Sunday, November 29, 2020

Stetson Lee Orthopedic Internship



Stetson Lee Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine is looking to hire five recent college graduates and aspiring doctors for its year-long, paid internship program which started in 2007. This internship is designed to provide practical experience to college graduates bound for medical school. The interns work directly with the physicians and will learn how to take medical histories, document patient present illnesses, review X-ray and MRI results from the in-office X-ray and MRI machines, and to synthesize information into possible diagnoses. The interns will have the opportunity to attend both arthroscopic and open surgery of the shoulder, knee, elbow, hip, and ankle. They will engage in ongoing research projects with the goal of publishing their projects in peer-reviewed journals. Finally, the interns have the opportunity to learn the business side of medicine by sitting in on business and financial meetings of the group and occasionally assisting with the overall operation of the office.

The internship program begins each year around June first and lasts roughly thirteen months. Qualifications are that students must have recently graduated from a university, taken the MCAT, and plan on attending medical school. Interest in Orthopedics is preferred, but not required as this experience will help all aspiring doctors.

More information about our internship can be found on our website https://www.stetsonleeortho.com/internship.

If your  are interested in applying, please email a cover letter and resume to business@stetsonleeortho.com.

 

Saturday, November 28, 2020

Clinical Research Coordinator Position - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

 


Clinical Research Coordinator- Entry Level

Icahn School of Medicine, Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences

Position Summary:

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a clinical research coordinator for multiple clinical trials and studies related to inherited disease, genetics and immunology.

Working under the direction of the Project Manager, CRC will be in charge of subject recruitment, consent, clinical data collection, sample collection and tracking and longitudinal follow-ups, as well as ensuring that the clinical activities for study participants are conducted in accordance with approved protocols. CRC will work closely with the lab team and dietitians to assure completeness of dietary data, sample collection and database maintenance.

Strong organizational, interpersonal and analytical skills are required and candidates must be comfortable with extensive patient and clinician interactions. Applicants with a particular interest in nutrition and the microbiome are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is ideal for someone interested in pursuing graduate studies or a career in the fields of medicine, public health, nutrition or clinical research.

Evening and/or weekend hours will sometimes be required. The role will start as soon as January 2021.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Carry out research within the scope of the established study protocols while adhering to all human subjects regulations as defined by Institutional Review Boards and the federal mandates pertaining to human subject research.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of recruitment strategies. Coordinate patient enrollment through developing relationships with physicians and patients. Efficiently track and monitor mechanisms for the recruitment of patients.
  • Determine subject eligibility, obtain informed consent, conduct subject interviews and reach out to research participants for data and biospecimen collections and to schedule follow-up visits. Monitor follow-up and retention procedures for subjects and assist with sample collection and computerized data collection as required by protocols.
  • Assure high levels of study subject involvement and act as a study resource for patients, families and staff.
  • Document patient visits. Maintain case report forms and source documentation. Assist with monitoring for and reporting adverse events and protocol deviations.
  • Attend weekly meetings related to ongoing research protocols and generate and present weekly reports of study progress and enrollment, sharing best practices and troubleshooting challenges. Update research team to ensure the integrity of ongoing research and data production.
  • Assist with writing and altering protocols, informed consents and other study documents. Draft and submit applications to the IRB, including amendments and continuing reviews.
  • Alternate availability with other Research Coordinators to be “on call” outside of the normal work day and during weekends in order to attend births for sample collections. Occasional travel.
  • Perform other related duties as determined by supervisors.

Job Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant academic/scientific field and a minimum of 1 year of related research support experience or the equivalent combination of education or experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and follow research project-related supporting documents.
  • Demonstrated ability to report on the status of project deliverables and draft and submit project updates.
  • Proven ability to use analytical skills to determine patient eligibility, obtain informed consent and coordinate patient enrollment.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate effectively and highly self-motivated, independent, consistent and reliable. A high level of maturity is required as this role involves access to confidential medical information.
  • Ability to work successfully as a team member.
  • Ability to effectively, efficiently and independently work under pressure and set priorities among multiple competing tasks with limited supervision.

To apply:

Please send by email to Project Manager Alexa Rendon at alexa.rendon@mssm.edu

  1. A cover letter explaining relevant experience and your specific interest in this position.
  2. A detailed CV that includes names and contact information of up to three references.


Friday, November 27, 2020

Wilderness & Emergency Medicine Lecture Series


The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is spearheading and hosting a large virtual wilderness and emergency medicine speaker series Each week via Zoom, a speaker from a diverse range of niche fields including space medicine, dive medicine, mountain medicine, surf medicine, toxicology, climate change medicine, tactical medicine, rural medicine and more will present. Attending the lectures would be a great way for students to be exposed to what medicine can offer and provides the unique chance to speak directly with some world-renowned physicians from around the world. The series is formally supported by the Wilderness Medical Society and the University of Miami.  

https://sites.google.com/view/umwildernessmedicine/home

Sunday, November 22, 2020

Asians in Healthcare Panel

 

APIDAA & AHA present: Asians in Healthcare Panel! Come out to the fourth installation of our semesterly panel series, "Asians in ______"! Join them on Zoom here on November 24th from 7:00-8:30pm EST to listen to the experiences of APIDA professionals in the fields of mental health, clinical neurophysiology, and nursing. They'll have a facilitated panel discussion as well as a Q&A session (come with questions!)


Saturday, November 21, 2020

Volunteer Emory: Brighten a Day & Showline Hospice Weekly Service Trip


Join us on this asynchronous Weekly Service Trip as we write letters and cards to hospice patients, hospitalized children, retirement home residents, healthcare heroes, and firefighters! We will be composing positive messages for the patients of Snowline Hospice and the associates of the Brighten A Day organization in order to spread joy and hope. Students will be able to decorate their cards/letters and to remind these individuals that they are not alone during these difficult times. This opportunity is great for students with creative and writing talent as well as for those wishing to spread smiles. Sign up here. 

Friday, November 20, 2020

PHA Advising Update - English Pre-Requisites

 English Pre-Requisites

Medical schools and other professional healthcare programs often require 2 semesters of English. At Emory, a lot of students try NOT to take another English class after completion of their first-year writing (through AP or otherwise) and instead try to use Continued Writing (CWRT) classes (required for Emory graduation) to bypass this.

When using CWRT, the following “categories” do NOT typically count as both CWRT and Eng pre-reqs: foreign languages, labs, science classes, methods classes, and honors thesis credits.      

CWRTs at Emory that Don’t Count as an alternative for ENG Pre-Req:

·       Any Foreign Language prefix: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Tibetan, Yiddish

·       Any Science Lab. Examples include, but are not limited to:

o   Bio/ENVS247LW

o   ENVS442W

o   Bio370LW

o   Chem371LW

o   Phys444W

·       Technical or Methodological Writing Classes. Examples include, but are not limited to:

o   Soc355W or 457W

o   Psyc200W

o   QTM302W

·       Any Honors Thesis Credit: 495BW (or any other course number used by the various departments)

The list above is not an exhaustive list – you should consult with your PHA advisor if you have questions or if you think a class might meet a category here but isn’t explicitly listed. You as the applicant are responsible for verifying accepted courses with admissions offices at medical schools and other healthcare professional programs.

The safest option for any student to maximize their options in applying to medical school / healthcare programs is to take an additional English prefix-based course, such as one that starts with Eng, CPLT, or ENGCW.

Thursday, November 19, 2020

Stanford CARE Summer Research Immersion

 


Application deadline: February 5th, 2021.

The Stanford CARE-SRI Program is an immersive 8-week summer program in Data Science and Vulnerable Populations for undergraduate and graduate students, with a focus in Asian Health. This exceptional program leverages the unique aspects of Stanford's world-class research, technology, and medical infrastructure to train learners to become superb population science researchers.

We are looking for a diverse pool of undergraduate and graduate applicants who have strong interest in Asian and public health, in both the sciences and the arts. Prior research is encouraged but NOT required.  We will place students in balanced teams of stats/comp sci and liberal arts, to draw from each other's strengths during the research process.

Additional information:

Students will carry out two research projects throughout the summer: 1) a large database research project focused on precision medicine, and 2) a specific mentored research project with individual faculty. Most students are predicted to submit 1-2 manuscripts for publication to a peer reviewed journal along with their team members. Program content is the equivalent of three undergraduate classes.

The course content aims to facilitate student career development and professional success. We place extra emphasis on mentorship, wellness, and personal career development to ensure that our students have a fulfilling experience that prepares them for careers as scholars in medicine and research.

Please apply at the following link: https://care.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/58384

The Center for Asian Health Research and Education (CARE) Stanford University School of Medicine stanfordcare@stanford.edu http://care.stanford.edu

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Executive Board Applications Due Today for Project Sunshine

 Emory’s Project Sunshine is a volunteer led non-profit delivering in-hospital programs to pediatric centers around Atlanta, GA. Their virtual program, TelePlay, aims to provide engaging activities and projects for children in medical centers in collaboration with Emory’s chapter of Project Sunshine! Applications are due today, November 18th.

University of Michigan Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP)

 


Apply for the University of Michigan Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP, which is an MD/PhD program) on the medical campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  UM-SMART is designed for undergraduate students who have an interest in obtaining a combined MD/PhD degree leading to a career in academic medicine as a physician-scientist performing basic research relevant to human health and disease. As a UM-SMART summer research fellow, students work full-time in a basic research laboratory under the mentorship of a research faculty member. 

The goal of the UM-SMART program is to help students decide if a career as a physician-scientist is right for them, and to enhance competitiveness when applying to MD/PhD programs.  The UM-SMART has helped 85 undergraduate participants learn about MD/PhD training since 2008.  After graduation, 78% of past participants entered MD/PhD, PhD, or MD programs.

This 10-week program is aimed at students who have some amount of basic and mechanistic research experience related to medicine and are interested in gaining more experience to advance their career goals.  UM-SMART is not intended for students seeking clinical research experience on human subjects.  Additionally, we do not offer opportunities in public health, the social sciences, or humanities.

Application opens:  November 16, 2020

Application deadline:  February 1, 2021

Tentative Program dates:  May 24-Aug 1, 2021

While we are hopeful and planning for an in person program in 2021, due to the uncertain nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, the status of the program is currently tentative.  The health and safety of UM-SMART participants and our community is of upmost importance.  In the event that joining us on campus is not possible, an alternative virtual experience will be offered. 

Program Highlights: (visit the website or view the brochure for more information)

Students participating in a lab receive a stipend of $4,400 plus double occupancy dormitory housing and a meal allowance.

The main scientific focus of the summer program is to provide full-time laboratory biomedical research, as well as

·        Two half day clinical shadowing experiences

·        Online MCAT preparation accessible for 12 months

·        Oral and Poster presentation and relevant seminars

·        “Big Sib” Mentoring Program

·        Attend 3-day MSTP annual scientific retreat

Eligibility: (see the website or brochure for more information)

Applicants belonging to groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in biomedical research are strongly encouraged to apply. This includes:  Individuals from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, such as those with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds such as family annual income below established low-income thresholds, or an educational environment that has inhibited the individual from obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to develop and participate in a research career.

In addition, applicants must

  • Be a US Citizen or permanent resident of the US

·       Complete sophomore year by June 1, 2021

·       Maintain a minimum 3.2 grade point average

·       Complete 100 hours of research lab experience by June 1, 2021

·       Submit two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a research mentor or instructor

To apply to the UM-SMART program, follow this link:  https://umich-smart.smapply.io/prog/um-smart_summer_undergraduate_research_program_2021/

For more information please read the brochure or visit our website:

https://medicine.umich.edu/medschool/education/md-phd-program/um-smart-undergrad-summer-program

https://medicine.umich.edu/medschool/education/md-phd-program/um-smart-undergrad-summer-program/frequently-asked-questions

The deadline for application submission including all application materials is February 1, 2021.

Should you have any questions about the program please feel free to contact the University of Michigan MSTP office mstp@umich.edu


Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Liberation Through Education @ Emory Trivia Fundraiser

 



Liberation Through Education @ Emory is holding a trivia fundraiser on November 19 at 8pm! All funds raised will go toward uniforms and school supplies for Juaben Junior High School in Ghana! Form teams of up to 4 people to participate and the winning team will get $100!

https://forms.gle/t8a9kasn5375K7zU7

Emory Pre-Optometry Society OAT Guide


While standardized exams like the Optometry Admission Test (OAT) are a crucial requirement for grad schools, the entire experience can be overwhelming. In the Pre-Optometry Society's upcoming meeting, they hope to ease your worries with a step by step outline to success.

 https://emory.zoom.us/j/97065851906

Monday, November 16, 2020

Dentistry Less Explored with Dr. David Leader - Emory Pre-Dental Society (EASDA)

 


Sad that this semester is almost over? Don't you worry - Emory Pre-Dental Society has one more event just for you! Meet Dr. David leaders, professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine AND Emory College Alumni to learn about tele-dentistry, public health and more!

https://forms.gle/hqfnMQfeEYe6vzpXA

The Doctor Is In: Volume VIII

 Looking Forward

Here we are, getting to the end of fall semester 2020.  Campus has been relatively quiet, and I think we have done a good job as a community getting through this semester.  So many things have been on my mind about the last few months.  Adjusting to the remote world has been a big part of that – Zoom meetings and webinars, teaching behind a mask, and virtual interviews for medical school, residency and fellowship positions.  Some of the things we have all been doing in this shift to the virtual side of things are likely to stay in place, and hopefully get better, when we get to the other side of COVID-19.  It’s hard to escape all of the news about COVID -19 itself – the numbers, the patients, and of course our adaptation to all of this.  We recently heard a bit of good news about a vaccine on the horizon, and by the end of the month we may hear more.  There are clearly lots of logistical details to sort about getting the vaccine out, and yet we are getting there.  And of course, the biggest news has probably been centered around the recent election, and in Georgia we are not quite done yet with campaigns. 

I had a nice conversation with one of our peer mentors recently.  He reached out via email and we were able to schedule a Zoom meeting. It felt great to just chat – no planned agenda, no specific questions, just some honest conversation.  That reminded me that one of the things I miss most about where we are all right now is the unscheduled conversation.  I’m registered for the first ever virtual meeting of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) this week.  I’ll be able to listen in on the sessions from home or my office, and I’ll earn some CME (continuing medical education) credit, yet I know I’ll miss those unplanned conversations between the sessions, in the hallways, on the walk to and from the hotel.  We are adapting, and we are doing our best to survive, but we certainly miss what it was like.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner.  I always look forward to Thanksgiving – a relatively calm, ‘non-shiny’ holiday, centered around food, family & friends, and falling over a 4 day weekend.  What’s not to like, right?  Yet, this year is going to be different in some ways.  But be sure to take time to be thankful for what you have and for what you intend to give.  Be grateful for all that you’ve learned over the past few months.  Remember that we have lots of work to do, so recharge and renew.  Stay healthy.  And always look ahead. 

-Dr. B



Emory Undergraduate Research Journal Research Panel: COVID-19, Mental Health, and Race

Join EURJ for a discussion with Dr. Glenna Brewster and Dr. Irene Yang about research in context of COVID-19 and it's effects on mental health and race.

https://emory.zoom.us/j/97595595449

Sunday, November 15, 2020

"Where Do You Stand? A Pre-dental Checkup" Panel Event - EASDA

 


Join the EASDA professional development committee to learn more about the pre-dental journey and have any of your questions regarding dental school answered! We will cover topics including academics, DAT, overall pre-dental timeline, and anything you would like to know about.

https://emory.zoom.us/j/94032469176

2020 Sustainable Summit



Next Saturday (Nov 21) at 12PM-4PM EST, Q&A Fabric Studio will be hosting a forum where designers and consumers connect to discuss the subject of sustainability in fashion. The event is $25 per student and a networking platform for designers and consumers to come together and talk about their passions. If you’re interested in any of these topics, check out the event details here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-sustainable-summit-tickets-123094638377

 

Front Lines Tutoring

 

Front Lines Tutoring, a student-run volunteer organization that provides free, virtual tutoring to the children of healthcare workers and underserved youth affected by COVID-19. This organization was developed by a UCLA student in March 2020 and was recently featured on ABC7 News. We currently have over 200 tutors from universities across the U.S. and provide more than 150 families with free tutoring.

We are looking for more tutors to help with our rapidly increasing demand from parents and their children. Tutors are matched based on experience, interests, and availability, so this is an easy, rewarding way to impact young students and their educational journeys! If this opportunity is of interest to you, please see the link below to apply to be an FLT tutor!

Tutor App: Tutor Application

Don’t hesitate to learn more about us at frontlinestutoring.com or email frontlinestutoring@gmail.com with any questions you might have.


Saturday, November 14, 2020

Minority Pre-Medical Society: Physician Specialty Spotlight


The first of a series of spotlights on physician specialties, join the Emory Minority Pre-Medical Society to learn more next Tuesday!

UGA Doctor of Pharmacy Program Update

 


Just a few reminders of upcoming dates and deadlines:

  • February 1, 2021 – Preferred application deadline for scholarship consideration.
  • April 1, 2021 — Regular Decision applications deadline for PharmCAS and the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy.  Both applications have the same deadline.


Friday, November 13, 2020

2020 Minority Student Medical Career Fair

The 2020 Minority Student Medical Career Fair is going virtual!

Find a list of participating medical schools and organizations.

While we would love to meet you in-person, your health and safety is top priority for us. We are very excited to provide you with information on pathways to medicine from the comfort of your homes or wherever you decide to join us.

You might ask, what can we offer you virtually? Well, lots!!

We will have interactive workshops focused on crucial information for high school and college students including the Medical College Admission Test® (MCAT®), the American Medical College Application Service® (AMCAS®), Financial Information, Resources, Services, and Tools (FIRST), and other AAMC Services. Although not hands-on, you will still get an up-close look as our medical schools demonstrate techniques such at suturing.

Who should come? College and high school students, parents, pre-health advisors, school administrations, and other interested individuals are encouraged to attend. While the focus is on supporting individuals from diverse and underserved communities, we welcome participation of all high school and college students interested in medicine and the biomedical sciences.

Event highlights:

  • Learn about Summer Health professions Education Program (SHPEP), Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), and other medical preparation resources and programs.
  • Listen to panel discussions about the pathway to becoming a physician or medical researcher.
  • Connect with diversity affairs, admissions, PHD and MD-PhD program directors or administrators from US medical schools along with other health professions school.
  • View hands-on medical and health activities.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn first-hand about the journey to become a future physician or scientist. Watch this page for more information as it becomes available.

Please contact careerfair@aamc.org with questions. 

Register now.

Humans of Pre-Health Emory (HOPHE): Rohan K. Dhamsania


1.     Could you introduce yourself to us all (who you are, where you are, what journey you’ve gone through so far from Emory)

I am Rohan K. Dhamsania, a medical student at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) at GA campus. I am originally from India and I came to the US for college. I really enjoyed the research-intensive approach to learning at Emory and decided to pursue my medical training in the US as well. I graduated with a B.S in Biology from Emory College M.S in Cancer Biology and Translational Oncology from Laney Graduate School of Emory University.

2.     What has been the most difficult part of your pre-health career? Did you face difficulties as an international student from India entering Emory and through your Pre-Health journey?

Getting used to the American education system was a challenging transition. The educational model in India is a lot more structured as compared to the flexible nature of the curriculum here in the USA. Thus, the abundance of choices in course selections, research opportunities and extra-curriculars was exciting and overwhelming at first. There was lot of trial and error to successfully navigate through these choices. I am grateful for all the mentoring that I received at Emory and it has played in instrumental role in my career development.

3.     Why did you decide to engage in the 4+1 program at Emory? And what did you gain from your experience?

Inquiry based approach to learning was the aspect that impressed me the most about Emory education. During my undergraduate years, I researched in a basic science neuroscience lab. After completing my undergraduate degree, I wanted to dwell in to translational research as I am considering that as a potential career goal along with becoming a physician. Cancer research gave me a strong perspective of drug developments and how it can change lives of cancer patients and their families. It was a very humbling experience for me. My mentor, Dr. Victor Corces always said, “Study as if someone’s life depends on it” and cancer research helped me understand and experience what he really meant when he said that.

4.     Did you ever teeter between research and medical school? What led you to decide to go to medical school?

I was more inclined to go to medical school as I enjoy interreacting with people. Even though I never intended to pursue PhD, however, I strongly believe that with the emphasis on evidence-based medicine, it’s impossible to separate medicine from research. As a result, I always prioritized research along with my academics. I ended up picking the medical route as I realized that I enjoy interacting with people and I aspire to develop treatment plans in consultation with the patients and experts.

5.     As a medical student, what do you take from time at Emory to medical school?

Be open to new ideas, ask unscripted questions and seek help early are key skills that I learnt Emory. These points particularly enabled me to connect with faculty, staff and students at Emory and I hope I can continue to develop these skills in medical school.

6.     If you could start over, would you change anything in your journey?

I thoroughly enjoyed my college experience, however, there were times when I was not optimally productive. Learning from that, I cant emphasis the importance of creating a routine and sticking by it. In the long run, routine definitely pays off.

Health Professions Week


Health Professions Week (HPW2020) is a fun, weeklong event designed to lead you along a path to a healthcare profession. There are different events during HPW – so you can choose what content matters to you. A lot of HPW is on-demand on YouTube, so come back to learn more when you have new questions. 

And, we have prizes for those who participate. But, you can’t win if you aren’t registered. 

Register today so you can claim a prize! (Everyone should follow the Registration Link/Register as an Individual link on CareerEco)

Participating students can enter to win one of thirty gift cards valued at $100 each or one of eight Sallie Mae scholarships valued at $500 each. We also have 5 sets of Kaplan Subject Review Books to give away in November! It’s really simple to become eligible to win – log into the virtual fair on Thursday, November 19th from 3-8pm Eastern. Ask questions, get answers, and get rewarded!


 

Pre-Health Advising Peer Mentor Team: Building a Competitive Profile Amidst Covid-19



UGA Pre-Pharmacy Mentoring Program


The UGA College of Pharmacy Pre-Pharmacy Mentoring Program is committed to providing mentors to undergraduate and post-bachelor students anywhere who plan on applying to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program at the University of Georgia. The program's goal is to leverage a “flash mentoring” concept to connect mentees with current UGA PharmD students for guidance and support. The PharmD mentors will provide information and resources about the UGA PharmD program, the application process, time management, curriculum questions, and other subjects. Mentors and mentees are expected to interact electronically -- until the pandemic subsides -- at least once. Additional meetings are highly recommended (dependent on the mentor’s availability); however, they are not required. The Program also offers informational events that cover topics such as admissions requirements and interview prep.

If interested in being mentored, please fill out this form. New sign-ups can happen at any time! After an application is submitted, matching will take place as soon as possible. Once matched, participants will be sent an email indicating their mentor's name and contact information.

The program has 30 trained mentors ready to connect!

Questions or suggestions can be sent to Dr. Shane Pruitt, at shane.pruitt@uga.edu. 


 

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Vanderbilt Project CURE



Vanderbilt University's Project C.U.R.E student organization is inviting Emory students to a talk with Dr. Edwin Trevathan, Director of the Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health (VIGH) on Tuesday, November 17th at 3:00 PM. CST (4:00 PM EST). Dr. Trevathan will be joining us to discuss the institute's fascinating global health research and education initiatives, including recent measures to prevent stroke occurrence in Nigeria using locally-produced hydroxyurea. Dr. Trevathan is one of the most prominent figures in the field of global health, so we really encourage you all to join us for this amazing event! See the attached flyer for more information.

Sign-up link for the event:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1g3K6Gv_oowATHAf6N-Qog8_mU0-hKNQlLEc6IaZhpdI/edit?usp=sharing

Zoom Link for the event:

https://vanderbilt.zoom.us/j/97252633979?pwd=VjdtREl2UE5acVdHSjhsbG92d2pIZz09

 

Global Medical and Dental Brigades: Global Brigades Q&A Panel



Join Emory Global Brigades on Saturday, November 14th at 5pm Eastern for a Q&A panel with two Global Brigades healthcare providers. Learn more about the Honduran healthcare system, Global Brigades' mission statement, and their respective experiences in the medical and dental field. Submit any of your questions using this form or scanning QR code on the flyer!

SHPEP: Summer Health Professions Education Program



Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, physical distancing guidelines, and the closure of some campuses, SHPEP will again be a 100% virtual experience in summer 2021. The pandemic necessitated virtual implementation of SHPEP in 2020, and we are proud that the program was successfully delivered online to more than 930 scholars last summer. Therefore, the NPO is confident in the ability of our program sites to once again provide a valuable and transformative online experience to 2021 SHPEP scholars. Please continue to monitor our website for updates on the status of SHPEP 2021.

To be eligible for SHPEP, students must:

  • Be a high school graduate and currently enrolled as a freshman or sophomore in college.
  • Have a minimum overall college GPA of 2.5.
  • Be a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident, or an individual in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
  • Not have previously participated in SHPEP.

Although curricula and program dates vary by program site, each program participant will have the opportunity to spend the summer exploring a range of health careers, including dentistry, medicine, nursing, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, and public health.

SHPEP offers students a variety of academic and career experiences, including:

  • Academic enrichment in the basic sciences and quantitative topics.
  • Learning and study skills development, including methods of individual and group learning.
  • Clinical exposure through virtual health care settings, simulation experiences, and seminars.
  • Career development sessions exploring the health professions and the health professions school admissions process, as well as the development of an education plan.
  • A financial literacy and planning workshop that teaches financial principles and management strategies.
  • A health policy seminar series, exposing scholars to current health policy issues, the policymaking process and analysis, health care financing, and the social determinants of health.
  • An introduction to interprofessional education that addresses effective collaboration across health professions.

Please visit our website to learn more about the program. If you or your applicants have additional questions, please contact shpep@aamc.org or 1 (866) 587- 6337 (toll-free).

Below are a few resources that will help you and your students learn more about the program:

The application deadline for SHPEP 2021 is Feb. 5!