Vattikuti Innovators Challenge

The Vattikuti Innovators Challenge (VIC) is a competition for medical students worldwide. The purpose of the competition is to see who can come up with out-of-the-box ideas and solutions to address problems in medicine.

Teams of 2 will work together to solve the competition question which will be provided once registered. Teams can be self-selected or assigned.

VIC 2024 Competition Theme: Patient-centered Communication and System Redesign through Storytelling

Details of the case and competition exercise will be accessible to applicants upon entry to the Competition.

Objectives of VIC: Learn how to communicate with various audiences throughout the medical communityInteract with students learning medical practices from multiple countries Demonstrate imaginative thinking Present problem-solving solutions Exhibit primary and secondary research skills, to include seeking external advice and data as well as input from teachers and expertsExperience peer-to-peer learning from medical students receiving education from different parts of the world