Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Hello future health professionals,

If I were to choose a "word-of-the-year" for Pre-Health Advising, it would be phronesis, or practical wisdom. As we mark the end of another calendar year, I hope you'll reflect on all that you've experienced and all that you've learned. So while you are keeping careful track of your experiences - your hours of research, clinical experience, community service, etc. - I suggest adding a column to your journal or spreadsheet entitled: "What I Learned." How did your activities influence your values and your motivation? How will they affect will your future healthcare practice? Not only will recording such thoughts help you in your applications, it will also help your personal growth which is as important as your academic and professional accomplishments.

Note: Pre-Health Advising Drop-In Hours will NOT be available for the remainder of 2023, but will resume in the first week of January. Additionally, our office will be closed December 24 - January 1. Please email us at prehealth@gwu.edu if you require assistance. 

Happy winter holidays and see you next year! 

Best,

GW Pre-Health Advising

GW students and alumni who are applying to health professional schools in spring/summer 2024 (for matriculation in fall 2025) are invited to participate in HPAC 2024!

The HPAC (Health Professions Advisory Committee) process is designed to guide you through your application and give you expert feedback from faculty and Pre-Health Advisors. Participation is not required, but is recommended for applications that accept a letter packet (AMCAS, AACOMAS, AADSAS, etc.).

Attendance at an upcoming HPAC Info Session is required to participate. There are two remaining:

Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 - 10:00am - 11:00am ET

Monday, December 18th, 2023 - 5:00pm - 6:00pm ET

The mandatory Self-Assessment is due December 22. Please visit our website for detailed instructions and other deadlines! 

Take an End-of-Semester Study Break During THE FINAL LAP 

We know that the end of the semester can be stressful. The Division of Student Affairs wants to help you successfully cross the end-of-semester finish line! The Final Lap is a series of FREE and low-cost events designed to promote your wellbeing prior to and during final exams. Highlights include FREE snacks and self-care goodies during a daily snack break, FREE group fitness classes, FREE chair massages, and more! Events are open to all students. Some events require pre-registration through GW Engage or the Final Lap webpage. Check the line-up of events to schedule in a few study breaks.

Are you interested in taking a unique elective course at GW's School of Medicine in Spring 2024?

Check out CULI 1810: Fundamentals of Culinary Medicine.

Lecture time: Monday 1:00 to 2:00

Lab time: Tuesdays, 3:00-5:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 3:00-5:30 p.m., Thursdays, 3:00-5:30 p.m.

For the last few years, we have hosted a Culinary Medicine Course at the GW School of Medicine.  This course continues to be highly sought after and well received by our medical students and faculty.  We recently opened a brand new teaching kitchen on K-street next to campus(Seva Teaching Kitchen)(1810 K St, NW.) and now have the capacity to expand our course to GW Undergraduate Students. 
 
This course is taught by leading experts in food and nutrition, physicians, dietitians, and public health experts.  We hope to foster a strong collegial atmosphere by taking advantage of our new teaching kitchen along with the rich resources within our local community and within your own kitchens in your dorms, apartments, and homes.
 
Is this course for you?
·      Are you a student looking to enhance your cooking skills?
·      Are you a student looking to improve the overall quality of the foods you eat?
·      Are you a student looking to provide nutrition guidance for future patients, families, or friends?
·      Are you a student looking to build a stronger fund of knowledge around practical nutrition and health content and critically evaluate and understand the science of nutrition?
·      Are you a student looking to learn more about the city and the role of the food system in improving the health of populations?
·      Are you a student looking for a fun course to enjoy with friends, cook, and eat tasty/ nutritious foods?"

LifeBridge Health, Center for Pain and Regenerative Medicine - Gap Year Clinical Position

The Center for Pain and Regenerative Medicine at LifeBridge Health is working with CapYear to fill a gap year clinical position. Pre-health graduates and pending December 2023 graduates are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time position.  

No medical assistant certificate is required for the position.

Sinai Hospital provides wide-ranging care for patients experiencing persistent and chronic pain with an array of integrated treatment options. 

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates:

Work directly with Dr. Thomas Lee

Assist with setting up procedure rooms

Rooming patients

Training and shadowing provided

The position is in Baltimore, Randallstown and Owings Mills, MD

University of Maryland Medical System - Multiple Medical Assistant Positions Across Various Specialties

The University of Maryland Medical System is working with CapYear to fill multiple Medical Assistant positions across their Primary Care, Neurology and ENT specialties. Pending December 2023 graduates and recent alumni are encouraged to apply.
A medical assistant certification is not required for these positions. On the job training will be provided.

Medical Assistant:

Work alongside physicians who are faculty members at the University of Maryland School of Medicine
Patient care opportunities in multiple departments including primary care, neurology and otorhinolaryngology
A medical assistant certificate is not requiredThe positions are all in Baltimore, MD

Embark on a Transformational Healthcare Journey with Shadow Abroad:
Summer 2024 Edition!

Are you a pre-health or pre-med student with a passion for making a difference and a desire to break down language barriers in healthcare? Shadow Abroad is thrilled to announce an exclusive opportunity for you to join our immersive program in South America next summer!

Limited Spots Available: This exclusive program is limited to only 25 participants per session. 

Why Shadow Abroad?
● Comprehensive Spanish language immersion
● Real-world clinical exposure
● Hands-on volunteering experiences
● Expert guidance from healthcare professionals
● Cultural enrichment and personal growth

To discover the full course catalog and learn more about this unique opportunity, visit our website at www.shadowabroad.com. Secure your spot in this transformative program by submitting your application early. Don't miss the chance to be part of the solution to the language gap crisis in American healthcare!

Rubin Center for Advanced Orthopedics (LifeBridge) - Gap Year Clinical Position

The Rubin Center for Advanced Orthopedics is working with CapYear to fill a gap year clinical position. Pre-health graduates and pending December 2023 graduates are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time position.  

No medical assistant certificate is required for the position.

The Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics is home to some of the world's most renowned orthopedic surgeons who provide state-of-the-art orthopedic treatment for both children and adults. 

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates:

Get adult and pediatric orthopedic experience
Active direct patient care experience including casting, removing sutures, taking vitals, reading charts and submitting X-rays
On the job training available
Great mentorship with leading experts in pediatric orthopedics, Drs. Phillip McClure and Shawn Standard.
Exposure to limb lengthening procedures and state of the art apps developed at ICLL
The position is in Baltimore and Owings Mills, MD

Cardiology Associates of Frederick - Medical Assistant Position 

Cardiology Associates of Frederick is working with CapYear to fill a Medical Assistant position. Pre-health graduates and pending winter 2023 graduates encouraged to apply. No medical assistant certificate is required. Full and part-time opportunities are available.   

Why this is a great position for pre-health graduates

Work alongside physicians and nurses
Clinical, hands-on patient care experience
No medical assistant certification required
Has successfully worked with CapYear candidates
Willing to take candidates on as part-time to transition to full-time once they graduate. (Pending winter 2023 grads only)
The position is in Frederick, MD

Have a question? Reach out to us today.