Medical Student Session

4.30pm – 6pm BST, 19 September 2024 ‐ 1 hour 30 mins

Room: Hall 10

Specialist Society

Hall 10

T&O Careers Day - ‘Grand Theft Ortho’

Designed for undergraduates and junior doctors, the day consists of sessions designed to deliver insight into orthopaedic surgery and provide a glimpse of life as an orthopaedic surgeon, including information on various career pathways.

It will be immersive day of fun and stimulating interaction between all the players of T&O - surgeons, trainees & medical students from around the U.K. Don’t miss out on meeting the diverse array of the most inspirational orthopaedic role models helping you to rise to the top of T&O!

Agenda:

17:00 - 17:45 National Exam Jamila Tukur Jido

17:50 - 18:10 Winners & Election Results Naadir Nazar, BOMSA Committee

Speakers

Naadir Nazar

Core Surgical Trainee, BOMSA President, Barts NHS Trust

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Jamila Tukur Jido

Foundation Year 1 Doctor, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (QEUH)

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Naadir Nazar

Core Surgical Trainee, BOMSA President, Barts NHS Trust

Dr. Naadir Nazar is an incoming Core Surgical Trainee at the Barts NHS Trust. He graduated from the University of Bristol Medical school with an MBChB and an intercalated BSc in Functional and Clinical Anatomy with honors.

Over the past three years, Dr. Nazar has played a pivotal role in the British Orthopaedic Medical Students Association (BOMSA), currently serving as President after previously holding the position of Vice President and initially Co-founding the organisation in 2021. During this time, BOMSA has grown into one of the largest organisations for medical students and foundation doctors in the UK, hosting over 200 events regionally and nationally to help increase access to orthopaedics for medical students, initiating the first orthopaedic research grant for medical students and establishing the first national orthopaedic mentoring program for medical students in the country. In addition to his work with BOMSA, Dr. Nazar has been actively involved in national orthopaedic education and training initiatives.

He previously served on the British Orthopaedic Trainees Association (BOTA) National Committee and is currently a member of the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) Education & Careers Committee. His commitment to medical education is further demonstrated by his completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education. Dr. Nazar has a strong passion for Trauma and Orthopaedic surgery, with a significant track record in research and education. He has been published in peer-reviewed journals, presented his work at national conferences, and has organized national and international teaching series and conferences.

Jamila Tukur Jido

Foundation Year 1 Doctor, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (QEUH)

Jamila Tukur Jido is a dedicated Foundation Year 1 doctor at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, with a profound interest in trauma and orthopaedics. Jamila is passionate about advancing the field through clinical practice, academic pursuit’s and medical education in Orthopaedic surgery.

In her role as the Regional Committees Lead on the British Orthopaedic Medical Students Association (BOMSA), she collaborates with regional representatives at each university to organise nationwide orthopaedic events aimed at inspiring the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons. These events provide valuable opportunities for medical students and foundation doctors to explore the field, gain hands-on experience, and connect with professionals and mentors in orthopaedic surgery. Jamila is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages all potential orthopods regardless of their background, to pursue a career in trauma and orthopaedics.

In her role, Jamila is devoted to inspiring the next generation of orthopaedic colleagues, ensuring that the field of trauma and orthopaedics is appealing to all. Jamila's dedication to spreading knowledge and passion for orthopaedics is a testament to her belief in the transformative power of education and the crucial role of mentorship in shaping the future of Orthopaedic surgery.