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Eleanor Dunn
Reflection
Eleanor Dunn
Fifth year medical student, New Zealand
Attending the RANZCP 2024 Congress was a transformative experience that solidified my interest in mental health. The conference featured a series of talks on diverse topics, which opened my eyes to the unique challenges and disparities in mental health care.
One of the key takeaways from the RANZCP conference was the importance of culturally competent care. The speakers highlighted the necessity for healthcare providers to not only be knowledgeable about the medical and psychological needs of diverse patient populations, but also empathetic and respectful of their identities and experiences. Hearing firsthand accounts from both professionals and individuals with lived experience about their struggles and triumphs was profoundly moving. It underscored the critical need for advocacy and improved education within the medical community to better serve all patients.
The RANZCP conference not only encouraged me to pursue psychiatry but also inspired me to advocate for inclusive and equitable healthcare practices. It was a reminder that the journey to becoming a doctor is not just about acquiring knowledge and skills but also about developing a deep sense of empathy and a commitment to social justice.I am more determined to specialise in psychiatry and contribute to the advancement of mental healthcare. I am excited to continue learning and growing, both as a student and as a future healthcare provider dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of my patients.
One of the key takeaways from the RANZCP conference was the importance of culturally competent care. The speakers highlighted the necessity for healthcare providers to not only be knowledgeable about the medical and psychological needs of diverse patient populations, but also empathetic and respectful of their identities and experiences. Hearing firsthand accounts from both professionals and individuals with lived experience about their struggles and triumphs was profoundly moving. It underscored the critical need for advocacy and improved education within the medical community to better serve all patients.
The RANZCP conference not only encouraged me to pursue psychiatry but also inspired me to advocate for inclusive and equitable healthcare practices. It was a reminder that the journey to becoming a doctor is not just about acquiring knowledge and skills but also about developing a deep sense of empathy and a commitment to social justice.I am more determined to specialise in psychiatry and contribute to the advancement of mental healthcare. I am excited to continue learning and growing, both as a student and as a future healthcare provider dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of my patients.
Attending the RANZCP 2024 Congress was a transformative experience that solidified my interest in mental health. The conference featured a series of talks on diverse topics, which opened my eyes to the unique challenges and disparities in mental health care.
One of the key takeaways from the RANZCP conference was the importance of culturally competent care. The speakers highlighted the necessity for healthcare providers to not only be knowledgeable about the medical and psychological needs of diverse patient populations, but also empathetic and respectful of their identities and experiences. Hearing firsthand accounts from both professionals and individuals with lived experience about their struggles and triumphs was profoundly moving. It underscored the critical need for advocacy and improved education within the medical community to better serve all patients.
The RANZCP conference not only encouraged me to pursue psychiatry but also inspired me to advocate for inclusive and equitable healthcare practices. It was a reminder that the journey to becoming a doctor is not just about acquiring knowledge and skills but also about developing a deep sense of empathy and a commitment to social justice.I am more determined to specialise in psychiatry and contribute to the advancement of mental healthcare. I am excited to continue learning and growing, both as a student and as a future healthcare provider dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of my patients.
One of the key takeaways from the RANZCP conference was the importance of culturally competent care. The speakers highlighted the necessity for healthcare providers to not only be knowledgeable about the medical and psychological needs of diverse patient populations, but also empathetic and respectful of their identities and experiences. Hearing firsthand accounts from both professionals and individuals with lived experience about their struggles and triumphs was profoundly moving. It underscored the critical need for advocacy and improved education within the medical community to better serve all patients.
The RANZCP conference not only encouraged me to pursue psychiatry but also inspired me to advocate for inclusive and equitable healthcare practices. It was a reminder that the journey to becoming a doctor is not just about acquiring knowledge and skills but also about developing a deep sense of empathy and a commitment to social justice.I am more determined to specialise in psychiatry and contribute to the advancement of mental healthcare. I am excited to continue learning and growing, both as a student and as a future healthcare provider dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of my patients.
