Student stories

After completing her Master of Public Health at UQ, Dr Ana Charles returned home to Mozambique with the desire to help people in her country to live healthier and more productive lives.

After a decade of working in nutrition, malaria control, and reproductive health in an international environment, Le Tih Nga was seeking to improve her professional knowledge and broaden her experience outside Vietnam.

As the saying goes - knowledge is power. And what better way to empower yourself and improve your knowledge, than by learning from an international expert.

Studying medicine is a long road and it's important to maintain your physical and mental health throughout your study journey. So what services are available if you need some support?

Med Revue is an annual event put on by students from The University of Queensland Medical Society (UQMS). Students across all year levels come together to create works of art in a range of cultural performances.

First year medicine student, Eddy, shares his crucial tips on how to remain as sane as possible while studying the Doctor of Medicine.

Third year medicine student Michelle recently interviewed one of her clinical teachers, Professor Wall (Director of Trauma Service at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, RBWH).

Sarah, a current second year medicine student, is very passionate about mental health and is currently helping students realise the importance of wellness through UQMind. She shares with us her thoughts around mindfulness and what you can do to disconnect from useless thoughts and get on with your study and life.