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Medic Mentor’s Wider Reading Society (WRS) is the ultimate haven for students looking to unlock the boundless world of medical knowledge beyond their school textbooks.
Dive into a captivating realm of exploration, where imagination and curiosity reign supreme. With the WRS, you can embark on an exhilarating journey of self-discovery, honing your presentation skills and transforming into a charismatic debater.
The Wider Reading Society hosts a presentation session on the second Thursday of each month, offering an opportunity for members to share their insights and perspectives. Additionally, on the fourth Thursday of every month, we organise either a stimulating debate or invite a distinguished guest speaker to provide unique perspectives on diverse subjects.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to become a part of a vibrant community of like-minded individuals united by their love for knowledge, debating and self-development.
February Read: What Doctors Feel by Danielle Ofri
During WRS meetings, we will have several presentations on different aspects of the monthly book, and dives into the world of healthcare professionals. This month we are focusing on the book What Doctors Feel by Danielle Ofri
Remember, active participation in the Wider Reading Society not only broadens your understanding of healthcare but also enhances your presentation skills and helps you become a proficient communicator. These are invaluable qualities that can make your UCAS application truly stand out.
The Wider Reading Society (WRS) at Medic Mentor is an engaging and enriching platform designed to promote a love for learning beyond the confines of school textbooks. Students from diverse backgrounds come together on Zoom webinars (with cameras off) every Thursday fortnight at 7pm to delve into thought-provoking discussions and explore captivating books. You can gain access to the Zoom link through your chosen Pathway, where you’ll also find valuable resources providing insights into each month’s book and debate topics. This inclusive and interactive environment fosters intellectual growth, encourages critical thinking, and nurtures presentation skills. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers, expand your knowledge horizons, and immerse yourself in the stimulating world of the Wider Reading Society.
Membership in the Wider-reading Society is open to students who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine and are enrolled on a Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum Pathway. The society welcomes students at all stages of secondary education, from those just beginning to explore the field of medicine to those who are working through their UCAS application journey. So whether you just want to develop your initial interest or you are preparing for your medical school interviews, this is a fantastic support network and we welcome you to join!
Joining the Wider Reading Society (WRS) at Medic Mentor is not only a thrilling journey of intellectual growth but also a critical step towards a successful UCAS application. In today’s competitive world, showcasing a broad understanding of medical concepts and a deep passion for learning is paramount. By immersing yourself in the vast array of medical wider reading materials offered by WRS, you will acquire a well-rounded knowledge base that extends beyond your textbooks. This wealth of knowledge will prove invaluable as it will be assessed in multiple stages of your application process, including your personal statement, interview stations, and even the Situational Judgment Test (SJT) component of the UCAT exam. WRS equips you with the tools to confidently navigate these challenges, impressing admissions tutors and demonstrating your commitment to academic excellence. Don’t underestimate the power of expanding your horizons through the WRS – it could be the key to unlocking a future brimming with success in your medical career.
To join the Wider-reading Society and access the fortnightly meetings, students first need to enrol on a Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum Pathway. This provides access to a range of educational resources, programmes, and other initiatives that can help students pursue their career goals in healthcare. Once students are enrolled, they can easily access the zoom link for the Thursday meetings via the WRS Circle channel, which take place at 7pm UK GMT. These meetings provide a unique opportunity for students to virtually connect with healthcare professionals, ask questions, and learn from their experiences. So if you’re an aspiring healthcare professional looking to connect with others in the field and gain valuable insights into the world of medicine, be sure to register to a Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum Pathway with Medic Mentor today and join the Wider-reading Society!
We understand that students may have busy schedules and may not always be able to attend the Thursday fortnightly meetings. However, we want to reassure you that the meetings are recorded, and that week’s meeting will be available to you through your chosen Pathway Circle channel, before it is replaced by the following meeting. These recordings provide a valuable resource for students to catch up on missed meetings and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in healthcare. Additionally, the recordings can be accessed from anywhere in the world, enabling international students to benefit from the knowledge and insights shared by our healthcare professionals. So if you’re unable to attend the Tuesday evening meetings, don’t worry – you can still stay connected with the Virtual Medical Society and continue your journey towards becoming a healthcare professional by accessing the recordings in your WRS channel after signing up to a Pathway.
Did you know that the WRS is run by student-led committee? This gives you a chance to lead on a national level and stand-out from other applicants by getting involved! Meet our highly committed students and learn about what motivated them to apply for a WRS committee position!
Looking for something to read? Check out our list of recommended reads from our Doctors and students below for some inspiration!
Title | Author | Genre |
Turtles All the Way Down | John Green | Patient perspective (fictional) |
Thinking Fast and Slow | Daniel Kahnemann | Cognitive psychology |
The Prison Doctor: My time inside Britain’s most notorious jails. | Dr Amanda Brown | Biographical |
Twelve Patients: Life and Death at Bellevue Hospital | Eric Manheimer | Case presentations |
Fighting for Your Life | Lysa Walder | |
How Doctors Think | Jerome Groopman | Cognitive psychology |
Seven Signs of Life | Aoife Abbey | |
Better | Atul Gawande | Evidence-based medicine |
Confessions of a GP | Benjamin Daniels | Biographical |
The Appointment | Graham Easton | Biographical |
The Children Act | Ian McEwan | |
In the Midst of Life | Jennifer Worth | Biographical |
A Fortunate Man | John Berger | |
The Other Side | Kate Granger | |
Trust Me, I’m a (Junior) Doctor | Max Pemberton | Biographical |
Where Does it Hurt? | Max Pemberton | Biographical |
Just One More Question | Niall Tubridy | |
In Stitches | Nick Edwards | |
Your Life In My Hands – a Junior Doctor’s Story | Rachel Clarke | Biographical |
The House of God | Samuel Shem | |
Blood, Sweat and Tea | Tom Reynolds | |
Medical Ethics: A Very Short Introduction | Tony Hope | Educational |
The Body: A Guide For Occupants | Bill Bryson | Educational |
How it Works: Book of the Human Body | Jon White | Educational |
Send in the Idiots: Stories from the Other Side of Autism | Kamran Nazeer | Patient perspective |
Hard Pushed | Leah Hazard | Biographical |
Life Lessons From a Brain Surgeon | Rahul Jandial | Biographical |
This is Going to Hurt | Adam Kay | Biographical |
Being Mortal | Atul Gawande | Evidence-based medicine |
Complications | Atul Gawande | Evidence-based medicine |
The Woman Who Changed Her Brain | Barbara Arrowsmith-Young | Patient perspective |
Bad Science | Ben Goldacre | Evidence-based medicine |
The Body Keeps the Score | Bessel van der Kolk | |
The Family That Couldn’t Sleep | D T Max | Specific condition(s) |
War Doctor | David Notts | Biographical |
Do No Harm | Henry Marsh | Biographical |
States of Mind | Mark Haddon | |
The Brain that Changes Itself | Norman Doidge | |
The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat | Oliver Sacks | Case discussion |
When Breath Becomes Air | Paul Kalanithi | Biographical |
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks | Rebecca Skloot | Biographical |
The Selfish Gene | Richard Dawkins | |
Unnatural Causes | Richard Shepherd | |
The Spirit Level | Richard Wilsinson and Kate Pickett | |
The Emperor of All Maladies | Siddhartha Mukherjee | |
Trick or Treatment | Simon Singh and Edzard Ernst | |
The History of Medicine: A Very Short Introduction | William Bynum | Educational |
Homo Deus | Yuval Harari | |
Sapiens | Yuval Harari | |
Organizational Behavior. 18th ed | Robbins, S. P. and Judge, T. A | Educational |
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