Surgical Society Mentorship Officer Manifesto

Dear Fellow Committee,

As an ardent member of this society, I am excited to announce my candidacy for the position of Mentorship officer. I believe that mentorship can play a crucial role in our members' personal and professional development.

My vision for the mentorship scheme is to create an environment where members can benefit from the guidance and support of experienced professionals in the field of surgery. As Mentorship Scheme Officer, I promise to:

Develop a comprehensive mentorship program that caters to the needs of our members: 

I plan to create a structured mentorship program that offers a range of mentoring opportunities, including one-on-one mentoring, group mentoring, and virtual mentoring. This will enable our members to choose the mentoring format that works best for them.

Recruit a diverse group of mentors who can offer valuable insights and perspectives:

I believe that diversity and inclusivity are essential for our mentorship program's success. Therefore, I plan to recruit mentors from diverse backgrounds, including different ethnicities, cultures, and genders. This will ensure that our members have access to a wide range of perspectives.

Promote mentor-mentee relationships that are built on trust, respect, and accountability:

I believe that the success of any mentorship program depends on the quality of mentor-mentee relationships. Therefore, I will promote relationships that are built on trust, respect, and accountability. I will ensure that both mentors and mentees understand their roles and responsibilities and set clear expectations from the beginning.

Evaluate the mentorship program regularly to ensure that it meets the needs of our members:

I believe that it is essential to evaluate our mentorship program regularly to ensure that it is meeting the needs of our members. Therefore, I will seek feedback from mentors and mentees and use this feedback to improve the mentorship program continually.

If elected as Mentorship Scheme Officer, I promise to work tirelessly to make our society's mentorship program a success. With your support and trust, I am confident that we can create a mentorship program that benefits all our members and enhances their personal and professional growth.

Thank you for considering my candidacy.

 - Mehrshad Sultani Tehrani

MBBS stage 2 year 3