AOCOPM 2023 Midyear Educational Conference-Y - AOCOPM Update (Student Panel)

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Video Summary

The video involves a group discussion with medical students, early career physicians, and board members about the field of preventive medicine. Dr. Jeff Nyland and other recent graduates, such as Dr. Luther, Dr. Jalen Newsome, Dr. Corey Morris, and Dr. Agarwal, share their experiences and aspirations within preventive and occupational medicine. They discuss their paths into medicine, the allure of preventive care, and ways to enhance student involvement and mentorship. Dr. Newsome highlights the significance of early prevention, especially emphasized due to COVID-19. Students advocate for a structured mentorship program and increased networking opportunities within the organization to promote retention and engagement. There is a collective appreciation for the community feel within the organization, and the idea of offering CME-tracking to streamline professional development is suggested. The session concludes with an affirmation to continue these annual meetings for continued community building.

Keywords

preventive medicine

mentorship

networking

early prevention

CME-tracking

community building