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The BUSOG is a national society dedicated to obstetrics and gynaecology for medical students and pre-specialty doctors in the UK. The BUSOG Committee

We are in association with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. FOUNDING
The British Undergraduate Society of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (BUSOG) was founded in 2012 by Lamis Latif and co-founded by Hasan Naveed with help and support from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. WHAT WE PLAN TO DO

We will host a BUSOG events days such as the BUSOG national conference day, where students can present research, projects and posters and have the opportunity to be chosen to present at the RCOG annual conference day. We plan to be a source of information on funding and opportunities for electives and involvement in O&G projects ongoing in the UK. Our website will be an online destination for those interested in obstetrics and gynaecology. It will enable students to access educational resources, including podcasts and revision notes. It will encourage shared learning, with monthly prizes for the best submitted and peer-reviewed revision articles on common O&G topics. Our website will also host a forum where students can participate in discussion, share experiences of and tips for O&G placements and we will offer the opportunity to curate a BUSOG blog. We plan to work with and for students and junior doctors who are discovering what obstetrics and gynaecology has to offer. JOIN OUR TWITTER PAGE

Although our website is under construction why not join our page: www.facebook.com/TheBUSOG, as well as our twitter page: www.twitter.com/TheBUSOG for the latest updates, news, and information related to obstetrics and gynaecology! THE TEAM

President – Anna Harvey (busogpresident@gmail.com)
Vice-President – Harry Phillips (busogvicepresident@gmail.com)
Secretary – Dania Badran (busogsecretary@gmail.com)
Media Coordinator – Jack Teh (busogmedia@gmail.com)
Events and Finance Coordinators - Katrina Freimane and Molly Kavanagh (busogevents@gmail.com and busogtreasurer@gmail.com)
Pre-Speciality Representative - Shobini Sukumaran (busogprespecialty@gmail.com)

We hope you will join us in this exciting new endeavour.

24/07/2025

After the great success of our first journal club last month, we are excited to advertise the second edition focused on Bridging the Gap in Women's Health - Exploring the systemic, social, and economic factors that contribute to unequal health outcomes among women.

The event will take place on 4th August at 7pm on Teams - link will be found in our bio above. There are still opportunities to present yourself, if you are interested, please sign up via the form in the link tree!

16/06/2025

BUSOG is looking for a Treasurer to join our national committee 🙌

If you’re reliable, organised, good with numbers, and confident applying for sponsorship opportunities — we want to hear from you!

Deadline: Sunday 6th July
Apply via the link in our bio!

04/06/2025

We are very excited to launch a new scheme - BUSOG’s first journal club!

We will host one journal club per month online, giving attendees opportunities to discuss interesting topics or cases in O&G. Attendees will have opportunities to present their own case/ piece of literature if they wish & certificates will be provided for this.

Our first event will be 18th June at 7pm on MedAll, where we will have 2 of our own Pre-Specialty Ambassadors presenting cases with a surgical theme! Please register your interest here: https://forms.gle/vSS96jnFmXDMVVb47

03/06/2025

🩺 O&G Journeys 🩺

Meet Dr Ummulkhulsum Ibrahim, an Obstetrics & Gynaecology doctor and dedicated BUSOG mentor.

In this post, she shares:
- A memorable patient interaction that’s stayed with her
- The best career advice she’s ever received
- What students should develop beyond academics to thrive in O&G
- Her hopes for what mentorship can offer aspiring doctors

Swipe through to hear her reflections and gain insight into life as an O&G doctor!

27/05/2025

BUSOG Spotlight

In this week’s feature, Ella McLaughlin, our BUSOG Ambassador at the University of Sunderland, shares an extraordinary case from the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford.

Lucy Isaac, diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 12 weeks pregnant, underwent a groundbreaking five-hour operation where her womb, still containing her baby, was temporarily removed to allow for cancer treatment.

This remarkable story showcases the potential of life-saving surgery during pregnancy, the power of multidisciplinary teamwork, and the evolving landscape of maternal care.

21/05/2025

O&G OSCE Tutorial

Do you want to smash your O&G OSCEs and score top marks?

Join us for our talk led by an O&G registrar in Cambridge, packed with tips on how to ace your exam!

Date: 29th May
Time: 6pm
Link: Sent to all sign-ups on the day
Certificates provided!

Don’t miss out — sign up now and get exam-ready!

16/05/2025

O&G Journeys

Meet Dr Rukayat Salawu-Giwa, an Obstetrics & Gynaecology doctor working across Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, and Rutland, and a mentor on the BUSOG Mentorship Scheme.

She shares what drew her to O&G, what makes the specialty so rewarding, and her reflections on mentorship, career milestones, and advice for aspiring doctors.

Swipe to read her story and gain insights into the world of O&G!

13/05/2025

BUSOG Resource Spotlight

This week’s recommendations come from Hannah-Marie Culley, our BUSOG Student Ambassador at Brighton and Sussex Medical School!

She highlights two insightful podcasts:

The Obs Pod – A podcast hosted by an NHS obstetrician, exploring both clinical topics and often-overlooked aspects of pregnancy, like incarceration during pregnancy.

RCOG’s TOG Podcast – Fascinating interviews with O&G professionals and allied health workers, sharing their journeys and advice for aspiring clinicians.

Link in bio to explore!

06/05/2025

BUSOG Resource Spotlight

This week’s recommendation comes from Alicia Walker, our BUSOG Student Ambassador for UCL!

Alicia highlights an incredible article about the UK’s first womb transplant birth. The article explores the importance of a multidisciplinary team, the new hope this breakthrough offers to women facing infertility, and the ethical challenges around womb donation.

You can find the link to the article in our bio!

02/05/2025

O&G Journeys

We’re excited to launch O&G Journeys, a new series where we spotlight inspiring mentors and explore their paths into obstetrics and gynaecology.

Our first feature is Dr William Wilson-Theaker, Consultant in O&G and a dedicated mentor on the BUSOG Mentorship Scheme.
In this post, he shares what led him to O&G, what he loves about the specialty, and his top advice for anyone considering this career path.

Swipe through to hear his story and get inspired!

29/04/2025

BUSOG Resource Spotlight

This week’s recommendation comes from Amelie Champagnon, our BUSOG Student Ambassador at Newcastle Medical School!

She’s highlighted the BMJ’s Women’s Health and Gender Inequalities collection — a brilliant set of articles, opinion pieces, and an audio series exploring progress and ongoing challenges in women’s health.

Read on to find out why Amelie thinks this is an essential resource for anyone interested in the gendered aspects of healthcare — and check out the link in our bio to explore it yourself!

26/04/2025

Join us for the RCOG Careers Day 2025, in collaboration with BUSOG!

Whether you’re curious about a career in obstetrics and gynaecology or looking for advice on your next steps, this event is for you. Find more information and register by scanning the QR code, or follow this link: https://rcog.eventsair.com/rcog-careers-2025

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FOUNDING The British Undergraduate Society of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (BUSOG) was founded in 2012 by Lamis Latif and co-founded by Hasan Naveed with help and support from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. WHAT WE DO We host events such as the BUSOG/RCOG Medical Student Conference Day, where students can present research, projects and posters and have the opportunity to be chosen to present at the RCOG annual conference day. We also act as a source of information on funding and opportunities for electives and involvement in O&G projects ongoing in the UK. Our website is the online destination for those interested in obstetrics and gynaecology and is currently in the process of being revamped. It will enable students to access educational resources, including podcasts and revision notes. It will encourage shared learning, with monthly prizes for the best submitted and peer-reviewed revision articles on common O&G topics. Our website will also host a forum where students can participate in discussion, share experiences of and tips for O&G placements and we will offer the opportunity to curate a BUSOG blog. In short, we work with, and for, students and junior doctors who are discovering what obstetrics and gynaecology has to offer. SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS why not join our page: www.facebook.com/TheBUSOG, as well as our twitter page: www.twitter.com/TheBUSOG and Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/busog_students/ for the latest updates, news, and information related to obstetrics and gynaecology! THE TEAM President: Charlotte Williams - president@busog.org.uk General Secretary: Kayleigh Gibbs- generalsecretary@busog.org.uk Events Coordinator: Niyati Sodani - events@busog.org.uk Treasurer & IT: Sarah Adams - treasurer@busog.org.uk

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