Student Series: Lizzie Del Gigante discovers the rewards of rural medicine – experience and research

What’s it like to decide to sit the GAMSAT and apply for medicine
from another career? And is regional life really what it’s
cracked up to be? Student Doctor Lizzie Del Gigante can provide
some insights. In this episode, Lizzie shares her journey from
radiography, reflecting on the diverse opportunities within
healthcare. Her experience working closely with ED doctors and
orthopaedic registrars sparked her interest in continuous patient
care, ultimately leading her to pursue medicine. Lizzie discusses
the supportive environment of rural clinical schools like Orange,
highlighting the benefits of one-on-one teaching and community
engagement. She also talks about her research project on rural
placements, revealing encouraging trends of graduates returning
to rural areas for specialist roles.


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