Christ Church
University of Oxford, Saint Aldate's, Oxford, Oxford OX1 1DP
UK
We are pleased to announce that Oxford will be hosting MedFest – the international medical film festival. Now in its fifth year, the theme of MedFest 2015 is ‘Global Medicine & Civilisations’, and will be focusing on issues around global mental health.
Place: Blue Boar Lecture Theatre, Christ Church, Oxford
Date: Wednesday 25th February (Week 6)
Time: 5pm-7:30pm (TBC)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: oxfordmedfest2015.eventbrite.co.uk
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FAQs:
Q: What is MedFest?
A: Medfest is a medically themed film festival run by UK psychiatry trainees. Every February, medical schools around the UK and Ireland hold evening events. A selection of short films, clips and animations are shown and discussed by a panel of distinguished or famous faces before the floor is opened for audience comments. The dual aims of Medfest are to increase interest in psychiatry and to inspire people through film. Medfest 2014 saw exciting firsts including an art exhibition and International events in Australia and Riga.
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Q: Who can come?
A: Anyone – the majority of our audiences tend to be medical students, though our events are relevant to all health professionals and film fans. Members of the public are most welcome.
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Q: How much does it cost to attend?
A: Absolutely nothing – Medfest is largely funded by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, with additional funding being accrued from both national and local sources. So there is no entry fee. Most events also carry free refreshments. Medfest does not receive funding from pharmaceutical companies.
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Q: Are there any trigger warnings for this event?
A: All the films will contain adult themes of mental illness and suffering, with discussions of self-harm and suicide.
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Q: Will there be any refreshments available?
A: Of course!
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Q: Hashtag for tweeting?
A: Please tweet away #MedFest2015
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Q: What are the accessibility features of the venue?
A: The venue is wheelchair accessible and the lecture theatre has a hearing loop installed.
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Q: Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
A: The local lead for Oxford is Marco Narajos. Please email [email protected] for any questions.