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Mackay Brothers Celebrate Double Graduation Success

Proud Mackay brothers Sean and Silvan Aban are preparing for an extra special moment this December as they celebrate their university graduation…together!

With a shared passion for healthcare and a drive to support their regional community, the Aban brothers have been on parallel paths towards their dreams. Silvan, in his sixth year of medicine, has been a guiding mentor to younger students while completing his final years of study back home in Mackay.

Meanwhile, his brother Sean began his journey in pharmacy, initially unaware he could study from Mackay, but has since returned and is currently on placement at Mackay Base Hospital.

Both brothers are determined to contribute to the region’s healthcare workforce, with Sean hoping to secure his internship locally.

In an exciting twist, the pair will graduate side by side at the same ceremony, making for a rare, but rather special family celebration.

A representative from Mackay Hospital Health Service said, “It’s thrilling to see local brothers Silvan and Sean, who have a shared passion for regional healthcare, completing their final year pharmacy and medical students placements at home with the Mackay HHS.

“Sibling rivalry is definitely the rocket fuel of success and Silvan and Sean’s hard work and dedication to their studies at JCU: College of Medicine and Dentistry is paying off.

“Congratulations guys and all the best to you both for a fantastic year ahead!”

Caption: Mackay brothers Sean and Silvan Aban are celebrating their double graduation success this December, both completing their studies in healthcare and graduating together from JCU. Photo source: Mackay Hospital and Health Service (Facebook)

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