The Rubens J. Pamies, M.D., Opportunity Fund is pleased to announce it has selected its winners for the 2023 year. Established in memory of the late Dr. Pamies, the scholarship team has selected four candidates who reflect Dr. Pamies’ vision and commitment to eradicating health disparities.

During the pandemic, the voices of healthcare professionals were amplified to describe their arduous journeys. From both rural and urban providers, we saw the challenges they faced as if medicine was a coin and they were the two faces. There are differences between the challenges and disparities these communities face and the professionals serving them, but there are similarities. 

Language barriers exist between patients and healthcare professionals in the United States. An investigation conducted by Al Shamsi et al. published in the National Library of Medicine found that "language barriers in healthcare lead to miscommunication between the medical professional and patient, reducing both parties' satisfaction and decreasing the quality of healthcare delivery and patient safety.

The SHPEP Alumni Engagement and Communication Committee interviewed graduate students on their experiences navigating a new program. Starting graduate school provides a challenge, and we asked them about resources, mentorship, and advice. Here is what they had to say!

“When minority students give up their dream of becoming a doctor or other health professional, they are depriving themselves; depriving future patients who would benefit from having a more ethnically and racially diverse health care workforce; and depriving the nation of the contributions they could make to improve their lives,…

Every year thousands of people apply for admission into medical school. Given the competitive nature of the application process, applying to the right schools will be a critical deciding factor in the overall success of your application season. There are many reasons applicants choose to apply to an array…

1. Test Technology: Test your equipment before the interview. Ensure your Wi-Fi, virtual video platform, microphone, and lighting are all working.  2. Practice Makes Perfect:  Mock interview sessions allow you to check your technology and curate interview responses.  3. Find a Location: Locate a quiet spot for…

When I was a premedical student in college, I had a very one-dimensional view of what research meant: sitting at a lab benchtop with a pipette in hand or culture dishes scattered in front of me. I didn’t come from a family with backgrounds in research or medicine; even…

Application season is upon us! Whether you are applying for graduate school, a post-baccalaureate program, medical school, or dental school, you need to craft a personal statement. This section of your application is the opportunity to express your career aspirations and explain why the school needs you in its…

All of our goals may look different, but we must aim for them to be SMART. Whether you are starting a graduate program, transitioning into residency, or just taking the next step in achieving your goals, the foundational layout of your goals being Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely will surely…