AAMC Student Aid & Loan Repayment Program

Join the AAMC’s student aid and loan repayment program, FIRST (Financial Information, Resources, Services, and Tools) for Medical Education, on October 1, from 3-4pm ET for a live Twitter chat.  FIRST staff will be tweeting from @AAMCFIRST, and answering questions about paying for medical school, managing a student loan portfolio, and repaying student loans. Join the conversation by searching #MedEdFinance on Twitter and adding that tag to your tweets. Click here to read more information about FIRST.

Clinton Global Initiatives Ideas Meeting-October 2nd

 

Clinton Global Initiatives Ideas Meeting

Wednesday, October 1st, 5:00 p.m.

OpenGrounds

The Clinton Global Initiative convenes global leaders to create and implement innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges in five focus areas including public health, poverty alleviation, peace and human rights, education, and environment and climate change. Polish your proposals for the 2015 Clinton Global Initiative University with help from Professor Garrick Louis, SEAS, the UVA liaison to CGIU and former CGIU participants. Website for more information.

Mental Wellness Screening Day-October 2nd

Thursday, October 2nd

Mental Wellness Screening Day

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Newcomb 360

Do you want to learn more about your mental health? Worried about a friend? Come for a free mental wellness screening and receive immediate feedback about the results. The screening includes depression, anxiety, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder and bipolar disorder. Free pizza will be available on a first come, first serve basis. If you cannot attend this event, visit the website for anonymous online screenings and more information about emotional well-being.

Columbia/GWU/UPenn Nursing Graduate Program Open House-October 6th

Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, and George Washington University are co-hosting a School of Nursing open house on October 6^th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm EST. We encourage anyone interested in learning more about each school’s graduate and doctoral programs to join us for an overview of each program’s curriculum, admissions requirements and financial aid options. View the flyer for more information.

FREE Optometry Virtual Fair on October 9, 2014

Register Now to attend the FREE Optometry Virtual Fair on October 9, 2014
Save precious time and find out which Doctor of Optometry Program is best for you!

Medical Center Hours-October

All Medical Center hours are on Wednesdays from 12:30 -1:30 pm in the Jordan Conference Center Auditorium. Watch the Medical Center Hour on YouTube at here. Programs are usually posted within one week of live presentation.

1 October 2014
A John F. Anderson Memorial Lecture
Landscapes of Longevity: Healthy Aging Across the World
Harriett Jameson MLA MPA and Asa Eslocker MLA, School of Architecture, UVA
Co-presented with the Center for Design and Health, School of Architecture

8 October 2014
A John F. Anderson Memorial Lecture
Empathy: An Inquiry
Leslie Jamison MFA, author, The Empathy Exams, Brooklyn NY

15 October 2014
Ebola!
Frederick G. Hayden MD, Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases and International Health), UVA; D. Gray Heppner MD, former deputy commander, Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Washington DC ; China R. Scherz PhD, Department of Anthropology, UVA
Co-presented with the Department of Public Health Sciences and the Center for Global Health

22 October 2014
The Jessie Stewart Richardson Memorial Lecture, School of Medicine
Life After Death: The Emotional Impact of Adverse Events on Physicians
Farnaz Milani Gazoni MD, Commonwealth Anesthesia Associates, Richmond VA

29 October 2014
The Zula Mae Baber Bice Memorial Lecture of the School of Nursing
Quality and Safety—A Nursing Perspective
Linda Cronenwett PhD RN, former dean, School of Nursing, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill NC
Co-presented with the School of Nursing

Medical School Student Mentoring Program

The Pre-Med Mentoring Program is designed to connect UVA undergraduates with current UVA medical students in order to informally address your questions and concerns about medical school.You will be paired with one or two medical students. There will be a kick-off event (read: free pizza) in October for the mentors and mentees. From then on, groups can decide how and when to meet up. We also plan to have a fun spring event. This is a great opportunity to make connections with current medical students and receive some insight into what medical school is really like. Sign up here!

Dannon Probiotics Scholarship-due November 15th

As part of their commitment to helping students excel in science, The Dannon Company is offering a scholarship of $25,000 to a current or incoming graduate student to enhance his or her academic path in probiotics and yogurt research.

 

For students who are planning to further their education on topics like the nutritional and functional benefits of yogurt and probiotics, this is an exciting opportunity to not only receive educational support, but also be affiliated with an industry leader. 

Scholarship applications are now being accepted, and must be submitted by November 15, 2014 to qualify. The winning applicant will be determined by a panel of expert judges and announced in December 2014. For additional information, qualification requirements, and to download a copy of the application, please click here:

AMSA Training Ground conference Oct 25-26, 2014

 Designed for prehealth students and medical students, the AMSA Training Ground conference at UNC SOM, with a focus on Global Health and Public Health, is an excellent opportunity for networking, gaining knowledge and skills, and building leadership. The AMSA Training Grounds are weekend conferences designed to engage premedical and medical students, through the metaphor of a training ground, in the acquisition, practice, and honing of knowledge and skills necessary for student-led action. 

The morning of the Training Ground will begin with a Team Rally (plenary session) to set the tone and agenda for the day’s activities. The morning “drills” – breakout sessions – give students the opportunity to work with expert facilitators to learn about some of the issues, challenges, and problems that we face in healthcare. The afternoon “scrimmages” – the afternoon breakout sessions –  build on the morning conversations by shifting the students’ focus to applying new ideas, and honing critical skills in team-based problem solving, communication, and advocacy. Throughout the Training Ground experience, there are also opportunities for networking practice, admissions-oriented workshops, and hands-on clinical drills.

Bridge Year Opportunity - Dermatology Clinical Assistant

Family Dermatology of Albemarle, a private practice dermatology office in Charlottesville (Pantops), seeks to hire a dermatology clinical assistant/scribe who will:
-bring patients back from the waiting room
-take initial history of medical problems to be discussed
-generate prescriptions to be sent electronically
-help with surgical procedures
-provide medical education regarding dermatological conditions and treatment

The office seeks a student considering a bridge year from their studies prior to enrollment in medical school or a physician's assistant program. The position will provide excellent experience for a medical application. Background in dermatology or surgical knowledge not necessary. 

This is a paid position and will be the fourth running year of this annual bridge year program. The individual will become comfortable seeing live patients, taking succinct medical histories, assisting with surgical procedures, interfacing with electronic medical records, and well versed in dermatological diseases and treatments. 

Interested applicants should submit a resume, current GPA, and MCAT scores (if taken) to Brett Krasner, M.D. as soon as possible at brettkrasner@yahoo.com.

Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Clinic Sciences Information Session -September 24th

Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Clinic Sciences Information Session
Wednesday, September 24^th, 5-6pm (following PGSF)

C’Ville Coffee // 1301 Harris Street Charlottesville

What kind of a doctor do you want to be? Do you want to build relationships with patients, offer natural treatments instead of prescribing drugs, or reverse patients' diseases and provide preventative care? If you said "yes" to any of these, you’ll want to learn more about Naturopathic Medicine. Join SCNM at C’Ville coffee to find out more and learn why SCNM is the leading ND School in the nation!

RSVP to Jen Turtschanow at j.turtschanow@scnm.edu. 

Also available for one-on-one appointments. Contact to schedule.

Professional & Graduate School Fair (PGSF)-Wednesday, September 24th

Pre-Fair Health Professions Advising
11am-12pm, Newcomb Hall 3rd Floor Gallery

• Interested in Health Professional Programs, but not sure how to approach admissions personnel at the fair?
• Concerned about what you should say or ask as you approach a school's booth?

  Stop by to talk through your questions, concerns, and strategy with a Health Professions

  Advisor prior to the fair!

Professional & Graduate School Fair
12-4pm, Newcomb Hall 3^rd Floor
Think the Professional and Graduate School Fair is just for pre-law students? Think again!  There are a multitude of schools attending PGSF that represent the disciplines of Medicine (M.D. and D.O.), Dentistry, Biomedical Sciences, Nursing, Public Health, Allied Health, Chiropractic and more.  Come to the fair to learn more about each program and what each university/school offers.  You don’t want to miss this opportunity to speak directly with admissions representatives!  Visit our website to view the list of represented schools.

St. George's University Fall 2014 Information Session Schedule

Register now and learn everything you need to know about the University from its administrators, admission advisors, students, and alumni.

Click here to view a list of information sessions, including time, location, and dates. Click here to view a schedule of upcoming webinars.

Drexel University School of Public Health Class Visits

The Drexel University School of Public Health will host 2 class visit opportunities for prospective students during the fall term. Students will sit in on the first-year MPH course Introduction to Public Health, learn about the application process, tour the Drexel campus and have lunch with our current students.

 

Dates: Monday, October 6^th  9 am – 1 pm

             RSVP at: http://deptapp.drexel.edu/em/visits/detail.aspx?ID=3550

 

             Monday, October 27^th 9 am – 1 pm

             RSVP at: http://deptapp.drexel.edu/em/visits/detail.aspx?ID=3551

American Student Dental Association Webinar-September 23rd

The American Student Dental Association (ASDA) is hosting a free webinar, Financing Your Dental Education, on Sept. 23. Click here to register.

In addition to resources like this webinar, ASDA offers exclusive content to members. Upon joining, predentals receive the "Getting into Dental School" handbook that includes checklists, application timelines and information about every U.S. dental school. ASDA also offers free publications, leadership training and other tools to assist students preparing for dental school.

Introduction to Health Professions Advising Program-September 18th

Introduction to Health Professions Advising Program

Thursday, September 18^th, 5-6pm

Bryant Hall Recruiting Room @ Scott Stadium

This program is intended for any student pursuing a career in the health professions (i.e. Dentistry, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant, Podiatry, and Veterinary Medicine). Whether a first year or fourth year, all attendees will be introduced to the academic work, clinical exploration, and life experience needed to prepare for health professions programs, as well as the resources available through your Health Professions Advisors. Following the presentation, Advisors will hold a 30 minute group advising session for all in attendance.

Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Clinic Sciences Information Session -September 24th

Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Clinic Sciences Information Session
Wednesday, September 24^th, 5-6pm (following PGSF)

C’Ville Coffee // 1301 Harris Street Charlottesville

What kind of a doctor do you want to be? Do you want to build relationships with patients, offer natural treatments instead of prescribing drugs, or reverse patients' diseases and provide preventative care? If you said "yes" to any of these, you’ll want to learn more about Naturopathic Medicine. Join SCNM at C’Ville coffee to find out more and learn why SCNM is the leading ND School in the nation!

RSVP to Jen Turtschanow at j.turtschanow@scnm.edu. 


Also available for one-on-one appointments. Contact to schedule.

FootFest Mid-Atlantic

The American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine would like to invite you to FootFest2014 at the Mid-Atlantic Podiatry Conference in Falls Church, VA. 

Friday, October 10^th 
10:00am - 3:00 pm 
Fairview Park Marriott 
3111 Fairview Park Dr. 
Falls Church, VA

FootFest2014 is an exciting day inside the world of podiatric medicine. Students will participate in a panel of current members of the podiatric medical community, spend the day attending lectures on cutting edge surgical techniques, and receive a free lunch as well as special giveaways and goodie bags. The entire program is completely free of charge (minus the cost of transportation) and a limited number of spots are available. Attached, please see the flyer for this program. To register or for questions regarding this exciting event, please contact Daniel Taubman via email at dtaubman@aacpm.org.

UVa Global Health Week

Join us for the First Annual UVa Global Health Week!
September 15-19

Global Health Week was born out of a desire to draw students into the realm of global health and to prompt them to act on health issues locally and globally through service, research, and advocacy. It is both a celebration of the many talented professors, practitioners, and CIOs involved in global health work here in Charlottesville and an exciting opportunity for inter-organizational collaboration. Global Health Week is sponsored by the Center for Global Health and developed by the University of Virginia Center for Global Health, whose mission is to advance the next generation of global health leaders and to promote awareness of global health issues at the University of Virginia.


Go to the website to learn more and view a schedule of events. 


Also, check out the flyer for more information.

 

Health Reform and the ACA: The Courts and the Constitution

Health Reform and the ACA: The Courts and the Constitution

Sept. 17, 12:30 to 2 p.m., Garrett Great Hall.

Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 17 for the University of Virginia's Constitution Day program, "Health Reform and the ACA: The Courts and the Constitution." The panel discussion will take place from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. in Garrett Great Hall. Lunch will be provided. Moderated by Batten School Professor Eric Patashnik, the panel will feature the following experts:



Timothy Jost, Professor of Law, Washington & Lee University
Jost was a signatory to an amicus brief in support of the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act ’s minimum coverage requirement. He has been named “one of the top 10” in the nation to watch on ACA implementation.



Sidney Milkis, Professor of Politics, U.Va. and Faculty Associate at the Miller Center of Public Affairs
Milkis will provide context for the debate around healthcare by putting the healthcare battles in a larger historical perspective and by looking at past struggles over reform legislation during the Progressive, New Deal and Great Society eras.



Margaret "Mimi" Riley, Professor of Law, U.Va.
Riley has written and presented extensively about health care law, biomedical research, genetics, reproductive technologies, stem cell research, animal biotechnology, health disparities and chronic disease. She and Jost were recently featured in an article about court rulings.



A question and answer period for attendees will be included.

University of Maryland School of Medicine Regional Leadership Institute

The Student National Medical Association (SNMA) is excited to invite undergraduate students to this year's Regional Leadership Institute. SNMA is committed to promoting the success of current and future underrepresented minority students in medicine.

Saturday, October 4th
The University of Maryland School of Medicine
Conference theme: A World of Opportunity - Defining Leadership

This conference is designed to enrich students, both medical and undergraduate, with the leadership, networking, and clinical skills that are essential for a future in medicine. Conference events include:

• Networking Lunch with Physicians
• Leadership Talks and Workshops
• Clinical Workshops
• Resident Panel
• Guest Speakers
• Open Forum on issues related to minority students

For further information or to register, please use the following link. The fee for registration is $6.

https://sites.google.com/site/umsomsnma/events/rli-2014

For any questions about the conference, contact Rebka Tekeste at
Rebka.Tekeste@som.u maryland.edu or Godly Jack at Godly.Jack@som.umaryland.edu. 

Jefferson School of Pharmacy Discovery Day-September 27th

The Jefferson School of Pharmacy (JSP) is beginning another exciting year with diverse experiences for students. JSP empowers students to learn in real pharmacy environments in the first weeks of school. JSP students work alongside students from other healthcare disciplines in our unique Health Mentors Program. Additionally, JSP students have the opportunity to learn from some of the most prominent clinical and administrative pharmacists in the nation─all at an institution with one of the most advanced health-system pharmacy practices in the world.

Events:

Discovery Day- September 27th

AACP Virtual Open House - October 6th - 8th

Fall Open House - November 1st 

Register for events here.

Washington D.C. Area Information Seminar and Admission Interviews from Trinity SOM

Meet | Learn | Interview in Washington D.C.

Attend our upcoming Information Seminar to learn about the unique advantages of Trinity School of Medicine and how we prepare our students as future physicians.

Enjoy an in-depth presentation covering the admissions process through to our students success in the residency match. Most importantly, gain an understanding of how the limited class sizes foster a learning environment where students thrive.

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INFORMATION SEMINAR

Thurs. September 25th - 7PM | Crystal City Marriott
1999 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202

REGISTER TODAY

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Whether you're just starting to think about medical school, or are in the final stages of applying, we encourage you to attend this interactive session and have your specific questions addressed. Trinity may be the right program for you if you're looking for:

• Incoming classes limited to 75 students
• Clinical experience in the first semester
• Clerkships in D.C., Maryland and Virginia
• Focus on USMLE Step 1 preparation
• Track record of successful graduates

Before making a medical school decision you want to have as much information as possible. Start here.

Ready to take the next step? The Admissions team will be interviewing qualified applicants, serious about beginning their medical education in 2015. Don't miss this opportunity to interview in-person and close to home. To be considered, submit your interview request along with your AMCAS or AACOMAS application report OR complete Trinity's Online Application. 

Armenian American Medical Society Scholarship-due September 30th

The Armenian American Medical Society

 

is now accepting scholarship applications for the

2014-2015 academic year

 

••• Scholarship Criteria •••

·Armenian Descent or Special Interest in Armenian Medical Causes

·Armenian Community Service

·Completed Application Package (Postmarked by September 30, 2014)

 

$1,000 will be awarded to students enrolled in an American accredited medical, pharmacy, dental, physician assistant, nursing or other professional healthcare schools. Pre-health students who have been accepted to a health professional school may apply as well. 

Global Health Week-September 15th-19th

Global Health Week was born out of a desire to draw students into the realm of global health and to prompt them to act on health issues locally and globally through service, research, and advocacy. It is both a celebration of the many talented professors, practitioners, and CIOs involved in global health work here in Charlottesville and an exciting opportunity for inter-organizational collaboration. Global Health Week is sponsored by the Center for Global Health and developed by the University of Virginia Center for Global Health, whose mission is to advance the next generation of global health leaders and to promote awareness of global health issues at the University of Virginia.


Go to the website to learn more and view a schedule of events. 


Also, check out the flyer for more information.

 

VCU School of Dentistry Impressions Program

Immerse yourself in the field of dentistry during the 2014 VCU SNDA Impressions Program. Students will have the opportunity to participate in mock interviews, hands-on activities, and more.  The SNDA at VCU School of Dentistry will be hosting its annual Impressions Program on 

November 8, 2014
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through Friday, October 17, 2014. Applicants will be notified via email of their acceptance or rejection five business days after their application is completed. A $25 nonrefundable programming fee will be due within 48 hours of your acceptance to secure your seat in the program. The acceptance email will contain information on how to
pay the programming free.

Apply online today at:
http://goo.gl/WurCLw

Contact Adrienne McClough at mccloughan@vcu.edu with any questions.

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine-Georgia Campus

PCOM will be hosting an Open House in Suwanee, Georgia on Friday, November 14th beginning at 5:30pm. All details, along with an online registration link, can be found at here. Register to learn more about the programs of study: the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), the MS in Biomedical Sciences and the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). The Pharmacy program now has an early decision component this year. Faculty, staff and currently enrolled students will be available that evening to address all questions.  Students will give tours of campus; light refreshments will be provided. Register today!

 

Updated: Preparing for a MMI Format?

Per the National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions (NAAHP) listserv, as of September 2014, 

27 United States allopathic medical schools
13 Canadian allopathic medical schools
4 osteopathic medical schools
4 dental schools
4 veterinary schools
8 pharmacy schools

are using the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format for admissions interviews. See the updated list of schools utilizing this format here.

Friday, August 22nd Post: 
As of 2013, there were 33 allopathic medical schools in the United States and Canada as well as 4 osteopathic medical schools in the United States using the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format for admission interviews. See the list of schools utilizing this interview format. 

If you received an interview invitation at a school which utilizes the MMI format, it is important you know about this style so you can best prepare. To learn more, check out this video explaining how Virginia Tech Carilion Medical School organizes their process.

Once your know a little more about the style, it's time to practice. Use the scenarios on page one of the following link to practice. Then review the guidelines and rubric on pages 2-4 to see how you did! 
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B97rY_-Rylu5UHRteHJSUTJIY28/edit  

*Scenarios and guidelines credited to the University of Michigan Career Center.

SOPHAS Virtual Fair Sept. 10th & 11th

Sign up for a FREE Virtual Fair for prospective students of public health, or public health joint degree programs. This is an unique opportunity to meet Admission Representatives from more than 50 of the nation's leading CEPH-accredited public health schools and programs.

Registered Schools/Programs listed here.
Register here:

 

System Maintenance at AAMC.org

During the times noted below, individuals will not have the ability to purchase MCAT Test preparation products from at AAMC.org.

Additionally, new users without a registered e-mcat account, will not be able to pick-up bulk products with authorization codes. 

Existing e-mcat account users will be able to use bulk order authorization codes. 

 

The dates the AAMC site, www.aamc.org, will be affected are:

 

Sunday, September 7  - 5:00 am to 12:00 pm ET

 

To prevent interruptions during this time:

• Have a new user register prior to these dates at AAMC and establish their e-mcat.com account for the first time. 
  • Existing e-mcat users can enter authorization codes for products and will not have access issues with previously purchased authorization codes.
• To set up an account, the student is using the AAMC order system to acquire free Practice Test 3 at www.aamc.org/freemcatpractice.  Following the instructions in the order confirmation email, a student may not be able to proceed with setting up an account on e-mcat.com.
• Inform students that they will not be able to purchase any MCAT practice tests or self-assessment directly from the AAMC during the two dates and times noted above. Encourage interested students to purchase their MCAT products in advance of either date to ensure they can practice.

A notification will also be placed on e-mcat.com to alert users about the AAMC system maintenance. If you have any questions, contact mcatprep@aamc.org.