Our Past Events
KUMA delivered a successful health awareness and first aid training day for teachers at the London Korean School (LKS). The event combined brief presentations with practical, hands-on stations covering essential topics such as minor injuries, anaphylaxis and EpiPen use, CPR, choking, AED operation, and the recovery position.
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After 3 years, the long-awaited and most exciting event made its grand return! KUMA’s 2025 Membership Training and Academic Conference was held to provide an inspiring platform for academic presentations, meaningful discussions, and professional growth — as well as a warm and welcoming space to connect with one another through great food, laughter, and fun activities!
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This year’s KUMA FY doctors’ welcome event took place at The Perseverance Pub in London on 30th August. The event brought together doctors from across England and provided an opportunity to network, share career interests, and connect with peers. It was a lively and sociable gathering with pizza and drinks provided, giving everyone the chance to settle in, share stories, and build new connections outside of the hospital setting.
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A Special KUMA x KUMAS joint event was held in the West, bringing together doctors and medical students for an evening of connection, shared experiences, and meaningful conversation. Participants enjoyed a friendly and welcoming atmosphere while networking with peers.
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Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, KUMA held its second annual Children’s Health Awareness Day on Saturday 21st June 2025 at the London Korean School (LKS) - joined by KUMAS (Korean UK Medical Association Students). The day was filled with hands-on, age-appropriate sessions designed to teach students vital health skills.
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KUMA’s flagship annual event, Health Awareness Day, has proudly reached its 10th year of giving back to Korean communities across the UK. This year’s programme featured informative talks on both women’s and men’s health, as well as raising awareness about dementia. As always, Part 2 of the day offered free basic health checks, generously supported by nurses, pharmacists, and medical students. We were especially pleased to have medical students on hand to share advice and tips with aspiring applicants on 'how to get into medical school' sessions.
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The first collaborative event between KUMAS and KUMA, the Spring Scientific Meeting, took place at the Royal College of Anaesthetists on 28th March. KUMAS students delivered oral presentations on recent research papers, while KUMA members gave talks on portfolio development. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in networking sessions.
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As the first event of 2025, the KUMA Female Leaders Conference took place at the Old Bank of England in London on February 15th. The event featured discussions on the history of KUMA, the inequalities in UK and Korean healthcare systems, prominent female leaders in medicine globally, and the contributions of female leaders in Korean and world history.
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The Korean UK Medical Association (KUMA) hosted the first ever Children's Health Awareness Day on Saturday 22nd June 2024. This exciting event was designed for elementary and middle school students attending the London Korean School (LKS) in South London.
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This year for KUMA’s annual community outreach event we were joined by pharmacists and specialists doctors from paediatrics, psychiatry and ophthalmology to deliver talks, followed by booths manned by doctor and medical student volunteers including Diabetes, BMI, Blood Pressure, dental checks, drug counselling and more.
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Our first KUMA Female Leaders’ Luncheon was held to commemorate International Women's Day, together with Korean Pharmacists Association and officials from the Korean Embassy, where we shared our experiences over delicious Afternoon tea.
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KUMA members were invited to represent the Korean-UK medical community during President Yoon Suk Yeol's State visit to the UK. KUMA was awarded the prestigious President's Award 2023 and Presidential Citation Flag Cordon in a separate ceremony at the Korean Embassy.
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Our Christmas social this year was held in an intimate venue in Notting Hill, London where we celebrated the year's achievements and concluded with a heartfelt KUMA Presidential handover.
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This year's Medical and Dental Application Seminar was co-hosted by KUMA and KUMAS. This annual flagship event is a unique opportunity for those aspiring to be doctors or dentists to have an approachable platform to meet Korean medical and dental students and professionals and draw on their experience.
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Each year we hold a welcome social for newly qualified Foundation Year 1 Doctors as they embark on their new journey. It is a great opportunity to welcome both familiar faces from KUMAS and also new faces from across the UK.
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This year for KUMA’s annual community outreach event we were joined by consultants from Oculoplastics, Orthopaedic Surgery, Stroke medicine and General Practice to deliver talks, followed by booths manned by doctor and medical student volunteers including Diabetes, BMI, Blood Pressure and more.
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Academic seminars and practical sessions tailored for medical students took place in the morning of the Health Awareness Day, in collaboration with our student division KUMAS.
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This networking event aimed to introduce Korean medical students to a wide range of medical and surgical specialties and offer an invaluable opportunity to network with Korean specialty trainees and consultants.
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Our Christmas dinner event in 2022 was delightful celebration filled with joy, laughter, and a feast that brought everyone together in the spirit of the season.
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KUMA's Membership Training and Academic Conference was held to provide a platform for academic presentations and discourse as well as a warm environment in which to get to know one another through amazing food and games!
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