Such a wholesome chat with Dr Samira Hassan, a GP working in the UK who is passionate about community work, education and widening access to opportunities in the Somali community.

It is so incredible hearing her story and journey and feel really honored to be able to share it with you.

We discuss the following:

- Her route into medicine from the middle east to the UK

- Changing medical schools from St Georges to Cardiff

- Maintaining your personal beliefs and culture through medicine

- Surviving through medical school – creating supportive communities

- How to apply for foundation training in England vs Wales

- Foundation year training in Leicester

- Struggles of a junior doctor, the importance of asking for help

- Tips for newly qualified doctors

- Bullying in the workplace, how to manage it

- Choosing between Paediatrics and General Practice?

- Foundation year 3, locum in Paediatrics Cardiff, Wales & humanitarian work in Somalia

- Starting up Somali Career Fairs, educational seminars in Somali communities, the British Somali Medical association, Youtube channel Dr Sam’s Health chats and COVID vaccine clinics

- Drive behind what she does

- Discussing work life balance

We hope you enjoy the episode.

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