Oncology: Palliative care officer

Candidates

Amar Sethi

Hello, My name is Amar and i'm a second year medical student running for palliative care officer in Oncology society this year. The primary goal of palliative care is centered around relieving the physical symptoms and stress caused by serious life limiting illnesses such as cancer. Currently, this is an overlooked priority and there are substantial inequalities to accessing this care around the world. Only 14% of pa ...

Mukund Tufchi

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Amogh Ranade

Hi everyone! I am Amogh, a second-year medical student with a passion for oncology. I’m excited to be running for palliative care officer, a role that would allow me to get involved, and I believe I am well-suited for this role due to my teamwork, compassion, and leadership skills. Having been on committees for countless other societies this year, I have the necessary insight and skills that will help me ensur ...

Lena Kesraoui

My interest in oncology has developed through both personal experience and academic curiosity. Having lost close relatives to cancer, I have witnessed the profound importance of compassionate, patient-centred care and the impact that empathy can have on both patients and their families. This has shaped my growing interest in palliative medicine, particularly the role of communication, dignity, and holistic support th ...

Eda Bakay

Hello everyone, I’m Eda Bakay, an aspiring final-year Biological Sciences student, and I am applying for the role of Palliative Care Officer because I believe oncology is not only about treating disease but also about preserving dignity, comfort, and compassion for patients and their families. My motivation for this role comes from both scientific interest and a strong commitment to patient wellbeing. I have r ...