Join our patient bank: volunteer for medical training in Manchester
Kung Medics trains doctors for postgraduate exams such as MRCS and MRCEM through hands-on clinical teaching. If you have a medical condition that doctors can learn to recognise, volunteering for our patient bank in Manchester helps future doctors and improves patient care.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ people and people of all ethnicities, religions and identities.
Accessibility
Our Manchester training centre currently has no lift or wheelchair access. We regret this limitation. Volunteers need to be able to use stairs safely.
What we offer
- £70 for each session
- An LGBTQ+ friendly and culturally sensitive environment
- The chance to improve medical education for diverse populations
Who can volunteer
- People with medical conditions that can be detected on examination, such as heart murmurs, thyroid swelling or joint problems
- People in or near Manchester who can safely use stairs
- People who are comfortable sharing their condition confidentially with trainees under professional supervision
Our equality promise
- Gender-matched examiners on request
- Prayer space with advance notice
- Zero tolerance of discrimination of any kind
How to apply
Email admin@kungmedics.co.uk to join the patient bank. Our training centre is at 308 Moseley Road, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 2LH.
Frequently asked questions
How much are patient volunteers paid?
£70 for each session.
Is the training centre wheelchair accessible?
Not at present. The Manchester training centre has no lift or wheelchair access, so volunteers need to be able to use stairs safely.
How do I join the patient bank?
Email admin@kungmedics.co.uk with the subject Join Patient Bank at Kung Medics.