The Faculty of Health Sciences welcomed new students

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A large group of participants in the matriculation ceremony stand in rows in a crowded auditorium. In the foreground, a group of people are facing in the same direction.
The official matriculation ceremony for students of the Faculty of Health Sciences was held on October 7. A total of 1,738 students began their studies in the programs of dietetics, nursing, midwifery, medical emergency and public health.

The event was hosted by Prof. Robert Gałązkowski, the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences (WNoZ), while the Rector of WUM was represented by Prof. Michał Grąt, the Vice Rector for International Relations, Promotion and Development. The Vice Rector emphasized that the professions taught at the Faculty of Health Sciences played a key role in the healthcare system, and effective patient care was the result of the cooperation of many specialists.

“Your knowledge, independence and accurate decisions will have a real impact on patients' outcomes,” said Prof. Michał Grąt. “From the beginning of your studies, I would like you to build pride in your own profession and respect for the competences of others. Learn to cooperate. Learn to listen to each other. Patients need a team whose members can rely on each other. WUM gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced teachers and practitioners.”

“You are not alone”

The newly admitted students were also addressed by Prof. Robert Gałązkowski. The Dean of WNoZ emphasized that studies were not only the time of acquiring knowledge and skills, but also of personal development and discovering one's own potential. He drew attention to the special responsibility of healthcare-related professions. He also assured the students that they could count on the support of the university.

“You should also remember that you are not alone,” said Professor Gałązkowski. “University teachers, tutors, dean's office employees and faculty authorities are at your disposal. We are here to support you in achieving your educational goals and help you overcome emerging difficulties. I wish you that the beginning academic year will mark the start of a fascinating journey, full of success, satisfaction and inspiring experiences.”

Solemn oath

The oath of newly admitted students was the highlight of the ceremony. The students agreed to acquire knowledge and develop professional competences, to act in accordance with ethical principles and keep confidential all patient information they become aware of during their studies. They also promised to treat the authorities of the university and members of the WUM community with respect, to respect the laws and habits at the university, and to take care of the dignity and honor of the student of the Medical University of Warsaw.

Lecture on fetal diagnosis and therapy

The matriculation lecture entitled “Before man is born. Contemporary possibilities of fetal diagnostics and therapy” was delivered by Prof. Przemysław Kosiński, the Head of the Department of Obstetrics, Perinatology, Gynecology and Reproduction WNoZ.

The professor presented specific examples of innovative procedures used in modern prenatal medicine, including laser treatment of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), prenatal spina bifida surgery performed by fetoscopic method, balloon insertion into the trachea of the fetus in the case of congenital diaphragmatic hernia and the implantation of thoracoamniotic shunts that save lives of children with severe lung development disorders. He also discussed pioneering projects, such as an “artificial placenta” for extremely premature babies, which could be an alternative to traditional incubators in the future.

During the ceremony, a statuette was also presented to Dr Zofia Sienkiewicz for initiating and continuing classes for students at the Warsaw Regional Chamber of Nurses and Midwives. The statuette was presented by Anna Dudzińska, the Chair of the Warsaw Regional Chamber of Nurses and Midwives. The Chamber also addressed special thanks to Dr Justyna Teliga-Czajkowska, the Vice Dean for Obstetrics and Dr Łukasz Czyżewski, the Vice Dean for Nursing. 

The matriculation ceremony concluded with a concert of the WUM Choir conducted by Daniel Synowiec.

The event was attended by numerouse distinguished guests. Representatives of the authorities of our university were also present: Prof. Michał Grąt, the Vice Rector for International Relations, Promotion and Development, and Prof. Agnieszka Cudnoch-Jędrzejewska, the Vice Rector for Clinical Affairs and Investment. The event was also attended by Vice Deans of the Faculty of Health Sciences (Dr Justyna Teliga-Czajkowska, Dr Łukasz Czyżewski, Dr Patryk Rzońca), Chairman of the Health Sciences Discipline Council, members of the Council of the Faculty of Health Sciences, university teachers – representatives of WNoZ departments, employees of the dean's office and students from the Student Government of the Faculty of Health Sciences.
 

Six people in academic gowns stand in an auditorium during the matriculation ceremony for students of the WUM Faculty of Health Sciences. In front of them is a table with academic insignia and a bouquet of flowers, while the Medical University of Warsaw emblem is displayed on a screen in the background.
A person wearing a blue academic gown and ceremonial chain speaks at a lectern in an auditorium. Ceremony participants are seated in the background, with framed photographs displayed on the wall.
Four people in academic gowns sit in armchairs during the ceremony. A table with academic insignia stands in front of them, with a bouquet of white flowers in the foreground.
A vocal ensemble performs in front of an audience in a crowded auditorium. The performers hold open folders with sheet music, while the emblem of the Faculty of Medicine of the Medical University of Warsaw is displayed on the screen.
People wearing blue academic gowns and black caps sit in a row in an auditorium. Other ceremony participants are seated behind them.
People wearing blue academic gowns and black caps sit in a row in an auditorium. Other ceremony participants are seated behind them.
A group of people sit in the front rows of an auditorium during a ceremony, with some of them applauding. A large audience is seated in the rows behind them.
A large group of ceremony participants stand among rows of red seats in an auditorium. A gallery of framed black-and-white portraits is displayed on the wall to the left.
A group of ceremony participants stand among rows of red seats in an auditorium.
Ceremony participants stand in rows in an auditorium. In the foreground, a person wearing a dark suit and tie stands alongside several people dressed in light and dark clothing.
A person wearing a blue academic gown and black cap speaks at a lectern. A presentation slide titled “Before a human is born. Contemporary possibilities of fetal therapy” with an illustration of a fetus is displayed on the screen in the background.
A large group of ceremony participants sit in rows of red seats in an auditorium. Some of the participants are applauding.
A person wearing a white blazer stands at a lectern with two microphones during a ceremony in an auditorium. Event participants are seated in the background, with a clock mounted above the door.
Two people pose for a photo in an auditorium. One person holds a glass award, while the other holds an open presentation box and a navy blue bag. In the background, a screen displays the text “Matriculation of students of the WUM Faculty of Health Sciences.
Two people stand next to each other in an auditorium. The person wearing a blue academic gown and black cap holds a glass award and an open presentation box, while the other person holds a blue folder. The Medical University of Warsaw emblem is displayed on a screen in the background.
Two women stand next to each other during a ceremony in an auditorium. The woman wearing a blue academic gown and black cap holds an open box containing an award, while the woman in a white blazer holds a navy blue bag. People in academic gowns and screens displaying the symbols of the Medical University of Warsaw are in the background.
A vocal ensemble of four women and four men sings in front of an audience in an auditorium. The performers hold open folders with sheet music, while a man standing in front conducts the ensemble.
People wearing red and blue academic gowns and black and red caps sit in the front row of an auditorium. Some wear ceremonial chains over their gowns, while other ceremony participants are seated in the background.
A large group of participants stand in rows in a crowded auditorium. People wearing blue and red academic gowns and black caps walk between the rows.
A person wearing a black academic gown and black cap speaks at a lectern with two microphones. A red banner of the Medical University of Warsaw and the Faculty of Medicine is displayed in the background.
A vocal ensemble performs in front of an audience in an auditorium. Four people wearing black tops and long green skirts and four people in black suits hold open folders with sheet music. A conductor stands in front of the ensemble.
A vocal ensemble performs in front of an audience in a crowded auditorium. The performers hold open folders with sheet music, while the emblem of the Faculty of Medicine of the Medical University of Warsaw is displayed on the screen.
A person wearing a red academic gown and black cap holds a basket filled with identification badges. Another person standing opposite reaches into the basket.
Ceremony participants form a line in a crowded auditorium. A person wearing a red academic gown holds a basket of identification badges, while the person at the front of the line takes one from the basket.