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Mike Grela
Royal Leamington Spa
Summary
Driven ST3 Orthopaedic Registrar commencing August 2026, co-founder of the British Orthopaedic Medical Students and Foundation Doctors Association (BOMFA). Expertise in clinical medicine, surgical training, and medical education enhances organisational development and leadership. Committed to mentorship and fostering early engagement with orthopaedics in medical training.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ST3 Orthopaedic Registrar
NHS England
Severn Deanery
08.2026 - Current
- Assessing and managing patients presenting with orthopaedic emergencies, including trauma admissions and acute surgical referrals.
- Managing acute trauma and elective orthopaedic patients.
- Performing operative procedures appropriate to level of training under consultant supervision, developing competency across trauma and orthopaedic surgery.
- Leading ward rounds, coordinating patient care, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise outcomes.
- Supervising and supporting resident doctors, contributing to teaching, training, and workplace-based assessments.
Co-Founder
British Orthopaedic Medical Students and Foundation Doctors Association (BOMFA)
08.2021 - Current
- Co-founded a national organisation connecting medical students with the orthopaedic community.
- BOMFA is a national not-for-profit organisation supported by the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) and British Orthopaedic Trainee Association (BOTA), created to inspire and support medical students interested in orthopaedics.
- Delivered educational opportunities and career guidance for aspiring orthopaedic surgeons, enhancing their pathways into the field.
- Developed initiatives addressing barriers for medical students pursuing orthopaedic surgery.
- Established links between students, trainees, and consultant surgeons.
- Supported growth of national network focused on diversity and accessibility within orthopaedics, fostering an inclusive community.
Core Surgical Trainee
NHS England
Kettering
08.2024 - 08.2026
- Developed core surgical competencies in suturing, knot tying, laparoscopic skills, and peri-operative patient management to enhance patient care.
- Assisted with operative procedures under senior supervision, enhancing surgical skills and contributing to successful patient outcomes across multiple surgical specialties.
- Participated in daily ward rounds, clinical assessments, and multidisciplinary team discussions to ensure comprehensive patient management and collaborative care.
- Orthopaedic-themed Core Surgical Training programme providing broad exposure to surgical specialties and development of operative and clinical decision-making skills.
- Participated in journal clubs and case presentations to deepen understanding of surgical practices and improve clinical knowledge.
- Presented patient cases during handovers and clinical meetings to ensure effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Developed foundational knowledge and skills essential for a successful career in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery through hands-on experience.
Foundation Year Doctor (FY1 & FY2)
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Warwickshire
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed acute and elective patients, ensuring comprehensive care across multiple specialties.
- Gained proficiency in managing acutely unwell patients, coordinating inpatient care effectively.
- Developed skills in clinical assessment, diagnosis, investigation, treatment planning, and escalation of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.
- Completed Foundation Training with experience across a range of medical and surgical specialties.
- Participated in clinical governance, teaching sessions, audits, and continuing professional development activities.
Peer Teacher
Medical Education Support Society (MESS), Barts and The London School of Medicine
London
09.2017 - 07.2022
- Delivered anatomy teaching sessions to large cohorts of medical students, enhancing their examination readiness.
- Assisted students in anatomy spotter examination preparation, improving their confidence and knowledge retention.
- Developed engaging educational material using diagrams and humour to facilitate understanding of anatomy concepts.
- Received consistently positive feedback from learners.
Student Prosector
Queen Mary University of London – Barts and The London School of Medicine
London
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Developed prosections for first- and second-year medical students to support their learning in anatomy.
- Developed detailed anatomical specimens including: Posterior abdominal wall, Heart, Upper limb, Pelvis, Femoral triangle, Lower limb musculoskeletal structures.
- Produced detailed venous anatomy specimens, emphasising greater and lesser saphenous veins for instructional purposes.
- Collaborated with Dr Paula Vickerton to create anatomical prosections enhancing undergraduate medical education.
Board Member
London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Society (LUOS)
London
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Oversaw and guided future LUOS committees, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
- Developed and supported undergraduate orthopaedic education initiatives to enhance learning outcomes.
Chairperson
London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Society (LUOS)
London
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Coordinated delivery of one of the largest undergraduate orthopaedic conferences in Europe.
- Managed committee members, event planning, speakers, and educational content.
- Led the organisation of the London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Conference.
Co-President
Barts and The London Orthopaedic Society
London
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Led undergraduate orthopaedic society, organising educational activities that enhanced medical students' understanding of orthopaedics.
- Promoted engagement with Trauma & Orthopaedics, increasing interest and participation among early-career medical students.
Conference Officer
King’s College London Trauma & Orthopaedics Society
London
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Supported organisation and delivery of orthopaedic educational events.
Workshop Lead
London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Society (LUOS)
London
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Coordinated practical workshops for inaugural London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Conference, enhancing hands-on learning opportunities for participants.
- Facilitated collaboration among students from five London medical schools to promote interdisciplinary engagement and knowledge sharing.
Education
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
Barts and The London
London2022
BSc (Hons) - Anatomy, Developmental and Human Biology
Kings College London
London2020
Skills
- Enthusiastic Teaching
- Web and Social Media Development
- Engagement and outreach
- Leadership
Custom
Co-Founder, British Orthopaedic Medical Students and Foundation Doctors Association (BOMFA), 2021-08-01, Present, United Kingdom, Co-founded a national organisation connecting medical students with the orthopaedic community., Developed initiatives to reduce barriers to entering orthopaedic surgery., Established links between students, trainees, and consultant surgeons., Helped deliver educational opportunities and career guidance for aspiring orthopaedic surgeons., Supported the growth of a national network promoting diversity and accessibility within orthopaedics.
Interests
Timeline
ST3 Orthopaedic Registrar
NHS England
08.2026 - Current
Core Surgical Trainee
NHS England
08.2024 - 08.2026
Foundation Year Doctor (FY1 & FY2)
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
07.2022 - 08.2024
Co-Founder
British Orthopaedic Medical Students and Foundation Doctors Association (BOMFA)
08.2021 - Current
Board Member
London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Society (LUOS)
06.2020 - 06.2021
Chairperson
London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Society (LUOS)
06.2019 - 06.2020
Co-President
Barts and The London Orthopaedic Society
06.2019 - 06.2020
Conference Officer
King’s College London Trauma & Orthopaedics Society
06.2019 - 06.2020
Workshop Lead
London Undergraduate Orthopaedic Society (LUOS)
09.2018 - 06.2019
Student Prosector
Queen Mary University of London – Barts and The London School of Medicine
08.2018 - 08.2021
Peer Teacher
Medical Education Support Society (MESS), Barts and The London School of Medicine
09.2017 - 07.2022
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
Barts and The London
BSc (Hons) - Anatomy, Developmental and Human Biology
Kings College London