27 January 2025

What is your role within King’s Health Partners?  

I’m currently a medical student within the GKT School of Medical Education and proud to serve as the President of the King’s College London Women in Surgery Society.  

In this role, I work as part of an amazing team to inspire and empower women pursuing careers in surgery by organising events, fostering mentorship, and advocating for inclusivity in what can often be a demanding and competitive field.  

What do you enjoy most about your role?  

What I love most is building a supportive community for aspiring surgeons. It’s so rewarding bringing people together—whether it’s through organising conferences, mentorship and outreach schemes, or networking events—and seeing how motivated and inspired they leave.  

I’ve met some incredible individuals along the way - from established surgeons to fellow students - and it’s so energising to be part of a group that’s all about lifting each other up. Plus, every day I learn something new, which keeps things exciting!  

What inspired you to seek a career in surgery?  

I’ve always been drawn to surgery because it’s such a unique mix of precision, creativity, and teamwork. There’s something so satisfying about using your hands and skills to solve a problem in real time and to make a tangible difference in someone’s life. Throughout medical school, I have admired the resilience and determination of surgeons I have come across on clinical placement.  

With this, seeing firsthand how transformative surgery can be when speaking to patients and hearing their stories is so rewarding. It’s an inspiring field that constantly pushes you to be better, and I love the idea of this challenge!  

What are the benefits of studying within a partnership?  

The best thing about studying within KHP is the incredible variety of experiences you get, alongside brilliant clinicians, lecturers and researchers. Rotating through hospitals like Guy’s, St Thomas’, and King’s College Hospital has given me exposure to an incredible range of experiences. These include assisting in complex surgeries and seeing rare medical conditions in person—things you’d typically only read about in textbooks. The partnership also helps to see how research translates to clinical practice, and how the latest innovations are applied to real patient care.  

What would be your top tips for anyone wanting a surgical career?  

Find a mentor: mentorship is a game-changer. Look for people who inspire you and don’t be afraid to reach out—they’re often more than happy to help.  

Keep an open mind: surgery is a broad field with so many specialties to explore. Be curious and try everything—you might be surprised by what excites you.  

Get involved early: join surgical societies, go to events, or even observe in theatre whilst on placement. The more you put in, the more you will get out.  

To learn more about KHP Academic Surgery, visit the webpage here.