ASPIRE Special Yearbook Edition 2021-2022

THIS IS OUR YEARBOOK.

CONTENTS

About AMSA International

Words from Advisory Board & Executive Committee from Regional Chairpersons from Editorial Board

Letters

about us conference and founded the prestigious international organisation. The member nations increased gradually as the founding members of AMSA inspired neighbouring countries with its admirable vision.

Today, AMSA International has grown into a dynamic studentled, not-for-profit, non-political organisation. With members and friends spanning the globe, AMSA International has branched and introduced many exciting subsidiaries and activities to be undertaken regionally and nationally within the member nations. With our amazing partners and sponsors, we are able to have inter-organisational collaborations of academic, sociocultural and public health coverage, not to forget the exchange projects that have managed to foster trans-continental long-lasting friendships.

We promote scientific and medical activities to increase and expand our knowledge whilst training to become the medical professionals of the future. our vision

Knowledge Action

As medical students, we are concerned for the community around us and endeavour to do things for the benefit and improvement of our fellow citizens.

To promote understanding in medical and health problems, as well as to share experiences in solving them.

To uphold humanitarian ideals and medical ethics.

To promote the interest and welfare of medical students in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

To foster unity and promote profound interpersonal relationships amongst its Members.

To encourage cooperation among future doctors in the Asia‐Pacific region and beyond.

Friendship our purpose

As future doctors, we aim to build and maintain a good relationship among our colleagues of the Asia-Pacific and beyond.

our members

FULL MEMBERS

Australia

OBSERVER MEMBERS

Kazakhstan

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

AMSEP (Asian Medical Students’ Exchange Programme) is an integral programme unique to AMSA. The programme allows members of AMSA to participate in a 5 to 10-day preclinical or clinical exchange to a chapter of their liking. The programmes and activities held during an AMSEP vary, subject to discussion by the involved parties. Nonetheless, AMSEP intrinsically roots back to AMSA’s philosophy: Knowledge, Action, and Friendship with three main pillars – academic, sociocultural and community service. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, all offline exchange programmes have been put to halt and as we continue to strive in virtual sustainability, we aspire to venture further in creating exciting memories together. All offline exchange programmes are currently replaced with virtual exchanges within AMSA chapters and with EMSA and FAMSA respectively.

This tenure, the AMSACAD family has 3 flagship projects:

The AMSA Academics (AMSACAD) subsidiary of AMSA International, is a functional subsidiary of AMSA International, with the purpose to maintain the academic integrity of AMSA International and the “Knowledge” vision of AMSA. The subsidiary has been known to hold biannual competitions on specific topics complying to medical education syllabus. The Director of Academics (DoA) of AMSA International is the utmost position in the Academics subsidiary, governing the hierarchy. The National DoA of respective chapters have the responsibility to assist the DoA of AMSA International at chapter level and initiate local academic activities. The International DoA along with the National DoA aim to provide a borderless and gratis experience towards of knowledgetransfer to medical students around Asia, Asia-Pacific & beyond. International collaborations are often sought from professional healthcare providers and renown academicians to pull out various academic activities.

The Global Health subsidiary of AMSA International, emphasises the purpose to uphold and maintain the global and public health virtues (Action philosophy) of AMSA International. The subsidiary generally functions to coordinate and promote public health activities intended for further development of AMSA International at chapter level, and global health initiatives at international level. Working together, medical students learn how to serve the community productively with partners, across the country and around the world in settings that are often unfamiliar and challenging.

The main flagship programme of the subsidiary is Asian Medical Students’ Outreach Programme (AMSOP) and AMSA Community Service are two programmes designed on the values of compassion, creativeness, diversity, excellence. integrity, leadership, professionalism, respect, responsibility and teamwork. The Director of Global Health (DoGH) of AMSA International is the utmost position in the Public Health subsidiary, governing the hierarchy. The National DoPGH of respective chapters have the responsibility to assist the DoGH of AMSA International at chapter level and initiate local public health advocacies. The International DoGH along with the National DoPGH aims to bring together the medical students around Asia, Asia-Pacific & beyond to work together around various focus areas concerning global and public health, and contribute towards improving the health & wellbeing of the surrounding community in general and society as a whole.

The Journal of Asian Medical Students’ Association (JAMSA) (ISSN: 2226-3403) is a double-blind peer reviewed, online open-access student led biomedical journal published biannually. It is led and coordinated by the Chief Editor of Journal of Asian Medical Students’ Association. JAMSA is indexed at Ulrichsweb, Google Scholar, IndexCopernicus and Gale Cangage learning, and does not charge any publication fee. It allots DOI to the articles and publishes research annually. We encourage all forms of scientific writing including Original Research articles, Review Articles, Case Reports, feature articles, letters to the editor etc. for submissions, adjunct with workshops and competitions particularly those at AMSC and EAMSC to ensure a standardised research quality.

The AMSA Alumni Club connects and networks AMSA alumni. It does not stand in chapters. Rather, it exists at an international scale and gathers all AMSA alumni from all AMSA chapters into one association.

AMSAAC and AMSA International partnership: AMSA Big Family Day

AMSA International eNewsletter aims to provide quarterly updates on events, notices and opportunities with various themes. It is led and coordinated by the Chief Editor of eNewsletter. The AMSA International eNewsletter is expected to provide members a broad insight regarding latest opportunities under AMSA International and discussions to the members’ favour. All members of AMSA International are welcomed to contribute to the eNewsletter. With that being said, the eNewsletter also serves as a platform to strengthen relationships between members, alumni and partners of AMSA International. Alumni and members from other medical student organisations are also welcomed to contribute to the eNewsletter at every open call for submission.

annual conferences

Conferences are the main projects each year and belong to AMSA International. Our objectives are to stimulate learning among medical students about relevant issues affecting health, to foster relationships among medical students from the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, to provide a forum for medical students to discuss various topics of common medical interest and gain insights from different perspectives, to motivate medical students to take positive actions toward the achievement of better health in their Member, and to encourage future medical cooperation among doctors from the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

Each conference is a week-long event composed of various activities, such as academic activities which includes academic competitions, lectures, small group discussions, technical tours, and academic workshops. We also includes sociocultural and community service activities such as cultural night, sightseeing, cultural workshops, country exhibition, community visits, and health promotion campaign. There are two conferences, Asian Medical Students’ Conference (AMSC) which is held between July and August, and East Asian Medical Students‘ Conference (EAMSC) which is held between December and January.

VIGNESH general secretary

Well, I am Vignesh, a final year medical student from Madras Medical College, India. I love to know about people coming from various background, develop friendship with them and to learn their culture.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International This tenure is a roller-coaster ride. With each and every matter being handled it taught me a lot of life lessons through the greatest teacher – Experience. Nevertheless I am forever grateful to AMSA International for giving me an opportunity to get along with various souls with true spirit of AMSA

Any message for the next tenure?

With AMSA International being officially registered as I-NGO, I wish all the best for all the future endeavours. Also try to uphold the 3 main values upon which this organisation is built upon – Knowledge, Action and Friendship.

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QUALITY CONTROL

Quality Control (QC) is the process of checking all documents and designs under the name ‘AMSA International’ before they are published electronically and/or printed physically. Done to ensure that the brand of AMSA International in maintained in an international platform all mails and documents are critically scrutinised.

Greetings, People of Tomorrow! My name is Alif as the Vice Overall Chairperson Internal 2021/2022.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International

It’s been an absolute life-changing journey for me. Many new experiences I gained and thousand lessons are learned from the aspect of intrapersonal and interpersonal which further develop my capacity as an individual and as a leader. What I like the most about AMSA International is that no matter where you come from, AMSA International family will always be there for you with open hands.

Any message for the next tenure?

All the best for the next tenure and let’s bring AMSA International to greater heights together, Viva AMSA!

INTERNAL MONTHLY MEETING event

The internal monthly meeting was conducted periodically at the end of the month to recap our overall progress for one month and discuss any major problems that are still not solved so we able to come out with a solution together. In addition, we also briefly explain our plan for the upcoming month and inform each other if we might need help to conduct any of our plans of action. Even if it seems formal, the truth was it also becomes a time for us to share about our condition, and life outside the work, which bond us closer together.

MUIZ IBRAHIM

director of information technology

Hi all! My name is Muiz and I am from Maldives. I love all things tech and science, specially the maker community. I am also a video game enthusiast. I am an indoor person, so most of my time hiking is done in games

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International

It was a roller coaster of emotions at AMSA International. I cherished every moment I had with AMSA International. Learned a lot of valuable knowledge and gained a lot of experiences, specially people skills and organizational skills. I am forever grateful for this opportunity

Any message for the next tenure?

It is always exciting and hence embrace the challenge. Don’t let the stress burn you but add it as experience points to your XP bar.

MASTERCLASS OF WEB DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT event

It was a masterclass about how to get started in Web design and development for those who want to get started but are confused with the technologies available. Aimed for the chapters and meant to be a way point for the chapters to implement their own websites

Greetings people of tomorrow!

My name is Mikail, and I am the outgoing director of academics (DoA) for the 2021/2022 tenure. From 1 year working in AMSA International, I have experienced a multitude of opportunities to develop the academic of ‘Knowledge ‘side of AMSA International. Despite focusing only on academics, I have worked with different ECs and parties that in the end, I felt like I have experienced AMSA from all the three core philosophies. For the next tenure, I really hope the organization could prosper even further, especially from all the trials and turbulations that we experienced this tenure. This one year has been incredibly memorable, and I hope everyone feels the same too.

CHAPTER CONNECT! event

This tenure marked an incredible feat for the AMSACAD subsidiary as for the first time since its formation, the subsidiary was united once more. Through this newfound camaraderie between National-Directors of Academics (N-DoA), the subsidiary was able to conduct collaborations never seen before under academics. Alongside the huge branding change, programs that were initiated as a subsidiary include the 1st AMSA International Summit, the 2nd Future Pathway Camp, and the novel themed-competition based AMSACAD masterclass. With such initiatives being made this tenure, we look forward to maintain the bonds forged, and seek out new collaborations in the next tenure to come.

KASSIE GRACELLA PUTRI chief editor of eNewsletter

Hi everyone! My name is Kassie Gracella, and you can call me Kassie for short. I am a third-year medical student and a master of research candidate!

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International AMSA International has provided me with new opportunities beyond my comfort zone and friends all over the world. I learned how to approach different situations with an open mind, and celebrate the differences between us all.

Any message for the next tenure? Enjoy the ride! Even though a year seems like such a long period of time, you would not realize how quick time flies until the end of the tenure.

As the first issue of the tenure, ASPIRE #35, in collaboration with One Health Lessons, managed to ignite the enthusiasm for writing within chapters all over the world. We also launched our first ever Meet the Expert Series with Dr. Deborah Thomson, DVM, and held an article writing competition as well.

This message is from Oshin Puri, a fourth professional medical student from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India and the outgoing Chief Editor of the Journal of Asian Medical Students’ Association (JAMSA) finally retiring after having the opportunity to lead the journal, and serve the organisation and its members for 2 years in a row.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International AMSA International has nurtured me into a mature and professional medical student through innumerable experiences that are memories I can never forget. I shall remain eternally grateful to the organisation for the love it has given me.

Any message for the next tenure?

AMSA International’s culture is one of a kind and must be preserved as such for generations of Asian Medical Students to witness and experience.

MEDICAL EDUCATION RESEARCH GRANT 2022 event

For the first time in its 37 history, the Asian Medical Students’ Association (AMSA) International took upon itself the responsibility to support budding physicianscientists to pursue research even in resource limited settings by providing the most exceptional ideas with research grants. Initiated in collaboration with ScholarRx, Medical Education Research Grant (MERG) is aimed to support upto 3 medical students across AMSA International with a Grant of upto $500 to postulate unconventional hypothesis, do ground-breaking research and generate evidence to improve medical education within Asia, Asia-Pacific, Oceana, The United Kingdom’s and beyond. The theme for MERG 2022 was “Medical Education - Where Change is the only Constant!”

OSHIN PURI of the of Asian

FAIDA UFAIRA PRAMESWARI

Greetings, I’m Faida from AMSA Indonesia! I’m a part-time 5th-year medical student and a full-time Director of Publications and Promotions of AMSA International 2021/2022!

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International Working together with the best medical students from all around the world is such an eye opener and such an unforgettable experience. Although our tenure was mostly spent online, the experience is real and one I will cherish for the rest of my life.

Any message for the next tenure?

I hope that AMSA International can become a place where Medical Students can develop the best of ourselves, especially in the field of Knowledge, Action, and Friendship. Viva AMSA!

director of publications and promotions event

First time ever made; AMSA International Podcast aimed to share the full AMSA International experience from A-Z. It is a unique opportunity to work with all the other ECs to curate the most enjoyable and informative Podcast for AMSA members. It is also an opportunity to start a new social media platform for AMSA International (Spotify) to increase the reach of AMSA International even more. This new programme holds so much potential for the future of AMSA International Publications and Promotions.

HIIIIIIIII I’M REVI <33333 hustling as a 4th year to be medical student, just obtained my art degree via AMSA International

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International It was a roller coaster ride with all my other 18 ECs, I am glad to be y’all part of rushing into deadline team. I hope I can see you guys in person soon and please do remember me we need to hang out and you guys need to buy me an ice cream as a form of apologize hehe. Thank you for working hard!

Any message for the next tenure? you can punch anyone who are submitting the PnP req late :D #PnPBoss

PnP X IT MASTERCLASS event

On 27-28 November 2021, DoPnP alongside with DoIT and DoMnD held one of the series of AMSA International Masterclass. It was a blast to be working with Faida, Muiz and Asma (honorable mention to Denis and Alif who is helping us with all the logistics we owe you a lot den n kak alif <3) Thank you also to Kak Auk and Muiz’s Friends who is willing to be the speaker on the event, this is a once in a lifetime experience on making an event on an international scale. The DoPnP and DoIT bonds really well, thanks Asma <3 of

HSUAN CHOU

director of marketing and sponsorhip

Hello, my dear AMSA family. I’m Eric Hsuan Chou, Director of Marketing and Sponsorship tenure 2021/2022. I am a 4 th year medical student from Fu Jen University in Taiwan.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International The kindness between executive board and members will be the best thing I will never forget.

Any message for the next tenure? Enjoy the ride and take a rest sometimes

DIGITAL LEARNING IN MEDICINE WORKSHOP event

Since the COVID19 outbreak, the medical education for a lot of medical schools has gone online. Not only lectures, but also internships in certain countries would require digital learning. However, the quality of medical education online is affected by many factors and is not stable, which would create great gaps among various health systems in the long term. Thus, this year AMSA International will partner with Lecturio (medical educational application) and Body Interact (clinical simulator) to solve this problem by holding this workshop. Lecturio and Body Interact offered discount codes and free trials to all AMSA members to help AMSA members to adjust to the new era. If anyone interested in the discount codes, feel free to use.

1. Lecturio (lecturio.com/ ) : 14-days free trial( lecturio.com/orgs/amsainternational/ )

2. Body Interact (bodyinteract.com/ ) : 20% discount codes: AMSA-Int20

Greetings people of tomorrow! I am Annisa/Denis, the departing Liaison Officer to Non-Medical Students’ Organisations of 2021/2022 tenure. AMSA International provided me with numerous opportunities, from fostering the partnership with our beloved partners, strengthen the bond with AMSA familia, and even honored to join my fellow EC’s events. These experiences provided three values AMSA has always sought: from Knowledge, Action, to Friendship. Working in the international environment taught me to cherish the diversity while humbling myself to hear the unpredecented ideas from my fellows. I hope the next tenure will propel AMSA International to greater heights, particularly through collaborations with NMSO.

Doctors and attorneys, as nobel professions, coexisted to serve the society. The two collide when scrub suits encounter a lawsuit, which is seldom mentioned among the professions. This novel-themed partnership between AMSA and ALSA was formed to give a venue for future physicians and lawyers to address medical malpractice. Workshops seek to comprehend what happens beyond the lens in each profession while dealing with it and to stimulate future collaboration between the two. This massive partnership comprised two speakers from separate continents and 196 students from 12 countries, making it the largest event under LONMSO jurisdiction this tenure.

GLADSON VAGHELA

director of membership and development

Namaste! My name is Gladson Vaghela, a final-year medical student from India, serving as the Director of Membership and Development (Conference) 2021/2022, responsible for strategic direction, vision, and growth of AMSA International’s biannual conferences.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International I am in awe of the multicultural work environment offered by AMSA International- it’s contagious and diversity is the norm!

Any message for the next tenure? Conferences helps people connect to the world by spending time with people in real life--speaking to them, interacting with them, and connecting with them. I wish my successor continues to make conferences a once-in-a-lifetime experience for medical students around the world!

AMSC 2022 KOREA COC event

The Director of Membership and Development (Conference) along with Senior Officers have the role of overseeing and ensuring the quality of conferences, with relations to the AMSA International activities. To have the opportunity to liaise with AMSC 2022 Korea COC was indeed something that I will cherish for years to come!

Hello everyone, I’m Rahul Rangan! I’m a medical student by profession, ENFJ-A by personality type and musician/ dancer/artist by passion.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International Before joining this organisation, I used to be a very shy person, but after a while, I’ve learnt how to speak in public confidently. I’ve also learnt to tackle problematic situations by being calm and composed. AMSA International has given me a myriad of life lessons and experiences which I’m truly grateful for.

Any message for the next tenure?

Stay true to yourself while you keep working as a team. Be open to new ideas and challenging thoughts. Treat yourself with the same kindness you would expect others to treat you with! All the very best <3

AMSEP BONDING SESSION event

We brought together all the National DoAMSEP’s to partake in a friendly get together to talk about everything other than work. We asked questions get everyone’s perspectives on some controversial topics such as pineapple on pizza, cats or dogs, beaches or mountains, etc. The session acted as a way of promulgating AMSA’s vision of friendship and everyone thoroughly enjoyed!

ANG ZI QI director of global health

I am Zi Qi, a third year medical student from the National University of Malaysia. Throughout my journey in AMSA, from local to international level, I has participated in and led various events. This is how I found my in-depth interest in creating impacts on the community especially improving their well-being.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International I loved how AMSA gave me lots of opportunities to grow and improve myself. With the opportunities and experiences, I gained my motivation to serve as the Director of Global Health of AMSA International, hoping to further expand and concrete the Global Health Subsidiary to make it a great platform for the members to learn and acquire essential skills in addressing health issues.

Any message for the next tenure? Come join us at the Global Health Subsidiary to learn more! Global Health Avengers, ASSEMBLE!

GLOBAL HEALTH TRAININGS event

A GHT refers to a training specially tailored for the members of AMSA International to empower participants with the resources and opportunities in global health. It is a series of at least four training sessions in one tenure. GHTs should be designed with simulated scenarios to encourage critical thinking and practical applications through deliveries by global health specialists, advised by the AMSA Global Health Advisory Board. Certifications are provided on completion of the series of GHTs.

The objectives guiding the GHTs are:

1. To focus on training AMSA members in the knowledge of Global Health to learn and develop skills such as policy-making, advocacy, rapporteur training, etc.;

2. To serve as a platform encouraging members to be trained and then partake in any international global health occasions.

Greetings, People of Tomorrow! My name is Alif as the Vice Overall Chairperson Internal 2021/2022. A very big and warm HELLO from me to you! My name is Annette Claudia Keiko, often called and known as Keiko. I am a third-year medical student, born and raised in Jakarta, but currently studying medicine at Gadjah Mada University, Yogyakarta. Some quick facts about me, I am an ENFP-A and also a Pisces, so you’ll definitely know if I am in the room! But I love to befriend anyone and I do networking with a passion. I love dad jokes, witty puns, and also dry humor, so please do tell me one if we ever get the chance to meet!

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International AMSA has taught both the expected and the unexpected. I have learned so much from all of the wonderful Executive Committees, Regional Chairpersons, and even partners I have had the pleasure to work with. AMSA International is a giant melting pot of culture, but also the epitome of an international studentled organisation, where people come together, no matter their background, to discuss ideas and make innovations for the betterment of medical students globally. I will gladly cherish all the hardships and lessons I have gained, but most importantly the pleasant memories I have made here. Thank you AMSA International!

Any message for the next tenure?

AMSA International is able to become what it is today through the hard work and dedication of its members, hence it is pivotal to nourish and grow that sense of belonging, ambition, and love for the organisation. I wish the next tenure all the very best and sincerely hope that everyone can write their own amazing journey in AMSA as I did with mine. Closing this chapter with two quotes that speak to my heart and hopefully do the same to yours:

“If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” “We are not a team because we work together. We are a team because we respect, trust, and care for each other.”

Always and forever, Viva AMSA!

ANNETTE

CLAUDIA KEIKO

liaison officer to medical students’ organisations

AMSA INTERNATIONAL EMSA COLLABORATION 2022 event

1. Approaches Towards Childhood Cancer: A Multi-Perspective Discussion

2. Refugee Awareness Week: An Intercontinental Perspective

As the leading medical student associations, especially in the Asia-Pacific and European region, AMSA International and EMSA recognise their responsibilities and the power it has to bring great advocation, spark international discourse, and shed light on important issues. During this tenure, we conducted two events highlighting the topic of childhood cancer and refugees’ health welfare. Both events followed a similar format of inviting prominent speakers in their field of expertise to share and equip participants with new insights, followed by a panel discussion session where participants can directly communicate and ask crucial questions to the forum. The event is closed by a friendship session to facilitate and forge new international friendships between the two continents.

ADVISORY BOARD

We advise – the advisors of the organisation.

Experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International AMSA International has burgeoned. The process to what it is today has been beautiful. The five of us mustered as a Usagyuuun fam bam and endeavoured to make the organisation as we envisaged. We were privileged by the trust endowed by the chapters and now, to officially flake off from the management.

Any message for the next tenure?

A spectrum of encumber and facilitation has been observed. We wish for the upcoming tenure to impede the unnecessary but address the best. Communicate, be professional and enjoy the beautiful diversity of AMSA. It is time to aim for sustainability more than ever. Stay hydrated and have faith as we believe in AMSA

Our organisation was kindly invited by the organising committee for a onehour slot again this year. One of the advisors – Marjorie, along with the LOMSO – Keiko, OC – Jimmy, and VOCI – Alif, represented the organisation for the allotted slot. The audience was cruised through the organisation’s profile and shared light on the keynote topic of “Against The Odds: Leading a Medical Students’ Organisation during a Pandemic”. The topic of the presentation was a sequel of the previous keynote lecture delivered in WPC 2021. Many participants stopped by our session and interacted passionately despite the time zone gap. The feedback was amazing, and the audience looked forward to more sessions with us next year.

En Xi LIM Regional Chairperson

AMSA Hong Kong

CHAIRPERSONS

Hello! My name is Annabelle, a year 2 med ical student from HKU and VP (RC) for AM SAHK for the 2021-22 tenure. I love cooking, eating, and staying healthy.

Any comment about experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International?

It was fun getting to know the other EC’s, SO’s and RC’s during internal meetings, bonding sessions, Masterclasses etc. I learned a lot from the talented I-EB in so many ways, from professionalism to new perspectives about Medicine.

Any message for the next tenure?

It’s all about the journey, so hang on and have fun!

AMSA Hong Kong

MedStart 2022

Every year, we host our flagship event Medstart, a 2-day immersion programme that focuses on empowering HK secondary students to explore the medical field, learn about medical school at both CUHK and HKU, and discover a career in medicine. This year, our theme was Mental Health Matters, and we focused on different aspects of mental health, neuroscience, and integrated healthcare in a variety of keynote speakers, PBL simulations, and group discussions.

CHAIRPERSONS MESSAGES

Hello, people of tomorrow! I am Aramva Bikram Adhikari, a 4th year medical stu dent from Institute of Medicine, Nepal and I’m currently serving as the Regional Chairperson of AMSA-Nepal!

Any comment about experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International?

Being a part of AMSA-International has been the experience of a lifetime for me so far. I have been able to make some valuable friendships with people from around the world and this is by far the best aspect of working in AMSA-Interna tional.

Any message for the next tenure?

Try to enjoy every second! All of the re sponsibilities may seem overwhelming at times, but this responsibility is a privilege!

EAMSC 2023 Bidding AMSA Nepal

EAMSC is coming back to Nepal! AMSA-Nepal won the right to host EAMSC 2023 after bidding in the online AGM. This is going be the AMSA-Nepal’s 2nd ever EAMSC and will be a proud moment for ev eryone involved. 5 years on after the 1st edition on 2018, we are ready to write a new chapter in our history!

Aramva Bikram Adhikari Regional Chairperson AMSA Nepal

Carmen Chang Jia Yinn Regional Chairperson AMSA Malaysia

Hello to all I-EB members, my name is Car men Chang and the Regional Chairperson of AMSA Malaysia Tenure 2021/2022. I am a second-year medical student from The National University of Malaysia (UKM).

Any comment about experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International?

I enjoyed being in AMSA International – the masterclasses, conferences, and the fact we could mingle around and meet new people. Super grateful of all the opportuni ties AMSA International has provided our members and the support the ECs have given us too throughout the tenure.

Any message for the next tenure?

I wish the incoming board all the best and hopefully all differences can turn into new opportunities for AMSA International. Looking forward to meeting people I have only met virtually, face-to-face in AMSC South Korea too.

AMSA Malaysia

‘REWIND’ stands for ‘Regeneration Workshop for Incoming Direc tors’. The philosophy of this workshop is ‘OPEN’ which stands for Opportunity, Prosperity and Notability. This philosophy is signifi cant to a regenerating organization because a new committee can embark on new opportunities to increase the prosperity of AMSA Malaysia which can make its image more notable. In short, regener ation opens new possibilities for AMSA Malaysia and the incoming Executive Committee should strive to ensure continuous improve ment of the organization. It was organized with the aim to increase awareness of AMSA Malaysia’s departments among the members of AMSA Malaysia and to increase interest among AMSA Malaysia’s members in joining AMSA Malaysia’s Executive Committee. 2022

Greetings, People of Tomorrow!

My name is Geraldus Sigap Gung Bina thara, but people call me Sigap, as the Regional Chairperson of AMSA Indonesia 2021/2022.

Any comment about experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International?

To our dearest ECs and RCs, thank you for such a fulfilling tenure! I feel honored to have joined AMSA International during this period of rapid expansion. Do know that your sacrifices, late-night meetings, and your love towards AMSA were not in vain. Good work! I look forward to meet ing everyone of you in person soon.

Any message for the next tenure?

As what Peter Hagerty once said, ‘Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever’. De spite the mountains conquered and the uphill battle, let’s continue to work hard to bring AMSA to even greater heights

AMSA Indonesia

ODYSSEY is an event to celebrate the 25th anniversary of AMSA In donesia with the theme of AMSA Indonesia’s 25-year journey, by implementing the three AMSA philosophies, namely Knowledge, Action, and Friendship. From ODYSSEY itself, AMSA Indonesia man aged to raise funds where the funds were used for the construction of a study room located in Sumba Barat Daya, NTT.

Geraldus Sigap Gung Binathara Regional Chairperson AMSA Indonesia

Hello everyone, I am Suzie, Regional Chair person of Japan 2021/2022. I was really an introvert, but thanks to AMSA, I was able to have many invaluable experiences.

Any comment about experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International?

I learned how important it is to actively en gage with people, to convey your thoughts properly, and to communicate yourself. No matter how small the opportunity may be, cherishing each and every encounter will lead to a bigger world.

Any message for the next tenure?

There is a Japanese proverb, “Birds of a feather flock together.” It seems that ev eryone here has chosen to join AMSA, but the truth is that you are here now because AMSA chose you and invited you. As a cho sen one, please enjoy your activities at AMSA in your own way.

AMSA Japan

AMSA Japan Farewell Party

This is an event to send off graduates in AMSA Japan. There are lec tures by alumni, panel discussions, and a reception with alumni and alumnae. This event, which we call [AMSA会: AMSA kai] in Japanese, is truly a Friendship-themed event where you can deepen your rela tionship not only with current board members but also with alumni and alumnae who are active in the world.

Suzue Hara Regional Chairperson

AMSA Japan

I’m the RC of AMSA Korea, and the HOC of the AMSC 2022 South Korea.

Any comment about experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International?

Most of my university life is filled with memories about AMSA Korea. Thank you for all of these experience.

Any message for the next tenure? Good Luck for Everybody! :)

AMSA Korea

Uyeong Shim Regional Chairperson

AMSC 2022 South Korea

AMSC 2022 South Korea will be physical conference in 2 and a half-year.

The main theme is ‘Telemedicine: is it optimal or suboptimal?”. It is held in Korea University.

AMSA Korea

Hi everyone! I am Gift Pormentira, the Re gional Chairperson of AMSA-Philippines. I love freediving, exploring new places, and trying out new and maybe exotic food. I have been to other AMSA-International countries and I love discovering their cul ture. I live by the saying “Wherever you go, go with all your heart.”

Any comment about experience, lessons, and what you liked the most from AMSA International?

It has been an honor serving AMSA-Inter national with the senior officers and my fellow RCs. This is a once in a lifetime op portunity and I’m grateful for all the expe riences that led to me AMSA-I.

Any message for the next tenure?

I will make this sweet but short - serve AM SA-I and your chapter wholeheartedly and to the best of your abilities. This is gonna be one of the best times of your life.

AMSA Philippines

General Assembly: Convalescence

I chose this event because it was the first event our new executive board held last tenure. This event catapulted us to create more proj ects for the members of AMSA-Philippines. It has also allowed the executive board and committee members to bond and to develop our camaraderie.

Gift J. Pormentira Regional Chairperson

AMSA Philippines

Priscilla Sayogo

Hello readers of ASPIRE, I’m Priscilla from Indonesia and currently I’m in my 3rd year as a medical student in Hang Tuah University. I love traveling and watching movies and dramas p.s. Feel free to recommend me any drama that you currently watch

Throughout my first ever tenure with AMSA International I’ve learned lots of things and developed as a person. I experienced a lot of my first time through AMSA International like my first ever insta gram live with a distinguished speaker, writing my first article and many more. I definitely made a lot of new connections through this experience. I want to thank all of my eNewsletter friends and espe cially our CEN for all of the support and for making my experience as a part of this subsidiary to be as wonderful as it could be.

Thrive and definitely have fun too during your time in AMSA Inter national. You will no doubt gain a lot of experience and develop as a person here. Wishing AMSA International the best luck for the next tenure and I hope we could all meet someday

Nur Hasanah

Hi hi hello everyone! I’m Hasanah from Malaysia, currently a 4th year medical student (struggling knee-deep in ortho) in Interna tional Islamic University Malaysia. I love playing music gigs on the side, just immersing myself in the piano keys or admiring guitar calluses. A true ESFJ right here.

It has been a positive experience so far! The only downside: not be ing able to meet the team in person. But that is to be expected while working in an international team. Through the programmes that we hosted, I was able to meet speakers who added value to my perspective of life. Kassie also has been a wonderful leader who al ways provided a safe space for our discussions. Just remember not to shoulder the whole workload on your own ya Kass <3

Be bold. Have fun. Keep ASPIRE alive!

Samantha Goh

Hi there! I am Samantha, a 4th year medical student at the Univer sity of Glasgow. I enjoy reading, watching movies and listening to good music!

I really enjoyed interacting with the team and being the liaison per son between the editorial board and our chapter. I’ve also enjoyed brainstorming themes and ideas for our newsletter publications. It was difficult gaining participation at first however, this improved through time and the various activities that we organized. I have personally grown and learnt so much just by being in this role and being a part of the team. Thank you!

Don’t give up, always remember why you started doing this in the first place! Medical journalism is a worthy pursuit!

Lloyd Anicier Barba

Mabuhay! I’m Lloyd from the Philippines. I am currently a clinical clerk of the Far Eastern Uni versity-Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation. I am an INTJ.

It’s not only a wonderful experience but also a meaningful endeavor to be part of this team. It is an honor to work with brilliant minds from the different chapters of AMSA International.

Have fun in your tenure!

Byambasuren Dashnyam

Greetings everyone! I am Byambasuren from Mongolia and you can call me Irene. I am fourth-year medical student now who en joys pathophysiology and tea. I love reading and writing articles, also horror books are very fun to read! Fun fact, I am an INFJ!

AMSA international greeted me with warm welcome and I felt very belonged here. Thank you so much for everyone, especially Kassie for guiding and supporting us throughout the whole year! These people really made me have hope for humanity, love you all <3

Have fun! You can broaden your experience, make friends, write ar ticles, learn about designing, proofreading, and many more. Don’t be shy to express your opinions and let’s meet each other in this journey together! Viva AMSA!

Bisma Arif

I’m a final year medical student. With my student life coming to an end, I’m ready to explore my ways through professional life. Writing has been the thing that I did with my studies constantly. How can I take this skill ahead now, you guys would see :D

Being with AMSA international gave me a feeling of a supportive friend circle that exists. Getting to know that all med students are the same across the globe had me relax :D

Make anything you do for AMSA the most creative and fun, as it’s a best opportunity to pour your ideas in.

Hello everyone! I’m Tania, a second year medical student from Hong Kong. Aside from studying (and losing a lot of sleep), music produc tion is my side hustle and I’m currently trying out aerial yoga!

AMSA International is an incredibly warm and welcoming commu nity that connects individuals from different countries and cultures. As a member of AMSA-I, nothing gives me more pride and joy than seeing every edition of ASPIRE we’ve published together. Thank you so much to everyone in our team for making this tenure a won derful and memorable one!

Make the most out of every opportunity and enjoy yourself while you’re at it!

Susmita Khatiwada

Hello, I am 2nd year medical student from Nepal who enjoy creat ing experience by having some types of thrill in life.

I remember myself at the day of my interview for Chapter Repre sentative and if I compare that me with today’s me, there I see a vast change regarding the way of communication, in the ground of skill, in decision making and in handling the responsibilities I am given. AMSA International has given me a lot of experience in my life. I got to know how to interact with new people with ease, how to convey messages in a more understandable and appropriate way and help me grow as a good human and good medical student. I am always grateful to AMSA International for this opportunity.

Develop a positive attitude to learn more about people, cultures and create a film of experience from whatever you do.

Rahul Gautam

I am a curious 2nd year medical student from Kyrgyzstan who wants to experience as many things as he possibly can.

This experience helped me massively develop my skillset and made me realise that our world is far smaller than we think it is. The thing I enjoyed the most in this tenure was the opportunity to work and interact with other people from all over the world.

Stay sharp, stay active and enjoy this experience to its fullest.

Tania Chan KONG

Hello everyone! I’m Nashita from Bangladesh, recently completed my final year of medical school. I am an ESTJ, potterhead, cat-lover and an amateur artist. I love reading, journaling, traveling and pho tography.

Through AMSA I’ve been able to learn and experience a lot of new things, meet wonderful fellow med students from around the world which helped me to grow as a person. I experienced my first time hosting an Instagram live through AMSA International with a celeb rity guest speaker along with writing my first article in AMSA for the same event. It has been a memorable journey overall and I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone here for their support and not to mention our sweetest CEN who has always been a wonderful presence, responsible and helpful all the time. Definitely going to miss everyone and everything here.

Have fun, interact more with your friends here and try to gather as many experiences as you can. There’s a whole new world of oppor tunities waiting for you here and it’s up to you to take the opportu nities and develop yourself as a person.

Kirsten Tsan

I am a final year medical student from Australia who loves to write and drink tea (preferably simultaneously!).

AMSA International is a place where you can con nect with your colleagues from across the globe. This experience taught me so much about communica tion, event management and working with an international team. I feel so lucky to have worked with such an amazing team this year - special shoutout to our CEN, who was always there with a smile and holding the ship together.

Nashita Nowshin BANGLADESH AUSTRALIA

Be open, be brave, and take initiative for the changes you want to see!

Shane (Wendy) Liu

I’m a second-year medical student from Taiwan who en joys challenges and adventures.

If you’re interested in working with the students from all over the world, or eager to figure out how to fulfill your dreams and what you can do as a medical students, AMSA International is the place you’re looking for, and I believe that you’ll enjoy the journey!

Don’t be afraid to step out from your comfort zone! You’ll see a whole new world indeed.

Hello! I’m Gifta, a second-year medical student from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga in Indonesia. I love travelling to new places and cafe hopping! My dream is to become a Plastic Surgeon! (wish me luck)

I learned A LOT of new things in AMSA International. I never thought that I would be able to join this subsidiary. Throughout my year of being a Proofreader, I learn to be a more detailed per son. I was able to read a lot of articles as well so I gained new knowledge from it. Last but not least: the people! I got to meet a lot of friendly people whom I got to share my experiences with. Being a part of AMSA International is surely something that I would not forget.

Don’t be afraid to take a step forward with AMSA International. Take the chance to join! You will experience a lot of things beyond your expectations and you will get to create beautiful friendships from it as well. All the best for AMSA International!

Shafira Meutia

Hi, everyone! I’m Shafira Meutia, a 3rd-year medical student at Universitas Indonesia and a member of AMSA Indonesia. My dream is to become either a dermatologist, nutritionist, or phys iatrist. I love to travel and admire the beauty of nature. I also enjoy learning or listening to different genres of music during my pas time.

Being a part of AMSA International has allowed me to interact with medical students worldwide. As a member of the Editorial Board, I was able to improve my skills in writing and proofread ing. I also managed to write my first article in ASPIRE. Big thanks to Kassie for guiding me, and also to my fellow editorial team for greatly enriching my time here. It has been a worthwhile experi ence as I met numerous talented and friendly people here who have broadened my insights.

Enjoy being a part of AMSA International while you can! This is your chance to meet all sorts of amazing people from different parts of the world and connect with them. Use your chance well to develop your skills as AMSA International eNewsletter provides lots of opportunities for you. Don’t worry, you will have a lot of fun in the process!

Florentia Amanda Christianti

Hullo ASPIRE readers! I’m Florentia Amanda from Indonesia, a final year preclinical student from the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Sriwijaya who loves to binge-watch at the exam season. Fun fact, I spent 143.457 minutes rolling in Spotify last year.

Through this journey, I was able to explore my creative side and learn A LOT about article layouting. Besides, I also experienced my first time facilitating a group discussion! For this tenure, I made all of the covers for ASPIRE and I’m really glad the readers give tremen dous amount of love for it (help I’m literally crying inside LOL :”)) Last but not least, I’d love to say thankyou for Kassie and my LD team for all the support, trust, and inspirations! To all of the eNews letter friends, thankyou for always making LD not jobless. And for a real last, to all of you who read this, thank you for staying until the last.

Being a part of AMSA International is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. For the future LD team, I hope all of you will feel work ing-like-not-working experience because you will enjoy all the pro cess here! Well, godspeed and good luck!

Charlotte Lintang

Greetings, AMSA International! My name is Charlotte, currently a third year preclinical student at the University of Gadjah Mada, In donesia. Other than working on projects and designs, I spend my leisure time traveling, hanging out, hopping around cafes, and trying out new food!

Through AMSA International eNewsletter, I garnered a handful of experience in designing and time management. I, too, managed to learn new skills in certain editing apps, such as Photoshop and InDesign! To sum it up, I’m immensely grateful for the opportunity to contribute to AMSA on an international scale!

Try to gain as much experience as you can, since AMSA Interna tional is a gateway to new doors and opportunities! Also, make the most of your tenure by making friends as much as possible since you will meet a bunch of people from all over the world (mostly in Asia but you get the point)! Don’t forget to enjoy the ride~

Hi everyone, my name is Jauda Hanoon and I’m a second-year medical student at Uni versitas Indonesia. If I’m not spending my time graphic designing, I like to read and travel.

During my time as a Layout Designer for the AMSA International eNewsletter, I’ve been able to gain new skills in graphic design, as well as meet new friends. Through the newsletter, I’ve also had the opportunity to write a few pieces! Thank you to Kassie and the team for this past year, and thank you too to all the readers.

Good luck to next tenure’s CEN and team! Don’t be afraid to try new things and have fun

Muhammad Raihan Ramdhan

Hello! I am Muhammad Ramdhan or you can cal me Ramdhan, 3rd year student of Medical Faculty of Universitas Padjadjaran and also a hard fan of martial arts manhwa.

Becoming a part of AMSA International giving me a new amusement. As a layout designer in eNewsletter editorial board, i’ve trying bunch of new things such as making newsletter layout and designing using adobe Indesign, which i haven’t use before. Thank you for everyone on this year AMSA E-newsletter member, especially Kassie and other LD members, good luck for the future you are struggling for!

Have fun and enjoy what u do, Good luck!

Jauda Hanoon

letters from readers

Praveen Bharath S AMSA India

Please introduce yourself.

An intern from KAP Viswanatham Government Medical College, TN, India. Stepping into writing and research at the same time, You can see me holding onto KPOP and Dramas for dear life whenever the other two fail me and try to dunk me into the sea of medicine.

What is the most memorable experience in contributing to AMSA International eNewsletter?

Meeting new perspectives. I’ve been honored to work with students of different chapters for articles

and everyone bringing in their opinions and knowledge always adds spice and makes the process of writing richer. I’m open for more!

Any message for the ASPIRE publications in the future?

An industrious team has led the publications and have been very approachable at every step of the process. The themes are always the point-of-focus internationally in all fields. ASPIRE’s the best space for us to fly high.

Nadhira Tsurayya R. AMSA Indonesia

Please introduce yourself. I am a third-year medical student in Sriwijaya University, Indonesia. Being an art-loving medical student inspired me to share my artwork with individuals all over the world via the AMSA International eNewsletter.

What is the most memorable experience in contributing to AMSA International eNewsletter?

When I first realized that I could submit graphics to eNewsletter, I was overjoyed because it meant that I finally got a chance to showcase my talent to a bigger audience. As a result, everytime a new edition of ASPIRE is announced, I always submit my artwork.

Any message for the ASPIRE publications?

I believe that ASPIRE is the right place for everyone to demonstrate their hobbies and talents in academic or non-academic settings.

Please introduce yourself.

Hello there! My name is Bhumika Raisinghani, and I am a medical student from Pelita Harapan University in Indonesia. I love reading and writing poems, and spending time with the people I love.

What is the most memorable experience in contributing to AMSA International eNewsletter?

From the 3am mid-study poetry inspirations to dramatically reading my poems and evaluating it with my peers, every experience I’ve had contributing to AMSA International eNewletter has been memorable. ASPIRE has given me the platform and oppurtunity to explore art and has pushed me to create and craft

Any message for the ASPIRE publications?

If there is something you wish to submit, just do it! ASPIRE is a safe and creative space that is open to all your ideas and

Please introduce yourself.

I am a medical student from Gullas College Of Medicine, University of the Visayas.

What is the most memorable experience in contributing to AMSA International eNewsletter?

I had the opportunity to create the form of network between medical students from different countries. It was a pleasure working with AMSA.

Bhumika Raisinghani AMSA Indonesia

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