The Undergraduate Program in Global Research and Development (UPGRADE) is an unforgettable opportunity to gain practical, hands-on sustainable development training through service in developing countries over the summer. Students who participate in UPGRADE are provided seed money to undertake a project beneficial to the local community.
Want to learn more? Attend the upcoming info session on Friday, December 1st at 2:30pm in the Candler Library, Room 216.
Health Career Connection (HCC) is a comprehensive professional development program that provides paid summer internships to undergraduate and recent graduates in the field of public health and health care.
This internship program is a paid full-time 10-week internship placement in a partner organization. The Internship stipend ranges between $3,000 and $4,000. Interns work under the direction of a preceptor and work on meaningful
projects that are educational and benefit the organization and its
community. Interns can gain exposure, hands-on experience, and
mentorship in a variety of settings in health care/public health.
Interns will attend workshops on key professional and personal
development topics including leadership, advocacy, cultural competence,
life and career planning, and graduate education preparation. Partner schools of medicine and public health can be found here: http://www.healthcareers.org/partners/.
To learn more about the internship program, tune in to one of the two final webinars for the Summer 2018 program to hear from HCC staff members about what to expect from the internship, the application process and eligibility requirements, and more.
Learn more about the Doctor of Optometry program, dual OD/MS and OD/PhD programs, MBA certificate program, and an overview of the admissions process at SUNY College of Optometry during the 'Explore SUNY' webinar. Details below:
Dr. Michelle Lightfoot and Dr. Michael Garcia-Roig from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta are seeking an undergraduate student to fill their research assistant position. See details below - please read the description carefully. Only applicants who can fulfill the responsibilities of the position should apply. Please direct any questions to Dr. Lightfoot - mlightfoot@gaurology.com.
From Dr. Lightfoot:
Assessing Health Literacy and Numeracy in the Spina
Bifida Population
Poor health literacy and numeracy (the ability to understand and interpret medical information) is associated with adverse outcomes in pediatric chronic disease including poor medication adherence, emergency room utilization, and increased healthcare costs. Targeted interventions for parents or adult patients with limited health literacy improve outcomes such as asthma management and making informed medical decisions. However, the health literacy of patients and parents of children with spina bifida, a congenital condition requiring ongoing multidisciplinary treatment, has not been described. We aim to characterize health literacy in the spina bifida population seeking urologic care using the Newest Vital Sign, a 6-question validated assessment of health literacy and numeracy.
To continue this ongoing research project, we are seeking a research assistant to administer the Newest Vital Sign survey to parents of children with spina bifida as well as to spina bifida patients aged 10 and older. The research assistant will attend clinic at the Judson Hawk Children's clinic (located on the Scottish Rite Hospital campus in Sandy Springs) 4 half-days per month. Clinic takes place from 8a-12p on the 1st, 3rd, and 4th Thursdays of the month, as well as the 2nd Mondays. He or she will be responsible for obtaining verbal consent from families, administering the Newest Vital Sign surveys, and recording the responses in REDCap (a secure online server used for medical research). The ideal student will be self-motivated, have good communication skills, be comfortable interacting with families and providers in clinic, and provide their own transportation to and from the clinic. The expected duration of this project is 3-6 months depending on enrollment. There is no monetary compensation for this project; however, the research assistant will be included as a co-author on any presentations or publications that result from this work.
Interested students should contact the principal investigator, Dr. Michael Garcia-Roig, and the study coordinator, Dr. Michelle Lightfoot, with a resume and statement of interest. We are hoping to fill this position ASAP.
Interested in a Public Health Internship? The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the US Department of Health & Human Services in Rockville, MD is seeking applicants for the Public Health Student Intern Program (PHSIP).
The HRSA PHSIP provides an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth and development as a public health practitioner. This unpaid internship will prepare the student to become an ambassador for the mission of HRSA in his/her professional discipline, work setting, education, or community. The student will have frequent contact with HRSA's public health experts in one of a wide-range of disciplines including Federal Office of Rural Health Policy, HIV/AIDS Bureau, Maternal and Child Health, Healthcare Systems, and Program Analysis and Evaluation.
Internship terms are flexible and can start and end throughout the year. There is no application deadline. For more information, including program objectives, description of duties, and how to apply, please visit: https://www.hrsa.gov/hr/internprogram.html
It's not too early to start preparing for final exams! Drop into a free workshop with an Academic Coach to create a 5-day study plan and learn test-taking strategies. Check out the flyer above for times and dates of these sessions.
TUSPM offers a free four-day winter internship program in January for undergraduate students. Interns attend workshops and seminars on podiatric medicine, as well as shadow and work with podiatric physicians in hospital, private practice, and outpatient clinic settings. A TUSPM student doctor will also work with interns on a case presentation. Topics covered during the program include: gross anatomy of the foot and ankle; introduction to podiatric medicine; biomechanics and pathomechanics of the foot and ankle; foot screening and evaluation; diabetes; sports injuries; geriatric conditions; pediatrics; surgery and wound healing.
This is a great opportunity to gain clinical experience and learn more about the field of podiatric medicine!
To inquire about TUSPM's 2018 Internship Program, please call 215-625-5451.
Are you interested in a career in
genetic counseling? Are you preparing to apply to genetic counseling programs?
Curious to learn what different roles a genetic counselor may have day-to-day?
Check out the webinar sponsored by
the Student/New Member Special Interest
Group of the National Society of Genetic Counselors to learn more about
this fast-growing profession! This hour-long webinar will feature two
practicing genetic counselors and one genetic counseling student sharing their
journey to genetic counseling and current day-to-day roles.
Emory Hospice Outreach, Perspectives and Engagement(HOPE) has a great
volunteer opportunity for those looking to participate in meaningful clinical service work. Emory HOPE's mission is to
grant students a greater perspective on palliative care, life, and
mortality through unique and rewarding learning experiences from hospice
work. Check out these upcoming opportunities to get involved!
Applications are now being accepted through November 27 for the 2018 Intramural Emory Global Health Case Competition!
The Intramural Emory Global
Health Case Competition is a unique opportunity for Emory graduate and
undergraduate students from schools and disciplines across the
university to develop innovative solutions to a 21st century global
health issue. The case competition
features teams of four to six students working through a real-life case
scenario with the goal of providing helpful strategies for solving the
case problem or challenge. The competition is centered on team
presentations to judges, who then score student recommendations and
award prizes.
Apply as a team (teams must have at least 4 members representing 3
different Emory schools/departments) OR apply individually to be randomly assigned to a
team. Winning teams are awarded cash prizes!
Deadline to apply: Nov 27
Case Competition Dates: Friday, Feb 2 - Saturday, Feb 3, 2018
The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) is a free, six-week academic enrichment program that includes a rigorous curriculum, mentoring, and networking opportunities. The goal of SHPEP is to strengthen the
academic proficiency and career development of students underrepresented
in the health professions and prepare them for a successful application
and matriculation to health professions schools.
Join the SHPEP kick-off webinar to hear about
this educational opportunity directly from past scholars and alumni. You'll also receive the best tips and tools for a successful 2018 SHPEP
application. Attendees also have the opportunity to ask questions regarding
the SHPEP admissions process.
Webinar Date and Time: November 16, 2017 at 6:00pm EST
Join Professors Eileen Anderson-Fye and Jonathan Sadowsky on November 13, 2017, at 5pm EST for an online information session about the study of Medical Humanities and Bioethics as it relates to your career path. They will discuss the importance of studying Medical Humanities and Bioethics and provide information about the 1-year Master's in Bioethics program at Case Western Reserve University.
The one-year Master's in Bioethics program encourages international bioethical dialogue through research collaborations, training programs, and institutional partnerships. Highlights of the program include the clinical experience, dual degree option, or even study abroad. This session also features information about the Medicine, Society and Culture concentration.
Registered dietitian
nutritionists are the experts on good nutrition and the food choices
that can make us healthy, whether it’s a proper diet or eating to manage
the symptoms of a disease or chronic condition. Registered dietitian
nutritionists design nutrition programs to protect health, prevent
allergic reactions and alleviate the symptoms of many types of disease.
There are several specialties within Dietetics and Nutrition, including Community Dietitians and Clinical Dietitians. Community dietitians develop programs and counsel the public on topics related to food, health, and nutrition. Clinical dietitians
provide medical nutrition therapy for patients in institutions such as
hospitals and nursing care facilities. They assess patients' nutritional
needs, develop and implement nutrition programs, and evaluate and
report the results. They confer with doctors and other healthcare
professionals in order to coordinate medical and dietary needs.
Want to learn more about this field? Watch this video to learn more about what registered dieticians nutritionists do:
Genetic
counselors are professionals who have specialized education in genetics
and counseling to provide personalized help patients may need as they
make decisions about their genetic health. Genetic counselors interpret genetic test results and provide guidance and support to patients about such things as:
How inherited diseases and conditions might affect them or their families.
How family and medical histories may impact the chance of disease occurrence or recurrence.
Which genetic tests may or may not be right for them, and what those tests may or may not tell.
How to make the most informed choices about healthcare conditions.
Most genetic counselors work in a clinic or hospital, and often work
with obstetricians, oncologists and other doctors. Like doctors, genetic
counselors can work in a variety of settings and provide different
services. They may provide general care, or specialize in one or more
areas.
Additionally, some genetic counselors focus on research, including
collecting information such as detailed family histories and pregnancy
information, that helps researchers and advances care for people with
genetic conditions.
Watch this short video to learn more!
Interested in learning more about Genetic Counseling? Check out the webinar sponsored by the Student/New Member Special
Interest Group of the National Society of Genetic Counselors to learn
more about this fast-growing profession! This hour-long webinar will
feature two practicing genetic counselors and one genetic counseling
student sharing their journey to genetic counseling and current
day-to-day roles.
Prospective health professionals are invited to join the HPW 2017 Virtual Fair that's happening right now!
Log in anytime before 9:00pm to stop by a virtual booth featuring
clinicians and educators from the participating health professions who
will chat live with participants. Come prepared with
questions to ask what life is like, how they manage patients, and why
they chose that profession. Each profession will have a chat room and
materials available. The chat is text-only. Individuals, classes, and
clubs are welcome to join. Attendees can access the fair via any
desktop, tablet or smart phone connected to the internet.
Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) Profession: Audiology & Speech Language Pathology
From the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association:
Audiology:
Hearing and balance disorders can be assessed, treated, and
rehabilitated by an audiologist. Audiologists are healthcare
professionals who provide patient-centered care in the prevention,
identification, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment of hearing,
balance, and other auditory disorders for people of all ages.
Hearing
and balance disorders are complex with medical, psychological, physical,
social, educational, and employment implications. Treatment services
require audiologists to have knowledge of existing and emerging
technologies, as well as interpersonal skills to counsel and guide
patients and their family members through the rehabilitative process.
Audiologists provide professional and personalized services to minimize
the negative impact of these disorders, leading to improved outcomes and
quality of life.
Want to learn more? Watch this video to hear from an audiologist in private practice:
Speech Language Pathology:
Speech-language pathology is the study and treatment of human
communication and its disorders. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) work to prevent, assess,
diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication,
cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children and
adults.
Speech disorders occur when a person has difficulty producing speech
sounds correctly or fluently
or has problems with his or her voice or resonance.
Language disorders occur when a person has trouble understanding
others (receptive language), or sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings
(expressive language).
Social communication disorders occur when a person has trouble with
the social use of verbal and nonverbal communication.
From the American Occupational Therapy Association:
Occupational therapy is the only profession that helps people across
the lifespan to do the things they want and need to do through the
therapeutic use of daily activities (occupations). Occupational therapy
practitioners enable people of all ages to live life to its fullest by
helping them promote health, and prevent—or live better with—injury,
illness, or disability.
Common occupational therapy interventions include helping children
with disabilities to participate fully in school and social situations,
helping people recovering from injury to regain skills, and providing
supports for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive changes.
Occupational therapy practitioners have a holistic perspective, in
which the focus is on adapting the environment and/or task to fit the
person, and the person is an integral part of the therapy team. It is an
evidence-based practice deeply rooted in science.
Want to learn more? Watch this video to see the breadth of the OT profession:
Chiropractors are primary care professionals and play a vital, life-changing role. Chiropractic relieves pain, increases mobility and optimizes performance through safe and effective spinal adjustments and manipulation. Doctors of Chiropractic work one-on-one with patients, helping them improve their overall health and find relief from headaches, back, neck and joint pain, without reliance on drugs or surgery.
SPIN '18 is an onsite, 8-week intensive program in neuroscience offered by the Departments of Neurosurgery, and Anatomy & Neurobiology at Boston University School of Medicine. SPIN offers classroom instruction in neuroanatomy, hands-on research experience in a neuroscience lab, and clinical exposure in both the neurosurgery clinic and operating room.
Dates: June 4 - July 27, 2018
Tuition: $4,000 (room and board not included)
Application Deadline: Jan 31, 2018
SPIN is open to undergraduate students interested
in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, computer science, and medicine.
Admission is based on academic performance, letters of recommendation, and a
personal statement.
