Title: Pre-Health Discussion Forum:Are GMOs Safe?

Description: The issue of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) as they relate to the food supply is an ongoing, nuanced and highly contentious issue. Individuals from the scientific and medical fields fall on both sides of the argument, some claiming that genetically modified crops are helping to solve issues concerning hunger, environmental sustainability and an increasing global population, while others believe they’re doing more harm than good. With studies supporting both sides, many wonder: Who should we believe? Join us for a discussion analyzing both sides of the argument.

Title: MetaSUB Research Information Session

Description: Dr. Christopher Mason completed his dual B.S. in Genetics and Biochemistry (2001) from University of Wisconsin-Madison, his Ph.D. in Genetics (2006) from Yale University, and then completed post-doctoral training in clinical genetics (2009) at Yale Medical School while jointly a post-doctoral Fellow of Genomics, Ethics, and Law at Yale Law School (2009). He is currently an Associate Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, with appointments at the Tri-Institutional Program in Computational Biology and Medicine between Cornell, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Rockefeller University, the Sandra and Edward Meyer Cancer Center, and the Feil Family Brain and Mind Research Institute. Ebrahim Afshinnekoo is a second year medical student at New York Medical College and a Medical Student Research Fellow in the Mason Lab at Weill Cornell Medicine. He has directed the metagenomics projects in Dr. Mason’s laboratory over the last three years, most notably leading the PathoMap project. Ebrahim co-founded the MetaSUB International Consortium with Dr. Mason in 2015 and now serves as the Director of Metagenomics. He is very passionate about educational and community outreach, leading and designing many workshops and curricula on the subject of the microbiome, metagenomics, and bioinformatics analyses. Ebrahim’s research interests focus on the translation of metagenomics approaches to the clinical arena.

Title: Doctor Speaker Series: Sara Bittman, MD

Description: Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Sara Bittman, a practicing OB/GYN physician. She received her medical degree from New York Medical College and has been in practice for 7 years. She will discuss her career path and five mistakes to avoid when applying to medical school.

Title: Unpacking Gender and Sexuality in Healthcare Context

Description: Gender and Sexuality in Healthcare Context” seeks to provide an introduction to rethinking what we know about gender and sexuality. This is a workshop meant to center LGBTQ+ experiences in healthcare especially in the context of sexual health care. While there is a lot of stigma about these topics, we seek to normalize the experiences of LGBTQ+ folks and talking about sexual health as neither of these things are “niche” or “special topics”, but rather, applicable to all communities. How does shifting our practices and understanding of gender and sexuality more broadly benefit all people and ensure that those often marginalized are more frequently and consistently included?

Title: Pre-Health Mentoring Initiative Networking Event

Description: We invite ALL Mentors to come so that you can all talk about your experience with your mentee(s) so far!! This is also a wonderful time to network and get to know each other, you are a group of incredibly accomplished people!! You all deserve recognition for the amazing work you have done so far in the program. There will also be food and drinks (!!).

Title: Chiropractic Medicine 101: New York Chiropractic College Information Session

Description: What is Chiropractic Medicine? Chiropractic focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health. Join us for an informative presentation by Bri Printup from the Admissions Office at New York Chiropractic College.

Title: St. George’s University of London School of Medicine Admissions Presentation

Description: Join us for an information session with Andrew Stephens Medical Programs Recruitment Manager at St. George’s University of London School of Medicine. Study medicine at a unique health sciences university in London, UK. St George's, University of London is a highly respected institution within the world of medicine - meaning it is the ideal launchpad for your medical career: Internationally-focused programs preparing you for worldwide medical careers. Over 250 years of excellence and innovation in research and education. A friendly campus welcoming students from over 50 countries. Opportunities to learn from clinical practice at one of the UK’s busiest hospitals.

Title: MCAT Panel Discussion: How to Prepare for the MCAT

Description: Join us for an engaging discussion with Pre-Health students who have been successful in passing the MCAT exam with very high scores(516-526). The panelists will provide you with insights on what taking the test is like, how to study effectively for the exam and strategies for conquering your fear of this dreaded admissions test.