COMMITTEE 2023/24
PRESIDENT
Jingjing Wang
Hiya! My name’s Jingjing and I’m delighted to be the ESSS President for this academic year. I’m entering my fifth year (of med school and ESSS - they still haven’t gotten rid of me yet ahaha), having previously intercalated in BMedSci (Hons) Surgical Sciences. My primary interests lie in Paediatric and Orthopaedic surgery, but I’m also really passionate about academic surgery, education, widening participation, and promoting diversity in surgery. If any of these pique your interest, send me a message! I look forward to representing ESSS and supporting our incredible committee in the exciting projects we are running this year.
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
Beatrice Lofthouse
Hello, I'm Beatrice and I'm very much looking forward to taking on the role of Senior Vice-President this upcoming academic year. I am a current fifth-year student, and this will be my fourth year on the ESSS committee. In third-year I undertook a BMedSci intercalated degree in Physiology. My interest is General Surgery, as well as surgical research and education. I'm excited to be part of such a diverse and enthusiastic committee this year!
JUNIOR VICE PRESIDENT
Luca Kovacs
Hello! My name is Luca and I'm excited to be this year's JVP. I am currently a 5th year medical student, and this will be my third year on the ESSS committee. I have an interest in orthopaedics (although my placement on cardiothoracics has definitely thrown a small spanner in the works) as well as education, widening participation and diversity in surgery. I look forward to running this year's Careers Roadshow and getting stuck in with the other fantastic events ESSS run every year. If you have any questions about anything, feel free to send a message my way, and I look forward to meeting you at our events!
SECRETARY
Sannah Ali
Hello! My name is Sannah and I am excited to be secretary this year. I am currently in fourth year and intercalated in Surgical Sciences last year. I am interested in surgery and research, particularly trauma, reconstructive and plastic surgery. I am looking forward to working with the amazing committee this year and excited for all that we will accomplish together.
TREASURER
Aava Param
Hello! My name is Aava and I am this year's treasurer! I am currently in my 6th year of medicine (my third here at edinburgh!) and I am originally Canadian. I am interested in most aspects of surgery, and I am currently exploring general, orthopaedics, and plastics. I am incredibly excited for all this committee is going to accomplish this year and please don't hesitate to reach out and get involved!
PUBLICITY MANAGERS
Dani JonckHi everyone! I’m Dani and I’m so excited to be part of the incredible committee this year as Publicity Manager. I’ve always had my heart set on surgery, and I’m currently interested in vascular and orthopaedic surgery (although I’m always open to others). I have attended so many interesting ESSS events and am thrilled to be able to get involved this year. I look forward to sharing all the exciting events and can’t wait to meet you all! :)
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Arushi RastogiHello! My name is Arushi Rastogi and I'm really excited to be part of the ESSS committee as a Publicity Manager alongside Dani. Attending the various society events in my first year of medical school has made me aware of the possibilities of surgical specialities, and I look forward to exploring them further in my upcoming years at University. My interests are fluid though I am currently curious about transplant surgery! I really urge everyone to attend the awesome events ESSS will run - even if you think surgery isn't for you - you might get surprised at what you discover.
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CONFERENCE CONVENOR
Sarah Hutton
Hey! I’m Sarah and I’m excited to be the conference convenor for this academic year. I am in 6th year and am keen to have a fun final year working on an amazing conference! I’m interested in orthopaedic surgery as well as neurosurgery. Being from a widening participation background I’m passionate about bridging the gap in surgery for WP applicants. I’m always keen to offer teaching and advice so feel free to message me :) Once again I am delighted to be conference convenor and be part of this wonderful committee.
SURGICAL SKILLS MANAGERS
Hiya, my name is Rayyan Khalid, I am a first-year medical student from Glasgow. A little bit about me, I like to play table tennis and go to the gym in my free time. I am excited to be involved in the society this year since surgery is a big passion of my own. This year I will be one of the surgical skill managers and I am thrilled to be working with Adam Blyth. I hope to use my skills to help the society as best as possible and I look forward to the rest of the year.
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Hi everyone, I’m Adam and I'm looking forward to working alongside Rayyan Khalid as one of the surgical skills managers this year. I am currently in my 3rd year intercalating in BMedSci (Hons) Surgical Sciences and have been attending surgical skills and other events run by the society since first year. I have a strong interest in surgery, but I am still undecided about any of the specialities at this time. I’m excited to be part of the committee this year and work with everyone to ensure that it is a fun and rewarding experience for all members.
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OUTREACH CONVENOR
Juliusz Rogowski
Hi folks, I’m Juliusz, I’m in year 5 and I am the current outreach convenor. I still have no idea what I want to do when I grow up so right now all subspecialties of surgery fascinate me. This year I will be leading the events aimed at prospective students who need our help in getting a fair shot at applying to med school. Any prospective students, or those with an interest in widening participation, please do feel free to contact me with any queries.
ACADEMIC TUTORIALS MANAGER
William Cawley
Hey there, my name is Will and this year I'll be the Academic Tutorials Manager for the society! Over the last few years, I've developed a keen interest in orthopaedic surgery. Outside of medicine, I enjoy playing rugby, squash and golf. I'm excited for my second year on the committee and I hope to be able to run some amazing tutorials covering as much of the surgical world as possible!
SPONSORSHIP MANAGER
Vanessa Chou
Hello there! My name is Vanessa, I am currently in 5th year and the sponsorship manager for ESSS. I very much enjoy the hands-on side of medicine, and surgery is definitely in line with my interest, especially since intercalating in surgical sciences. I will do my best to secure as many sponsors as possible to ensure we provide the highest quality of experiences for our members. Look forward to seeing everyone at our events.
1ST YEAR REPRESENTATIVE
Aaron Chong
Hello! I am Aaron Chong, an international student from Singapore, and I will be the representative for my peers in year 1 of medical school this academic year. Although I don't know what specialties to commit to yet, I do know that surgery is one of the most interesting things in medicine and look forward to finding out more with ESSS and, of course, with my friends in year 1. If you and I are not friends yet, feel free to approach me! Although people tell me I can be intimidating, fret not, I'm actually quite friendly, and will be even more friendly if you plan on joining ESSS! (General membership is free in case you didn't know!!) I can't wait to be a part of the upcoming ESSS events and am looking forward to an amazing academic year with everyone!