Upcoming Medical Seminar in Tokyo Aimed at Future Doctors on September 13

Upcoming Medical Seminar in Tokyo

On September 13, 2023, the renowned medical preparatory school, Medical Lab, part of the Kawaguchi Exam Group, will host a special seminar titled "To Those Aspiring to Be Doctors." This event is designed for students in junior high, senior high, and their parents who are interested in becoming physicians.

A Dual Approach: Clinical Realities & Exam Preparation

As medical school admissions increasingly rely on comprehensive and school recommendation selection, it's crucial for applicants to clarify their motivations in preparation for interviews and personal statements.

Recognizing the importance of understanding both clinical realities and examination strategies, Medical Lab has organized this comprehensive two-part seminar. The first segment features Dr. Masatomi Ikusaka, a leading expert in general medicine, who has also served as a supervisor for several medical dramas. He will share his personal experiences with misdiagnoses, providing valuable lessons on the role of a clinical physician in today’s uncertain world.

In the second segment, Yoshitomo Kani, the Head of Academic Affairs at Medical Lab, will offer insights based on his extensive experience guiding over 10,000 students to medical school acceptance. He will focus on effective tactics for succeeding in medical school entrance examinations, including interview strategies.

This seminar provides a unique opportunity for young students and their parents to simultaneously learn about clinical practice while gaining essential exam preparation tactics. We encourage you to share information about this event in your publications, and we welcome media coverage and interviews.

Event Details: "To Those Aspiring to Be Doctors"

- Date & Time: September 13 (Sunday) from 14:00 to 16:15

- On-Demand Streaming: Available from early October until January 31, 2027.

- Venue: Marunouchi Hall, 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Target Audience: Elementary, junior high, and high school students aspiring to enter medical school, along with their parents.
- Participation Fee: Free

Lecture Schedule

- Part 1 (14:00 - 15:00):

- Special Lecture: "What Misdiagnosis Taught Me About Real Work - Resolving to Survive in an Uncertain World"
- Lecturer: Dr. Masatomi Ikusaka

- Part 2 (15:15 - 16:15):

- Medical School Entrance Lecture: "How to Become the Doctor You Aspire to Be"
- Lecturer: Yoshitomo Kani

Following the lectures, a consultation session related to medical school admissions will be held.

Registration and Inquiries

To register, please visit the following URL (registration will close once maximum capacity is reached): Medical Lab Registration

For inquiries, contact the Education Marketing Department at 052-589-4723.

Speakers Profile

Dr. Masatomi Ikusaka

- Originating from Fukuoka Prefecture, Dr. Ikusaka graduated from Tottori University School of Medicine in 1985 and completed his doctoral studies at Tokyo Medical University in 1989.
- He acquired medical licenses in Iowa in 1990 and became a board-certified family physician in 1993. Following his support in establishing a general medicine department at St. Marianna University Hospital, he joined his wife’s practice in Saitama.
- Nominated professor at Chiba University in 2003, he established their general medicine department and became an honorary professor in 2024.
- Dr. Ikusaka has also been serving as Chair of the General Practice Specialty Committee for the Japan Primary Care Association since 2022.

Yoshitomo Kani

- With a wealth of experience guiding numerous students into medical and dental schools, Yoshitomo Kani has developed a personalized teaching method to ensure students’ success.
- He oversees the curriculum and staff at Medical Lab while working actively in medical entrance exam preparations.