International Summer Medical School- Japan-Brunei

The Japanese students are here!!! Arrived last Monday and their welcoming ceremony was held yesterday (You might catch them in the paper this morning-date 23rd July 2008). I joined them for dinner last night. They thought us to play 'Gue Clap Gue Clap' game (coz I have no idea what its call in Japan). It was fun and that game brings the Buddies and the Japanese close together. Here are some pics. Their will be in IM for a month, so take a chance to meet them if you see them around. They are a very lively bunch. (Will get some more pics next time)

Getting along just fine...

UBD-IM and Kagawa Lecturers

Exchanging phone numbers

Deep Convo after dinner

Taking pictures together

About this programme- it is a join collaboration between IM, UBD and Kagawa University, Japan. It has already been three years in a row where they send their students to Brunei in July Summer Holiday and we send our students to Japan during December Holiday. Only few selected and lucky IM students will become their buddies and joined their various activities to get to know more about Brunei. Their next exciting challenge is include OBBD where they will go to Belalong this Friday.

Graduation night

Graduation nite coming soon!

Get busy people, send your congrates in the shoutbox ...

In Focus: Michael

In Focus ..::Michael::..

Michael Chan Siang Liang, who is one of cohort 3’s friendliest student, is a 21-year-old basketball, gyming fan from Terunjing Lama (Behind the airport). He is also known as the “intercohort ambassador” for his friendliness, great sense of humour and close rapport with every member of the IM family...

Spotlight on Michael!!

=What do your close friends usually call you?

Michael: Michael, Mike, Mikey and Mikey <3 span="">

=What area are you planning to specialise in?

Michael: Eating and looking good while doing it 8D ok..i haven’t thought about specialising yet.

=What is your favourite quote?

Michael: Work hard play harder & Maaaateeeeeeehhhh!

=What is your favourite medical subject?

Michael: Multimedia and Design. What? THAT’S NOT A SUBJECT? But I’ve had 2 semesters of that..Anatomy and Physiology then ;)

=Describe yourself in 3 words...

Michael: Patient, Persistent and yes..vain! (vena cava vain)

=What are the 3 things that you can’t live without?

Michael: Eat, Sleep, Gym

Michael on his personal life

=How would you define love?

Michael: Crystal Clear Communication sprinkled with Undying Utmost Understanding with a side of Fiery Fervent Feelings covered with Many Meaningful Memories. (Michael et al, 2008)

= What do you look for in your ideal mate?

Michael: She fulfils the Rules of the Heart and the Rules of the Brain and the Five Idealist Laws of Michael…actually this is the same thing as the first question =D

=Describe your happiest moment so far...

Michael: When I Bench Pressed 40KG on both sides (with support)..I’m Kidding! I’m not answering this <3 span="">

=If you had a million dollars, what would you do?

Michael: Put it in fixed deposit, with Baiduri Banks 2.5% annual interest I can get by default, $2083.33 per month and when I get a job that pays more than that amount, I’ll break the fixed deposit and buy what ever I want. Secure yet humbling rewards.

Michael’s views and opinions

=What do you think is the most important thing in life?

Michael: Having dreams and reaching for them. Shoot into the heavens; if you miss the moon at least you’ll land among the stars.

=If you had the power to change one thing about this world, what would it be and why?

Michael: The speed of how fast they build the new IM building. Its self explanatory.

=What do you think about IM so far?

Michael: I want cadavers...

=Any advice for our eager and young juniors?

Michael: Don’t get intimidated by the workload, get along with everyone and prepare to play ALOT of netball (Trust me netball will get you through med school ;D)

New Voice

IM is looking for a new voice to become one of our MC for our future events. If you are interested or for more information, please contact 2463001 ext 1954 and look for Haiza or Mariah.

PS: This is only open to all IM students

Medical Jokes

Come to me three times a week, and I'll cure your fears
Shakey went to a psychiatrist. "Doc," he said, "I've got trouble. Every time I get into bed, I think there's somebody under it. I get under the bed, I think there's somebody on top of it. Top, under, top, under. "you gotta help me, I'm going crazy!"

"Just put yourself in my hands for two years," said the shrink. "Come to me three times a week, and I'll cure your fears."

"How much do you charge?"

"A hundred dollars per visit."

"I'll sleep on it," said Shakey.

Six months later the doctor met Shakey on the street. "Why didn't you ever come to see me again?" asked the psychiatrist.

"For a hundred buck's a visit? A bartender cured me for ten dollars."

"Is that so! How?"

"He told me to cut the legs off the bed!"
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Netball during Semester Break

Semester Break doesn't means holiday from Netball.. Hehe. Enjoy the photos! We have some cute guests from Secondary School in Sengkurong joined us play that day... :)

Happy Birthday Dr Hanna!!!

Happy Birthday to Dr Hanna on the 25th of June! Surprise!!! Surprise!!! Hehe...

Welcome to the Partner Medical Schools Representatives!

Dr Mas and Prof Ranjan with the delegates..

A shot with the '60' monument..We walked all the way to the Kianggeh Tamu..Dr Viv.. trying the Hadrah..
Dr Taj, he played the gendang.. hehe.. Entertaining!!
Kenny and Aswir
Checking out the fruits and vegetables available there..

Tired.. We were on the way to Cafe Royalle.. Hi Peter and Dr Mas!
We met Fiza and Her sister there... The one is pink is Fiza's Niece, Zara.. cute!!Waiting for our refreshmentChit chatting..After that, we went to get the water taxi

Trip inside the mangrove near to the water village

A small island that looks like capsized boat.. can you see it?

Then, we went to saffron for lunch..
Happy.. all of them were given a special gift from IM

The 3rd Annual Academic Board Meeting took place on the 20th and 21st June. The meeting went very well and many important matters were discussed!

As part of their visit, IM organized a visit to the Water Village and Tamu at Kianggeh yesterday. It was first time for most of the PMS members. Enjoy the photos!!

In Focus: Nadzir

Here's an "In focus" post from our Cohort 1 after such a long break :)

So who is Nadzir?? Surely you've seen him driving around UBD in his grey automobile, he was one of the previous MPPs of UBD and he even joined the dancing performances in the Charity Evening for SMARTER last Feb 2008. He's been on radioshows and even has his pictures on ranoadidas.com! Definetely one guy you should get to know (if you haven't already..) so read more about him here:

:: Quick Facts ::
Full name:
Ak Muhd Nadzir Pg Mohd Juanda

Nickname:
Nadz, Najay, Jay, The Vain Guy

Birthdate/ horoscope:05/05/86 - Taurus

Ambition (speciality of interest):
Good doctor. Specialty: Flying doctor/ Cardiothoracic surgeon/ Paediatric cardiologist
Where are you going to continue:
Calgary, Canada

:: Picture of you when you are happiest ::

"What happened was that…I was ecstatically and blissfully eating at this seafood restaurant in KK. Just look at the plate or should I say platesss”

>> State 3 things you can’t live without:
Oxygen. My laptop. My special someone

>> State 3 things you love:

Food. Food. Movies

>> Favourite quote/ saying:

“The problem is…” (from Japan)

“Yeah, that’s true!” … (from IM Charity Evening)

:: Picture of you in your favourite colour ::

(blue)

>> Task: Share with us a funny picture/funny situation and tell me why you think it was funny.

The problem is… I can’t remember what it was.

>> Whats on your playlist now?

David Cook – Will Always Be My Baby

>> Favourite food & why is it your favourite?

Pasta – spaghetti bolognaise, lasagna. Yummy yum.. that’s why it’s my favorite

>> Bruneian word you like to use?

“Buleh...”

:: Picture of you and your family/friend(s) ::

“Me and my vanity… oopss... I mean my beloved IM friends

:: Nadzir On medical stuff ::

>> Favourite Medical subject

Anatomy

>> What will you miss most about IM/ impression of IM?

Nadzir: "I’ll miss being in the lectures and other sessions. I’ll miss giving my friends car rides. I’ll miss all the fun we’ve had no matter if it’s about studying or being “wild”. Most definitely I’ll miss my adored friends and the kind and supportive staffs from IM and all those sweet moments we’ve had together. Though IM is relatively small in size, in our hearts we are all a big, happy family"

>> Any last words -Advice to the juniors (on anything-life/ success)?

Nadzir: "To my juniors, be proud of yourselves. You have been doing hard since all your school lives to being what you are now… the future doctors. Nevertheless, the journey shall continue. Never stop, never give in. In no time, it will be a dream come true. Remember to respect the lecturers, seniors and to love the juniors. Last but definitely not least, take a good care of yourselves. I’ll miss you all. Good luck!"

-nad^~

More KK trip photos (29th May until 1st June 2008)

Nice purple and orange combination Apa di fikirkan atu? Hehe

Nadzir... posing in the bus...Nadia, Fiza and Me!

Posing at the Revolving RestaurantChia Wei said " I am so happy".. hehehe
Dila.. nice pose!
Group Photo at the Revolving Restaurant


While waiting for our food...

Breakfast wit Sabah Beauty Queens

Hanging out at Starbucks!

Before we leave.. final photo at the hotel

In the bus...Some activities in the bus (Cube and Cards)