The College has taken over sponsorship of the prestigious Michael Pittilo Essay award and this year’s title has just been announced (with a prize of £500);
Fat chance – With obesity set to reach epidemic proportions in the UK – how might improved patient centred care reduce the burden it poses for the NHS?
For more details see the press release;
or read last year’s winning essay.
Explore our dedicated student website here.
Entry details;
Word Count – 1,500 maximum
The deadline for entries is 3rd May 2011. Shortlisting will be carried out in early May.
The award winner will receive a £500 cash prize and have the opportunity to address the attendees of the inaugural College of Medicine conference at Mansion House, London, 19th May 2011.
Submissions or queries to students@collegeofmedicine.org.uk If you would like to print a competition poster to display at your university please download the poster below.
