Griffith Gender Equity in Medicine

11/05/2026

06/05/2026

Empower yourself to make a difference in the lives of LGBTQIA+ patients! 💊🏥 Join us for 'Being a Doctor for LGBTQIA+ Patients' hosted by GEM.

The Evenings Run Plan:
Introduction to Gender Affirming Care with Captain Nia Franks, a trans woman, MProfPsych graduate, passionate researcher and advocate for accessible gender affirming healthcare.
Clinical Applications: Scenario-Based Teaching with Dr. Stuart Aitken: specialist sexual health physician with a focus on endocrine treatments for trans and non-binary patients.
Round table discussions and dedicated Q&A time.

Event Details:
🗓 Tuesday, 12th May
🕔 6:00-8.00pm
📍 G01 Collaborative Room

18/03/2026

Research 101, held on Wednesday 17th March, was the first in the research series that Gender Equity in Medicine is hosting this year.

We would like to thank everyone who attended, especially our guest speakers who delivered an engaging and informative session:

A/Prof Vinod Gopalan, our favourite pathology lecturer and research king 👑

Dr Vikram Nedunchezhian, two-time Gold Coast Intern and Resident of the Year 💫

As well as our knowledgeable medical student researchers:

Raymond Zhao (MD3)
Natalie Yap (MD3)
Sarah Shea (MD4)

Our session covered research opportunities for Griffith clinical year students, how to cold email consultants and valuable life lessons from our panellists.

“Research is a culture, it’s a habit. Like Audi in F1… aim to be a challenger, then a competitor and then a champion.” - A/Prof Vinod Gopalan, 2026

Missed Out? Watch our socials for Research 102 coming up soon!

Thank you to our Research Subcommittee for planning this event!!

16/03/2026

Thinking about research but not sure where to start?

Join us at Research 101 to hear from experienced clinicians and medical students about how they started in research, built their skills, and developed their own projects.

Expect insights, practical tips, and the chance to network with our speakers, panelists, and fellow students who share your interest in research.

🎟️ Tickets are selling out fast - secure your spot now!
👉 Link in bio.

14/03/2026

Research 101 🔬- Introducing our medical student panelists who will be sharing how they got started in research and why building research skills early is so valuable for your professional development as future clinicians.

If you’re thinking about getting involved in research but don’t know where to start, this is the event for you！Hear directly from students who have navigated the process and learn practical tips on finding opportunities, building skills and eventually starting your own projects.

🎟️ Get your tickets on Rubric.
Watch to the end for all the details of this event! See you there ☺️

12/03/2026

Research can feel confusing to get into as a medical student - where do you even start?

Research 101 is designed to demystify the process and give you a clearer idea of how to get started.

At GEM, we believe research plays an important role in addressing gaps in healthcare. Supporting students to engage in research is one way we hope to contribute to more equitable and evidence-based medicine.

💬 Have a question about research?
Comment below - we’ll bring your questions to the panel!

11/03/2026

Research 101 - Meet our keynote speakers 🔬

We’re excited to welcome A/Prof Vinod Gopalan and Dr Vikram Nedunchezhian to share their research journeys and insights into getting involved in research as a medical student and beyond.

Whether you’re curious about research or looking for ways to get started, come along to hear their advice and ask your questions during our live panel Q&A.

📍 G42_2.17, GUGC Campus
🗓️ Tuesday, 17 March | 5–7pm
🎟️ Grab your ticket:
https://campus.hellorubric.com/?eid=56980

09/03/2026

Thank YOU to everyone who joined us for the Women in Medicine fundraising event. Thank you and for working with us, to bring such inspirational women and their stories to our students and members.

Thank you for speaking with us about what your organization does and how women and families are supported!

22/10/2025

You saw that correctly! Get your tickets before Thursday midnight for a chance to win. We’re beyond excited for the mentorship mixer! Great food, free drink on arrival, and unlimited soft drinks. Learn from inspiring doctors. You won’t want to miss this! Grab your tickets now from the link in bio!

12/10/2025

🎉 Join us to celebrate the first year of the GEM Mentorship Program!

Raise a glass to an incredible year of growth, connection, and mentorship. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great company as we celebrate our amazing mentors and mentees.

Whether you’ve been part of the program this year or are curious about joining next year, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, network, and be inspired!

📍 Surfers Pavilion
📅 Friday, 25th October | 4:00–6:00 PM

Let’s toast to the success of our inaugural year — and to the bright future ahead! 🌟