Sarah Hurring

Kia Ora, my name is Sarah Hurring and I am a final year Medical Student at the University of Otago, Wellington Campus. I chose a career in Medicine following completion of my Biomedical Sciences degree, where I found my passion lay in the health-focussed and clinical aspect of my studies.

My multi-source feedback consistently portrays excellent team work and communication capabilities, demonstrating strengths in the key skills required as a junior doctor. I am well liked by both colleagues and patients that I have had the opportunity to work alongside, and have proven myself to be reliable, self-motivated and a keen learner. This is reflected in the Deans’ Commendation awards I received in both ELM and ALM, awarded for clinical excellence. I recognise the importance of self-reflection in professional development, and am continuously striving to further myself both professionally and personally.

Although I am deeply passionate about Medicine and improving the health of Aotearoa, I place importance on maintaining a busy and active life outside the professional realm. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, yoga, SCUBA diving, and being out on the water. These interests also allow me to spend time with my family, and my fantastic group of friends. I am an honest, reliable and friendly people-person.

Deans Commendation Otago Medical School for high level performance in ALM4 + ALM5 (2020)

Deans Commendation Otago Medical School for high level performance in ALM2 + ALM3 (2018)

Public Health prize for excellence in photography - Otago Medical School (2019)

Outstanding Scholarship – Biology (2013)

St Cuthbert’s College Scholar (2013)

Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award (2013)

Cultural and Welfare Officer, Wellington Health Professional Student Association (WHPSA) (2021)

TI teaching programme (2021)

Pink Ribbon Event Coordinator (2021)

• This event raised over ____ for the Breast Cancer Foundation

School Representative, Paris, France (2013)

TI’s as Teachers (2021)

• Providing consultation feedback to younger medical students on their performance, and teaching on OSCE skills and strategies. This was a great way to give back to the medical school as well as developing teaching skills.

Otago University Open Day Guide (2018)

• Assisting visitors around the campus, guiding them between presentations and answering any questions about the university.

Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust (2018)

• General volunteer including collecting donations and raising awareness.

Regular Blood Donation

Elective Paper –

Rural placement – Te Karaka, Gisborne

• This experience demonstrated my ability to perform well within diverse communities and I was given a large amount of responsibility.

Presentations

• Paediatric Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus – Wellington Paediatric Dept Clinical Meeting (2021)
• Management of Twin Births – Hutt Hospital O&G Dept Clinical Teaching (2021)