I first became passionate about the intricacies of plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery at medical school, when I spent time with highly skilled plastic hand surgeons at the Royal Free Hospital and soon after undertook an Elective in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with the plastic and burns unit.

After hearing about CLEFT through a friend, I read about the missions and unique work they’ve done to create permanent and sustainable ways to improve cleft care in the UK and overseas. I instantly knew I wanted to get involved in the volunteering and trainee section. By the end of 2024, I hope to complete a charity run, get involved with Outreach projects in Liverpool and London, and contribute to ongoing resource projects with the other trainees at the charity.