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'The NHS in debt and distress: an opportunity for Christian leadership'
The 2012 Rendle Short Lecture will be given by Dr Tim Lyttle as part of the National Graduates' Conference at the Hayes Conference Centre in Swanwick, Derbyshire 27-29 April. Please invite fellow-Christian medics to come as an introduction to CMF membership. Book online.
Lennox leads the way
Dr John Lennox was warmly received as the main speaker at CMF's 2012 National Student Conference. More than 300 students from 31 medical schools came to the weekend in Swanwick on 10-12 February. The first of Dr Lennox's three Bible talks on 'Joseph: Chief of Staff' is now available as a podcast. Also see our photo album.
Student delegate Tobi Isaac Obisanya tweeted after the conference: 'Every year I leave feeling re-invigorated that I can really serve God in my profession & make a difference.'
International Medical Student Conference (IMSC)
A total of 25 international students from 20 different countries attended the IMSC held at CMF HQ in London. Here's a flavour of the event on video.
A prime opportunity
The PRIME 10th Anniversary Symposium is on Saturday 31 March on the theme 'Science, Faith and the Health of our Society'. Held at the Royal Institution, speakers include Baroness Caroline Cox, CMF CEO Dr Peter Saunders, and Prime Director Dr John Geater MBE. Book online.
Values Added
CMF and PRIME are piloting a new course together. Values Added is a programme for junior doctors, which adds a Christian perspective to their training. The five-session pilot course, 'Concepts of Whole Person Medicine,' will be evaluated with the aim of launching the course nationally. Email Pablo Fernandez to join a pilot course near you.
Funding abortion or maternal health?
SPUC is holding a day conference to address the UK's policy on maternal health and mortality in the developing world. London, Tuesday 20 March. Book online.
CMF and social media
With over 500 followers on Twitter and 1,500 fans on Facebook, CMF has a growing presence in social media circles. Also see the official CMF Blog and Dr Peter Saunders' personal blog for comment on all things Christian and medical.
Trustees required for ICMDA UK
The ICMDA UK Trust is looking for new trustees. The charity provides financial support to the global activity of the International Christian Medical and Dental Association. More information online.
Christmas Appeal
The CMF Christmas Appeal for our student ministry has raised £54,000 but is still £46,000 short of its target. It closes on 29 February so it is not too late to give by post or on line.
Events
25 Feb and 10 March 'Who is my Neighbour?' A workshop on medical mission and international work. Belfast and Chelmsford.
3 March Saline Solution. Burley, Leeds. How to recognise God-given opportunities to share God's love without being pushy, forced or offensive.
27-29 April 'Heroes of Faith' National Graduates' Conference 2012. Swanwick. Main speaker Dr Pablo Martinez. (online booking now available)
10 March Change or Improvement: The NHS, my practice and me. East Anglia Day Conference 2012. Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
24 June - 6 July Developing Health Course 2012. Oak Hill Theological College, North London
And finally…
CMF member Dr Victoria Parsonson (who's working in Madagascar) sent us a report of a typically unusual day on her ward round: 'I spent the afternoon trying to remove the legs of a roasted giant grasshopper from a small child's tonsil. Health promotion advice: next time any of you eat a giant grasshopper, remove the legs first...' (Ed. note taken!)
'Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.' Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
Catherine Butcher
Head of Communications
Christian Medical Fellowship
Steven Fouch (CMF Head of Communications) 020 7234 9668
Alistair Thompson on 07970 162 225
Christian Medical Fellowship (CMF) was founded in 1949 and is an interdenominational organisation with over 5,000 doctors, 900medical and nursing students and 300 nurses and midwives as members in all branches of medicine, nursing and midwifery. A registered charity, it is linked to over 100 similar bodies in other countries throughout the world.
CMF exists to unite Christian healthcare professionals to pursue the highest ethical standards in Christian and professional life and to increase faith in Christ and acceptance of his ethical teaching.
