Umna
About Me
Dr U. Naveed is a highly experienced medical educator with a proven track record of guiding aspiring medical and dental students into successful careers. Since 2010, she has tutored and mentored over 200 students, offering tailored support in admissions preparation, personal statements, interview skills, and academic development. Drawing on a background in burns and plastic surgery, as well as ongoing training in occupational medicine, Dr Naveed brings a practical, clinical perspective to her teaching, helping students link theory to real-world healthcare practice. Her approach is structured, evidence-based, and empathetic, ensuring students not only achieve entry into competitive programmes but also build the confidence and resilience needed to thrive in their studies. With over a decade of experience in teaching and mentoring, Dr Naveed is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of doctors and dentists.
My teaching style
Dr. Naveed’s teaching style is structured, supportive, and highly interactive. She combines academic coaching with practical application, helping students not only understand complex scientific concepts but also apply them confidently to real-world scenarios. Her approach integrates tailored preparation for UCAT, personal statements, and medical and dental school interviews, ensuring students develop the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills that admissions teams look for. With a focus on building confidence as well as competence, Dr. Naveed provides clear frameworks, personalised feedback, and motivational guidance that enable students to reach their full potential.
My past experience
Tutoring since 2010
My Proudest Achievements
Golf achieving a 21 under par on 18 holes. Medically speaking, working on my 8th Masters
I teach
- Dentistry Interview
- Medicine Interview
- Oxbridge Interview
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacy
- Pharmacy Interview
- Physician Associate
- BMAT
- Non Verbal Reasoning
- UCAT
- Verbal Reasoning
My Results and Achievements
- Top 5% for each UCAT section
- full marks in EPQ
- 5 A* and A at Alevel
- full marks in biology chemistry and maths
- interview panellist at multiple universities
- honorary lecturer at medical and dental schools
- pGCert in Medical Education