Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, UK
Pirithika Kohilathas is a final year medical student at King’s College London with interests in paediatrics, cardiology and medical education. She has completed a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in cardiology, where she explored the intersection of artificial intelligence and patient-centred care through her dissertation, alongside developing a strong foundation in cardiovascular science. She is currently involved in ‘My Voice Matters’, a project led by Dr Claire Stewart that aims to improve communication in paediatric consultations by integrating visual aids into clinical practice. Through this initiative, she has supported fellow medical students in developing more inclusive and effective approaches to communicating with children. As an aspiring clinician, she is interested in advocating for young patients and strengthening communication training within undergraduate medical education.