ETSU, Quillen College of Medicine Launches Specialized Summer Programs for Rural High School Students

ETSU, Quillen College of Medicine Launches Specialized Summer Programs for Rural High School Students

Johnson City, TN – Two summer programs have been unveiled by East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine aiming to provide high school students from rural areas an exclusive opportunity to get hands-on experience in the medical field.

Tailored Programs for Young Aspirants

Underlining the mission of serving the underserved communities, Dr. Tom Kincer, the associate dean for rural and community programs at Quillen College of Medicine, emphasized the programs’ focus on stimulating these students’ interest in serving their communities in the future.

These summer programs are segmented into two main offerings. The first, ‘Rural High School Medical Camp’ offers high school students an intensive one-day experience of the medical profession and the second program, ‘Doc for a Day,’ gives students a detailed exploration of the medical profession, held over four different days across the summer.

Interactive Learning Experience

Both programs present an interactive learning experience allowing these high school students to liaise with doctors, nurses, and medical students. Participants even have the opportunity to perform procedures on clinical manikins, thus gaining a realistic insight into the medical profession.

In addition to being informative and educational, ‘Rural High School Medical Camp’ and ‘Doc for a Day’ are recognized for their role in increasing interest in medical careers among students residing in rural and underserved areas. This not only opens up new avenues for these students but is also instrumental in ensuring a steady stream of medical professionals willing to serve these communities going forward.

Paving the Way for Medical Aspirants

Positioned parallelly with Quillen’s mission to serve the underserved communities, the programs offered by Quillen College of Medicine paves the way for many high school students interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. Participants gain practical exposure and rich insights into the profession, usually unattainable at their school level.

Adoption of such initiatives by medical institutions will not only foster interest among students in medical careers but reinforce the much-needed pool of medical professionals willing to serve in rural and underserved communities.

Interested students are encouraged to apply to these programs to get a first-hand understanding of the profession and prepare themselves for a career serving the community.

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