University
Angeles University Foundation

Current Year
First

Medical Specialty Interested in
Pathology

Most Inspiring Person
There are so many people that inspire and support me so it's hard to pinpoint just one.

Single Quality that defines a great Doctor
Compassion

First of all, walk us through the step-by-step processes that you went through to get to where you are today?

I studied my O’levels in Ahmadiyya and then I left for the Philippines. I joined Angeles University Foundation and completed my bachelor’s degree in Biology. I did my thesis on Microbiology and Immunology. Afterwards, I got into medical school immediately.

When did you first realize you wanted to study medicine?

It has always been like this. Since I was young I was set to become a doctor. Even when people would ask me what I wanted to become when I grew older, my answer would always be the same. It’s because I liked science mostly. I was good in Biology and Chemistry during high school. I’m not that good in Physics and Mathematics hence, I naturally gravitated towards medicine.

Take us through a typical study day.

I wake in the morning around 7 am. It’s not really set and stone though. I usually go to university at 8 am and have my lunch at 12 pm. Classes end at 5 pm and I would come home and take a nap for 1-2 hours. I have my dinner and study until 12 am. Some nights I don’t sleep at all if I have a lot to do.

If you had a chance for a "do-over" in life, what would you do differently?

I don’t think I would change anything. Things worked out pretty well. However, I wonder if I should have done my A’levels. That is one thing I might change.

What is a skill required in medical school?

Time management. You get a lot of content. It’s nothing like O’levels, A’levels or even bachelors. For example, the amount of content in a coursework in bachelor’s is equivalent to one lecture in medical school. That’s the scale of what medicine is. And it’s not just one subject, it’s a lot of subjects. The amount of content will keep rising as well once you go into 2nd or 3rd year, so time management is vital. Moreover, you can’t make med school your whole life as well. You need to make time for other things, otherwise you will burnout very easily.

Name your favorite medical text book.

Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry by Victor W. Rodwell, David A. Bender, Kathleen M. Botham, Peter J. Kennely and P. Anthony Weil.

What is something you wish to do after you become a doctor?

To be honest, I really like research. So that is one thing I will definitely do. I want to focus more on microbiology. Of course, I will practice too after I finish med school.

What do you know now that you wish you knew when you first started medical school?

Like I mentioned before I wish I knew how much content they teach in medical school. I was surprised because it was more than I imagined. Other than that, I knew what I was getting myself into. 

What do you think needs to change in the health industry of the Maldives today?

People come to Male’ to get treated. I don’t think it is convenient at all. It’s the government’s job to delocalize healthcare and spread more services to islands.

Finally, what is the one tip/advice you want to give to our readers?

You should know that medical school will require a lot of your time. So, if you’re not ready to give it up don’t go for it. It’s not a myth. They require a lot of time. However, don’t let studying be the only thing that you do, make time for others as well.

The My Medical Student Life series was created for the sole purpose of helping medical students and aspiring doctors on their journey to become a successful Maldivian Healthcare Professional. Have a suggestion, idea or question? Email us.

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