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Student, Teacher, CARER

Student, Teacher, CARER

Posted on 26 July 2023 by edwardhatfield

  Four years ago to the day I was probably writing for this same blog. At that time I was 22 years old and I was nearing the end of […]

My CARER experience

Posted on 1 June 2023 by Elin Roberts

CARER has allowed me to build my confidence, not only as a medical student but also as a person. It has enabled me to build relationships with my patients, gain […]

An Introduction to the CARER Programme

Posted on 4 May 2022 by Megan Hodgson

The CARER Programme in Aberystwyth is an excellent way to stretch your skills & increase your involvement and confidence in medical practice during your 3rd year in Medical School. By […]

1st Month as a CARER Student in Aberystwyth… and Loving Every Moment!!

Posted on 2 October 2021 by Megan Hodgson

1 month ago now, I was in Cardiff, only a few days away from starting my 3rd year of Medical school, unsure about what this year would hold for me! […]

Being a student in “CARERdigion”.

Being a student in “CARERdigion”.

Posted on 18 May 2020 by Emanuele Pirozzi

CARER: a rushed decision that turned out to be one of the best academic choices I have ever made. Between great outdoor scenery, amazing clinical tutors and a brilliant ensemble of gorgeous people, this year in Aberystwyth has been so special...

Just Another Year at Medical School or a Life Changing Experience?

Just Another Year at Medical School or a Life Changing Experience?

Posted on 17 May 2020 by Francesca Saleh

Being on the RER Programme eases you into working in the clinical environment from having years of lectures and tutorials. It also allows you to appreciate primary care and GPs, […]

Travel North in May

Travel North in May

Posted on 19 May 2019 by Edward Hatfield

Aberystwyth’s weather changes quickly. This can be charming – even refreshing – or it can be depressing, depending on whether it was a) windy and freezing when you woke up […]

February, Aberystwyth

Posted on 8 March 2019 by Edward Hatfield

February has come and gone in what feels like no time at all. In fact, it is already fading in my mind as a blurred combination of all the patients […]

November in Review

November in Review

Posted on 4 December 2018 by Edward Hatfield

Well met, reader! Not long until Christmas... We are further into Winter. My nose runs; the house freezes around us. In the mornings I drive to Mach wearing my coat […]

Octoberystwyth

Octoberystwyth

Posted on 6 November 2018 by Edward Hatfield

Dear reader, you might be thinking, “oh no, not again. Here goes that eccentric student, sounding off about god-knows-what.” If you weren’t thinking it, you are now, because you just […]