Event held by EMSA – Emergency Medicine Student Association on 08/15/2018: We had a fantastic lunch meeting with Dr. Ryan and Dr. Morrissey discussing Emergency Medicine, the career life style, pros and cons to the career, and other tips as first and second years attempt to screen potential specialties.
Event held by SIGN – Student Interest Group in Neurology on 05/24/2018: Dr. Joshua Wong, UF neurology resident, joined SIGN to discuss a day in the life of a neurologist and tips for succeeding in neurology clerkships.
Event held by MSFC – Medical Students for Choice on 05/29/2018: Dr. Byun discussed pregnancy options and current statistics regarding full term delivery, abortion, and contraceptive use. She also answered questions on the topic and introduced an available course for further study/query.
Event held by PathIG – Pathology Interest Group on 05/16/2018: The Pathology Interest Group recently held a microscopy session with Dr. Anthony Yachnis where he walked the group through a series of interest neurological cases, explaining clinical presentations and demonstrating conditions at the microscopic level from biopsy samples. Students…
Event held by SSIG – Surgical Subspecialties Interest Group on 05/10/2018: Students practiced suturing and laparoscopic techniques at SSIG’s skills session.
Event held by LMSA – Latino Medical Student Association on 05/22/2018: On May 22nd, we had an interactive review of medical Spanish with Dr. Bird. We completed a medical history for the renal system as a group, learned key phrases in Spanish, and had undergraduate volunteers present to serve…
Event held by SIMS – Student Initiative in Medical Simulation on 05/25/2018: This was a cardiovascular simulation. We began sign ups for the competition team as well.
Event held by MMSA – Muslim Medical Student Association on 05/10/2018: This was MMSA’s spring GBM which included a quick refresher overview of the goals of the organization, and then a discussion with faculty member Dr. Mustafa Ahmed about the role of faith in practicing medicine. He shared some…
Event held by ONCIG – Oncology Interest Group on 05/22/2018: During this meeting students gathered to hear the perspective and journey of Dr. Jose Trevino, co-founder of the Florida Pancreas Collaborative, and leader in the field of oncological surgery and research. Dr. Trevino lead an exciting and inspiring discussion…
Event held by SNMA – Student National Medical Association on 04/03/2018: Every year SNMA works in conjunction with the Office of Diversity and Health Equity as well as the Office of admissions to put on a week long celebration of diversity. This week includes multiple SNMA events such as…
