AOA - OMED23 AOIA Future of Medicine Collection-296962

296962 - Article 2

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Emilia Ledda, a third-year medical student at Rocky Vista University, shares her insights on integrating digital health into medical education from a student’s perspective. She emphasizes the importance of pursuing unconventional paths in medicine, highlighting the value of a self-starter attitude and recognizing that location should not be a limitation.<br /><br />Key learning objectives from her perspective include: preparing for future careers by understanding the value of non-traditional paths, identifying strategies for effective networking, and gaining a basic understanding of emerging medical technologies. She stresses the importance of integrating technology into medical studies, notably through applications in research and elective rotations she refers to as "innovation rotations."<br /><br />Emilia, who was born in Rome and obtained her B.S. in Nutritional Science from Michigan State University in 2019, is now part of Rocky Vista University’s Digital Health Track. She aspires to leverage functional neuroimaging to quantify measures in psychiatry.<br /><br />Emilia encourages narrowing down interests by setting clear, purposeful goals in one's field of interest. As an example, she suggests employing generative AI in dermatology to minimize human error and enhance patient care.<br /><br />To discover innovative methods and ideas, she recommends using platforms like LinkedIn and attending conferences, and staying informed through websites such as Digital.Health. She also underscores the importance of robust networking skills, including crafting effective elevator pitches, drafting emails to initiate contact, and seeking insider knowledge about upcoming events.<br /><br />Ultimately, Emilia advises advocating for oneself by showcasing a proactive and self-starting approach in all endeavors. She concludes by inviting questions and offering her email for further discussion.

Keywords

digital health

medical education

innovation rotations

networking strategies

emerging technologies

functional neuroimaging

generative AI

psychiatry

self-starter attitude

Rocky Vista University