Dr Sarah Arachchi on a Career in Women's Health Advocacy

In this episode of CCIM, host Dana Phang speaks with Dr Sarah Arachchi, a paediatrician based in Melbourne. Sarah shares her journey from medical school to becoming a passionate advocate for women in medicine, all while balancing the roles of a mother and a doctor.Sarah reflects on her experience in medical school, the challenges she faced during her intern rotations, and her passion for paediatrics. She emphasises the significance of social skills and compassion in paediatrics and sheds light on the cultural aspects of the medical field.Sarah’s involvement in organising medical conferences, coordinating lecture series for paediatricians, and serving on the council and committees of medical associations demonstrates her commitment to advocating for women in medicine and educating junior doctors and medical students.They also talked about her social media initiatives that are aimed at providing accurate medical information and advice, as well as her endeavours in leadership positions beyond her medical practice. Through her experiences and insights, Sarah encourages others to pursue their passions both within and outside of medicine.To get more CCIM, subscribe so you never miss an episode, join our Facebook community and subscribe to our newsletter!Creative Careers in MedicineCCIM on FacebookThe CCIM Podcast is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Learn more at Talking HealthTech