Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium for Underrepresented Students (FLXSUS)

 The Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium for Underrepresented Students (FLXSUS) is a virtual series designed to bridge the gap between underrepresented undergraduates and surgical fields. Each symposium offers comprehensive exposure to specialties such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, and plastic surgery.


High school and undergraduate students are highly encouraged to attend. Attendees will have access to extraordinary surgical cases, mentorship from attending faculty, residents, and medical students, and insights into groundbreaking research from renowned leaders. Participants will also receive a certificate and have the opportunity to connect with physicians and peers.

Symposium Dates:
Plastic Surgery: Oct. 12 (9-3:30 PM EST)
ENT: Oct. 19 (9-3:30 PM EST)
Neurosurgery: Oct. 26 (9-3:30 PM EST)
Orthopaedics: Nov. 2 (9-3:30 PM EST)
In-person: Nov. 16 (9-4 PM EST, Durham, NC)


To join, please submit an interest application here: http://linktr.ee/FLXSUS (fill out at earliest convenience)

Instagram: @flxsusempower
Please reach out to equityandjustice.nsgy@gmail.com for more information/any questions.