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Scotland implements widened access to medical education
Nov 07, 2018
The Scottish government’s attempt to broaden access for medical education has proven successful, according to the BMA
*see updated post as there was a mistake in quoted news article*
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New medical school set to offer early exposure to general practice
Nov 06, 2018
A news article from Pulse, reporting on a new medical school that is due to open in 2021 with a focus on attracting students to a career in General Practice.
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AMEE Members receive 30% Discount on Giant Health 2018 Conference
Nov 01, 2018
This event runs from runs from 21st - 22nd November 2018 in London.
AMEE Members receive a 30% discount off the ticket price.
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Dubai Health Authority to launch new Medical Education Strategy
Nov 01, 2018
Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has announced plans to establish a Medical Education Strategy aimed at enhancing the capabilities of medical staff and those working in medical supporting-fields.
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Training the Next Generation of Doctors and Nurses
Nov 01, 2018
For decades, medical education has followed a timeworn path — heaps of book learning and lectures, then clinical rotations exposing students to patients.
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Surgery students 'losing dexterity to stitch patients'
Oct 30, 2018
News article from the BBC where Prof Kneebone argues for young people to have a more rounded education at school, including creative and artistic subjects, where they learn to use their hands.
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Leeds launches medical degree programme for tomorrow’s clinical entrepreneurs
Oct 29, 2018
The School of Medicine at the University of Leeds has unveiled a new programme to support the clinical entrepreneurs of the future.
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AMEE Simulation Committee: Knowledge Forum Simulation, September 2018
Oct 17, 2018
The AMEE Simulation Committee provides a look at the Knowledge Forum Simulation of 2018.
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