Title: Clinical Volunteering 101 for Pre-Health Students

Description: Patricia Cusack, Ed.D., Director of Volunteer Services at MJHS (Metropolitan Jewish Health System, Hospice and Palliative Care,) will conduct an Information Session for students interested in learning about the details of the enrollment process for becoming a hospice volunteer. MJHS is one of the largest hospices in the tri-state area. Once the details are presented, there will be a QA segment so that participants will leave with a solid understanding of 1) the services that are rendered to persons who qualify for the end-of-life hospice support; 2) how volunteers fit into the clinical Interdisciplinary Team work that is unique to the hospice model; 3) what, exactly, volunteers are trained to do and, by contrast, what they are not permitted to do. Hospice volunteers are a vital part of the Interdisciplinary Team and are under the guidance and supervision of a paid Volunteer Coordinator. Hospice volunteers provide companionship for patients and families, engage in leisure activities (reading, music, games, art, etc. with patients), enable “life review” projects for patients who are interested, and a host of other creative activities. Of course, hospice services are rendered amidst a clinical setting – in a home, an IPU in a hospital, a nursing home or a hospice residence. An initial screening process is required, followed by 15 hours of training which is mandated by the Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). Becoming a hospice volunteer is an effective way for pre-health students to gain exposure to the profound experiences of end-of-life care for patients – emotionally, medically, spiritually and psycho-socially.

Title: Weill Cornell Medical College’s Research Associate Program Information Session

Description: Billie Johnsson will discuss Weill Cornell Medical College’s Research Associate Program. The Weill Cornell Medical College’s Research Associate Program (RAP) exposes college and post-baccalaureate students to research activities within the emergency department setting, specifically at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine (NYP/WCM). Program participants work in the Emergency Department between 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM, 7 days a week, to recruit patients for participation in research studies. The Research Associate Program is a research program that occurs in a clinical setting. The program is designed to involve Research Associates in many elements of the performance of research while providing opportunities for observing clinical practice in the NYP/WCM emergency department and for extended interaction with clinical providers and patients. The program provides educational and practical experiences that increase knowledge about research methodology and clinical care and may enhance participant’s application to medical or graduate school.

Title: Sackler School of Medicine Admissions Presentation

Description: Join us for an admissions presentation from Sackler School of Medicine with Barbara Kugel, Director of Academic & Alumni Affairs. The Sackler School of Medicine New York State/American Program of Tel Aviv University is a partnership between the United States and Israel that has existed since 1976. The program has trained approximately two thousand talented men and women who have become some of the finest physicians in the world. The program, which is a four-year course of study, is chartered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York State and accredited by the State of Israel. It welcomes qualified citizens or permanent residents of the United States and Canada. Students are taught in English, and class size is limited to 63 students per class. Topics include: 1. Sackler SOM history 2. Program specifics – admissions, FA, curriculum, schedule 3. Electives in the US 4. The Match and Residency in the US 5. Q&A

Title: Bioethics Debate: Vaccine Hesitancy and Morality Debate + Pizza Party

Description: We will be discussing controversial issues and moral implications involved in the refusal or reluctance of one to be vaccinated or to have one's children vaccinated. Join the Society of Bioethics and Medicine to present your viewpoints and hear those of researchers, doctors, patients, family members, and others involved in the field. Food will be served!

Title: IV Training for Pre-Health Students

Description: Come and learn how to administer an IV. IV stands for intravenous that is giving medicines or fluids through a needle or tube, which directly goes into a vein. Proper and successful insertion of IV places its own importance as it can even cause discomfort to the patient. This is a hands-on workshop. You will be given the opportunity to practice administering an IV. Seats are limited. RSVP TODAY.

Title: Doctor Speaker Series: Dr. Syed Haider

Description: Dr. Syed Haider will be speaking about his journey to Medical School and beyond. Syed Haider is a fourth-year medical student at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai who will be starting General Surgery residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Syed was born and raised in Pakistan and immigrated to the United States in 2007. He studied biology at City College of New York where he was a Colin Powell Health Scholar, CCNY-Memorial Sloan Kettering Research Fellow, and CUNY Jonas Salk Scholar. As a medical student at ISMMS, he was selected as Mount Sinai-GLG Global Health Scholar and where he co-founded Mount Sinai Human Rights Student Leadership Program that provides educational, research, and advocacy opportunities for students interested in working with refugees, asylum seekers and survivors of torture. He organized a school-wide conference on Islamophobia and Racism in the Healthcare System and has shared his work on Human Rights at several national meetings, including at the Consortium of Universities for Global Health. Syed has held several leadership roles at ISMMS. He served as the President of Student Council and was a member of the Student Council Board of Trustees Committee, LCME Accreditation Task Force Committee, and Muslim Students Association at ISMMS. In addition, he has conducted extensive research on sports-related traumatic brain injuries, bibliometrics, and surgical disparities in healthcare. He has additionally co-founded Global Surgery Student Alliance Group at Mount Sinai and is involved in a new curriculum for Global Surgery at ISMMS medical students. Syed intends to combine his clinical interest in General Surgery with his interests in human rights education and refugee healthcare. Outside of academics, Syed has a strong interest in soccer, photo-journalism and traveling.

Title: Exploring Careers in Behavioral Health Panel Discussion

Description: From direct patient care and one-on-one counseling to research-driven psychology, many fields offer an opportunity to provide valuable care to those suffering from mental disorders. Join us for a discussion with health practitioners who work in various areas of behavioral health. Panelists include: Dr. Anne Ganzer (PhD, PMH-NP) is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing. She holds a PhD in Nursing Research, an MS in Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, and an MA in Psychology. Dr. April Kisamore completed her Ph.D. in Behavior Analysis at Western New England University and her M.A. in Behavior Analysis at Western Michigan University. April has worked in the field of behavior analysis over 15 years. Valerie Lyons (MSEd, CRC, LMHC) has worked as a Rehabilitation Professional for over 20 years. She began her career at Samaritan Village, Inc. where she served as the Director of Vocational Educational Services. Upon leaving Samaritan Village, Valerie worked as the Assistant Project Director of the Hunter College/OASAS Work-Study Project. Valerie received her Master of Science Degree in Education from Hunter College and is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Valerie also received certification from the International Life Coach Academy as a Life Coach. Dr. Kenneth M. Fifer, MD, is a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Fifer received his undergraduate degree from Tufts University with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations. He went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA, and subsequently completed Internal Medicine Residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, NY. He is also the assistant director of the Collaborative Care Program at Mount Sinai.

Title: Alternative Careers In Medicine Panel

Description: Choosing a road less traveled does not in any way reflect your knowledge and skills, but rather, your interests and values. A small but growing number of students are now reshaping their views and choosing alternative careers in medicine. Please join us as we host 3 panelists who will share their experiences on choosing an alternative career in medicine. Panel Speakers: Samantha Berry: Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Adjunct faculty at Pace University for Physician Assistant Studies Chong Gao, Ph.D. Ph.D. with extensive experience in oncology research. Skilled in Molecular and Cell Biology, Data Mining and Microsoft Office Suite. Outstanding teaching professional at Hunter College. Exposure in business development and market research through consulting competitions and internship. Anastasia Martinova: Current student in the Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai Beth Israel pursuing an accelerated second Bachelor’s Degree and will graduate with BSN this December.

Title: The Medicine Business Panel Discussion

Description: For anyone who is thinking of having a medical practice -- it is like starting a business. The same way a hospital would look at where to locate their facilities in terms of demographics, competition, convenience for patients, drawing in top clinicians -- these things can come into play for a smaller practice. Also understanding from an entrepreneur both what it takes to start a business, how medical technology gets launched and how it may affect patient care, or how health data can be used for good care (or misused) are all valuable. So it's not just relevant to "Business" but it is relevant to clinical practice too. Join us for an engaging discussion featuring panelists: Marcel Botha is Founder & CEO of 10XBeta , a product development and engineering firm working in consumer and enterprise electronics, medical devices, and specialized robotics. Margaret Burke is the Senior Vice President of Ambulatory Care and Hospital Operations, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Peter Shanley is a co-founder, investor, and strategic advisor to CoverUS Health. Mark Shankar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Physician on faculty at Columbia University and currently in his second year at Harvard Business School. Thomas C. Ahn is the System Vice President for the Real Estate Division of the Mount Sinai Health System (Mount Sinai, St. Luke’s, Mount Sinai West - formerly Roosevelt Hospital, Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Mount Sinai Queens Hospital and The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai) a Seven hospital healthcare network with over 37,000 employees. THERE WILL BE FOOD – AND NETWORKING

Title: Asian Americans in Medicine Panel Discussion

Description: This event features a panel of Asian American doctors and medical school students from New York City, who will be sharing their personal experiences in the medical field and giving insight into their specialties. Topics that will be discussed include different paths in medicine, immigrant experiences, and racial/ethnic identity. Our notable speakers are Dr. Tipsuda Bahri MD, Dr. Christine M. Lomiguen MD, and Dr. Sushama Rich MD of Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers.