Date:
Saturday 19th July 2025,
10am – 5pm
Location:
Face to face:
Glenister Hall, London, W6 8HA
OR Online
Book Tickets:
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Once again, BIMA proudly presents our ACE your Foundation Year 1 course! Come along for a fabulous masterclass to jumpstart your career!
This one day course is designed for final year medical students who will be starting their FY1 jobs in August 2025.
You can join us face to face or online for informative lectures in the morning about day to day work as well as managing your finances and wellbeing.
The candidates joining face to face, will have the opportunity to partake in 3 amazing workshops in the afternoon, which features the very popular “Bleep survival.” Practice answering the bleep with real-life scenarios, before your first on-call.
Beware spaces for the afternoon are very limited, so do not miss out and register early!
Meet your host
Host: Dr Hussain Muhamed, Tarbiyah Twin & GP Trainee
I’m a GP Registrar who is also one of the Tarbiyah Twins, creating content and providing platforms to help Muslims grow!
What to expect
Lectures:
- A day in the life of an FY1 by Dr Hannah Anwar (Foundation doctor)
- Portfolio by Dr Hamzah Iqbal (Core Surgical Trainee)
- Finance by Dr Habib Syed (Radiology Specialty Trainee)
- Wellbeing by Dr Kaenat Mulla (Consultant in Acute Medicine, Diabetes & Endocrinology)
- Spirituality by Dr Hussain Muhamed (GP Trainee)
Workshops:
- Prioritisation
- A-E assessment and SBAR
- The famous “Bleep Survival” prepared by Dr Omer Ammar, Dr Tarek Boumrah & Dr Habib Syed
A Snapshot Of Last Year’s Bleep Survival Workshop
Schedule for the day
Note: timings subject to minor amendments.
Morning
10:00
Registration, tea & networking
10:30-10:40
Introduction & About BIMA
10:40-11:10
Day in the life of an FY1
11:10-11:30
Portfolio
11:30-11:50
Finance
11:50-12:10
Wellbeing
12:10-12:30
Spirituality
12:30-12:45
Q&A
Afternoon
12:45-13:30
Free Lunch, networking and prayer
13:30-16:30
Workshops (Prioritisation, A-E assessment and Bleep survival)
16:30-17:00
Final Talk and Surprise
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ACE FY1?Â
ACE FY1 is a one-day masterclass designed to prepare you for life as an FY1 come August 2025. It is designed to cover key aspects of life as an FY1, the day job as well as the on-call shifts through various talks and interactive workshops including our popular bleep simulation!
Who are we?Â
We are a team of BIMA volunteers at various stages of our medical training who have all been through that transition to FY1 and have come together to curate a day that we hope will be both enjoyable and informative for you.
Who is the course for?Â
Final year medical students/ graduated doctors who are starting an FY1 job in August 2025.
Why are we doing this?Â
We know how daunting the transition to FY1 can be so this day is a way to ease your worries, network with other professionals, ask questions and also get to know more about BIMA!
Where is it being held?
The venue this year will be Glenister Hall in West London (W6 8HA)
How do I get to the venue?
The venue is located opposite/behind Charing Cross Hospital with the closest tube station being Barons Court (Piccadilly line), only 9 minute walk away or Hammersmith station. You can also drive to the venue with parking available on nearby side streets.
What is the layout of the day?Â
The day is split into a morning and afternoon session with a number of informative talks lined up for the morning session and workshops including bleep simulation due to take place in the afternoon. The day will close with a final talk and a surprise from us!
Will there be prayer facilities?Â
Prayer facilities are available on-site and dedicated time set aside for prayer and lunch.
Does the event include food?
Yes – the event includes free lunch for all.
Will I receive a certificate for my attendance?Â
You will receive a certificate of attendance after the event. Please ensure you register on the day in order for this to be sent to you as well as your deposit to be returned to you.
Who do I contact if I am running late or cannot make the event?
You can contact the event organisers by email on [email protected] or by contacting us here.
Who do I contact if I am having issues registering?
If you encounter any issues registering , please contact the BIMA registration team by email on [email protected] or by contacting us here.
Who can I contact with other questions or queries?
Please email [email protected] if you have any queries before or on the day of the event.
What does BIMA stand for?
BIMA stands as a vibrant hub for the UK’s Muslim healthcare community, dedicated to engaging on health inequalities, advocating for equitable care, and building bridges between communities.
We strive to be a powerful voice for Muslim healthcare professionals, students and patients, championing their needs and navigating the diverse challenges they face.
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