Be Part of PULSE: Physicians Unite to Lead Student Experiences

PULSE is a national non-profit organization dedicated to breaking down barriers to medical education for premed students. We believe in the power of mentorship, connecting aspiring medical professionals with experienced physicians. Our mission is to empower students from all walks of life, including first-generation college students, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ identifying students, and those from underserved areas or other marginalized groups.

The Opportunity:

Premed students will be matched with a physician mentor in their field of interest. The mentorship program offers flexible scheduling, allowing students to connect with their mentor virtually or in-person. Over the course of 3-4 months, students will have at least 3 facilitated sessions to learn about their mentor’s career journey and discuss relevant topics.

Apply Now:

The application for our Fall 2023 cycle is open until October 23rd. If you have any questions or need more information, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Application: https://forms.gle/C77qhMSnXBgEQrGfA 

Website: https://www.pulse-program.org 

Email: pulse.programinfo@gmail.com 

Addressing Health Inequality in Your Career - Panel Discussion

Social and economic inequities shape access to and experiences of healthcare, resulting in stark health disparities in our society that are predicted to increase as our population becomes more diverse and income inequality rises. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in particular, questions on the sources and meaning of these inequities have taken a central place in our public discourse, and confronting health disparities remains an important component of careers in healthcare. In this panel, Barnard graduates in both clinical and non-clinical roles will discuss the ways in which they have shaped their careers to address health inequities from a variety of perspectives. Attendees are invited to learn from panelists' experiences and to consider ways in which their own future careers may address these pressing issues.

Panelists include:

• Grace Wright, MD - Founder & President, Association of Women in Rheumatology
• Alexandra Ingber, MPH - Director of Clinical Integration, Mount Sinai Health System
• Ivy Vega, MS, OTR/L - Occupational Therapist, NYP/Columbia University Medical Center
• Cynthia Cabral, PhD - Clinical Psychologist, Private Practice

This event is a part of the 2023 Opportunities Conference. For more information about the full day's schedule, please head to http://barnard.edu/beyond-barnard/opportunities-conference

 

Pre-Health Mentorship Cohort Opportunity with Barnard Alums

Are you considering graduate or professional school related to your interests in health? Beyond Barnard is partnering with alums in health professions programs to provide specialized mentorship for current students. Our alum ambassadors are currently in medical, public health, and clinical psychology graduate programs, and you can apply to be part of a bespoke small group cohort to learn about their professional paths during the 2023-2024 academic year. Cohorts will meet 3 to 4 times over the fall and spring semesters to discuss how best to explore, prepare for, and apply to health-related graduate/professional school and what the experience has been like for an alum who is currently on that path. 

Apply to be part of a Pre-Health Graduate/Professional School Ambassador Cohort by 11:59pm on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Email Laura Maltz lmaltz@barnard.edu with any questions.

MD program at Sidney Kimmel Medical College Info Session

Students interested in applying to the MD program at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Jefferson University in Philadelphia are invited to attend an info session this fall. Dates are:

Saturday, October 7 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Saturday, December 16 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Sessions will feature presentations from the Director of Admissions Bonnie Emilius and Dean of Admissions Dr. Alisa LoSasso about applying to SKMC, a student panel on life as an SKMC student, and a virtual tour of the facilities. More information can be found by following this link: 

https://www.jefferson.edu/academics/colleges-schools-institutes/skmc/admissions/open-house.html

 

If you are interested in attending an information session, you can request to RSVP by emailing skmc.infosessions@jefferson.edu. 

GYNECA Fall 2023 E-Board and Committee Applications

Are you interested in gender-minority healthcare? Apply to GYNECA, The Columbia Undergraduate Journal of Gynecology and Women's Health. We are currently looking for a Lead Website Developer, a Head of Layout, and an Art Director. We are also looking for committee members for the Journalism, Art, Social Media, Website, Layout, Scientific Editing, Revision Editing, and Outreach committees. 

APPLICATION: https://forms.gle/86tMiY7ivdNsCCaLA (Deadline: September 15th, 11:59 pm.)
To learn more about us, check out our website: gynecajournalcu.org

Please contact GYNECA.columbia@gmail.com if you have any questions!

Project Sunshine Member Application Open

 Interested in working with children in a healthcare setting and developing leadership through service? Project Sunshine is currently recruiting members for their 2023-2024 general body.

The application can be found here. Questions? Reach out to Jeanette Luna (jml2390@barnard.edu) or Jessica Aragon (jva2109@barnard.edu) for more information.

Register for Nursing School Virtual Fair

 The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is excited to announce the Discover Nursing School Virtual Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 3! 

Register to attend the free Discover Nursing School Virtual Fair taking place Tuesday, October 3, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET. This event is a unique opportunity to connect with a growing list of nursing schools on the same day to find the right program for you!

Speak with deans, faculty, admissions reps, and current students to answer your questions from the ease of your laptop! RSVP for this live, FREE, online event today and let programs know you are interested!

At the Discover Nursing School Virtual Fair, you will be able to:

• Learn about all degrees! (e.g., 2nd degree, associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and certificate programs)
• Gain insight on writing personal statements and completing your application
• Discover what makes nursing one of the top health professions
• Explore which nursing school is the right fit for you
• Hear from faculty about their areas of research
• Get tips from current nursing students
• Ask questions about the nursing profession, admission requirements, prerequisites, and elements of a robust application! 

This event is hosted by NursingCAS and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. AACN encourages all prospective students to register and attend!

Questions? Send an email to the NursingCAS Team or events@careereco.com. 

Gerald E. Thomson Undergraduate Pre-Medical Mentorship Program

 The Gerald E. Thomson Undergraduate Pre-Medical Program (GET-UPP) is a free pre-medical mentorship program designed to supplement students’ academic trajectory as they pursue medical school admission.

GET-UPP serves undergraduate students from Columbia University, Barnard College, and the City University of New York schools. Advisory support, mentoring, clinical shadowing, and other programming takes place at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

 

Offering weekly opportunities for engagement, GET-UPP’s program structure ensures consistent engagement throughout the academic year. By centering career exposure and development, mentorship and advisement, and practical experiences, GET-UPP provides students with a solid foundation for successful matriculation to medical school. Eligible students are invited to apply now and admitted students will begin programming in the fall following their acceptance. Once a student is admitted into the GET-UPP cohort, they may remain in the program until graduation without re-application.

 

To apply to join GET-UPP by end of day Fri. September 8^th or to learn more about the program, please visit the program’s website.

Meet the Physicians - Understanding the Application Process Event

Curious about medical admissions processes? Register for Meet the Physicians -Understanding the Application Process on August 2nd. Panelists will hail from Allopathic Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine and Podiatric Medicine and will discuss how students become competitive applicants for their programs of study. Topics will range from academic preparedness (grades, pre-reqs and tests) to personal preparedness (communication skills, volunteering/shadowing or service activities).

Panelists will take questions from the chat as well as questions submitted in advance of the session. At the time of registrations, attendees will be given the opportunity to submit their question in advance. 

 

With registration, a copy of the recording will be available after the live session is complete.

 

Moderated by Dr. Holly Waters, DO, MMEL. Assistant Professor, Osteopathic Principles and Practice; OPP Predoctoral Fellowship Co-Director at Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine.

 

Panelists include:

Michael Foti, DO, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Specialties, New York Institute of Technology, College of Osteopathic Medicine

Jeffrey Jensen, DPM, FACFAS, Dean, Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, Midwestern University

Fraser Smith, ND, MA, Assistant Dean of Naturopathic Medicine, National University of Health Sciences

Robert Treviño, MD, PhD, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellow, Nationwide Children's Hospital and T4D Mentor

 

Join us on August 2nd at 7pm ET. Register at: http://hpw.explorehealthcareers.org/meetthephysicians82

Volunteer Opportunity – Columbia University Irving Medical Center

 Volunteer Opportunity – Columbia University Irving Medical Center:

Description:

We wish to advise you that we have a volunteer position available immediately for Rising Seniors, Post-Baccalaureate Students, and recent Graduates, in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology. The volunteer will provide assistance on multiple ongoing clinical research protocols. Significant duties will include keeping records of test project results, conducting online literature research, and assisting with manuscript/grant proposal preparation.

Volunteers may have the opportunity to observe in the Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic and attend weekly clinical rounds in addition to their volunteer time. Volunteers must be willing to commit to 8 hours a week. Hours can be split across two days. 

Please note, this is a non-compensable volunteer opportunity.

Qualifications:

Volunteers should have or be enrolled in coursework in chemistry, biology, physics or a related science or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

 

The applicant must demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate, an ability to perform work in a neat and orderly manner, and an ability to learn and adapt to new techniques.

 

Proficiency with computer operations and software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

 

 

To apply:

Please email your cover letter and resume to the investigator, Dr. Sharon Oberfield, MD, at seo8@cumc.columbia.edu

*Disclaimer: Any acceptance for this role will first need to be approved by Human Resources.*