Monday, October 20, 2025

Hello future health professionals! 

In addition to our regular promotions, below you will find details and links for THREE important GW Pre-Health Advising Virtual Sessions, each of which has multiple sessions you can sign up for.  

1. HPAC Info Sessions. For students and alumni who will be applying in the 2026-2027 Application Cycle to health professional schools that accept a committee packet. (Not sure if this is you? Read the blurb in this Newsletter and the linked webpage!)

2. Personal Statement Workshop. For students and alumni planning to apply to a health professional school with particular emphasis on those applying within the next year (with or without HPAC). 

3. Pre-Health Interview Skills Workshop. For students and alumni who have recently applied OR will one day apply to health professional schools that have interviews as part of their admissions process with particular emphasis on those who have upcoming interviews or will be applying within the next year (with of without HPAC). 

Do you have friends, classmates or club members who would be interested in these sessions? Be sure to share the info! Scroll on!

Best,

Your GW Pre-Health Advising Team

HPAC 2026 is Coming! 

The purpose of GW’s Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC) is to help applicants with the application process for health professional schools that accept a committee packet as part of their application process (generally medical, dental, veterinary, or podiatry school). 

The HPAC Website will be updated sometime in the beginning of November, but you can still view the information for last year's HPAC until then. Updates may include, but are not limited to, forms, links, and dates.

HPAC Info Session (Recommended)

For HPAC 2026, the Info Session is recommended, but NOT required. The online Info Session help guide you through all of the components of HPAC and, by extension, your health professional school applications. It will lead you through the various components of the HPAC process. 

Register on the Pre-Health Events Calendly Page. 

Dates for HPAC 2026 Info Sessions

-Thursday, November 6, 2025, 5:00pm - 6:00pm ET

-Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 3:30pm - 4:30pm ET

-Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:30pm - 4:30pm ET

-Friday, January 16, 2026, 11:30am - 12:30pm ET

Pre-Health Personal Statement Workshop

Are you applying to health professional schools within the next year? This workshop will help applicants plan and prepare to write an impactful personal statement. Learn how to create a powerful narrative that showcases your unique journey and passion for healthcare. Whether you're just getting started or refining a draft, this workshop provides practical strategies to make your statement shine.

Register on the Pre-Health Events Calendly Page. 

Dates for Workshop

-Friday, November 14, 2025, 11:30am - 12:30pm ET

-Monday, December 1, 2025, 9:30am - 10:30am ET

-Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 3:30pm - 4:30pm ET

-Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 3:30pm - 4:30pm ET

Pre-Health Interview Skills Workshop

Are you preparing for HPAC, medical, dental, or other health professional school interviews? Join our Pre-Health Interview Skills Workshop to learn essential strategies for making a lasting impression. This interactive session will cover:

-Common interview formats and questions
-Techniques to confidently articulate your experiences and motivations
-Tips for handling challenging questions and demonstrating professionalism

Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and refine your interview skills!

This is a VIRTUAL event on Zoom. Be prepared to practice with peers virtually (i.e. camera and microphone ready)!

Register on the Pre-Health Events Calendly Page.

Choose from

-Monday, October 27, 2025, 5:00 - 6:00 PM ET

-Friday, November 7, 2025, 3:30 - 4:30 PM ET

GW Occupational Therapy Programs

Become a Holistic Healthcare Professional. Become a Doctor of Occupational Therapy.

What is occupational therapy (OT)? OT goes a step beyond physical therapy in that it increases clients' abilities to complete a variety of functional tasks within their environment. OTs help anyone across the lifespan–from infants to adults–make their life more meaningful through daily activities. OTs consider not only a client's physical capabilities, but also their mental and social capabilities. OTs can be found working in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, at-homes, in communities, and more. OTs are known to be flexible, compassionate, and empathetic problem solvers who love the creative arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

Register for an upcoming information session to learn about the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at GW:

Wednesday, Oct 29 2025,  10 - 11am (Online)

Wednesday, Nov 5 2025,  4:30 - 5:30pm (In-Person at the Watergate Complex)

Thursday, Nov 13 2025,  11am - 12pm (Online)

Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2026 cohort! Contact the GW OT Program Office at gwotd@gwu.edu or 202-994-2144 with any questions.

LMSA National PLUS & Pre-Health Dreamers: Pursuing Medicine While Undocumented, Navigating Barriers and Overcoming Challenges

Date & Time

Oct 21, 2025 08:00 PM  in  Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Thinking about a career in medicine? You're not alone in facing challenges — but if you're undocumented, the path can feel especially overwhelming. From academic pressure and MCAT prep to questions about financial aid and immigration status, undocumented students often face extra hurdles. This student-centered webinar will break down the common challenges that undocumented pre-med students face and provide practical tips based on the work of Pre-Health Dreamers to help them overcome these difficulties. You'll learn about the barriers, hear tips and strategies for overcoming them, and leave with resources to help you stay motivated and move forward in your medical journey.

Register Here

LMSA National PLUS: Why Medicine? Motivation and Resilience Against Barriers

Date & Time

Oct 24, 2025 09:00 PM  in  Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Richard Aviles, a Charles R. Drew University medical student whose journey embodies perseverance, mentorship, and purpose. 

Learn how motivation and resilience can overcome barriers on the path to medicine and discover the power of giving back to our communities. 

Register Here

LMSA Northeast Medical School Application Series Session 1 of Part 1: Academic Readiness Webinar featuring Dr. Saldaña

Date & Time

Oct 27, 2025 07:00 PM  

We invite you to join us for Session 1 of Part 1: Academic Readiness Webinar featuring former Dean for Students at Harvard Medical School - Dr. Saldaña to discuss:

- Prerequisites

- Choosing a major

- Extracurriculars

- GPA -

Considerations of pursuing medicine

Register Here

LMSA National PLUS: Mastering the Way to Medical School — A Panel and Presentation on Master’s Programs Fit for Premedical Students

 Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025

 Time: 5:15 PM PST / 8:15 PM EST

 Description: Thinking about applying to a master’s program before medical school? This session will feature current medical students who completed their master’s programs, sharing their experiences, discussing different types of programs, and offering advice on choosing the right fit to strengthen your medical school application.

 Zoom Registration: Register here

Volunteer Opportunity at Bluerock Primary Care in Washington, DC!

Are you a pre-health student looking for a meaningful and hands-on volunteer
experience? Bluerock Primary Care invites you to join our team and make a difference inthe lives of senior citizens!

About Bluerock Primary Care
Bluerock Primary Care is a geriatric-focused primary care practice dedicated to serving
adults on Medicare and Medicaid. We believe in providing tailored, collaborative, and
inclusive patient advocacy and sustainable care, addressing the unique needs and hurdles senior citizens face within the healthcare system.

The Volunteer Role
As a volunteer, you will gain invaluable experience working directly with patients and
medical staff. Your responsibilities will include:
● Facilitating all office and video visits
● Taking vital signs
● Obtaining medical histories
● Assisting with and shadowing during in-office procedures such as lab draws, EKGs, ear lavage, spirometry and more!
● Assisting with room turnover and restocking

Why Volunteer with Us?
This opportunity is perfect for pre-health students seeking to enhance their clinical skills
and understanding of primary care. You will:
● Gain hands-on experience with patients
● Work with a medically underserved population
● Collaborate directly with medical staff, including physicians, nurse practitioners,
and RNs.
● Gain unique insight into the day-to-day operations and patient care models of a
primary care practice.

Time Commitment
Volunteers can sign up for 4-hour shifts, available Monday through Friday (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) We request a minimum commitment of two shifts per month for at least six months. Opportunities to continue volunteering during academic breaks are also available!

Application Information
We are currently accepting volunteers on a rolling basis. Please complete the interest
form and we will reach out with more information! https://forms.gle/ZKQzbiDnHcHrqFRC8

For more information about our practice, please visit our
website at https://www.bluerock.care/

Medical Assistant | The Maryland Pediatric Group

As a Medical Assistant, you will be preparing for each patient visit by preparing charts and pulling notes before their arrival, providing routine support alongside medical staff, and assisting with keeping track of tests and lab reporting to ensure everything arrives on time and the patient is kept informed on their condition and care. You will also be helping manage the inventory of medical supplies, setting up machines and testing equipment, and cleaning instruments and rooms as needed. The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, an interest in learning more about a working medical environment, and has previous office experience.

Silver Spring, MD

Full Time

Apply Now

Medical Assistant | Black & Kletz

Black & Kletz is Seeking Medical Assistant who is willing to work in both Washington, DC and McLean, VA for a busy Allergy practice. Looking for someone with high attention to detail who will follow policies and protocols, has stellar interpersonal and communication skills and has a desire to provide outstanding patient care. A positive attitude and professional demeanor are essential. You must be a fast learner, and detail oriented. We require COVID vaccinations and perform background checks on all new hires. This is a full time position.

Apply Now

Clinical Assistant | Kennedy Krieger Institute

In support of the mission, vision and values of Kennedy Krieger Institute, the Clinical Assistant will provide direct care and supervision of patients admitted to the Inpatient Neurobehavioral Unit (NBU); implement written behavioral and educational protocols; manage aggressive, self-injurious, and disruptive patient behavior; and collect data on patient-specific target behaviors. Full-time and part-time positions available.

Baltimore, MD

Full-Time

Part-Time

Have a question? Reach out to us today.