If your interested in the medical field, get involved as soon as you can. Check out the programs below
Coriell Institute for Medical Research Summer Experience The Coriell Summer Experience for Students is an opportunity for high school and college students to not only work alongside world-renowned scientists and researchers, but also gain insights into pursuing a career in science. Coriell is recognized as a pioneer in genomic discovery, an authority in the field of stem cell research, and the world's leading Biobank. The 4-week Summer Experience program offers students an exclusive glimpse into this world of cutting-edge science, as they complete rotations in the Institute's laboratories and receive individualized instruction and direction from a group of expert mentors. The students also learn to operate and work closely with Coriell's state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Each day, the students begin with a lecture presented by a scientific staff member. Afterward, the group moves on to the morning lab, which consists of observing various processes and then participating in mini-projects and data analysis. After lunch, the labs involve more independent work, and permit students to translate the lessons learned in the classroom environment to the bench. Students receive a $1,000 stipend.
Georgetown's Medical Immersion In Georgetown's 1-Week and 3-Week Medical Academy, you'll get a snapshot of a first-year medical school curriculum while learning from Georgetown University School of Medicine faculty and medical students. Throughout the program, you’ll investigate contemporary medical challenges facing society today, discuss the latest advances affecting the applied science of medicine, and interact with experts from the field to learn how to pursue a career in medicine. You’ll register for one of three distinct tracks: Anatomy & Physiology, Psychiatry & Neuroscience, or Emergency Medicine. In each track, you’ll delve into your chosen area of study, gaining a deeper understanding of the topic through classroom learning as well as hands-on projects, simulations, case studies, and lab work.
Nursing STEP-UP: Jefferson Nursing Summer Training & Enrichment Program The Nursing Summer Training and Enrichment Program is an on campus enrichment program that offers rising high school juniors and seniors an introduction to the field of nursing and its various disciplines; college application preparation including personal statement writing, resume development and comprehensive SAT workshops delivered by a name-brand company; classroom and clinical observation experiences; time management and study skills training; field trips; and faculty and student mentoring.
Penn Medicine Summer Program for High School Students Spend four weeks at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine intensive program designed for high school juniors and seniors interested in medical careers. Modeled after actual Penn Medicine classes, you’ll gain exposure to the basics of medical training including suturing, drawing blood, IVs, dissections and minimally invasive surgical techniques. The high–tech, jaw-dropping learning space is every student’s dream. You’ll learn from the highly accredited Penn faculty, who are extremely hands-on throughout the program. Students also have the rare opportunity to observe a live surgery in Penn’s surgical amphitheater. This program is a solid first step into pre-med education and careers. Scholarships available!
The Wistar Institute Summer Fellowship Program in Biomedical Research Wistar’s Summer Fellowship Program in Biomedical Research provides an opportunity for students to enhance their understanding of current biological/biomedical theory and research tools and techniques at a nationally recognized nonprofit research institution. Wistar scientists and their laboratory teams serve as program mentors guiding students through the planning and practice of daily research experiments and activities. Students learn research skills together, taught by a team of mentors, and individually as each student trains in a principal investigator’s laboratory for the duration of the program; under the direction of the laboratory head, the student is assigned a unique research project related to the research goals of that particular laboratory. Students are integrated into the daily work of the laboratory, participating in laboratory meetings and gaining exposure to different facets of the laboratory's research. Mentors help students apply their current knowledge and skills and assist them in making the connection between laboratory experience and their academic studies. The program includes a weekly lunchtime seminar series presented by Institute scientists and an introduction to research library skills development.
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