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Shivank
Medicine MBChB with Honours
$72/hr
Medical doctor, neuroscientist and machine learning researcher. Radiology resident at Cambridge University Hospitals.
Dr Shivank is a medical doctor and clinical academic who has tutored and mentored hundreds of students across medicine, neuroscience, artificial intelligence and clinical research over the past 10 years. He studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh (receiving multiple distinctions and graduating in the top 9% of students). Dr Shivank also holds an MSc in Human Anatomy from the University of Edinburgh (with Distinction) and a BSc in Neuroscience from University College London (with First Class Honours). Dr Shivank has worked in a number of specialties including medicine, surgery, oncology and psychiatry. He is a radiology resident doctor at Cambridge University Hospitals, after ranking in the top 1% of all UK radiology applicants, and has completed the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) Part 1 examination (Anatomy & Physics).
Dr Shivank has over 10 years of clinical research experience and has a strong track record of publications and invited presentations at international conferences. He has received over £32,000 in prizes and personal grants. Dr Shivank's research interests focus on AI in medicine and he is also the founder and director for Biomic Health, which provides healthcare AI consulting for start-ups and corporates.
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University of Edinburgh - Medicine - MBChB with Honours
Medical doctor, neuroscientist and machine learning researcher. Radiology resident at Cambridge University Hospitals.
Dr Shivank is a medical doctor and clinical academic who has tutored and mentored hundreds of students across medicine, neuroscience, artificial intelligence and clinical research over the past 10 years. He studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh (receiving multiple distinctions and graduating in the top 9% of students). Dr Shivank also holds an MSc in Human Anatomy from the University of Edinburgh (with Distinction) and a BSc in Neuroscience from University College London (with First Class Honours). Dr Shivank has worked in a number of specialties including medicine, surgery, oncology and psychiatry. He is a radiology resident doctor at Cambridge University Hospitals, after ranking in the top 1% of all UK radiology applicants, and has completed the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) Part 1 examination (Anatomy & Physics).
Dr Shivank has over 10 years of clinical research experience and has a strong track record of publications and invited presentations at international conferences. He has received over £32,000 in prizes and personal grants. Dr Shivank's research interests focus on AI in medicine and he is also the founder and director for Biomic Health, which provides healthcare AI consulting for start-ups and corporates.
| Recent Students: 4 |
| Total Hours: 204 |
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| All-time Students: 6 |
| Total Classes: 101 |
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| Recent Students: 4 | Total Hours: 204 | Last Online: |
| All-time Students: 6 | Total Classes: 101 | Signed Up: |
About Me
Dr. Shivank is a fully qualified medical doctor, dedicated educator and clinical academic.
Dr Shivank completed his medical degree (MBChB) at the University of Edinburgh, graduating with honours (top 9% of cohort) and multiple distinctions. Complementing this, he holds an MSc with Distinction in Human Anatomy from the University of Edinburgh and a BSc with First Class Honours in Neuroscience from University College London.
Dr Shivank completed the prestigious South-East Scotland academic foundation programme, gaining experience in medicine, surgery, oncology, and psychiatry, and undertaking a 4-month research block in machine learning for medical imaging. He is on a 5-year radiology training programme at Cambridge University Hospitals, after ranking in the top 1% of all UK radiology applicants.
Dr. Shivank is passionate about education in medicine, science and research. Beyond tutoring, he holds a Certificate in Medical Education (Association for Medical Education Europe), completed trainer courses (Health Education England), and publishes regularly on medical education in academic journals.
With over a decade of research experience, he was a visiting researcher at the University of Edinburgh (Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences), focusing on AI in medical imaging. His strong academic track record includes peer-reviewed publications, international conference presentations, and recognition via over £32,000 in prizes and grants. He founded Biomic Health to innovate in digital health and AI, providing consultancy, educational resources, and community support for start-ups and corporations exploring biomedical AI. Dr Shivank has completed a number of modules from MIT on probability, statistics and machine learning.
Tutor Experience
Dr Shivank has tutored and mentored hundreds of students across medicine, neuroscience, artificial intelligence and research, over the past 10 years.
Selected Achievements
Near-Peer Tutor, MBChB in Medicine, University of Edinburgh (Sept 2016–June 2022)
• Formal and informal tutoring, teaching junior medical students anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology and clinical medicine.
• Helped students prepare for examination formats including OSCEs, MCQs and short-answer questions.
• Mentored students undertaking intercalated or biomedical degrees (anatomy, neuroscience), including advising on exams and dissertation preparation.
• Delivered teaching in multiple formats, including lectures, small-group teaching and individual support.
Faculty, Regional Anatomy for Core Surgical Training (August 2019)
• Invited faculty member for the Scottish Deanery’s regional anatomy review for Core Surgical Trainees.
• Delivered four cadaver-based thoracic anatomy sessions to 25 trainees.
Anatomy Demonstrator, MSc Human Anatomy, University of Edinburgh (Sept 2018–August 2019)
• Formal responsibilities teaching medical students human anatomy, delivering didactic and small group teaching.
Summer Teaching Fellowship, The University of Hong Kong (July–August 2017)
• Awarded competitive fellowship teaching high-schoolers (13–18) in Shanghai and Hong Kong.
• Designed/delivered lessons on medical/non-medical subjects (including anatomy, neuroscience and international relations).
• Taught >400 students.
Managing Director and Co-Founder, SUTURE UK (March 2020–April 2025)
• Co-founded non-profit offering structured, accessible and affordable surgical skills training worldwide.
• >1,000 students enrolled from >50 countries.
• Endorsed by leading surgical organisations including RCSEd, BAPRAS and ENT UK.
Senior Tutor, Edinburgh Student Anatomy Society (April 2018–June 2019)
• Developed clinical anatomy curriculum supplementing MBChB teaching.
• Managed 29 tutors; delivered tutorials to 294 students.
Surgical Skills Lead, Edinburgh University Surgical Society (June 2019–May 2020)
• Organized/led weekly suturing/surgical skills tutorials.
• Established fortnightly skills club; developed structured curriculum with innovative assessments.
Approach to Pedagogy
Dr Shivank emphasizes active, student-focused learning, blending theory with hands-on practice. Tailored lessons promote critical thinking, problem-solving, real-world applications via clarity, engagement, continuous feedback. This ensures students gain deep understanding and practical skills for clinical and research success.
Topic Expertise
• Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medicine: All MBChB modules (across pre-clinical and clinical years), clinical skills, OSCE preparation, and foundational sciences (e.g. anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathology etc.)
• Anatomy: Basic, functional and clinical anatomy for both undergraduate and postgraduate students (taught to the standard of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) Part 1 Anatomy curriculum).
• Neuroscience: Core subjects (neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuropharmacology etc.) for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• AI & Data Science: Fundamentals of machine learning, data analytics, and their applications.
• Research & Academic Writing: Study design, literature reviews, critical appraisal, and publication strategies.
Dr Shivank tailors sessions to the specific exam boards and curricula, providing practical, targeted support for each learner.
Client Reviews
Everything was explained very well !
Anna - Medicine
Very kind and welcoming tutor. Took their time to listen to my concerns and allowed me the space to mention what was important for me.
Altay - Medicine
Testimonials
"I was really struggling in the early years of medical school. Shiv's tutoring was transformative. He has an amazing ability to explain complex topics with clarity and link them directly to clinical relevance, which made studying much more engaging and effective. His approach to breaking down exam questions gave me a clear strategy and boosted my confidence immensely. Thanks to him, I feel much more grounded in the foundational sciences." - 2nd Year Medical Student.
"Preparing for OSCEs was incredibly stressful, but Shiv's sessions were invaluable. His structured approach, combined with practical tips drawn from his own clinical experience, made a huge difference. He didn't just teach the knowledge. He focused on communication, examination technique, and how to think on your feet under pressure. I felt significantly more prepared and performed much better than I expected." - Final Year Medical Student.
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Qualifications
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) Part 1 (Anatomy & Physics)
• MBChB (Hons), University of Edinburgh – Graduated in the top 9% of the cohort, achieving multiple distinctions throughout medical school.
• BSc (Hons) Neuroscience, University College London – Awarded with First Class Honours.
• MSc Human Anatomy, University of Edinburgh – Awarded with Distinction.
• Certificate in Medical Education – Awarded by the Association for Medical Education in Europe.
• Train the Healthcare Trainer - Awarded by NHS Health Education England.
• MIT Modules in Probability, Statistics & Machine Learning – Focused on data-driven approaches and programming
• A-Levels & GCSEs – Achieved 3 A* (Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics) and 1 A at A-Level (Physics), plus 8 A* and 1 A at GCSE.
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