Berlin Days
Berlin Days: Impressions from the International Young
Researchers’ Symposium
Since I learned that I would have the opportunity to attend
and present my research at the International Symposium of Young Researchers, I
have been looking forward to this event. The symposium was held at Akkon
University for Human Sciences in Berlin as a satellite event of the World
Health Summit.
I had an incredible experience over these few days. I had
the chance to listen to young researchers from different countries, who shared
their insights and knowledge on the challenges in the field of health. Engaging
with them was highly informative, and it became clear to me how, despite
cultural and other differences, the world faces many common health issues.
Events like these play a crucial role in finding solutions by sharing
experiences and knowledge.
I was happy to have the opportunity to present our
TMA project at this symposium. “Through the lens of a camera: exploring health
determinants in rural settings with medical students” is the title of our
study, which captured the audience's interest. During the presentation, I
could see the listeners' reactions, particularly how impressed they were by the
photographs taken in various regions of Georgia, which highlight rural doctors' daily challenges. It was especially moving to see how the photos of
doctors and patients interacting warmly resonated with them.
After the presentation, there was a discussion, and many
attendees approached us to share their impressions and ask questions. As one of
the participants remarked, "I never thought about this issue from that
perspective." It was rewarding to hear that our research had such an
impact and provided a fresh lens through which to view the determinants of
health.
I could write about many more aspects of my experience at the World Health Summit, but to keep it brief, I will end with the words of a speaker at the Virchow Prize 2024 awarding ceremony. The experience I gained over these few days helped me realize that "health is the right of all people," and as members of the medical field, we each have a responsibility to contribute to this goal.
I could write about many more aspects of my experience at the World Health Summit, but to keep it brief, I will end with the words of a speaker at the Virchow Prize 2024 awarding ceremony. The experience I gained over these few days helped me realize that "health is the right of all people," and as members of the medical field, we each have a responsibility to contribute to this goal.
