USEMS Blog
Stories, guides and elective write-ups from the USEMS community — written by us, or published elsewhere and linked from here.
9 Aug 2026· Dr Isa WaheedStudySEM
How to Get Into Sport and Exercise Medicine as a Medical Student
What you can do as a medical student to explore sport and exercise medicine as a career.
29 Sept 2025· Rosie Rudin, Meg Ormond, Isa Waheed, Antony Stott & Alessio KendaBJSM
Sideline Stories: A Guide to Sports Medicine Electives (Part 2)
Three more elective experiences: Aspetar Hospital in Doha, a Premier League academy medical team, and elite team medicine in Sydney with NRL and AFL organisations.
5 Sept 2025· Rosie Rudin, Meg Ormond & Andrew DurhamBJSM
A Guide to Sports Medicine Electives (Part 1)
First-hand accounts of SEM electives in Australia, New Zealand and via the FIFA Medical Diploma — practical tips on applying early, staying persistent, and making the most of your placement.