UNR's 3rd Annual Pre-Health Conference

PRE-HEALTH STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL PRESENTS

The University of Nevada Reno's 3rd Annual

Pre-Health Conference

Saturday, April 13, 2024

Joe Crowley Student Union 4th Floor

The University of Nevada, Reno 3rd Annual Pre-Health Conference Huge Wolfpack Welcome to Everyone!

On behalf of the University of Nevada, Reno, we welcome you to the University’s 3rd Annual Pre-Health Conference. We have worked countless hours to put together this conference for you! We have school representatives from all around the United States as well as representatives from our Armed Forces who are thrilled to meet and discuss opportunities with you. Because of the structure of Nevada’s health infrastructure, one of the themes for our conference is rural health. By expanding our knowledge surrounding rural health's impact and risk factors, we can start targeting the issue head-on. We hope this conference answers your questions about graduate school and helps guide you in the healthcare field.

Please accept our warmest welcome to the University of Nevada, Reno.

Grace Cardenas-Leal, M.S. Coordinator, Pre-Professional Advising Faculty Advisor, Pre-Health Advisory Council

Josh Deason, M.A. Pre-Professional Academic Advisor Faculty Advisor, Pre-Health Advisory Council

Vincent Andrei Esconde Director, Pre-Health Advisory Council Pre-Professional Lead Peer Advisor

Brooke Roylance Coordinator, Pre-Health Advisory Council, President, Pre-PA and Pre-Pharmacy

Kiely Wonders Trustee, Pre-Health Advisory Council, Vice-President, Pre-SOMA

Organization Leaders

Bryce Brown Chair, Planning Committee

Nevaeh Holland Vice Chair, Planning Committee

Seamus McCarthy Secretary, Planning Committee

Bea Natalia Tan Marketing and Outreach, Planning Committee Pre-Professional Peer Advisor

Jennifer Lala Volunteer Coordinator, Planning Committee Pre-Professional Peer Advisor

Jessica Ochoa Co-President, Pre-Dental

Saba Ali Co-President, Pre-Dental

Savanna Turnipseed Co-President, Pre-Dental

Dylan Friend President, Phi Delta Epsilon

Sarah Kokkinis President, Pre-PT

Susy Meza President, MAPS

Chloe Barazza Vice President, Pre-PA

Committee Members: Hailey Boothe, Elvira Taihly Correa Chavarin, Matthew Flores, Allison Gerow, Julianna Gomez, Jesus (Jesse) Ramirez, Grace Reimer, Alyssa Danica Pangilinan, Asama Phenpimol, Parker Zyla

Pre-Professional Advising

Pre-Dental * Pre-Medicine * Pre-Pharmacy * Pre-Physician Assistant * Pre-Optometry

Pre-Physical Therapy * Pre-Occupational Therapy * Pre-Pharmacy * Pre-Law

Your Success Starts with Pre-Professional Advising

Admissions Panel

College Fair: Programs In Attendance

Medical Schools Physical Therapy Schools

California Northstate University, College of Medicine

Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

Rocky Vista University, College of Osteopathic Medicine

Samuel Merritt University, College of Podiatric Medicine

Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine

University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine

Western University of Health Science, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

Pharmacy Schools

Pacific University, School of Pharmacy

University of California, San Francisco, School of Pharmacy

University of Colorado, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

University of Utah, College of Pharmacy

Washington State University, College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Western University of Health Sciences, College of Pharmacy

Physician Assistant Schools

Creighton University, Physician Assistant Program

Marshall B. Ketchum University School of Physician Assistant Studies

Touro University, School of Physician Assistant Studies

University of Nevada, Reno, School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies Program

University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, Primary Care Physician Assistant Program

Hawai’i Pacific University - Las Vegas, Graduate College of Health Sciences

Midwestern University Glendale Physical Therapy Program

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

Samuel Meritt University, College of Health Sciences

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Department of Physical Therapy

University of Utah, College of Health

Western University of Health Science, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy Schools

Dominican University of California

Hawai’i Pacific University - Las Vegas, Graduate College of Health Science

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

University of the Pacific, School of Health Sciences

Dental Schools

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

University of Nevada, Las Vegas, School of Dental Medicine

University of Utah, School of Dentistry

Western University of Health Science, College of Dental Medicine

Optometry Schools

Pacific University College of Optometry

Western University of Health Science, College of Optometry

Armed Forces

United States Air Force

United States Army

United States Navy

Workshops

Interactive Informational

Suture Clinic

Presented by: UNR SOM, Room 356

Suturing is an essential method of closing open wounds. Learn how to suture from our own medical students attending the UNR School of Medicine.

Ultrasound Clinic

Presented by: UNR PA STUDENTS, Grad Student Lounge

Ultrasounds are becoming more and more important in running a diagnosis and monitoring a patient’s conditions in modern medicine. Observe and learn how to work an ultrasound from UNR PA students.

Narcan Training

Presented by: CASAT, Room 324

As an opiate antagonist, narcan is an essential tool in healthcare. Learn how to save lives with narcan administration.

Dry Needling and Cupping

Presented by: Dr. Kirk Sachtler, DPT, Room 323

Attend this workshop to learn how to perform dry needling safely. This technique is commonly used by physical therapists to treat pain and movement issues by targeting myofascial trigger points. pping is an ancient method of reducing pain and inflammation that is still used today. Learn and observe how cupping is done.

Dental Impression Lab

Presented by: Nevada Pre-Dental Society, Room 320

This lab offers a hands-on experience of taking a dental impression and pouring up a model using dental stone. You will learn how to handle and manipulate the materials involved in the process and gain valuable experience with this critical skill.

Working Through a Patient Case

Presented by: University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Room 324

University of Colorado School of Pharmacy presents how an experienced pharmacist works through a patient case.

Binocular Vision Workshop

Presented by: EPIC Vision, Room 317

Optometrist led workshop demonstrating binocular vision techniques such as stereovision

Core Competencies

Presented by: High Sierra AHEC, Room 423

The AAMC core competencies is at the heart of the admissions for medical schools. Learn how you can use your experiences to enhance your core competencies and demonstrate it on your application.

EPIC: Program at TMCC

Presented by: EPIC, Room 402

Educational Programs Inspiring the Community. This program offers a wide variety of professional development opportunities.

Personal Statement Guidance

Presented by: Dr. Maureen McBride, Ballroom A/B

Personal Statements can make or break one’s application to any health professional school. This workshop will teach you how to build a strong personal statement.

Testing Strategies

Presented by: Princeton Review, Room 403

Strong test taking skills are essential for those on a pre-professional track. Attend this workshop to learn effective testing strategies for admissions exams.