In this episode of Very Junior Doctors, Naabil sits down with Hamaad, an inspiring graduate medical student, advocate, and trailblazer in medical education and health justice. From his pivotal experiences in social prescribing to leading campaigns like Medicine Unheard, Hamaad shares his journey of redefining medicine, championing patient advocacy, and resisting the narrative of doom and despair often faced by young doctors.
Hamaad’s work highlights the beauty in medicine, seeing beyond over-medicalization, understanding the social determinants of health, and harnessing lived experiences to drive meaningful change. He offers practical advice for medical students and future doctors on finding their voice, engaging with leaders, and making a real impact in healthcare while staying grounded in their passions.
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Connect with Hamaad:
Email- hamaadkhan98@gmail.com
LinkedIn- linkedin.com/in/hamaad-khan
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hamaadakhan/
Medicine Unheard- https://open.spotify.com/show/2MrI7ryHzibBfIzdtP4V36?si=7cc07e7e7f0e4cab