Events & Opportunities for Medical Students

The Anesthesiology Interest Group (AIG) is hosting an Introduction to Anesthesiology Event over Zoom at 6 PM PST on Thursday, October 8. We invite you to join us to learn more about the field of anesthesia and opportunities to get involved at UWSOM! See details below and on the flier attached for Zoom info. The […]

Interested in exploring family medicine? The Family Medicine Mentorship Program pairs medical students with family physicians who share their interests and can provide guidance on medical school, residency, career paths, and life as a family physician.  As a mentee, you’ll have the opportunity to:  Ask questions about family medicine as a specialty  Learn about your […]

Come learn how physicians and scientists who interact with the brain use technology in their day-to-day practice, from cochlear implants to stroke recovery. The world of tech is evolving every day! As students, it is advantageous for us to walk into clinical practice, being familiar with it and confident to try it out ourselves! We […]

UIG was created to support students who are still exploring which specialty may be the right fit for them. Through physician panels, workshops, and other specialty-focused events, we aim to give students opportunities to learn about different career paths while connecting with physicians across specialties.  As UIG enters its second year, we are looking for […]

The Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Interest Group is hosting a virtual research year/Triple I panel on October 10 from 5PM to 6PM PT. This is an opportunity to ask questions about the logistics of and the decision-making process behind a research year from panelists who have already experienced this. Additionally, for MS1s, you will have […]

The Office of Healthcare Equity is offering Fall Health and Health Equity courses designed to explore current and historical health issues affecting diverse underserved communities and populations.  These courses are required for UWSOM respective Pathways completion.  These 1-credit courses are co-designed by students, faculty, and community partners to foster meaningful discussions around health equity, social […]

Pathways at UW School of Medicine are designed to engage medical students interested in learning more about diverse populations, disparities in health that ensue due to social determinants of health, and community resilience in the face of exceptional challenges in health and access to healthcare.  The UW Office of Healthcare Equity (OHCE) hosts 6 Pathways […]

VBC is a student-led organization that provides virtual and in-person musical concerts for hospitalized patients who may be experiencing loneliness or isolation. Our virtual and in-person format allows students to participate from Seattle or remotely from anywhere across the WWAMI region, while also giving patients’ family members outside the hospital the opportunity to listen in.  […]

Med students are invited to apply to become Ambassadors for the Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP). In addition to mentoring undergraduates interested in health careers, ambassadors will also receive access to service learning and educational opportunities related to rural and underserved care as well as networking opportunities. Ambassadors also receive a stipend for their participation.   […]

The Medical Student Technology Advisory Team (medSTAT) is recruiting new members. Anyone interested in the intersection of technology, education, and medicine is encouraged join the group. All are welcome regardless of technological expertise!  A full description of the role of medSTAT can be found on the medSTAT page. The topics addressed are determined largely by […]

The Footcare Project is looking for footcare volunteers. Dates and Locations can be found below: Elizabeth Gregory Home location: 1604 NE 50th St, Seattle, WA 98105 Dates: Sunday, Oct 25, Nov 22, Dec 20 Time: 10AM-12:30PM, volunteers please arrive at 9:45 AM Plymouth Housing: 13638 SE Eastgate Way Bellevue, WA 98005 Dates: Sunday, Oct 11, […]

Jennifer Harris (jharri25@uw.edu) is the the Program Manager with The Center for Workforce Inclusion and Healthcare System Equity (WIHSE) within the School of Medicine. WIHSE works with educationally and economically under-resourced students to expose them to health careers. During the school year, one of the academic enrichment programs offered on campus is the UW Health […]

Description – Ten week in person summer program aimed to expand medical student experience on the foundations of vascular surgery research and clinical care Summer Dates: June 2027 Orientation: University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake Presentation at Division conference: August 2027 Vascular Surgery Summer Scholars Program Graduation: August 2027 History – The inaugural class […]

We’re excited to invite MS1s to get involved with the Health Career Collaborative (HCC), a national nonprofit organization that works to inspire high school students to pursue careers in healthcare. HCC has chapters across the country and is recognized by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Our UW chapter is partnering with Seattle World School, […]

The Dermatology Interest Group is planning a workshop where students will have the opportunity to learn more about different aspects and career paths within dermatology, including academic and private practice dermatology, immunodermatology, inflammatory skin conditions, and cosmetic dermatology. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Bellevue Dermatology. The exact time is […]

SHIFA’s Casa Latina is looking to recruit volunteers for upcoming clinics this fall! We provide a variety of services to the Casa Latina community and worker center, including blood pressure and glucose screenings. This is a wonderful opportunity to practice basic clinical skills while having a positive impact in the community. Spanish speaking volunteers are […]

SHIFA Health Fairs is looking for student volunteers for 3 upcoming health fairs next month. During these events, we will be providing blood pressure checks, glucose screenings, and A1C testing. This is a great opportunity to practice your basic clinical skills while helping improve access to care for communities within the Greater Seattle area. #1: […]

The peds interest group is hosting a panel of pediatric physicians on Friday, October 2, at 11:30 AM MT in the lecture hall. Lunch will be provided! This is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn more about careers in pediatrics and pediatric specialties. All students are welcome to attend!  Please RSVP here so leaders […]

Do you like to read? Do you wish you had a group of friends to debate books (and other topics) with in Seattle? Book Club would like to invite everyone to join us in reading our next pick, Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese! The Literature Club at the UWSOM meets monthly to discuss books, chat, and […]

Applications for the AMA Foundation’s 2027 Physicians of Tomorrow (PoT) scholarship cycle are now open! The deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 19, 2027, at 9:59 PM PST.  With over 15 scholarship categories in a variety of focus areas, the AMA Foundation awards scholarships to a diverse cohort of medical students each year. To apply […]

The Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) Medical Student Advocacy Program is a program from the WSMA for medical students and residents who want to develop an understanding of Washington’s legislative process and issues important to the physician community. This includes learning how to be an effective advocate, engaging directly with legislators, and visiting the state […]