Ms. Finola Mankel | Paediatric Neurology Award | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Finola Mankel, University College London, United Kingdom

Finola Mankel is an exemplary medical professional who graduated from UCL Medical School with a first-class honors iBSc in Paediatrics and Child Health and an MBBS degree. Recognized for her outstanding academic achievements, including the 2022 BPNA Medical Student Prize and multiple certificates of merit, she has contributed to the field through her research on first seizures in infants with Sturge-Weber syndrome, published in Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology. Finola has extensive experience as a healthcare assistant and is committed to teaching and mentoring future medical professionals. Fluent in German, she is actively involved in pediatric and international health groups. 🌍📚

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Education

Finola’s educational journey began at St. Peter’s Catholic School from 2013 to 2017, where she demonstrated exceptional academic prowess, earning A-levels in Chemistry (A*), Biology (A*), and Maths (A), alongside an AS level in Philosophy & Ethics (A). She also achieved 10 GCSEs with 4 A* and 6 A grades, marking her as an outstanding student from an early age.

Academic Awards and Recognitions 🏆🥇

Finola has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards. In 2024, she received a Certificate of Merit for her overall performance in MBBS Year 6, a testament to her dedication and expertise. Her excellence was also recognized in 2022 when she won the BPNA Medical Student Prize for the best oral presentation, highlighting her ability to effectively communicate complex medical concepts. In 2021, she was honored as the Paediatrics and Child Health iBSc Student of the Year, and she also received a spot on the UCL Dean’s List for Outstanding Academic Achievement within the Faculty of Population Health Science. Her academic journey began with early recognition in 2017 when she received the Biology Award from St. Peter’s Catholic School.

Professional Experience and Employment 💼👩‍🔬

Finola has accumulated a wealth of experience in the healthcare sector. Since September 2017, she has served as a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford. Her role expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2021, when she provided critical support at UCLH ICU. Additionally, she gained valuable childcare experience working as a Nursery Assistant for Headline UK during the summer of 2019.

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