There’s something unexpectedly fun about watching a group of high school learners try to figure out how to put on surgical gloves without touching the outside. You can see the concentration, the hesitation, and then that triumphant grin when they finally get it right. That was pretty much the theme of my day at our Surgical Society school outreach programme. Our committee set up several interactive stations covering everything from basic first aid to burns management and surg

As a committee member of the Wits Students’ Surgical Society, I recently had the privilege of visiting the Johannesburg Surgical Hospital (JSH). It’s an experience that left a lasting mark on me, not only because of the world-class facilities and innovative technology we encountered, but also because of the generosity of the doctors who welcomed us and took the time to teach. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that JSH is more than just another hospital. The atmospher

The Wits Students’ Surgical Society proudly hosted the annual  Great Debate 2025 , an evening that brought together students and esteemed surgeons for a spirited exchange of ideas and perspectives. The event, hosted br Dr. Fraser , featured distinguished speakers, including  Dr. Chetty ,  Dr. Muhango , Dr. Bodhi and  Dr. Kistan , each representing their specialty in a battle for the coveted title of  Specialty Supreme . The Great Debate 2025 Panelists Over the course of the