Widening access
to medicine in Scotland

Developing a national Scottish platform with fair access to resources for prospective medical students.

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Welcome to "You Can Be A Doctor," a Scottish charity dedicated to breaking down barriers and empowering individuals from underprivileged backgrounds to pursue a career in medicine. Our mission is to create equal opportunities for all aspiring doctors, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

Students

Discover your path to a medical career with You Can Be A Doctor. We're here to provide guidance and mentorship to help you achieve your dream of becoming a doctor.

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Educators

Teachers, you can make a difference in shaping future doctors. See our events and resources to identify and nurture aspiring medical professionals in your classrooms.

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Parents/Caregivers

Support your child's dream of becoming a doctor with our resources and guidance. We'll help you understand the steps to success and provide the reassurance you need.

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Volunteers

Join our community of volunteers and use your expertise to help aspiring doctors from disadvantaged backgrounds. Together, we can create a more inclusive medical field.

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To ensure that our resources are directed towards those who need them the most, we will be limiting access to events and resources to only those who fit our eligibility criteria.

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YCBAD Updates

Upcoming Event

15th February 2025

You Can Be A Surgeon!

Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh x You Can Be a Doctor

🚨 Exciting Opportunity! 🚨 We’re thrilled to announce our collaboration with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh to host our first surgical event in Summer 2025! 🏥🔬

This hands-on event, based at RCSEd’s skills centre in Edinburgh, will give S5/S6 students the chance to learn key surgical skills like suturing, laparoscopy (keyhole surgery), and more—guided by experienced surgeons. With limited space available, this is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring medics! Stay tuned for more details on how to get involved.

#FutureSurgeons #YouCanBeADoctor #RCSEd