Life as an international medical student in China

Medicine. Culture. Growth. From China to the world!

Welcome to WhiteCoat China!

Hi! I’m Oluwabukunmi, a doctor who began her journey in the bustling classrooms and hospitals of China. WhiteCoatChina is where I share the real stories, practical tips, and honest reflections about life as an international medical student, from surviving exams to navigating life in China and beyond.
Whether you are preparing for your China adventure, a fellow medical student, junior doctor, IMG, or just a curious bee- you are in the right place!

Study. Survive. Thrive.

Being an international student in China isn’t just about textbooks and exams. It’s about finding your rhythm in a new country, managing dorm life, tackling language barriers, and building friendships that last a lifetime. Here you’ll find practical tips and honest stories about what it’s really like to live and study medicine in China.

Medicine. Culture. Living.

Yes, we’re training to be doctors, but life in China also means exploring food streets, navigating traditions, and traveling across a country full of culture and history. These stories capture the day-to-day experiences that shape us beyond the white coat.

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China to the World.

What comes after graduation? For many of us, it’s preparing for exams like PLAB, USMLE, or pursuing opportunities around the globe. I share my own journey, the journeys of others- as we step from medical school in China into careers, specialties, and adventures across the world.

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Medicine. Culture. Growth. From China to the world!

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Medicine. Culture. Living.

China to the World.

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