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From the Desk of the Chairpersons of the Convention Planning Committee
Dear Esteemed AMEC Attendees:
Welcome to this special year of AMEC! As the 60th Anniversary Convention Planning CoChairs, we are delighted to extend a warm welcome to each of you participating in this momentous gathering of excellent future doctors and scholars.
AMEC stands as a testament to our collective dedication to advancing knowledge, fostering connections, and embracing scholarship. Over this past year, we have carefully crafted a dynamic program that features an array of traditional and novel sessions, interactive workshops, and opportunities for networking. Additionally, we aim to showcase the growth of SNMA over the last 60 years and its importance in the development of clinically excellent, culturally competent, and socially conscious physicians.
Our gratitude goes to the speakers, presenters, and the convention planning committee who have contributed their time and expertise to make this conference possible. Your dedication enriches the conference experience and contributes to the vibrant exchange of ideas that defines AMEC.
We also want to extend our gratitude to our sponsors whose contributions have made this conference possible. Thank you for investing in the next generation of physicians. As you immerse yourselves in the conference activities, consider how each interaction and session can be a steppingstone towards finding your purpose within your professional journey.
Also, take advantage of being in a place with individuals who share your goal of becoming a physician. Together, we can make AMEC 2024 not just a conference but a pivotal moment in our collective pursuit of purpose.
Thank you for being an essential part of AMEC. Please stop and say hello if you see us around the convention! We look forward to making this conference an inspiring and unforgettable event.
Warm regards,
Jeavanie Desarmes
2023-2024 Convention Planning Co-Chair
Deb Otuno
2023-2024 Convention Planning Co-Chair MPH Candidate, Emory University MD Candidate, Meharry Medical College
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• Schedule By Day
• Schedule By Track
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General Track (Gen)
This series of workshops is designed for all AMEC attendees.
Medical Student (Med)
The Medical Educational Track is designed to provide a vast array of information to medical students of both allopathic and osteopathic medical students.
Fourth Year & Beyond (4Y&B)
This group of seminars is designed for our third- and fourth-year medical students, as well as resident and young physician attendees. Featured workshops cover a range of topics including tips for intern year, a resident panel, and financial planning.
Premedical
The Premedical Student Track was specifically designed by the SNMA to cater to the needs and interests of premedical students.
Health Policy and Advocacy
The National Advocacy Forum Track is designed to educate, challenge, and build advocacy skills. Participants will gain a unique opportunity to learn more about how to get involved in the exciting health policy changes at the state, federal, and organizational levels.
Research Track
Sponsored by NEJM Group
The Research Track is designed for members who are interested in pursuing research, learning the ins and outs of publishing, and pitching their work in non-academic settings.
Skills
Learn valuable clinical skills from a variety of experts in their respective fields.
Wellness
The wellness track aims to center the mind, body, and soul through meditation, self-care, and a variety of instructor-led workout courses.
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SNMA Business Meetings
Thursday, March 28
Candidate Briefing Meeting with Elections Committee Chair
7:30 – 8:30 AM
MCC – Room 278
Meet the Candidates
1:00 – 2:00 PM
MCC - Exhibit Hall G, SNMA Hub
House of Delegates Certification
2:00 – 3:00 PM
MCC – Room 265
House of Delegates
3:00 – 5:30 PM
MCC – Room 265
Friday, March 29
House of Delegates Certification
7:00 – 8:00 AM
MCC – Room 265
House of Delegates
8:30 – 11:00 AM
MCC- Room 265
Saturday, March 30
House of Delegates
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
MCC – Room 265
Board
of
Director Meetings
Wednesday, March 27
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Sheraton – Armstrong Ballroom
Sunday, March 31
9:00 AM- 2:00 PM
Sheraton – Armstrong Ballroom
Regional Meetings
Thursday, March 28
6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
MCC
Region I – Room 269
Region II – Room 270
Region III – Room 271
Region IV – Room 272
Region V – Room 273
Region VI – Room 274
Region VII – Room 275
Region VIII – Room 276
Region IX – Room 277
Region X – Room 278
Friday, March 29
4:30 – 6:30 PM
MCC
Region I – Room 269
Region II – Room 270
Region III – Room 271
Region IV – Room 272
Region V – Room 273
Region VI – Room 274
Region VII – Room 275
Region VIII – Room 276
Region IX – Room 277
Region X – Room 278
Transition Meetings
Friday, March 29
Chapter Presidents
3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – La Nouvelle Orleans B
National Committees
3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – Room 260
Regional Directors 3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – Room 274
Treasurers 3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – Room 261
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at-a glancePROGRAMMING Schedule
by Day
All times are Central Daylight Time (CDT).
WEDNESDAY - MARCH 27, 2024
AMEC Study Hall
(Wi-Fi Access information in Conference App)
6:00 AM – 24 Hours
Sheraton – Maurepas
House of Delegates – Clicker Sorting
4:00 – 5:00 PM
MCC – Room 265
AMEC Registration
1:00 – 6:00 PM
MCC - Lobby G
Meditation and Prayer Room
1:00 – 6:00 PM
MCC- Room 346
AMEC Community Service- Hygiene Kit Assembly for Covenant House New Orleans
SNMA Community Service Protocol Programs sponsored by 3:00-6:00 PM
MCC- Room 260
Join us in serving young people overcoming homelessness and tra cking by assembling hygiene kits for Covenant House New Orleans. With over 600 youth and children annually seeking their shelter and support, your service at this AMEC event makes a meaningful impact. Let's come together to provide essential care and compassion to those in need.
Board of Director Meetings
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Sheraton – Armstrong Ballroom
Convention Planning Committee Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 PM
Sheraton – Southdown
Convention Planning Committee Meeting
8:00 – 9:00 PM
Sheraton – Southdown
THURSDAY - MARCH 28, 2024
AMEC Study Hall
(Wi-Fi Access information in Conference App)
6:00 AM – 24 Hours
Sheraton – Maurepas
Candidate Briefing Meeting with Election Committee Chair
7:30 – 8:30 AM
MCC – Room 278
AMEC Registration 8:00 AM– 6:00 PM
MCC - Lobby G
Meditation and Prayer Room 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
MCC- Room 346
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60 th Annual AMEC Opening Ceremony
MCC – La - Nouvelle Ballroom
Dr. Adewale Troutman Health Equity
Plenary: STI Prevention & Sexual
Health within Minority Communities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
MCC – La Nouvelle Ballroom
Named after the late Past SNMA
President Dr. Adewale Troutman, the Health Equity Plenary aims to address health disparities in medicine and inform attendees on strategies to combat these challenges. During this plenary, attendees will hear directly from leaders who specialize in STI prevention and sexual health as they share information regarding the role of both within minority communities as well as how health care practitioners can serve as catalysts for positive change within the lives of patients.
National Leadership Academy (invitation only)
1:00– 5:00 PM
MCC – Room 279
A half-day long experience for current pre-medical and medical students interested in becoming the future leaders of SNMA! Attendees will engage in professional and leadership development through sessions focusing on personal branding, conflict resolution, leadership style development and more!
Exhibit Hall Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
1:00 – 1:30 PM
MCC -Hall G
Meet the Candidates
1:00 – 2:00 PM
MCC - Hall G, SNMA Hub
Come meet the individuals running for elected o ce at the national level!
Premedical AMEC Welcome
1:00 – 2:00 PM
MCC – La Nouvelle Ballroom
The premed welcome serves as the o cial launch of the Premedical Forum (PmF) for the Annual Medical Education Conference. The ceremony brings together all undergraduate and graduate student attendees to introduce principal convention events and an overview of the PmF workshop track.
Professional Exhibit Hall Open
1:00 – 6:00 PM
MCC - Hall G
Headshot Lounge Sponsored by
1:00 – 6:00 PM
MCC- Hall G, #429
House of Delegates Certification
2:00 – 3:00 PM
MCC – Room 265
House of Delegates
3:00 – 5:30 PM
MCC – Room 265
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AMEC Community Service- Hygiene Kit
Assembly for Covenant House New Orleans
SNMA Community Service Protocol Programs sponsored by
4:00-5:00 PM
MCC- Room 350
Join us in serving young people overcoming homelessness and tra cking by assembling hygiene kits for Covenant House New Orleans. With over 600 youth and children annually seeking their shelter and support, your service at this AMEC event makes a meaningful impact. Let's come together to provide essential care and compassion to those in need.
Welcome Reception in Exhibit Hall
4:00 – 6:00 PM
MCC -Hall G
Regional Meetings
6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
MCC
Region I – Room 269
Region II – Room 270
Region III – Room 271
Region IV – Room 272
Region V – Room 273
Region VI – Room 274
Region VII – Room 275
Region VIII – Room 276
Region IX – Room 277
Region X – Room 278
AMEC Presents: Finish the Lyric!
8:00 – 10:30 PM
Sheraton – Napoleon Ballroom
Join us for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition as we challenge your ability to complete the lyrics of popular songs from various genres and eras. Don't miss out on this exciting event filled with music, laughter, and prizes!
FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
AMEC Study Hall
(Wi-Fi Access information in Conference App)
6:00 AM – 24 Hours
Sheraton – Maurepas
House of Delegates Certification
7:00 – 8:00 AM
MCC – Room 265
Past President’s Council (invitation only)
7:30 – 8:30 AM
MCC – Room 347
Osteopathic Breakfast (invitation only)
8:00 – 9:30 AM
Sheraton – Armstrong Ballroom
Join members of the Osteopathic community including Students, Residents and Practicing Physicians for a time of fellowship as we hear from a trailblazer in the Osteopathic community.
Academic A airs Excellence Breakfast (invitation only)
8:00 – 9:30 AM
Sheraton – Bayside
This event will celebrate the committed leadership and execution of national programming by specialty SIG liaisons and their committees. This is an opportunity for networking, mentorship and sponsorship on an individual level and create new bonds with specialty specific institutions for future collaboration with SNMA. This event is by invitation only.
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AMEC Registration
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
MCC - Lobby G
Meditation and Prayer Room
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
MCC- Room 346
Professional Exhibits
8:00 AM – NOON
MCC - Hall G
Headshot Lounge Sponsored by
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
MCC- Hall G, #429
House of Delegates
8:30 – 11:00 AM
MCC – Room 265
Research Presentations: WCJRF, CSC, FRIM, NAF, IAC (Block 1)
9:00 – 11:30 AM
MCC – Skyview, 2nd Fl
Dr. Alyce Gullattee President’s
Luncheon and Convocation
Sponsored by Michigan Medicine
NOON – 2:00 PM
MCC - Hall F
Premedical Fair
12:00 – 5:00 PM (12-2pm, unopposed by other Premed conference events)
MCC - Hall G
Professional Exhibits
2:00 – 5:00 PM
MCC - Hall G
Research Presentations: WCJRF, CSC, FRIM, NAF, IAC (Block 2)
2:00 – 4:30 PM
MCC – Skyview, 2nd Fl.
Transition Meetings
Chapter Presidents
3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – La Nouvelle Orleans B
National Committees
3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – Room 260
Regional Directors
3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – Room 274
Treasurers
3:00 – 4:15 PM
MCC – Room 261
Regional Meetings
4:30 – 6:30 PM
MCC
Region I – Room 269
Region II – Room 270
Region III – Room 271
Region IV – Room 272
Region V – Room 273
Region VI – Room 274
Region VII – Room 275
Region VIII – Room 276
Region IX – Room 277
Region X – Room 278
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Sponsored Receptions
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Sheraton
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Oak Alley
Harvard Medical School Southdown
Johns Hopkins Grand Chenier
Northwestern Mix & Mingle Nottoway
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
O ce of Diversity A airs Bayside A
University Hospitals Cleveland Bayside C
Dr. Wilbert C. Jordan Memorial Reception
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Sheraton – Armstrong Ballroom
Join the SNMA as the organization remembers the life and legacy of Dr. Jordan. This reception is open to all.
SNMA Alumni Reception
7:30 – 8:30 PM
Sheraton – Armstrong Ballroom
Welcome home SNMA alumni! Join us for an evening of celebration and fellowship as we reflect on the past 60 years of SNMA excellence.
Commencement Ceremony: Diamond Class Celebration
Sponsored by Meharry Medical College Doors open at 8:00 PM
8:30 – 10:30 PM
Sheraton – Napoleon Ballroom
Join the SNMA as it celebrates the graduating class of 2024! During this special event, graduates will share where they will start their careers as physicians. This celebratory ceremony is open to all.
SATURDAY – MARCH 30, 2024
AMEC Study Hall
(Wi-Fi Access information in Conference App)
6:00 AM – 24 Hours
Sheraton – Maurepas
Registration Hours
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
MCC - Lobby G
Meditation and Prayer Room
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
MCC- Room 346
Sponsored Breakfasts
8:00 – 9:30 AM
Sheraton
Texas A&M School of Medicine Grand Couteau
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CIR SEIU Bayside C
Boston Medical Center Nottoway
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
Oak Alley
Be the Plug Bayside B
Mayo Clinic O ce of Education, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Borgne
Headshot Lounge Sponsored
8:00 AM – NOON
MCC- Hall G, #429
House of Delegates
8:30 – 11:00 AM
MCC – Room 265
Premedical Fair
8:30 AM – NOON MCC - Hall G
Professional Exhibits
8:30 AM– 3:00 PM
MCC - Hall G
Research Presentations: WCJRF, CSC, FRIM, NAF, IAC (Block 3)
9:00 – 11:30 AM
MCC – Skyview, 2nd Fl.
National Medical Association (NMA) Presents: Improving Black Maternal Health Outcomes Plenary
9:30 – 10:30 AM
MCC – La Nouvelle Ballroom
Everyone can play a role in improving Black maternal health outcomes. Join the President of the National Medical Association, Dr. Yolanda Lawson OB/GYN, as she and a cohort of leaders within medicine discuss ways in which tangible improvements can be made regarding the state of Black maternal health within the United States.
Premedical Luncheon NOON – 2:00 PM
MCC- La Nouvelle Ballroom B/C
Research Presentations: WCJRF, CSC, FRIM, NAF, IAC (Block 4)
12:30 – 3:30 PM
MCC – Skyview, 2nd Fl.
Professional Exhibits
1:00 – 3:00 PM
MCC - Hall G
White Coat Photo 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Meet at Registration
Calling all medical students! Are you ready to break the internet once again? Please join us for our annual white coat photo where we gather, celebrate, and recognize the future faces of medicine.
Board of Directors Banquet Sponsored by Vituity
6:00 – 10:00 PM
MCC - Hall F
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GENERAL TRACK
THURSDAY - MARCH 28, 2024
Money Matters: Navigating the Financial Landscape
3:00 – 3:50 PM
track
MCC – La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom B
Join us for a workshop on financial literacy, how to manage paying o loans, savings, budgeting, investing and much more!
Developing A "Roadmap" for Your Professional Journey
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 260
This session aims to provide tips and resources to students on ways of becoming competitive applicants for academic year and summer opportunities in preparation for applications. At the conclusion of this session, participants will learn how to navigate their personal “roadmap” to optimize their preparation, reduce stress, and boost confidence.
SNMA Through the Ages: 60 years of Shaping Medical Excellence & Diversity
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 271
Join us for a captivating journey through six decades of the SNMA, a beacon of progress, diversity, and excellence in medical education. This session delves into the historical milestones, transformative initiatives,
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and lasting impact that the SNMA has achieved since its inception. Through engaging narratives and archival insights, we'll explore how SNMA has been instrumental in fostering inclusivity, advocating for underrepresented communities, and shaping the future of healthcare. Whether you're a current medical student or a seasoned professional, discover the rich legacy that continues to inspire the medical community today.
FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
E ective Mentoring
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 260
Mentoring has become the gateway to public health professional career development and e ective healthcare practice. Many researchers, health administrators, professional learners, federal, state and industry leaders posit a void in e ective mentoring evinces limited capacity in professional growth and organizational inclusive innovation. The session is formed to delineate mentoring as a framework beyond sharing knowledge and skills, appraising performance, and advising of career pathways to the embodiment of transformational leadership which advances the scientific and healthcare workforce.
Matchmaker, Matchmaker: Choosing Your Perfect Specialty 8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom B
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You finally decide what you want to be when you grow up. Now that you are going to be a doctor, there is an even more important question: What will be your medical specialty? Some people know their specialty even before medical school. For others, their future specialty becomes clear once seeing patients. Then there are those who are going in circles... Whether you are in college or in medical school, find out how to make the most of your shadowing experiences or your clinical rotations to help you choose a medical specialty.
When Your Passion Starts from Home
9:30– 10:20 AM
MCC – Room 260
This session is designed to discuss how life experiences, events, and outcomes usher our entrance into the medical field and shape the way we practice and the type of physicians we become.
Rags to Riches: The Art of Winning Awards
9:30- 10:20 AM
MCC – Room 271
From Rags to Riches, The Art of Winning Awards discusses strategies for success, including how to frame personal statements, solicit letters of recommendation, and even nominate oneself. This session also discusses how past failures can be utilized to improve future success rates.
Minorities in Medicine: LGBTQIA+ Edition
9:30-10:20 AM
MCC – Room 263
A session designed to address the barriers that LGBTQIA+ learners face while advancing their careers. Attendees will also receive advice on how to show
up as their full selves within the medical education system.
Global Outreach: Planning a Medical Mission Trip
10:30– 11:20 AM
MCC – Room 276
An interactive lecture on how to plan a medical mission trip to underserved areas, thus improving access to healthcare through global medicine.
Leading with Style: Understanding Your Leadership Approach
10:30 – 11:20 AM
MCC – Room 279
This session is an opportunity for students to learn about their own leadership style through reflections on personality types with some tips for practical application during.
Coming back from a Setback
2:00– 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 276
This session consists of a panel of people who had "gaps" in their medical school education, had to repeat an academic year, didn't get into residency straight after medical school or failed a USMLE exam, etc. At the end of this panel, attendees will learn how to navigate their own setbacks and to bounce back from it stronger than ever.
Scared Straight: Interactive Medical Law
2:00– 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 277
Does legal jargon sound scary? Fear not! Join this fun and interactive workshop led by MD/JDs. Dive into a real-world scenario, engage in lively discussions, and test your case-solving skills. An
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engaging session where you'll demystify the complexities of medical law.
Skin of Color
2:00– 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 260
Join a dermatologist as they address the lack of reference photos of dermatological conditions on the skin of people of color. This session will discuss the importance of recognizing skin conditions in all shades.
Broadening Horizons in Medical Education: Dual Degrees
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 276
Explore the fusion of medical education with other disciplines in dual degrees. The panelists will be sharing personal insights on how a second degree enriches healthcare practice and fosters new career opportunities. Gain invaluable knowledge and perspectives to make informed decisions about applying to dual degree programs!
Nourishing the Future: Integrating Nutrition and Culinary Medicine
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 277
In an era where chronic diseases and lifestyle related health conditions are on the rise, the role of nutrition and culinary medicine in medical education has never been more critical. This session will explore the integration of nutrition and culinary medicine into medical curricula, empowering future healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to make a lasting impact on patient health. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the importance of preventive care, the art of using food as medicine, and the transformative e ects
of incorporating nutritional counseling into patient care. Let us work together to embrace a patient-centered, preventive approach that starts on the plate and leads to a brighter, healthier future for all.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
How to be a Good Mentee
10:00– 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 270
Explore the intricacies of mentor-mentee relationships and uncover the keys to fostering meaningful connections with mentors. Whether you're new to mentorship or looking to enhance your existing relationships, this session promises to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to excel as a mentee and unlock your full potential.
What is your EQ: Emotional Intelligence
10:00– 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 275
This session will help you understand what emotional intelligence means, how to assess one's own EQ, and its vital role in achieving success in medicine and life.
MAPS x SNMA: Power of Teambuilding
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
MCC – Room 260
Experience the transformative impact of collaboration. Join us for an immersive journey into the dynamics of e ective teamwork, where SNMA/MAPS members come together to achieve remarkable results while having fun.
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Black Men in Medicine
11:00– 11:50 AM
MCC – Room 271
Hear the perspectives of black, male physicians as they discuss personal stories of coping mechanisms, experiences with bias, and their journey through medicine.
Carnival of Care: Celebrating Diversity in New Orleans
11:00– 11:50 AM
MCC – Room 278
New Orleans is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, melding influences from French, African, Spanish, and Caribbean traditions, among others. During this session, participants will be taken on a journey that delves into the myriad of ways culture and diversity impact healthcare delivery in New Orleans. Through interactive presentations, engaging discussions, and immersive experiences, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how cultural sensitivity and inclusivity shape medical practices in the city.
Cultural Humility: Dimensions for Excellence in Service of Health Equity
12:00– 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 260
This session is through the lens of cultural humility and aims to equip attendees with the tools to address inequities and health disparities through their service on the frontlines and improve well-being and life for vulnerable populations. Participants will leave this session with greater evidence-based insight into how our social and health outcomes are interconnected and feeling invigorated and inspired to utilize the dimensions of cultural humility to reverse the tide of
inequity and enhance health services and life for all.
Narratives: Telling Your Story in the Application Process
1:00– 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 260
This session would be a workshop forum that will allow attendees to discuss their approach to medical school and residency program applications with speakers and fellow attendees. This session will begin by discussing how to find and interpret programs' mission statements and values. Secondly, students will discuss the literature surrounding the characteristics of a good physician and the qualities that institutions are looking for in applications. Lastly, students will spend time reflecting on their core values and experiences, emphasizing how to express this in their application.
How the United States Can Diversify its Blood Supply
1:00– 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 261
This session focuses how the U.S. blood centers can utilize marketing strategies and media to inform and recruit ethnically diverse donors as a solution to this country’s blood supply shortage.
From Unhoused to Overflow
1:00– 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 262
A discussion about preparation for medical school entry, resiliency in medical school, and practicing as a physician now. This session is a reminder that a dream deferred is not a dream denied and the importance of self-advocacy.
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MEDICAL TRACK
THURSDAY - MARCH 28, 2024
Personal Statement & Mock Interviews
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 278
When applying to medical school and residency programs, your narrative is the most important piece of the puzzle. Attendees will have the chance to have their personal statements reviewed and critiqued. This opportunity is limited and is o ered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Additional details to sign-up will be sent to all conference attendees.
“The Good Doctor”- Makings of a Quality Physician
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 272
From empathy and communication skills to clinical competence and ethical integrity, we'll explore the essential makings of a "good doctor." This session o ers invaluable guidance for becoming the kind of physician who truly makes a di erence in the lives of patients and the broader healthcare community.
From Student to Faculty: A Roadmap to Academic Medicine
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 270
Join junior faculty and residents for a journey into academic medicine. Discover what it means to be in academia, gain insights on transitioning from student to faculty, and essentials for mentorship and the initial job search. Gain valuable perspectives and practical advice to thrive in the
dynamic world of academia from those who've walked the path.
The Future is Now: Navigating the Role of AI in Modern Medicine
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 264
Join us to uncover the pivotal role AI plays in shaping the future of medicine, as we discuss real-world applications, challenges, and ethical considerations. Gain valuable insights into navigating this transformative landscape, empowering yourself to harness the full potential of AI to improve patient outcomes and drive innovation in healthcare delivery.
Radiology Specialty Interest Group
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 269
Navigating ADHD as a Student and Physician
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 276
There is a pervasive assumption that you can't get into medical school (or be a good physician) and have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) or any other invisible disability. That's just not true and it is an often-overlooked topic that we need to discuss.
Social Emergency Medicine
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 275
Join resident and faculty members as they delve into the integration of a social Emergency Medicine (EM) curriculum into residency training.
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Discovering Radiation Oncology
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 275
Interested in Radiation Oncology?
Come learn the ins and outs of the field and how you can make your mark within it!
The Doc is in: Ask a Psychiatrist
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 277
Meet with a diverse panel of psychiatrists and ask the panel questions like what made them choose to be in that medical field, their average day is like, what their favorite thing about being a psychiatrist is, their hope for the future of the field of psychiatry, etc.
So, You Want to be an Anesthesiologist?
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 276
Unlock the secrets to a successful Anesthesiology match! Join us for expert insights, tips, and strategies to maximize your chances and secure your dream residency in Anesthesiology.
Oncology Beyond Borders
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 274
Explore the universal challenges, breakthroughs, and collaborations shaping cancer care worldwide. Join the conversation transcending geographical boundaries and advancing oncology for all.
A Perfect Match: What to Look for in Residency Programs
9:30– 10:20 AM
MCC – Room 269
Wondering how to begin the search for the residency program that is perfect for you? Join this session to hear the latest tips and advice on how to identify the program that is best for you.
Self-Advocate: Confidently Navigating Your Career Path
9:30 – 10:20 AM
MCC – Room 264
In the dynamic and ever-evolving field of medicine, advocating for yourself as a medical professional is not just a skill –it's a necessity. This session delves into the strategies and tools that empower medical practitioners to take control of their careers, negotiate e ectively, seek mentorship, and overcome challenges. From fostering assertive communication to setting personal and professional boundaries, attendees will gain insights to enhance their professional journey and ensure their voices are heard in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape.
Ophthalmology Specialty Interest Group
10:30 – 11:20 AM
MCC – Room 277
Crushing Step 1
10:30 – 11:20 AM
MCC – Room 275
You have what it takes - let’s talk game plan. Hear from the experts for tips on how to excel on USMLE Step 1! Learn how to avoid some of the pitfalls that most students fall into while prepping for and taking the exam.
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I Chose Emergency Medicine
“EMRA has a orded me a myriad of opportunities to emerge as a leader in my journey towards Emergency Medicine. As a student aspiring to specialize in EM, I’ve not only grown in my leadership skills but also expanded my professional network within a field that truly ignites my passion.”
— Jinger Sanders
M.D. Candidate | Class of 2025 EMRA MSC Chair jinsanders.emra@gmail.com | @emerjin_c
Learn more about EM!
Grounded in Truth
10:30 – 11:20 AM
MCC – Room 263
The journey from premed student to med student to resident, especially as a UIM student is fraught with many obstacles and setbacks. What keeps you grounded? Do you know who and Who’s you are? This session is to discuss the many challenges along the medical journey and explore avenues to overcome them. Attendees will leave this session with tangible ways to remain centered during residency through spirituality and faith and how to speak life into themselves and those around them.
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Foot Forward: Understanding ERAS
2:00PM – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 279
Navigating the residency application process can be complex, and ERAS is at the heart of it all. Join us for an in-depth discussion where we will unravel its intricacies, demystify the application components, and provide valuable tips for maximizing your chances of success.
Navigating
the Hidden Curriculum of Medicine
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 275
Equip yourself for the unspoken challenges of medicine with our comprehensive session. Learn strategies to navigate the hidden curriculum, be prepared for adversity, and identify crucial support channels in times of mistreatment or discrimination.
Exploring Med-Peds: Fireside Chat
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 274
A panel discussion on what Med-Peds, its advantages and opportunities, and how to apply. This will be a conversation with current Med-Peds residents who will o er their experiences in the field.
DO Speed Dating
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 279
An opportunity for students to interact with practicing osteopathic physicians in the specialty they are interested in and hear from physicians in other specialties.
Addressing Nutrition Disparities: Enhancing Outcomes Through Physician
Training
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 271
This session will delve into the critical role of physician training in mitigating nutrition disparities within underserved communities, with a focus on the role of dairy as a nutritious source of food. As healthcare providers increasingly recognize the impact of nutrition on health outcomes, there is a growing need to equip physicians with the knowledge and skills to address these disparities e ectively, including understanding the nutritional benefits of dairy products.
The Business of Medicine
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 270
This session provides students with a fundamental understanding of the business and structure of medicine for potential long-term career decisions. It peeks at the history of medicine and how the business has evolved.
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have been particularly thrilled by the close-knit community in my program, as well as the opportunity to provide care to underserved populations. In addition, housing is inexpensive, the commute is easy, and there are always new restaurants to try.” Mohammed Suraju, MD Resident Physician, General Surgery LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equity Top Performer Healthcare Equity Index 2022 26 Years in a row in U.S. News & World Report’s list of “America’s Top Hospitals” U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT RANKINGS | 2022-2023 Ophthalmology #6 Neonatology #21 Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology #23 Pediatric Orthopedics #28 #28 Ear, Nose, and Throat Pediatric Nephrology #42 Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery #47 Pediatric Urology #48 High Performing in the Top 10% Nationally Cancer, Gastroenterology and GI Surgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology and Lung Surgery, Urology
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Leveling up: COMLEX 1
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 269
This panel comprised of third year and fourth year osteopathic medical students who have successfully passed their Level 1 board exam. They will share resources they found helpful in preparing for the exam, study strategies, important components of a daily study schedule, knowing if you are ready for the exam, and getting, and how to get the maximum points on OMM-related board questions. They will also speak on the di erences between Comlex and USMLE if they have taken both exams and explain whether taking both is necessary.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
Specialty Interest Group Sessions
8:00 – 8:50 AM MCC
Join SNMA for our Specialty Interest Group Series! Panelists will share their personal journey into their respective specialty field and provide words of wisdom to future physicians!
Specialty sessions include: Anesthesiology Room 278
Dermatology Room 276
Emergency Medicine Room 262
Family Medicine Room 261
General Surgery Room 260
Internal Medicine Room 277
Obstetrics & Gynecology Room 273
Orthopedic Surgery Room 270
Pediatrics
Room 271
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Room 274
Psychiatry Room 275
Crushing Step 2
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 277
One Down, two to go! Hear from the experts for tips on how to excel on USMLE Step 2! Learn how to avoid some of the pitfalls that most students fall into while prepping for and taking the exam.
Pathway for International Medical Students
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 274
Gain valuable insights into unique journeys of international medical students and learn about their institution's programs.
In a Man’s World: Female Leadership in Predominately Male Specialties
11:00 – 11:50 AM
MCC – Room 277
Embark on an empowering dialogue that transcends boundaries and explores the remarkable journey of breaking barriers as a woman in medicine.
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CULTIVATE their education through mentorship and professional development opportunities.
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CONNECT with the health care community through service-based programs and immersion trips.
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Through four-week elective rotations at UConn School of Medicine, accepted fourth-year medical students receive mentorship and career guidance while experiencing our residency programs. Accepting applications now.
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Dr. Chioma Ogbejesi UConn VESUM Program Graduate OB/GYN Surgery Resident
Navigating Life in Medicine as a Black Ob-Gyn
11:00 – 11:50 AM
MCC – Room 273
This session provides pieces of advice and wisdom about being a black woman in medicine, specifically focusing on gained experiences while on the floor and outside of the hospital.
Finding Your Perfect Match: DO Edition
11:00 – 11:50 AM
MCC – Room 275
Featuring newly matched fourth-year student sharing their experiences with the match. Topics will include applying to competitive specialties and applying with COMLEX scores without taking NBME and other exams.
Keys to a Successful Sub-I
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 275
This session will share helpful points/tips as they apply for and embark on the Sub-Is. This session will o er insight into the importance of sub-I's, and how to get the most out of them.
Duke ASPIRES: Surgical Mentorship within URiMs
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 274
This session will illustrate a successful model for providing early mentorship and exposure to surgery for URiM students that partners the Department of Surgery and the SNMA and LMSA student organizations.
Plastics & Reconstructive Specialty Interest Group
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 277
SNMA Presents the Lounge: Medicine x Media
1:00 – 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 263
SNMA Presents: The Lounge Podcast is back for another live session at AMEC! Student Doctors Erica Dingle, Isabella Ntigbu and Dr. Aldwin Soumare are your hosts extraordinaire, leading an amazing discussion on the possibilities for extending one's reach through media.
Leveling Up: COMLEX II
1:00 – 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 269
This panel is comprised of third and fourth year osteopathic medical students who have successfully passed their Level 2 board exam. They will share resources they found helpful in preparing for the exam, study strategies, important components of a daily study schedule, how to know if you are ready for the exam and how to get the maximum points on OMM-related board questions. They will also speak on the di erences between Comlex and USMLE if they have taken both exams and give insight as to whether taking both is necessary.
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Undergraduate Poster Presentations
Analyzing Disparities in Hypertension Treatment in African American Women
Presenter: Cassandra Smith, Undergraduate Student, Washington University in St. Louis
Impact of Medical and Demographic Risk on the Executive Functioning and Academic Achievement of Youth with CHD
Presenter: Kyarie Shelton, Undergraduate Student, Johns Hopkins University
Otolaryngology Physician Bias: Evaluating Physicians Response to Patient Portal Messages
Presenter: Amira Aladetan, Undergraduate Student, Carleton College
Smooth Muscle and Inflammatory Markers are Increased in Obliterans Bronchiolitis Lungs
Presenter: Frank She eld, Undergraduate Student, Carleton College
Measuring Brain Iron Variations in the Basal Ganglia upon Anticipation of Reward in the Pre-adolescent Brain: A fMRI Study
Presenter: Maresa Tate, Undergraduate Student, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Factors Associated with Increased Outpatient Follow-Up Referral for High-Risk Infants and Subsequent Clinic Attendance In Various States.
Presenter: Adjou Ehoussou, Undergraduate Student, Howard University
Elucidating Associations of Circulating Chemokines by Du y-null Status among a Diverse Breast Cancer Patient Cohort
Presenter: Stevens Patino, Undergraduate Student, CUNY Hunter College
The E ect of Distance Reiki on Patient Reported Quality of Life, Correlated With Changes in Immune Repertoires among Multiple Myeloma Patients: A Pilot Study
Presenter: Ti an Nyamao, Undergraduate Student, Carleton College
A Full Systematic Review on the E ects of EMDR for Mental Health Symptoms in Child Refugees
Presenter: Niat Habtemariam, Undergraduate Student, Johns Hopkins University
Dementia Diagnostic Confidence Among Ethnoculturally Diverse Immigrants
Presenter: Chidera Agwu, Undergraduate Student, Washington University in St. Louis
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Basic Science
Low Dose Methylphenidate Sex-Di erentially Modulates Risky Decision Making and Catecholamine Regulatory Proteins Following Repetitive Mild Traumatic Brain Injury.
Presenter: Eleni Papadopoulos, DO/PhD Candidate, Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Mutant GABAA Receptor Subunit Mutation, N328D, Mediated Developmental Epileptic Encephalopathies in Mouse Model
Presenter: Gerald Nwosu, MD/PhD Candidate, Meharry Medical College
Inflammatory T-Helper Populations in IBD are Associated with Response and Non-Response to Anti-TNF Therapy
Presenter: Leonard Nettey, MD/PhD Candidate, Harvard Medical School
Dopaminergic Inflammation in Myeloid Cells and HIV Neuropathogenesis
Presenter: Breana Channer, MD/PhD Candidate, Drexel University College of Medicine
Histological Assessment of Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebrae Pseudoarticulation as a Source of Pain in Bertolotti’s Syndrome
Presenter: Derrick Obiri-Yeboah, MD Candidate, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
The Delivery of siRNA via a Fusogenic Peptide in a 3D Model of Drug-Resistant Ovarian Cancer
Presenter: Aaron Williams, MD Candidate, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill School of Medicine
An in-vitro Cartilage Injury Model to Study Drug and IL-1β E ects on the Type II Collagen Response
Presenter: Andrew Adeyiga, MD Candidate, University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Inhibition of Caspase1 Reduces Blood Pressure, NK cells, and TH17 cells in Placental Ischemic Rats
Presenter: Hannah Glenn, MD Candidate, University of Mississippi Medical Center
In Vitro Model for Cholangiocyte-Mediated Neutrophil Infiltration in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Presenter: Jordan Young, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
PANX1 Activity Regulates Fetal Cortical Development
Presenter: Norma Hylton, MD/PhD Candidate, Harvard Medical School
Pharmacological Depletion of Microglia and the E ect on Neuropathic Pain
Presenter: Darius McKoy, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
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iPSC-Derived Brain Organoids Model Neural Dysfunction Generated by MECP2 Mosaicism in Rett Syndrome
Presenter: Angel Emodi, MD Candidate, University of California, Los Angeles
Yes-Associated Protein Mediates Pneumonia-Induced Acute Lung Injury
Presenter: Alexandra Duibuisson, Graduate Student, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Unveiling the E cacy of True Antibiofilm Compounds against Wound-Associated Pathogens: An Investigative Analysis
Presenter: Vanessa Shannon, MD Candidate, The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
Assessment of Changes of mRNA Isoform Proportion after scaRNA1 Knockdown
Presenter: Brittnei Earl, DO Candidate, Kansas City University
An Investigation into the Role of Anterior and Posterior Meniscofemoral Ligaments in Knee Joint Stability – A Pilot Study
Presenter: Cameron Cooper, MD Candidate, University of Houston, Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine
Characterizing the Burden of Allergies in Multiple Sclerosis
Presenter: Anda Nyati, MD Candidate, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Clinical Science
Safety of Plug-Mediated Vascular Closure for Prosthetic Arterial Graft Puncture
Presenter: Alynah Adams, MD Candidate, Medical College of Wisconsin
Artificial Intelligence to Detect Spinal Fluid and Spinal Cord on Ultrasound
Presenter: Jaciara De Souza, Graduate Student, Columbia University
The GENFI Motor Score Enhances Sensitivity of Disease Severity Scores in Frontotemporal Dementia
Presenter: Ariana Duckett, Post-baccalaureate Student, Spelman College
For You Page Meets DIEP: Evaluating the Quality and Impact of TikTok Videos on Autologous Breast Reconstruction with DIEP Flaps
Presenter: Yvonne Clifvonne Webb, MD Candidate, Rush Medical College
Relationships Between Emotion Regulation Strategies and Subclinical Cardiovascular Disease in Midlife Women
Presenter: Adoma Boateng, MD Candidate, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
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The E ects of Psychiatric Comorbidities on Maternal Outcomes
Presenter: Eboni Aco , MD Candidate, University of Missouri School of Medicine
Endocrine Contribution to the Sexual Dysfunction in Patients with Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease and the Role of Hyperprolactinemia
Presenter: Christiana Daniel, MD Candidate, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Assessment of Novel Urinary Diagnostic Markers in Lupus Nephritis Patients
Presenter: Leshaia Davis-Johnson, MD Candidate, University of Louisville School of Medicine
Prevalence of ASD in Cervical Synostosis: A Comprehensive Meta-Analysis
Presenter: Bryan Ubanwa, MD Candidate, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Assessing the Predictive Value of the Brief Addiction Monitor for Patients with Opioid Use Disorder
Presenter: Kermshlise Picard, MD Candidate, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Vertebral Body Collapse after Spine Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy: A Single-Center Institutional Experience
Presenter: Arsh Issany, MD Candidate, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Optimizing Nutrition Prior to Surgery: Implementation in Orthopedic Trauma
Presenter: Oluwatoyosi Akande, MD Candidate, University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Breastfeeding Cessation in High-Risk Obstetric Patients
Presenter: Maame Amoako, MD Candidate, Duke University School of Medicine
Racial Disparities in Postpartum Hemorrhage Risk: A Gravida-Stratified Analysis
Presenter: Kanicia Green, MD Candidate, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Geographical Influences on Google Searches for Cancer Care in New York State
Presenter: Chioma Anaemejeh, MD Candidate, Albany Medical College
Assessment of General Anesthesia versus Spinal Anesthesia in Laparotomies within Resource-Limited Settings
Presenter: Christian Gopichand, MD Candidate, Meharry Medical College
CEM Radiomics for Distinguishing Lesion from Background Parenchymal Enhancement in Patients with Invasive Breast Cancer
Presenter: Jacquelyn Fields, MD Candidate, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine
The Use of LED Lights and its Relation to the Increase in Ophthalmic Damage
Presenter: Okenya Williams, MD/MPH Candidate, St. George's University School of Medicine
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Additional Mitral Valve Repair for Patients undergoing CABG with a History of Moderate Mitral Valve Regurgitation: A Case for Short Term and Long-Term Postoperative Survival.
Presenter: Chinasa Anokwuru, MD Candidate, University of Houston
Platelet Rich Plasma for Nonoperative Management of Degenerative Meniscal Lesions: A Systematic Review
Presenter: Elijah Alston, MD Candidate, Medical College of Georgia
The Incidence of Radiographic and Clinical Markers of Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension in those with Spontaneous CSF Leak
Presenter: Chibueze Agwu, MD Candidate, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Are Immune-Mediated Adverse Events Being Over-Diagnosed in Randomized Controlled Trials When Comparing Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors to Placebo?
Presenter: Dajaina Martin, MD Candidate, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Comparing the E cacy of Neuroma Surgery Techniques in Reducing Opioid Use
Presenter: Emmanuel Emovon, MD Candidate, Duke University School of Medicine
Photoprotective Practices in Patients with Autoimmune Dermatologic Diseases
Presenter: Chinanu Chi-Ukpai, MD Candidate, Meharry Medical College School of Medicine
Hospital Stay Length, Unintended Readmission, and Patient Mortality in Stage I and II Kidney Tumor Cases Treated with Partial Nephrectomy or Radical Nephrectomy.
Presenter: Ronscardy Mondesir, MD Candidate, Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
A Pilot Study Assessing Shear Wave Elastography’s Potential As A Biomarker in Spinal-Bulbar & Muscular Atrophy
Presenter: Yonathan Assefa, MD Candidate, National Institutes of Health
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) in Pregnancy: How OUD a ects Peripartum Management and Obstetric Analgesics
Presenter: Kennedi Wilson, MD Candidate, University of Houston TJFF College of Medicine
Comparison of the E cacy of Fluoroscopic and Ultrasound Guided Hip Aspiration for Periprosthetic Joint Infections
Presenter: Nnaemeka Ude, MD Candidate, Meharry Medical College
Do Tightened Set Screws Create Length-Stable Constructs in Intertrochanteric Fractures?
Presenter: Taylor Cunningham, MD Candidate, University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Greenville
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Medial and Lateral Posterior Tibial Slope in the Skeletally Immature: A Cadaveric Study
Presenter: Sylvester Okoro, MD Candidate, Morehouse School of Medicine
Incidence of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Global Developmental Delay in Infants with Brachial Plexus Birth Injury: An Early Association with Birth Asphyxia
Presenter: Daniel Gabriel, MD Candidate, Harvard Medical School
Clavicular Osteomyelitis in Children: Special Considerations for the Orthopedic Surgeon
Presenter: Nadia Hackett, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
E ect of Hip Arthroplasty Approach on Postoperative Pain and Mobilization: A Secondary Analysis
Presenter: Chiamaka Ijebuonwu, MD Candidate, Morehouse School of Medicine
Evaluation of Health Salience and Social Vulnerabilities among Outpatient Vascular Surgery Patients
Presenter: Tyler Lackland, MD Candidate, Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Exploring Health Disparities in Head and Neck Cutaneous Angiosarcoma
Presenter: Temiloluwa Oladeji, MD Candidate, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
The Incidence, Severity, and Treatment of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome before and during COVID-19
Presenter: Rimel Mwamba, MD Candidate, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
The Role of Socioeconomic Background on Outcomes Following Total Hip Arthroplasty
Presenter: Aman Andemichael, MD Candidate, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Assessment of New Mental Health Diagnoses Among Working-Age Trauma Survivors
Presenter: Samantha Cooley, DO Candidate, Kansas City University
The Impact of Medicaid Expansion on Cutaneous Melanoma Diagnosis and Outcomes: Making Strides in the Correct Direction
Presenter: Alicia C. Greene, MD Candidate, Pennsylvania State College of Medicine
The Association between Musical Engagement and Cognitive Health in Cancer
Survivors: An Exploratory Analysis of Baseline Data from a Randomized Clinical Trial
Presenter: Oluwafisayo Adeoye, MD Candidate, CUNY School of Medicine
Modern Monoblock Tapered Fluted Stems for Periprosthetic Fracture in Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty
Presenter: Alioune Diane, MD Candidate, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
Does Intraoperative Opioid Administration and Postoperative Pain Di er by Patient Demographics?
Presenter: Kenechukwu Ugochukwu, MD Candidate, Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine, University of Houston
Exploring the Association between the Presence of CXCR6 and CXCL16 in Discoid Lupus
Erythematosus: A Systematic Review
Presenter: Faradia Kernizan, MD Candidate, Tulane University School of Medicine
Initial Patient Perspectives on a Novel Intervention for Radiation Dermatitis: A Single Institution Experience
Presenter: Oluwatomiwa Awobayiku, DO Candidate, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University
Longitudinal Consistency of CT-Based Evaluation of the Volumetric Percentage of Cystic Regions in the Lungs of Patients With Lymphangioleiomyomatosis
Presenter: Brianna Matthew, MD Candidate, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University
Positive Feelings of Daily Accomplishment, Role Clarity, and Academic Balance May Protect Against Stress and Burnout in Oncology.
Presenter: Eniola Otukoya, DO Candidate, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine- Harlem
Improving Clinician Knowledge and Confidence in Managing Pediatric Obesity and Diet-Related Chronic Diseases After a Quality Improvement Initiative
Presenter: Kaleab Ribbiso, MD Candidate, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Geographic Analysis of Diabetes Prevalence and Social Demographics in Metro Atlanta: Recognizing the Need for Free and Low-Cost Healthcare
Presenter: Mari Chiles, MD Candidate, Morehouse School of Medicine
How Useful is TikTok for Patients Searching for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome-Related Treatment Exercises?
Presenter: Damon Briggs, MD Candidate, Duke University School of Medicine
Same-day Discharge after Percutaneous Renal Cryoablation: E ects on 30-day Readmission Rates and Post-procedural Complications
Presenter: Oluwanifemi Akinduro, MD Candidate, University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
Assessment of Anesthesiologists' Attitudes and Knowledge during Evaluation of Peri-Procedural DNR Status
Presenter: Aminah Williams, MD Candidate, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
The Impact of Diet, Physical Activity, and SDOH on Bowel Management of Hirschsprung’s Disease and Anorectal Malformation
Presenter: Damilare Oyetibo, Graduate Student, Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons: Institute of Human Nutrition, Columbia University
Examining Familial Heart Disease as a Risk Factor for Eating Pathology
Presenter: Jean Woody Luxama, MD Candidate, University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Vitamin D Deficiency in Black Women with Uterine Leiomyomas
Presenter: Jasmin Williams, MD Candidate, University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Poor Sleep Quality may be Linked to Neurodegenerative Markers in Older Veterans
Presenter: Ifeoma Ezeilo, MD Candidate, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biological Sciences
Delivery Room Interventions beyond Intubation for Extremely Early Newborns: Considerations for Counseling
Presenter: Isaiah Brown, MD Candidate, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Adolescent Sex Di erences in the Emergence of Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms
Presenter: Tonya Armes, MD Candidate, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
Outcomes of Cooled Radiofrequency Ablation of Cervical Nerves for the Treatment of Chronic Pain
Presenter: Lukas Henjum, MD Candidate, University of Wisconsin Madison-School of Medicine and Public Health
Invited African American Radiation Oncology Grand Rounds Speakers: DEI or Die?
Presenter: Ifeanyi Ekpunobi, MD Candidate, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Analyzing Racial and Ethnic Trends in the Utilization of Elective vs. Non-Elective Colectomies Among Geriatric Patients: A Nationwide Retrospective Analysis
Presenter: Spencer Johnson, MD Candidate, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Management of Advanced Breast Cancer in Lagos, Nigeria: A Single-Center Retrospective Study
Presenter: Giselle Uwera, Undergraduate Student, UT Southwestern Medical Center
Optimizing Patient Care: Unraveling the Dual Role of Psychiatrists in Psychotherapy and Pharmacotherapy — Navigating Barriers and Maximizing Benefits
Presenter: Zuri Williams, MD Candidate, The Norton College of Medicine at SUNY Upstate Medical University
Evaluation of the Bouquet Speculum: A Novel Approach to Enhance Cervical Cancer Screening in Low-Resource Settings
Presenter: Stacey Clark, DO Candidate, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
Black Patients with Endometrial Cancer, High Risk Histology, and Next-Generation Sequencing for All: A Pilot Study in Washington D.C.
Presenter: Nicole Utah, MD Candidate, Georgetown University School of Medicine
Delayed-onset Carpal Tunnel Syndrome after Operative Distal Radius Fracture
Presenter: Timothy Nyangacha, MD Candidate, University of Minnesota Medical School
Association of Polypharmacy with Mortality in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Post Hoc Analysis of ACCORD
Presenter: Maame Amoah-Dankwah, MD Candidate, Wake Forest School of Medicine
Risk Factors Associated with Subtalar Fusion within 5 Years Following Calcaneal ORIF
Presenter: Elisabeth White, MD Candidate, Morehouse School of Medicine
Unveiling the Gap: Addressing the Underrepresentation of Diverse Patient Populations in Medical Burn Literature
Presenter: Joshua Lewis, MD Candidate, University of Texas Medical Branch
Pill Puzzles in the ER: Decoding Trends of Hydrocodone-Containing Analgesics Use for Back Pain in Emergency Departments
Presenter: Isabelle Thenor-Louis, MD Candidate, SUNY Upstate Medical University - Norton College of Medicine
The Association between Socioeconomic Status and Amblyopia Treatment Compliance Utilizing a Novel Online Tracking Platform
Presenter: Andrea Arline, MD Candidate, Case Western Reserve University
Use of Apple Watch to Acquire Baseline Wearable Biometric Data for Patients with Sickle Cell Disease and Correlations to Symptoms such as Pain and Fatigue
Presenter: Logan Long, MD Candidate, University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Beyond the Scalpel: Exploring Social Determinants in Arthroscopic Rotator Cu Repair
Presenter: Mark Ehioghae, MD Candidate, Medical College of Wisconsin
Representation of Minoritized Individuals in Clinical Trials of Neuro-ophthalmic Import
Presenter: Chisom Maduka, MD Candidate, Baylor College of Medicine
Assessing ChatGPT Responses to Common Patient Questions Regarding Hydrocelectomy
Presenter: Nader Shayegh, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
Intraoperative Steroid Injection in Cranial Vault Reconstruction
Presenter: Gidarell Bryant, MD Candidate, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Examining the Influences of PIM1 Kinase Expression on Clinical Outcomes in Renal Cell Carcinoma
Presenter: Elias Eteshola, MD/PhD Candidate, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Examining the Impact of 1-week Postpartum Mood Checks on Black Mothers
Presenter: Ebunoluwa Olunuga, MD Candidate, Duke University School of Medicine
Association between Blood-Pressure and Pregnancy Outcomes in Mothers with Sickle Cell Disease
Presenter: Sinclaire Davis, MD Candidate, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Relationship between Dietary Intakes and Interleukin-10 levels in Adults Living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
Presenter: Rebecca Metellus, Post-baccalaureate Student, National Institute of Health
Learning Curve for Performing Targeted Nipple Areola Complex Re-innervationMoving from Allograft Reconstruction to Direct Coaptation
Presenter: Chase Alston, MD Candidate, Weill Cornell Medicine
Overcoming Acquired Resistance to HER Protein Inhibitors in HPV+ HNSCC
Presenter: Melissa Kumi, MD Candidate, Yale School of Medicine
The e ects of Digital Health Interventions on Health Outcomes in Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors: An Umbrella Review Protocol
Presenter: Linda Yamthe, MD Candidate, University of Houston Tilman J Fertitta Family College of Medicine
Community Service
Maximum Virtual Portion of Chocolate Milkshake Predicts Weight Loss after Bariatric Surgery Through Intake Capacity
Presenter: Jeon Hamm, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
Serving New Orleans: The Patient Demographics of Tulane Student-Run Clinics
Presenter: Bethany Norwood, MD Candidate, Tulane University School of Medicine
Evaluating the Impact of Pick-Up Sports and Health Initiative on Health Promotion and Interest in Healthcare Careers Among School-Aged Children
Presenter: Jude Okonkwo, MD Candidate, Columbia Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
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Health, Policy and Advocacy
Barriers and Facilitators to Teaching Anti-Racism in the Clinical Environment: A Mixed Methods Study of Academic Clinicians
Presenter: Shay Taylor, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
The Impact of H-Index in Predicting Academic Radiation Oncology Promotion
Presenter: Monique Westley, DO Candidate, New York Institute of Technology, Arkansas
A Comparative Analysis of Mental Health Resources at U.S. Medical Schools
Presenter: Jada Moore, MD Candidate, Morehouse School of Medicine
Working Towards Representation on Family Advisory Councils
Presenter: Asia Wooten, MD Candidate, Oregon Health and Science University
Crowdfunding to Compensate for Financial Burdens of Patients with Systemic Sclerosis
Presenter: Theordore Okoli, MD Candidate, Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Maternity Care Deserts and Maternal Mortality: Bridging the Gap in Maternal Healthcare in Florida
Presenter: Alexis Kendall, MD Candidate, Florida State University College of Medicine
Analysis of Injury Incidence and Prevalence following Expansion of the NFL Regular Season
Presenter: Jasmine Walker, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
What about Race? A Systematic Review on the Racial Disparities seen in Kidney Xenotransplantation Literature
Presenter: Ijeoma Obizoba, MD Candidate, University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baseline Characteristics of Sleep-related Impairment and Mental Health Comorbidity among Youth Experiencing Homelessness: The HOME Trial
Presenter: Jazmin Arce, Graduate Student, The Ohio State University
Medicare’s Value-Based Purchasing Program and 30-Day Mortality at Hospitals
Caring for High Proportions of Black Adults
Presenter: Ashley Kyalwazi, MD Candidate, Harvard Medical School
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
Invited African-American Radiation Oncology Grand Rounds Speakers: DEI or Die?
Presenter: Ifeanyi Ekpunobi, MD Candidate, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Increasing Promotora-led Bystander CPR Training in Latino Communities
Presenter: Citlali Perez, MD Candidate, David Ge en School of Medicine
FDA Regulation of Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning
Presenter: Babajide Owosela, MD Candidate, Emory University School of Medicine
Hospital at Home – Saving Costs, Preserving Care
Presenter: Destine Ede, MD/MBA Candidate, Medical College of Georgia
After School– Out of Luck? The Physician’s Role in Providing Guidelines to After-School Clubs/Organization Working with Children with Chronic Medical Conditions
Presenter: Kasidy Carson, DO Candidate, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Proposal for Reducing Maternal Mortality in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Presenter: Paige Wilson, DO Candidate, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical Education
Impact of a Professional Enrichment Course on Medical Student Interest in and Knowledge of Otolaryngology
Presenter: Zainab Balogun, MD Candidate, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Improving Replant Perfusion Monitoring Utilizing an Asynchronous Education Module
Presenter: Terry Gordon, MD Candidate, Meharry Medical College School of Medicine
E ectiveness of a Pipeline Program to Support Diversity in Medicine: Rush SNMA Building Blocks Program
Presenter: Kaitlyn N Jackson, MD Candidate, Rush Medical College
Sex Ed for Future Medical Providers: Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction
Education for Second-Year Medical Students
Presenter: Esther Iyanobor, MD/MPH Candidate, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Contemporary Evaluation, Therapeutic Approaches, and Sustained Care Strategies for Urinary Tract Infections in Geriatric Females
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Presenter: Jaylyn Thompson, DO Candidate, Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Self-Reported Confidence in Proficiency on MCAT after an Immersive Pathway Program for the Underrepresented Community
Presenter: Korey Walter, DO Candidate, William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Understanding Race-Based Prescribing Practices in Treating Hypertension and its Potential Negative Implications
Presenter: Fredericka Hendricksen, MD Candidate, University of Central Florida College of Medicine
An Analysis of the Relationship Between Mentorship in Students Underrepresented in Medicine and Top 5 Residency Match Outcomes at the Medical College of Georgia
Presenter: Kristin Nzerue, MD Candidate, Medical College of Georgia
Undereducation is Afoot: Assessing the Lack of Acral Lentiginous Melanoma
Educational Materials for Skin of Color
Presenter: Vissy Elad, MD Candidate, Northeast Ohio Medical University
Understanding Knowledge of Emergency Medicine in Ghanaian Medical Schools
Presenter: Aisha Suhaiba, MD Candidate, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
Sexual Harassment and Violence in U.S. Medical Schools: A Cross-Sectional Study
Presenter: Daryl Traylor, DO Candidate, University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine
E ectiveness of a Pipeline Program to Support Diversity in Medicine: Rush SNMA Building Blocks Program
Presenter: Kaitlyn N Jackson, MD Candidate, Rush Medical College
Fostering African American Representation in Academia: Where are We Now?
Presenter: Adannaya Ihediwa, MD Candidate, University of Texas Medical Branch
Evaluating the Impact of the Virtual Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium for Underrepresented Students in Orthopaedic, Plastic, and Neurological Surgery
Presenter: Antoinette Charles, MD/MPH Candidate, Duke University School of Medicine
Predictability of the MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning Section on U.S. Medical School Success for English Language Learners
Presenter: Jazmin Belton, MD Candidate, Drexel University College of Medicine
Three-year Update of a Virtual Educational Neurosurgery Symposium: A Call for Longitudinal Support and Mentorship
Presenter: Destiny Green, MD Candidate, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
3-Dimensional Surgical Anatomy of the Parapharyngeal Space: A Digital Anatomical Model Derived from Radiographic Images, Peer-Reviewed Literature, and a Illustration
Presenter: Gabriela Calcano, MD Candidate, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Parental Engagement and Satisfaction of Reach Out To Youth: A Medical Profession Pathway Program for Underserved Youth
Presenter: Nathan Hankerson, MD Candidate, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Online Education and Orthopedic Surgery
Presenter: Manuel Stackey, MD Candidate, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Disability and Medicine: Barriers Faced by Medical Student with Disabilities
Presenter: Ertha Sefu Omba, MD/MPH Candidate, Morehouse School of Medicine
Characterizing Mnemonic Density in First Aid For the USMLE Step 1
Presenter: Rachel Akers, MD Candidate, Rush Medical College
"Unveiling Perspectives: A Deep Dive into First-Year Medical Students' Awareness and Insight on Sexual Assault"
Presenter: Savannah Stewart, MD Candidate, Albany Medical College
Social and Behavioral Sciences and Public Health
Travelers’ Healthcare for Immigrant and Refugee Communities in Minnesota: An Assessment of Primary Care Providers’ Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, Educational Gaps, and Resource Needs
Presenter: Aissatou Bah, MD Candidate, University of Minnesota Medical School
Get2PrEP3.0: An Initiative to Reduce Missed Opportunities for the Provision of HIV Prevention Services for Patients Testing Positive for STIs
Presenter: Eshiemomoh Osilama, MD Candidate, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Inequities in Peripartum Pain Management of People of Color with Substance Use Disorders
Presenter: Tabhata Paulet, MD Candidate, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
Exploring the Relationship between Cardiovascular Disease and Caribbean Populations: A PICO-Based Approach and Community Needs Assessment
Presenter: Martine Domond, Post-baccalaureate Student
The E ect of ACEs in the Prevalence of IPV and Intergenerational Trauma in Colombian Women
Presenter: Iovana Bonfante Gonzalez, MD Candidate, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine
Young People’s Voices on Environmental Ethics - A Trinational Qualitative Study
Presenter: Amber Acquaye, MD Candidate, Yale School of Medicine
Inequities in Peripartum Pain Management of People of Color with Substance Use Disorders
Presenter: Tabhata Paulet, MD Candidate, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Exploring the Impact of Neighborhood Socioeconomic Disadvantage on Vasectomy Rates: A Study in Middle Georgia
Presenter: Latisha Carswell, MD Candidate, Mercer University School of Medicine
The Best Trimester to Perform a Cholecystectomy
Presenter: Ruthvik Thaghalli Sunilkumar, MD Candidate, St. George's University School of Medicine
Addressing Barriers to Black Americans Participation in Clinical Trials: A Faith-based Community Survey
Presenter: Alexandra Stone, MD Candidate, Wayne State University School of Medicine
Ankle Fractures and Follow-Up Failure: Is Proper Charting the Solution?
Presenter: Laura Okechukwu, MD Candidate, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Focal Nodular Hyperplasia Prevalence Among Pediatric Neuroblastoma Survivors
Presenter: Ashanay Allen, MD Candidate, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Uterine Fibroid Prevalence in a Predominantly Black, Chicago-Based Cohort
Presenter: Tecora Turner, MD Candidate, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
KNOWledge and Understanding of Sickle Cell Trait: A Global Health Disparity Survey - KNOW Ur SCT
Presenter: Abibat Oshiobugie-Suleiman, MD Candidate, St George's University School of Medicine
Developing Social Media Content for Patient Education on Acanthosis Nigricans
Presenter: Adrienne Mitchell, MD Candidate, The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Trends of Pediatric Gun Violence Along the Alabama and Mississippi Gulf Coast: A
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
5-Year Retrospective Analysis
Presenter: Jada Ashford, MD Candidate, University of South Alabama Whiddon College of Medicine
Increasing Blood Diversity: How Blood Center Websites Tackle Critical Blood Shortages for Sickle Cell Patients through Recruitment of African American Donors
Presenter: My-Asia Chaplin, Postbaccalaureate Student, National Institutes of Health
Enhancing Detection of Depression within Primary Health Care in Ghana: Barriers and Facilitators
Presenter: Vongai Tizora, MD Candidate, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Improving Health Equity for Children Who are Multiply Marginalized: A Narrative Review of Intersectional Interventions
Presenter: Ateh Fonteh, MD/MPH Candidate, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine
The Culture of Recovery: An E cacy Study on Applied Theatre Intervention in Recovery and Healthcare
Presenter: Kelviyana Walker, MD Candidate, University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Conceptualizing Substance Use Behaviors in Medical Trainees: A Systematic Scoping Review
Presenter: Dolapo Akintunde, MD Candidate, University of Houston College of Medicine
The Role of SDOH in Influencing the Morbidity and Mortality of Various Communicable and Non-communicable Diseases in the United States and South American Countries
Presenter: Elisabeth Point Du Jour, MD/MPH Candidate, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Where Children Drown: Surprising Connection with Socioeconomic Status
Presenter: Bianca Nortelus, DO Candidate, University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine
A Descriptive Analysis of Family Navigation Activities for Early Autism Diagnosis
Presenter: Mattie Watts, MD Candidate, Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Addressing Hypertension: Insights From Atlanta's Community-Based Screenings
Presenter: Nolan Stubbs, MD Candidate, Morehouse School of Medicine
Reactions to the Racism is a Public Health Crisis Declaration in Milwaukee County Wisconsin
Presenter: Jessieka Knazze, MD/MPH Candidate, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
Interest in Fentanyl Drug Testing and Predicted Behavior Change After Overdose in the Emergency Department Among Hispanic/Latino versus Non-Hispanic/Latino Individuals
Presenter: Christina Franqui, MD Candidate, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Assessing Health Literacy to Improve Nutrition Education in Urban Communities
Presenter: Chelsea Onyeji, MD Candidate, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
A Qualitative Examination of the Lived Experiences of Black Americans in Opioid Misuse Recovery
Presenter: Malachi Miller, MD Candidate, University of Houston College of Medicine
Perinatal and Postnatal Outcomes in Unhoused Populations
Presenter: Prashun Chanda, MD Candidate, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Translational Science
Healthcare Utilization and Cost of Care Analysis of Patients with Sickle Cell Disease with High vs. Low Biomarkers: A Retrospective Chart Review
Presenter: Ryan Dingle, MD Candidate, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Glioblastoma Multiforme Tumor Volume and Persistence of Chimeric Antigen Receptor T Cells Following Treatment
Presenter: Devi Veerppan, MD Candidate, Meharry Medical College School of Medicine
Investigating the Utility of Plasma Proteins as Surrogates for Truncal Fat Measurements and Type 2 Diabetes Prediction in the UK Biobank Study
Presenter: Kevin Nzenkue, MD Candidate, Meharry Medical College
Application of Artificial Intelligence: A Deep Learning Diagnostic Framework to Detect Malignant Melanoma
Presenter: Cya Johnson, MD Candidate, University of South Alabama College of Medicine
The Advancement in Joint Replacement Surgery: A Look at the Latest Techniques and Technologies
Presenter: Esther Mallet, DO Candidate, Sam Houston State University
Genetic Variation in Beta Globin Across Mammalian Species
Presenter: Kellsey Carter, Post-baccalaureate Student, College of William and Mary
Probing for Genetic Markers on Cytologically Prepared Slides Using Malignant Cells Using RNA-ISH
Presenter: Nahid Howard, DO Candidate, Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
2024 WCJRF
Oral
Presentations
Evaluating the Impact of Expanded Low Risk Behavior Guidelines with PrEP Use on Recruitment of Participants into HVTN Phase 1 Studies
Presenter: Anis El Marzouki, MD/MBA Candidate, University of North Carolina School of Medicine
The Incidence of Pancreatic Fistula Rates after Distal Pancreatectomy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Transection Techniques
Presenter: Brian Wadugu, PhD, MD Candidate, Carle Illinois College of Medicine
Identifying a Downstream Target of TBX1, a Gene Encoded in the 22q11.2 Locus, for Oligodendrogenesis and Cognitive Function
Presenter: Anne Wells, MD/PhD Candidate, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
State of A airs of Family Planning Services in D.C.
Presenter: Kiara Lowery, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
Healing Voices: A Study of Black Women’s Cancer Advocacy
Presenter: Yasmine Gri ths, MD Candidate, Howard University College of Medicine
2024 Global Health Fellows Research Poster Presentations
A Systematic Review of Barriers to Pelvic Floor Therapy Accessibility and Utilization of Services among Latina and Hispanic Women in the United States
Presenter(s): Lauren Bagneris and Alejandra Sataray-Rodriguez
Exploring Community-Based Interventions to Improve Maternal Mental Health in Low to Middle Income Countries
Presenter(s): Abigael Mbaluka, Benita Ashu, and Mesgana Dagnachew
Exploring the Impact of Midwives on Maternal Health Outcomes in Black American and Immigrant Black Women from Lower-Middle Income Countries
Presenter(s): Jazmine Richardson, Oluwatomi Lawal, Rachael Oyebade, and Elizabeth Parker
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2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
How La Cuarentena Shapes Postpartum Recovery: Contrasting Latinx Traditions with U.S. Practices
Presenter(s): Alexis Thompson, Sena Tamaklo, Camari Mike, and Desiree' Eaglin
Influence of Social Media on Nutrition in Sub-Saharan Africa
Presenter(s): Brooke Birks
Insight into Health Initiatives and Disparities in the Latinx/Hispanic Population: A Proposed Medical Spanish Program
Presenter(s): Simone Moore
Maternal Healthcare System and Outcomes between United States and Nigeria
Presenter(s): Natalie Toro, Abiola Adekunle, Ahmad Avery, and Brelynn Hunt
Maternal Mortality in Latin America and its Relation to Prenatal Care
Presenter(s): Claudio Salinas and Paige Wilson
Mental Health of Justice-Involved Youth in sub-Saharan Africa
Presenter(s): Amber Okoye, Rachael Johnson, Donovan Dennis, and Dontranika Horton
The impact of homelessness during pregnancy on maternal and child health outcomes in the United States
Presenter(s): Shishona Jones, Rebecca Mirville, and Prashun Chanda
2024 National Health Policy and Legislative A airs Poster Presentations
2024 National Health Policy and Legislative A airs Poster Presentations
Topic: Maternal Mortality & Women’s Health
Presenter(s): Alexis Kendall, MD Candidate, Florida State University College of Medicine
Topic: Pediatrics & Healthcare Access for Children
Presenter(s): Kelly Barry, MD Candidate, University of Michigan Medical School
Topic: Firearm Safety/Prevention and its e ect on Children’s Mental Health
Presenter(s): Donovan Dennis, MD Candidate, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Topic: Maternal Mortality & Extended/Paid Paternal/Maternal Leave
Presenter(s): Quynh Tran, MD Candidate, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
21 2024 WILBERT C. JORDAN RESEARCH FORUM ABSTRACTS
Lurie Children’s is ranked the #1 Children’s Hospital in Illinois.
FOURTH YEAR & BEYOND TRACK
THURSDAY - MARCH 28, 2024
Final Destination: Selecting a Fellowship
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 273
Navigate the maze of fellowship options with expert guidance. Join us for an informative session on selecting the ideal fellowship, exploring opportunities, and making informed career decisions.
You’re Matched! Now What?
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 277
You did it! You matched and have roughly 4 months until residency starts! Get practical tips and guidance on navigating the next steps after matching. From preparing for residency orientation to maximizing your transition, this session sets you on the path to a successful start in your medical career.
Private or Hospital? Understanding Physician Employment Options
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 262
Explore the pros and cons of private practice versus hospital employment, gaining clarity to make informed decisions about your career trajectory. Whether you're a medical student, or soon-to-be resident this session o ers valuable insights to guide your career journey.
FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
Maximizing Your Intern Year
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 261
Navigate the challenges and opportunities of intern year with expertise. Learn essential strategies to make the most of this critical phase in your medical journey for personal and professional growth.
Money Talk: Making it to Your First Paycheck
9:30 – 10:20 AM
MCC – Room 261
Budgeting 101 for new residents to improve financial literacy toward creating generational wealth. This session will explore everyone's number one financial stressor with individualized ways of mitigating it.
Amplifying Voices: The Black Female OB/GYN Experience - an interactive workshop
10:30 – 11:20 AM
MCC- Room 271
Meet Your Neighbor: 4th Year Meet & Greet
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
MCC – Room 261
Connect with your fellow fourth-year students or meet future resident colleagues who will be training in your area during this casual meet-and-greet session. Share experiences, network, make new friends or conference buddies as you prepare for the next phase of your journey.
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Contracts, Benefits, & 401Ks: How to Pick a Job
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 261
Navigate the complexities of job selection with our session on contracts, benefits, and 401(k)s. Gain insights into evaluating o ers, understanding benefits packages, and making informed decisions to secure the right job for your future.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
The Ultimate Residency Preparation Plan
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 264
Get ready for residency with confidence! Learn crucial steps, tips, and strategies to make a smooth and successful transition into your medical residency. Your journey begins here!
To Rent or Buy: Which Choice is Best for Me?
11:00 – 11:50 AM
MCC – Room 264
This session o ers insights tailored to the unique circumstances of trainees and healthcare professionals, helping you navigate the decision between renting and buying to make the best choice for your career and lifestyle.
Can You Really Do It All?
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 278
This session will focus on helping attendees understand the professional options available to them while advancing their personal lives. This session will help attendees figure out how they can accomplish the things that matter the most to them.
Follow Your Heart: Choosing a Career in Cardiology
1:00 – 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 264
Students and residents interested in a cardiology fellowship are encouraged to attend this session. Topics will include areas like ‘best things to do in your interviews’, ‘how to be a top competitor among your peers and more.
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PREMEDICAL TRACK
THURSDAY - MARCH 28, 2024
MD vs DO: A Student Perspective
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 274
A MAPS panel and Q&A session that will focus on the MD Education, DO Education, Residency Comparison, Admission Requirements, Osteopathic Manipulation, MCAT Comparison Scores, as well as, and misconceptions regarding both medical degrees from a current medical student perspective.
So, You Want to Be a Doctor?
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 275
So, You Want to Be a doctor? Come and hear from amazing physician leaders and learn about what an average day looks like, why they chose their specialty, and the route they took to get there!
A Dream Deferred, not a Dream
Denied: When the Answer is Yes
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 261
This speaker session provides crucial insights and actionable steps for applicants looking to strengthen their medical school application after facing previous challenges. Gain valuable feedback, and e ective techniques to enhance your application to increase your chances of securing a medical school acceptance.
Everything I Wish I Knew as a Premedical Student
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 264
This session discusses the top things current medical students and physicians wish they knew when they were sitting in the shoes of current premedical students. Additionally, the session discusses the "hidden rules" of how to navigate the system towards success medicine. This session aims to be inspirational and remind students that they can and will make it!
Selling Your Story: Personal Statement
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 278
The Personal Statement Review Workshop will provide essential tools to pre-medical attendees on how to craft an impactful personal statement. Embrace creative writing and e ective storytelling to authentically share YOUR unique story! Unlock the key to commanding admissions committees' interest!
Research Exploration at the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
4:00– 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 263
The National Institutes of Health houses several research programs for students to work alongside leading scientists to build and sustain the biomedical, behavioral, clinical, and social science research pipeline of tomorrow. Whether you are in high school or a recent college graduate, there is a program and project for you!
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FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
Navigating the Medical School Application
8:30 – 9:20 PM
MCC – Room 273
Wondering how to utilize the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS), American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS), or the Texas Medical & Dental Schools (TMDAS) Application Service? Attend the session to get an overview of each application service and ask questions about the application process.
Mock Interviews Workshop
9:30 – 10:20 PM
MCC – Room 278
Participate in this interactive interview workshop designed to refine your interview techniques. Practice common questions, receive personalized feedback, and boost your confidence for upcoming interviews. Pre-register to reserve your spot and maximize your preparation! Additional details to sign-up will be sent to all premedical conference attendees.
International Medical School on the Western Hemisphere
10:30 - 11:20 AM
MCC – Room 27 3
Are you curious about studying abroad as a medical student? Are you interested in gaining exposure to diverse cultural experiences? Then, attending a foreign medical school may be right for you. Attend this workshop to learn more from current international medical students who attend Canadian, Caribbean, and South American medical school.
Study Like a Doctor: High E ciency, High Yield Study Strategies for the MCAT I
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 273
How well students perform on the MCAT depends on whether they can analyze passage data and apply scientific reasoning skills to answer questions. Join us to learn how to hone your unique learning style and test-taking strategies to master the concepts required for MCAT success.
Balancing Roles: Managing a Family, Relationships, & Responsibilities
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 273
Balancing Roles is a panel session where pre-medical attendees can hear from aspiring physicians and current medical students who share similar responsibilities and learn how to balance their partner, family, and other responsibilities. Gain understanding on how to make informed decisions on where to attend medical school based on familial and caregiving roles.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
Just DO it: Osteopathic Medicine
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 276
Are you interested in attending an Osteopathic Medical School? Do you want to learn more about the similarities and di erences in osteopathic medical education? Look no further. Attend this panel, led by students, to discover more about the osteopathic medical student's journey to becoming a physician. This interactive session will introduce osteopathic principles, osteopathic manipulative techniques, and information about the application process.
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Applying to US Medical School: Success Stories of International Applicants
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 278
From Abroad to U.S. School Admission: Success Stories of International Applications is a medical student panel session catered to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), immigrant, foreign exchange students, and other international students o ering invaluable insights and guidance on successfully applying to medical schools, ensuring their diverse experiences and qualifications shine through the admissions process.
True Life: I’m a Medical Student 11:00 – 11:50 A MCC – Room 270
This question-and-answer panel session is an opportunity for pre-medical attendees to ask current medical students all about medical school and life as a medical student. Panelists range from first to fourth-year medical students who attend allopathic and osteopathic medical schools.
Study Like a Doctor: High E ciency, High Yield Study Strategies for the MCAT II
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 270
How well students perform on the MCAT depends on whether they can analyze passage data and apply scientific reasoning skills to answer questions. Join us to learn how to hone your unique learning style and test-taking strategies to master the concepts required for MCAT success.
A Career Through Service: Military & Medicine
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 271
What is military medicine? Whether entering through the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) or the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), students gain rewarding opportunities throughout their careers in service to their patients and the United States. Come learn about the unique experience of receiving your medical education through the military and the various career pathways to enter.
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The Graduate Medical Education program at Allegheny Health Network (AHN) o ers fellowships and residencies to prepare you for your future in the medical field.
We Shape the Future of Medicine
AHN fellows and residents experience hands-on learning from leaders in their field, as well as the latest technologies and techniques.
Our hospitals and outpatient surgery centers provide the latest technologies for delivering high quality care and surgical excellence.
Residents and fellows get a feel for working within a robust health system where they can look forward to playing an integral role.
HEALTH & ADVOCACY TRACK
Thursday - MARCH 28, 2024
Going Beyond Pronouns: Best Practices in Gender A rming Care
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 274
This session will provide a brief history of America’s healthcare system’s impact on the LGBTQ+ community, including a discussion on the current political climate and ways to cultivate an a rming environment for transgender patients. Attendees will learn strategies and history-taking skills to establish trust with the patient and create an all-inclusive environment.
FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
Correctional Medicine: Promoting Health and Interrupting the Prison Pipeline
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 270
This workshop aims to expose medical students to medical careers that serve marginalized communities beyond the clinical setting. We aim to challenge students to address their implicit biases surrounding the incarcerated population and explore ways to contribute to this underserved population beyond clinical medicine.
Resolutions & Policy Writing Workshop
9:30 – 10:20 AM
MCC – Room 270
In partnership with the AMA-MSS committee, this workshop will introduce students to the basics of resolutions and their place in legislation. In addition, students will hear from AMA representatives on best practices to
write a successful resolution and ways to get resolutions passed at national meetings.
Through Our Lens: Advocacy through Story Telling & Narrative Medicine
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 264
As students and residents from various backgrounds, our stories are uniquely ours. We never know how our own journey and experiences can influence others or give hope. This session is dedicated to those curious about alternative forms of publications, including op-eds and novels. Students will learn how to use their voices to advocate for themselves and their patients.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
A Black Woman’s Journey Through Childbirth
11:00 – 11:50 AM
MCC – Room 263
Black women are 3 to 4 times as likely to experience death during or shortly after child delivery. This session aims to address health disparities a ecting Black Women while proposing realistic solutions both in clinical practice and through a call to action via legislation.
Altering the Structure of How We Practice: Health Equity Beyond Clinical Medicine
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 263
This session will address various ways to address health equity and healthcare access for underserved communities outside of standard clinical practice. Medical students, residents, and faculty will hear from physicians who decided to utilize their medical degrees beyond what is expected or advertised.
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Excellence is advancing the future of health care. Graduate Medical Education Rush Medical College RMC_Admissions@rush.edu The mission of Rush is to improve the health of the individuals and diverse communities we serve through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships. Some residency programs include: Internal Medicine | Pediatrics | Emergency Medicine | OBGYN | General Surgery | Family Medicine
RESEARCH TRACK
Sponsored by NEJM Group
THURSDAY-MARCH 28, 2024
A Legacy of Care: Dr. Jordan’s Impact & the Oasis Clinic’s Enduring Influence
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 276
Join us for a special session honoring the legacy of Dr. Wilbert C. Jordan, a trailblazer in medicine and research. Explore his groundbreaking work, particularly the Oasis Clinic's community-focused approach to HIV/AIDS. A representative from Oasis Clinic will share his impact on modern medicine, inspiring students to engage meaningfully with their communities.
Creating Impactful Abstracts
4:00 – 4:50 PM
MCC – Room 269
Uncover the essentials of abstracts, transforming them into powerful poster presentations. Learn the do's and don'ts for impactful abstract and poster delivery in this comprehensive workshop.
FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
Future Researchers in Medicine
9:30– 11:30 AM
MCC – Room 262
The Future Researchers in Medicine (FRIM) will present their TED-like talks during AMEC! All AMEC attendees are welcome to attend and participate in discussions about the student research.
Three-Minute Thesis Pitch Competition
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 262
Witness the excitement as participants distill their complex research into compelling 3-minute pitches. Engage in this high-energy competition showcasing the essence of diverse theses in a flash!
Becoming a Physician Scientist
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 262
Embark on the MD-PhD path with confidence. Explore the application process, research components, and interview strategies for a successful physician-scientist career.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
Research Dos & Don’ts
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 269
Unlock the secrets to successful research endeavors with this comprehensive session. Learn the dos and don'ts to ensure a successful and ethical research journey.
Research Post-Baccalaureate
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 269
The panel will consist of current and former post-bacc researchers who will engage with students to answer any questions that they may have about the application process and raise awareness about the di erent types of research opportunities o ered at various institutions.
Research Spotlight: Oral Presentations
1:00 – 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 270
Join us for a dynamic session featuring succinct oral presentations. Four SNMA members will delve into their research in 10-minute rounds, followed by engaging Q&A.
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B I RM I N G H A M, A LABAM A A PLAC E F O R E VE RY O N E
AT TH E PA R K
SKILLS TRACK
FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
Vital Skills 101
9:30 – 10:20 AM
MCC – Room 272
Through this interactive experience, participants will gain essential skills to be successful where it most counts! This session provides valuable practical hands-on experience and opportunities to foster connections with peers in a collaborative learning environment.
Elevating your Orthopedic Skills
10:30 AM– 12:00 PM
MCC – Room 272
Step into the dynamic world of orthopedics with this interactive workshop designed to provide hands-on exposure to the specialty. Through a series of immersive activities, participants will gain practical experience in orthopedic techniques, procedures, and assessments. Led by experienced orthopedic practitioners and professionals, this workshop o ers a unique opportunity to engage directly with the tools and methodologies of the field. You might even get to hit something!
So, You Want to Try OMM? An Interactive Workshop
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
MCC – Room 272
The workshop is an interactive osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) aka osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) skills lab. Current third and fourth-year osteopathic medical school students will be educated on the indications for OMT and teach hands-on treatments under the supervision of an attending physician. The workshop is for interested pre-med students, medical students, residents, and physicians.
Prepare for the Unknown: Emergency Essentials
3:00 – 3:50 PM
MCC – Room 263
Attention all passengers: we have a medical
emergency. “Is there a doctor on board?" In this critical session, we prepare you to respond e ectively to unforeseen emergencies, whether on a plane or in a natural disaster. Explore proactive measures and expert protocols to ensure readiness and safeguard against uncertainty.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
Emergency Medicine Skills
10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
MCC – Room 272
Explore essential skills in a dynamic emergency medicine session. Learn through interactive simulations and expert guidance, gaining confidence in handling various emergencies e ectively.
Technology in Medicine
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 279
Dive into the world of surgical specialties with our immersive workshop. From Ophthalmology simulation (OpthoSim) to Laparoscopy training, participants will gain practical experience and insights across diverse surgical fields.
How to Break Bad News
1:00 – 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 277
Gain confidence in navigating challenging conversations and fostering understanding and healing with this insightful session on the delicate art of delivering di cult news. Learn e ective communication strategies, empathetic techniques, and supportive approaches to convey sensitive information with compassion and professionalism.
Basic Suturing Workshop
2:00 – 4:00 PM
MCC – La Nouvelle A
Ready to gain the essential skills for closing wounds confidently? This hands-on workshop is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in the art of wound closure. Perfect for beginners with no prior suturing experience or those who want to reinforce their suturing skills.
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WELLNESS TRACK
THURSDAY-MARCH 28, 2024
The Wellness Room
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
MCC – Room 346
Whether you seek solace in prayer, wish to delve into deep meditation, reflect on life's journey, or simply desire a moment of tranquility, this space is yours to embrace.
Leveraging Art for Health Communication and Wellness: A Sketching Workshop
1:00 – 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 277
In times of emergency and adversity, art can support us as we emotionally navigate the route of overcoming an illness or injury. The process of creating and appreciating the arts may inspire healing and holistic wellbeing. Join us for a sketching workshop to learn how to use art for wellness and communication in medicine!
Gems of Encouragement & Digging for Diamonds: AMEC Service Challenge Board
1:00 – 6:00 PM
MCC- Hall G, #653
This service-based initiative aims to inspire and empower AMEC attendees to reach new depths of service and personal growth while fostering a sense of community and camaraderie.
The Essential Integration of LGBTQIA+ Health into Medical Education
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 277
This session seeks to address the need
for the incorporation of LGBTQIA+ health into medical education and the urgency to equip future physicians with the knowledge needed to treat patients from diverse backgrounds.
FRIDAY - MARCH 29, 2024
The Wellness Room
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
MCC – Room 346
Whether you seek solace in prayer, wish to delve into deep meditation, reflect on life's journey, or simply desire a moment of tranquility, this space is yours to embrace.
Vitals of Self Care
8:30 – 9:20 AM
MCC – Room 264
This wellness-focused fire-side chat aims to help students identify the importance of self-care in their lives. This session will discuss the foundations of self-care, its importance, and how even in the business of life, self-care can be implemented.
Gems of Encouragement & Digging for Diamonds: AMEC Service Challenge Board
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
MCC- Hall G, #653
This service-based initiative aims to inspire and empower AMEC attendees to reach new depths of service and personal growth while fostering a sense of community and camaraderie.
Financing Fourth Year
10:30 – 11:20 AM
MCC – Room 274
This session you will hear from a panel of graduating 4th years, residency leadership, and financial planners on tips
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and tricks to ensure that you can a ord away rotations, application fees, and debt while prioritizing wellness.
Daily Wellness Habits for a Career in Medicine
2:00 – 2:50 PM
MCC – Room 264
Learn how to prioritize your well-being as a future doctor. Explore vital daily wellness habits to cultivate resilience, balance, and sustainable health throughout your medical career.
SATURDAY - MARCH 30, 2024
The Wellness Room
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
MCC – Room 346
Whether you seek solace in prayer, wish to delve into deep meditation, reflect on life's journey, or simply desire a moment of tranquility, this space is yours to embrace.
Gems of Encouragement & Digging for Diamonds: AMEC Service Challenge Board
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
MCC – Hall G, #653
This service-based initiative aims to inspire and empower AMEC attendees to reach new depths of service and personal growth while fostering a sense of community and camaraderie.
Establishing Welcoming Environments for LGBTQIA+ Patients
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 276
This session seeks to equip all current and aspiring physicians with tools
needed to create a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients within healthcare while acknowledging the barriers patients face when seeking medical care.
Got Debt? No Sweat - National Health Service Corps Scholarships and Loan Repayment
10:00 – 10:50 AM
MCC – Room 262
This session will detail scholarship and loan repayment opportunities available for aspiring health professionals through the Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration. Our programs o er unique opportunities to limit, reduce, or even pay o educational debt in exchange for practicing primary care in an underserved community.
Creating an Inclusive Environment for the URiM Learner
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 273
Underrepresented minorities in medicine tend to encounter more challenges during their educational journey. Join us to learn the importance of creating an inclusive environment for URiM learners to help them not only survive but also thrive within the educational system.
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Making Room for it All: Career & Family Planning
12:00 – 12:50 PM
MCC – Room 276
A panel and a Q&A session that consists of medical school students, residents, and junior attendings that can discuss their experience with getting married and family planning during medical school, residency, and post training. The goal is to address questions regarding balancing big life milestones in medical school and residency, and how to e ectively communicate personal needs with your respective programs.
The Entrepreneurial Doctor
1:00 – 1:50 PM
MCC – Room 275
Launching your entrepreneurial journey is an empowering session focused on inspiring attendees with the necessary tools and knowledge to kickstart their own business. Many students explore side-hustles to supplement their finances in today's economic climates explore side-hustles to supplement their finances.
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Graduate Medical Education (GME) We strive to prepare future physicians of diverse backgrounds to serve the populace with expertise, integrity, and compassion, grounded in evidenced-based knowledge, skill, practice, and professionalism. College of Medicine Urban Health Program Our mission is to recruit, retain, and graduate ith the goals of eliminating health disparities and advancing Email: Contact GME www.uicgme.uihealth.care Phone: 312.996.2933
Premedical Recruitment Fair Exhibitors
*Sponsors
EXHIBITOR NAME BOOTH # A.T. Still University 167 Albany Medical College 168 American University of Antigua College of Medicine 154 Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine 124 Brody School of Medicine at ECU 173 *Burnett School of Medicine at TCU 151 California University of Science and Medicine 159 Cooper Medical School of Rowan University 150 CU Anschutz Medical Campus 134 Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine 103 Des Moines University 112 Drexel University College of Medicine 128 Eastern Virginia Medical School 169 Emory University School of Medicine 179 GUS Medical and Veterinary School at Saba University 174 Harvard Medical School 146 I Am Abel Foundation 158 Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine 157 Indiana University School of Medicine 195; 197 The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 142 Kansas City University 172 Logan University 113 Loyola Stritch School of Medicine 109 Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine 166 Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine 141 *McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University 100 *Meharry Medical College 107 *Michigan Medicine - O ce for Health Equity and Inclusion 114 Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine 125 Montefiore Einstein 133 2024 ANNUAL MEDICAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE 55
Morehouse School of Medicine 136 Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine 118 PA Education Association (PAEA) 101 Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences 130 Perelman School of Medicine at University of Pennsylvania 108 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 180 Renaissance SOM at Stony Brook University 144 Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 181 Rush Medical College 185 Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 177 Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Je erson University 138 SIU School of Medicine 116 Texas A&M School of Medicine 155 The Black Roots 175 The Ohio State University, College of Medicine 137 *The University of Queensland-Ochsner MD Program 102 Trinity School of Medicine 183 Tulane University School of Medicine 132 UMass Chan Medical School 139 University of Chicago Pritzker SOM 171 University of Cincinnati College of Medicine 110 University of Florida College of Medicine 126 University of Illinois College of Medicine 129 University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine 153 University of Kentucky College of Medicine 127 University of Miami Miller School of Medicine 193 University of Minnesota Medical School 106 University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine 187 University of Nebraska Medical Center 143 University of North Carolina School of Medicine 190 University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 115 University of Rochester 135 University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville 196 56 60 YEARS OF DIVERSIFYING MEDICINE
University of Tennessee Health Science Center - College of Medicine 178 University of Virginia School of Medicine O ce of DEI 170 Upstate Medical University 176 *US Army Medical Recruiting Brigade 147 Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 111 VCOM-Louisiana, Auburn, Carolinas, Virginia 182 Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine 119 Washington University in Saint Louis MSTP 152 Weill Cornell Medicine 120 Western University of Health Sciences 117 William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine 121 Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine 131 Yale School of Medicine 156 Educate. Innovate. Lead. Serve. CMSRU Congratulates the SNMA on 60 years of Outstanding AMEC Conferences. Thank you for all that you do. 401 S. Broadway, Camden, NJ 08103 • 856-361-2800 • www.rowan.edu/coopermed 2024 ANNUAL MEDICAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE 57
EXHIBITOR NAME BOOTH # American Academy of Family Physicians 307 Advocate Health/Advocate Children's Hospital 610; 612 Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality 217 Alameda Health System 233 Allegheny Health Network 239 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society 617 American Academy of Dermatology 500; 502 American Academy of Pediatrics 312 American Board of Radiology 503 American College of Radiology 635 American Medical Association 450 American Society of Clinical Oncology 231 Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center 220 Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist 452 *Boston Medical Center 528 Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program 202 Cambridge Health Alliance 545 Carolyn Down Family Medical (Swedish Residency) 530 *Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)/UPENN 407; 409 Children's National Pediatric Residency Program 303 CIR SEIU 242 Cleveland Clinic 444 Colorado Family Medicine Residencies 332 Columbia Orthopedics 551 Cook County Health 249 CU Anschutz Medical Campus 601, 603 Dartmouth Health 306 Drexel University College of Medicine 648 Duke Departments of Surgery/Orthopedic Surgery/ 625 Neurosurgery/Head & Neck Surgery Professional Exhibitors *Sponsors 58 60 YEARS OF DIVERSIFYING MEDICINE
Duke University School of Medicine 634 East Carolina University 201 Eastern Virginia Medical School GME 341 Emergency Medicine Partners: AAEM/RSA, 544; 546; 548 ACEP, CORD, EMRA, SAEM Emory University School of Medicine 449 George Washington Univ School of Medicine & Health 301 GUS Medical and Veterinary School at Saba University 501 Hamilton Health Center 302 Harvard Medical School 241 Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health 343 HCA-Graduate Medical Education 203 *Headshot Lounge Sponsored by The Advil Pain Equity Project 429 Henry Ford Health System 537 HIV Vaccine Trials Network/Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center 611 Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Department of Emergency Medicine 451 Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 229 IUSM Graduate Medical Education 533; 535 The Johns Hopkins University O ce of Graduate Medical Education 643 JPS Health Network 651 *Kaiser Permanente NorCal 400; 402 Keck School of Medicine of USC 206 LCMC Health - Childrens Hospital New Orleans 354 Lehigh Valley Health Network 645; 647, 649 Loma Linda University 529; 531 L'Oréal 214 Loyola Stritch School of Medicine 609 LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine 350; 352 Maine Medical Center 200 Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology 542 Mayo Clinic 232; 234 *McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University 401; 403 Medical College of Wisconsin A liated Hospitals, Inc. 442 2024 ANNUAL MEDICAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE 59
Medical University of South Carolina GME 613 Medical University of South Carolina Psychiatry Residency Program 615 Med-Peds Program Directors Association 212 Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program 211; 213 *Michigan Medicine - O ce for Health Equity and Inclusion 406; 408 Montefiore Einstein 623 Morehouse School of Medicine 626; 628 National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism 608 National Medical Association 313 Novant Health Family Medicine Residency Program 632 NYU Grossman School of Medicine 532 Orlando Health 347 Phoenix Children's Pediatric Residency Program Alliance 510 Prisma Health 218 Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 348 Rush University Medical Center 509; 511 Rutgers/Robert Wood Johnson 227 Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 440 Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Je erson University 539 Sinai Chicago 351 Sinai Hospital of Baltimore 619 SIU School of Medicine 216 Society of Family Planning 334 Southern Illinois University School of Medicine 345 St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 210 Stanford ODME 333; 335 Student National Medical Association 317 Summa Health 550 SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University 349 *Sutter Health 413 Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine 652; 654 The MV3 Foundation 541 The Ohio State University, OB/GYN 607 60 60 YEARS OF DIVERSIFYING MEDICINE
The Ohio State University, Internal Medicine 553 The Ohio State University, Graduate Medical Education 237 The Physicians Committee 616 The University of Alabama at Birmingham 224 The University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine 445 The University of Texas at Austin GME 338 The University of Toledo GME 646 TriHealth 336 Tulane University School of Medicine 633 UAMS/Arkansas Children's Pediatrics Residency Program 221 UC Davis School of Medicine 208 UCF, College of Medicine 600 UCLA Health Graduate Medical Education - Equity, Diversity & Inclusion 446 UMass Chan Medical School 339 University Hospitals of Cleveland 437; 439 University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency 309 University of California San Francisco School of Medicine 624 University of Chicago Medicine Graduate Medical Education 432 University of Cincinnati Health 641 University of Cincinnati Health and Cincinnati Children's 637; 639 Hospital Medical Center University of Connecticut School of Medicine 353; 355 University of Florida Health Cancer Center 225 University of Illinois College of Medicine 552; 554 University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine 507 University of Miami Miller School of Medicine 244 University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine 547; 549 University of Nebraska Medical Center 543 University of North Carolina School of Medicine 248 University of Rochester 235 University of Tennessee Health Science Center 602 University of Virginia Health System 644 University of Washington School of Medicine 308; 310 2024 ANNUAL MEDICAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE 61
University of Wisconsin Department of Family Medicine 606 and Community Health
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center 506; 508
*US Army Medical Recruiting Brigade 412
UT Health San Antonio 650
UVA Medical Center 331
Vanderbilt Emergency Medicine 207; 209
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 311
Virginia Commonwealth University Massey 430 Comprehensive Cancer Center
Waco Family Medicine 328; 330 Washington Permanente Medical Group 236; 238
Weill Cornell Medicine 621
Yale New Haven Health System 340
Yale School of Medicine 618; 620
Pediatrics Residency
Program
• 25 Residents per year
• 2 years training for 2 Pediatric Neurology and 1 Medical Genetics & Genomics resident per year
Physician Scientist Training Development Program
• 1 resident per year
• Integrated Research Pathway
• 11 months protected research time
Pediatric Diversity Inclusion Council
• Fosters a learning community that reflects the diversity of the patients we serve.
• Recruit and support URiM faculty and trainees.
• Longitudinal curriculum
• Partnering with local community to address health disparities
• Resident Academic Mentored Projects
• Longitudinal research mentorship
• Ranging from Quality Improvement to Basic Science research
Categorial Pediatrics
PSTDP
PDIC
Community
Pediatrics
Scholarly
Activity
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Advancing Education Today to As a community-based medical school, The University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM), is one of the most diverse in the country. UIWSOM is committed to social justice and community service. Promote Healthier Lives Tomorrow RESIDENCY PLACEMENT RATE 99% TEXAS RESIDENTS 70% OUT-OF-STATE RESIDENTS 30% DOdoc@uiwtx.edu uiw.edu/som UNDERREPRESENTED IN MEDICINE 30%
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President
President-Elect
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Premedical Board Member
Treasurer
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Speaker of the House
Parliamentarian
Immediate-Past Chair
Immediate-Past President
Executive Director
Region I Director
Region II Director
Region III Director
Region IV Director
Region V Director
Region VI Director
Region VII Director
Region VIII Director/ Executive Committee
Region IX Director
Region X Director
Academic A airs Co-Chair
Academic A airs Co-Chair
Community Service Co-Chair
Community Service Co-Chair
Convention Planning Co-Chair
Convention Planning Co-Chair
Diversity Research Co-Chair
NAME
Antonio Igbokidi
Veronica Mize
Ja'Nia McPhatter
Adefolarin Alade
Logan Dean
Stella Udoetuk
Kritica Joshi
Brianna Blake
Daniel Nyancho
Denisha Thomas
Dr. Nita Gombakomba
Bridgette Hudson, MBA
Emmanuel Agu
Marissa Pharel
Chukwudumebi "Dumebi" Atuegbu
Kendra Moore
Nikkisha Mills
Hajara Ouattara
Stacy Bawuah
Oluwaseyi Olulana
Brianna Mosley
Jerome Arceneaux
Joanne T. Pierre-Louis
Temitope Adeleke
China ("Shee-nuh") Pierrelus
Miracle Rogers
Deborah Otuno
Jeavanie Desarmes
Alexis Mbakwe
SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION
Burnett School of Medicine at TCU
Mercer University School of Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
UTHealth Science Center at San Antonio
LSUHSC-Shreveport School of Medicine
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
Student National Medical Association
University of California, San Francisco
Rush Medical College
Texas Tech HSC El Paso- Paul Foster School of Medicine
Mercer University School of Medicine
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University
Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine - Harlem
Meharry Medical College
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Lincoln Memorial University- DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Meharry Medical College
Emory University
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
64 60 YEARS OF DIVERSIFYING MEDICINE
POSITION
Diversity Research Co-Chair
External A airs Co-Chair
External A airs Co-Chair
Health Policy and Legislative
A airs Co-Chair
Health Policy and Legislative
A airs Co-Chair
Internal A airs Co-Chair
Internal A airs Co-Chair
International A airs Co-Chair
International A airs Co-Chair
Membership Co-Chair
Membership Co-Chair
Osteopathic Co-Chair
Osteopathic Co-Chair
Publications Co-Chair
Publications Co-Chair
Professional Board Member
Professional Board Member to EC
Professional Board Member
Professional Board Member
NAME
Erin Johnson
Sydney Baltimore
Anastacia Azor
Karina Wang
Torhiana Haydel
Chi Aguwa
Oluwaseyi Olulana
Nikisha Campbell
Dominique Cameron
Oluwafisayo Jejelowo
Oluwatosin Ibrahim
Jessica Prashad
Deborah Dele-Oni
Mikayla Shields
Oluleke Falade
Love Anani, MD
Donald Carson, MD
Lisa Green, MD
Cornelius Jamison, MD
SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION
Tulane University School of Medicine
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
St Georges University School of Medicine
Nova Southeastern University KPCOM
Edward via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM-Louisiana)
Meharry Medical College
Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
St. George's University SOM
Nova Southeastern University KPCOM
University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine
Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
SCP Health Medical Director
Louisiana Sports and Wellness
Prisma Health
University of Michigan
STRATEGIC PLANNING COUNCIL
Chief Planning Council Member
Associate Planning Council Member
Associate Planning Council Member
Corporate Planning Council Member
Associate Planning Council Member
Nathan Lott, DO
Terri Malcolm, MD
Toddchelle Young
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Baylor Scott and White Hillcrest
Baylor Scott and White Hillcrest
Dartmouth Health
MD Candidate, St. George’s University School of Medicine
CMC Biddle Point
Emily Cooper, MD
Anthony Kulukulualani, MD
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EMERITI MEMBERS
NAME POSITION
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
Chairperson Emeritus
National President Emeritus
National President Emeritus
National President Emeritus
National President Emeritus
National President Emeritus
National President Emeritus
National Vice President Emeritus
National Treasurer Emeritus
National Treasurer Emeritus
National Treasurer Emeritus
Professional Board Member Emeritus
Professional Board Member Emeritus
Professional Board Member Emeritus
Je rey E. Sterling, MD, MPH, FACEP
Sharon D. Allison-Ottey, MD
Colin C. Ottey, MD
Imo P. Aisku, MD
Patrick C. Hines, MD
Francine E. Garrett-Bakelman, MD, PhD
Spencer G. Nabors, MD, MPH, MA
Nia Banks, MD
Renee Volny-Darko, DO, MBA
Donald Parker, MD
Tyeese Gaines, DO
Adewale Troutman, MD †
J. Nadine Gracia, MD
Bradley C. Carthon, MD
Kameron L. Matthews MD, JD
Travelle Franklin-Ford Ellis, MD, PhD
Brandi Freeman, MD, MS
Priscilla Mpasi, MD
Larnie J. Booker, MD
Steven Spencer, MD
Nana Yaw A. Adu-Sarkodie, MD, MPH
Barry Lewis Harris II, MD
William E. Hines, MD, MS
Dale Sanders, DO, MBA
66 60 YEARS OF DIVERSIFYING MEDICINE
life SNMA Members
as of February 12, 2024
* = New this year ^ = Honorary Life Member + = Deceased
Adwoa Adu, MD, Greenville, SC
Nana Yaw A. Adu-Sarkodie, MD, New York, NY
Omonivie Agboghidi, MD, Beavercreek, OH
Imo P. Aisiku, MD
Kitan Akinosho, MD, Sanford, NC
Olukoyode Akinsola, MD, Philadelphia, PA
Chizoba O. Akunwanne, MD
Dr. Sheryl Allen, Indianapolis, IN
Sharon Allison-Ottey, MD, Lanham, MD
Love Anani, MD, Nashville, TN
Angela Tierra Anderson, Philadelphia, NY
Cecile Moliva Anendaga, MD, Los Angeles, CA
Priscilla Auguste, Palm Bay, FL
Katherine Ayoade, MD, Paxton, IL
Uchechi Azubuine, MD
Ugochi Azuike, Sugarland, TX
Nia D. Banks, MD, PhD, Baltimore, MD
Johnothan Barlow, MD, Rochester, MN
George W. Barnett, Jr., MD, Columbus, OH
LaTosha M. Batiste, Beaumont, TX
Dr. Jabbar R. Bennett, Providence, RI
Lynn Nkechinyere Benson, Rochester, NY
Alana Biggers, MD, Chicago, IL
Larnie Booker, MD, Somerset, NJ
Jeremy Boyd, MD*
Letitia L. Bradford, MD, Sacramento, CA
Steven Bradley, MD*
Cedric M. Bright, MD, Durham, NC
Nakia Brooks, MD, Montserrat, West Indies
Lawrence Brown, MD, Brooklyn, NY
Ninita H. Brown, MD, Durham, NC
Tracy Burns, MD, Sacramento, CA
Donald Carson, DO, Baton Rouge, LA*
William Carson, MD, Princeton, NJ
Bradley Carthon, MD, PhD, Boston, MA
Christina Hunter Chapman, MD, Belleville, MI
Josya-Gony Charles, MD, Miami, FL
Kene A. Chukwuanu, MD, St. Louis, MO
Marius Chukwurah, MD, Philadelphia, PA*
Zoanne Clack, MD, Los Angeles, CA
Camille A. Clare, MD, Bronxville, NY
Sandro Cloiseau, Farmington, CT
Garfield Clunie, MD, New York, NY
C. Montegue Cobb, MD, Washington, DC ^+
Dr. Robert Connamacher, Pittsburgh, PA ^+
Katya Corado, MD, Long Beach, CA*
Renee J. Crawford, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Dr. Candice Crichlow, Baltimore, MD
Melanie Crutchfield, MD, Columbus, GA
Monique Armelle Dacanay*
Michelle DaCosta, MD, Cincinnati, OH
Nii-Daako Darko, DO, Mableton, GA
Renee Volny Darko, DO, MBA, Duncansville, PA
Jason Denny, MD, Detroit, MI
Trevor C. Dickey, MD, Seattle, WA
Debra Dixon, MD, Garfield Heights, OH
Chi Chi Do-Nguyen, Penndel, PA
Taylor Dubose-Harris, MD, Bloomington, IN
Aliona Dudnik, Scottsdale, AZ
Patrick E. Dunne, Bronx, NY
Oluwatoyin Duyile*
Lindsay, Dyas, MD
Willarda V. Edwards, MD, Baltimore, MD
Lloyd C. Elam, MD, Nashville, TN
Travelle F-F Ellis, PhD, Danbury, CT
Ukachi N. Emeruwa, MD, New York, NY
Elena S. Eybog, St. Petersburg, FL
Aderonke Falayi, MD, Roanoke, VA
Gabriel Felix, MD, Washington, DC
Christopher M. Ferrell, Tallahassee, FL
Errol Fields, MD, PhD, MPH, Baltimore, MD
Arthur Fleming, MD, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Mary E. Fleming, MD, Norristown, PA
Tema Nashvalla Fodje, Alpharetta, GA
Krys E. Foster, MD, Philadelphia, PA
Jessica Fowler, MD, Philadelphia, PA
Brandi Kaye Freeman, MD, Denver, CO
C. Freeman, MD, MBA, Marina del Rey, FL
Gloria Frelix, MD, Elizabeth City, NC
Annette Gadegbeku, MD*
Tyeese Gaines, DO, MA, Jersey City, NY
Francine Garrett-Bakelman, MD, PhD, NY, NY
Owen Garrick, MD, Oakland, CA
Eli Gasinu, DO, Ardsley, NY
Kristo Gayle, Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Joyce Guirand Gholson, MD, Deer Park LI, NY
Andrew A. Gonzalez, MD, Chicago, IL
C. Rory Goodwin, PhD, Baltimore, MD
J. Nadine Gracia, MD, Silver Spring, MD
Lewis Graham, MD, Detroit, MI
Elder Granger, Centennial, CO
Lisa Green, MD, MPH, Baltimore, MD
Conair Guillaume, MD, Bronx, NY
Kanisha Hall, MD, Houston, TX
Regina M. Hampton, MD, Washington, DC
Michael Harrell, MD, Worcester, MA
Tina Harris, MD*
Barry L. Harris II, MD, Biloxi, MS
Emily Haynes, MD, Richmond, VA
Candrice R. Heath, MD, Brooklyn, NY
Elaine Hemadi, MD, Iowa City, IA
Ashley Henderson, MD. Houston, TX
Christian Hendrix, MD, St Louis, MO*
Brandon A. Henry, MD, Riverside, NY
DaShawn Hickman, PhD, Cleveland, OH
Cherie C. Hill, MD, Atlanta, GA
Janell G. Hill, MD, PhD, Fort Washington, MD
Patrick Hines, MD, Baltimore, MD
William E. Hines, MD, ME, St. Louis, MO^
Jeannine E. Hogg, MD, Chicago, IL
Michelle Holman, Randolph, MA
Ti ani Houston, MD, PhD, San Antonio, TX
Dana Iglesias, MD, Chapel Hill, NC*
Ellis A. Ingram, MD, MHA, Columbia, MO
Bradley Scott Jackson, MD, Mason, OH
Cornelius Jamison, MD, Christen Johnson, MD, Dayton, OH
Courtney Johnson, MD, Pawtucket, RI
Janice Johnson, MD, Aventura, FL
Makaela Johnson, Greenville, NC*
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Christopher Jones, MD, Stockton, CA
Dr. Climentene Jones, Chicago, IL
Carmesha Jordan, Las Vegas, NV
Wilbert C. Jordan, MD, MPH, Los Angeles, CA^
Kimberly Joseph, MD, Chicago, IL
Nedra H. Joyner, MD, Chicago, IL
Connie Kim, MD
Marissa L. Kleinow, MPH, Detroit, MI
Jayne Kubat, DVM, Lewisburg, PA*
Vincent La*
Alden Landry, MD, Boston, MA
Latrice G. Landry, MD, Boston, MA
Daniel Laroche, MD, Queens, NY
Cato Laurencin, MD, PhD, Storrs, CT
Patrick T. Lee, MD, PhD, Madison, WI
Charlita Lockett, Atlanta, GA
Lisa Lowery, MD, Grand Rapids, MI
Niva Lubin-Johnson, MD, Chicago, IL
Monica Lypson, MD, Silver Spring, MD*
Ariana Martin, Washington, DC
Maya Matheny, PhD, Baltimore, MD
William E. Matory, MD, Washington, DC +
Kameron Leigh Matthews, MD, JD, Wash., DC
Randall Maxie, MD, Los Angeles, CA
Leon McCrea II, MD, Pittsburgh, PA
Leon McDougle, MD, Ypsilanti, MI
Christine McGi ert, MD, Daly City, CA
Sandra McGruder-Jackson, MD, Philad., PA
Annette Krouse McLane, Washington, DC ^
Yvette M. McQueen, MD, Jacksonville, FL
Kimberly C. Medhane, MD, Dayton, OH
Jennifer Mascarenhas, MD, New York, NY
Elise V. Mike, New York, NY
Matthew Mims, MD, Maringouin, LA
Brooke M. Mobley, DO, MBA, Philadelphia, PA
Matthew Montgomery, MD, Jersey City, NJ
Kimiko Moore, Nashville, TN
Reilin Moore, Indianapolis, IN*
Karen S. Morris, RN, MD, New Haven, CT
Lucy Moussignac, MD, Brooklyn, NY
Abner A. Murray, PhD, Cleveland Hghts., OH
Priscilla M. Mpasi, Clifton Heights, MD
M. Mokiso Murrill, MD, Baton Rouge, LA
Lucy Moussignac, Brooklyn, NJ
Woodrow Myers, MD, Brentwood, TN
Spencer Nabors, MD, MPH, Brooklyn, NY
Sunshine Nakae, PhD, Riverside, CA*
Giani Franklin Nell, MD, Plantation, FL
Marquita Norman, MD, Winston Salem, NC
Osose Oboh, MD, Baltimore, MD
Kara Odom-Walker, MD, Wilmington, DE
Lucy Ogbu-Nwobodo, MD, Alameda, CA*
Evelyn Ojo, MD, Cleveland, OH
Damilola A. Olatunji, MD, Atlanta, GA
Grace Olagunju, Brooklyn, NY
Ayomide Ojebuoboh*
Samsiya Ona, MD, Bronx, NY
Judy-April N. Oparaji, MD, Fayetteville, NC
Javette C. Orgain, MD, MPH, Chicago, IL
Colin Ottey, MD, Lanham, MD
Ebunoluwa Olawole, MD, Philadelphia, PA
Gloria Oyeniyi, MD, Houston, TX
Adetolu Oyewo, MD, Decatur, GA
Crestina Pacheco
Bernard Palmer, MD, Oakland, CA
Jennifer J. Parker, MD, PhD, San Jose, CA
Christian A. Pean, MD, Bronx, NY
Brittany Phillips, MD, Silver Spring, MD
Kelvin Pollard, MD, St. Louis, MO*
Linda A. Randolph, MD, Washington, DC
George Rausch, PhD, Indianapolis, IN
Larine Reichouni
Angelique Redus-McCoy, MD, Solon, OH
Maurice Redden, MD, St. Louis, MO
Bonzo Reddick, MD, Pooler, GA
Jjais Richards, MD, Leesburg, GA
Reiesha D. Robbins, MD, PhD, Win.-Salem, NC
Carmen T. Robinson, MD, Winston Salem, NC
Loren K. Robinson, MD, Philadelphia, PA
Paul J. Rochon, MD, Denver, CO
Gabriela Rodriguez, MD, Lebanon, PA
Bernice Rumala, MD, Jackson Heights, NY
Coleen Sabatini, MD, Richmond, CA
Dale Sanders, DO, Midland, MI
Lawrence Sanders, MD, Atlanta, GA
Mary R. Sanders, MD, Los Angeles, CA
Yolanda Scarlett, MD, Hillsborough, NC
Ciera M. Sears, MD, Beavercreek, OH
Witzard Seide, Germantown, MD
Sabah Servaes, MD, Morgantown, WV
Cheryl Seymour, MD, St. Louis, MO*
Eric J. Seymour, MD, Seattle, WA
Claudette Shephard, MD, Memphis, TN
Leah Sieck, MD MS, Indianapolis, IN
Cherese G. Smith, MD, Greensboro, NC
David N. Smith, MD, New Haven, CT
Jacqueline Smith, MD, North Carolina
Lorraine M. Smith, MD, Los Angeles, CA
Tyler Smith, MD, Columbia, SC
Vernon C. Smith, MD, Washington, DC
Dennis J. Spencer, PhD, New York, NY
Steven Spencer, MD, Philadelphia, PA
Stuart M. Squires, MD, Fayetteville, NC
Alisha R. Stephens, MD, Athens, OH
Je rey E. Sterling, MD, PhD, Ft. Worth, TX
Katherine Stra ord, MD, Powell, OH
Onajia Stubblefield
Marika V. Tate, Silver Spring, MD
Montoya Taylor, MD, East Province, RI
Clarissa A. Thomas, Stockton, CA
Keniesha Thompson, MD*
Adewale Troutman, MD, Louisville, KY+
Christina A. Twyman, MD, Baltimore, MD
Liz Valencia, MD JD, Rochester, MN
Rachel Villanueva, MD, New York, NY
Mark R. Wakefield, Columbia, MO
Erika N. Walker, MD, Lorton, VA
Kara Odom Walker, MD, MPH, Wilmington, DE
Jennifer R. Walton, MD, Dublin, OH
Krystilyn Washington, Warrenton, VA
Kevin Watson, MD, Akron, OH*
Stephen A. Watson, MD, Flossmoor, IL
Leonard Weather, Jr., MD, New Orleans, LA
Derek West, MD, Houston, TX
Tory Westbrook, MD, East Hampton, CT
Marketa L. Wright, MD, Birmingham, AL
Alisha Williams, MD, Philadelphia, PA
Nakia V. Williams, MD, Detroit, MI
Marian Y. Williams-Brown, MD, Austin, TX
Latasha L. Winston, Newport News, VA
Tyree Winters, DO, The Plains, OH
James E. Wood, MD, Baltimore, MD
Marketa LaShaun Wright, MD, Birmingham, AL
Laine Young-Walker, MD, Columbia, MO
Karen G. Zeman, MD, Bethesda, MD *
68 60 YEARS OF DIVERSIFYING MEDICINE
Residency and Fellowship Programs
JPS Health Network | Fort Worth, TX
Preparing tomorrow’s physicians for the future is our mission at JPS Health Network. Residents and fellows participate in every facet of care for a diverse patient population.
JPS is a Level I Trauma Center in a county of more than two million people through specialty clinics, community health centers, and more.
JPS Health Network was founded in 1906 to care for the underserved. Today, the hospital is a 582-bed acute care facility which provides more than 1 million annual patient visits to the hospital and outpatient clinics. JPS gives residents and fellows an outstanding opportunity to care for an ethnically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse population with a commitment to inclusion.
Residency and Fellowship Programs
• Emergency Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Why JPS?
• Geriatric Medicine
• Hospice and Palliative Care
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Emergency Department patient volumes exceed 120,000 annually
• Dedicated didactics with interactive lecture series
• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Podiatry
• A Level I Trauma Center with high-acuity patients from a large region of Texas
• State-of-the-art resuscitation rooms
• Robust research opportunities
• Psychiatry
• Sports Medicine
• Transitional Year
• Competitive salary in a vibrant city with a low cost of living
• One ight away from anywhere with close proximity to international airports
JPShealthnet.org/academic-a airs
“The MSHM
program has armed me with the tools to go from having no healthcare experience, to jumping into
my
healthcare role and being able to thrive.”
Jairus Johnson, MSHM’21, Project Manager, IU Health
Indiana University’s Master of Science in Healthcare Management curriculum includes two semesters of leadership experience in a healthcare setting, 14 nationally recognized certi cations, and a focus on wellness.
Two degree tracks:
• No previous industry experience required
• Executive track, designed for working professionals with at least four years of professional experience
1.5 years to complete, with exible in-person, online, or hybrid options
go.iu.edu/mshm-amec
MS in Healthcare Management
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