Explore Medicine and Healthcare With Interactive Workshops at IMU This December 2023

From preparing dental models to taking blood, this is an immersive experience you won’t want to miss.

Published 05 Dec 2023

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Do you have dreams of pursuing a career in medicine and healthcare but you’re not quite sure if it’s right for you? What better way to find out than to get hands-on exposure through International Medical University (IMU)’s Student Exploratory Workshops that are happening this 19 – 21 December 2023.

An annual event that’s highly anticipated, IMU’s Student Exploratory Workshops allow you to explore the fields of medicine, dentistry and health sciences through a series of interactive activities. From learning how to prepare plaster dental models for artificial teeth and taking a patient’s blood to developing digital health applications using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, you’ll come away with a deeper understanding of the medical and healthcare field.

Interested? Keep on reading for more details below. 

When and where?

There will be 3 workshops that you can attend depending on your interests.

(a) Intro to Medicine and Health Sciences

  • Date: 19 – 20 December 2023 (Tuesday – Wednesday)
  • Time: 9am – 5.30pm 
  • Fee: RM230 (early bird: RM200)
  • Venue: IMU Bukit Jalil Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Workshop highlights:

  • Learn about the gross anatomy and histology of lymphoid organs and common organisms causing infections in humans
  • Hands-on experience with the opportunity to handle models and microscopes
  • Explore the various major branches in Psychology through five interactive game stations
  • Learn how to develop digital health applications using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 
  • Experience Biotechnology through fun and engaging activities on DNA extraction, gel loading and observing DNA separation using electrophoresis 
  • Dive into the world of forensic fingerprinting 
  • Discover the practical application of Chinese herbs, tuina, bone manipulation, and a diverse range of acupuncture techniques

(b) Intro to Dentistry 

  • Date: 21 December 2023 (Thursday)
  • Time: 9am – 1pm 
  • Fee: RM110 (early bird: RM90)
  • Venue: IMU Bukit Jalil Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Workshop highlights:

  • Learn how to prepare plaster dental models for artificial teeth in IMU’s well-equipped dental laboratory

(c) Intro to Medicine 

  • Date: 21 December 2023 (Thursday)
  • Time: 2pm – 5pm 
  • Fee: RM110 (early bird: RM90)
  • Venue: IMU Bukit Jalil Campus, Kuala Lumpur

Workshop highlights:

  • Learn about the venipuncture skills, hand washing and taking blood
  • Hands-on experience on Virtual Reality (VR) with the opportunity to experience digital technology in medical education
  • Gain knowledge through a simulation session

To secure the early bird rate, you’ll need to complete your registration and payment before 15 December 2023.

Click here to register now.

Why should you attend?

Still uncertain? Here's what you need to know to make up your mind. At these workshops, you’ll get to:

  • Engage in a variety hands-on activities to give you a comprehensive view of healthcare education and practice
  • Learn from IMU’s experienced healthcare educators through interactive sessions and discussions
  • Find out more about the various opportunities and potential career paths as a healthcare professional
  • Experience learning firsthand in IMU's modern and well-equipped facilities

Transform your aspirations into reality at IMU today. Reserve your spot by leaving your details in the form below.

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