partner dedicated to your success.