Honors Medical Scholars Program: Pipeline to Primary Care Rob Campbell, MD Suzanne Leonard Harrison, MD John Turner, MS4 Helen Livingston, PhD Elizabeth Foster, PhD

Disclosures We have no financial disclosures We have no conflicts of interest All presenters are from Florida State University College of Medicine

Introduction of Speakers Rob Campbell Suzanne Harrison John Turner

Vision of the Program  The Honors Medical Scholars Program will embody the mission of the College of Medicine – to foster students to become compassionate and patient-centered physicians.  These future scholar-physicians will be exemplary representatives of this medical school through service to minority, rural, and medically underserved communities.

Mission The Honors Medical Scholars program recruits students interested in medicine who demonstrate a high level of academic ability, a heart for service, and a sincere concern for vulnerable populations through volunteering. The program develops resilient and adaptable scholars, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and compassion to become medical students who reflect the values and mission of the College of Medicine with goals of becoming personally fulfilled interdependent, socially responsible individuals.

Values Statement Within a caring, respectful, environment, the program inspires Honors Medical Scholars to achieve the highest standards of intellectual, academic, professional, and personal development. The program encompasses comprehensive mentoring, advising, and experiences that foster a community of scholars who value academic excellence, service to vulnerable populations, leadership, and the development of professional and personal competencies needed for success in medical school and in the practice of medicine.

History of the Program Program begun in 2006 FSU Honors Program Partnership Applicant selection: – Interest in medicine – Record of volunteer and service activities – Strong academic qualifications – Applicant diversity and likelihood of serving as primary care physician in areas of need

Admission Process Three step admissions process: 1.To FSU as a freshman for fall admission 2.To the FSU Honors Program 3.To the Honors Medical Scholars Program

The Application Looking beyond the minimal requirements Extensive application Academic profile, family background, medically related service, self-critical essay Letters of recommendation from teachers and counselors All applications and letters reviewed by HMS Directors Top Candidates invited to interview must demonstrate Authentic service to others through volunteerism and community involvement Knowledge of the medical profession, specifically in primary care and family medicine Sincere interest in helping others in need

Program Interview Interview Day All day event in Spring Candidates, parents and guests invited to campus Tours and presentations showcasing FSU Campus, Honors Program, and the College of Medicine The Interview Candidates have two, 30 minute interviews College of Medicine Admissions and Selection Committee Faculty Admissions team meets at end of day to discuss candidates

Program Components Mentorship by faculty, staff, and medical students at College of Medicine Individualized pre-professional advising Community of scholars who share similar goals Service, leadership, and social activities through Honors Medical Scholars Society Contact with COM faculty

Faculty Mentorship and Advising HMS students required to meet with faculty at least once every semester – Review of academics – Course choice and schedule feedback – Review of service activities – Review of shadowing experiences – Life events and stressors Continuity provides opportunity for faculty to know students well

Levels of Mentorship Faculty Mentorship Mentor/Mentee pairing Dinners with the Medical Students

Honors Medical Scholars Society Student-run society Leadership opportunities Encompasses undergraduate and medical school years

Service Opportunities

Undergraduate Program Standards Maintain good standing with the FSU Honors College Meet regularly with mentors and advisors Active participation in HMS Program activities Demonstrate professional behavior and values consistent with the medical profession Involve yourself in activities that reflect a joy of life-long learning, service and personal growth

Admission to College of Medicine Uphold HMS Program standards Demonstrate commitment and continued engagement in HMS 3.5 overall GPA with strong science grades MCAT score of 26 or higher Encouraged to apply through the Early Decision Program Successfully medical school admissions interview

Encouraging Primary Care Selection of students with traits consistent with those most likely to choose primary care specialty Primary care exposure – One of the program directors is a Family Physician – Primary care topics at meetings – Speakers often represent primary care specialties Service activities related to underserved populations Reinforce primary care concepts through feedback on student reflective writing when appropriate

Program Data and Outcomes Admission and retention data Demographics Outcomes – Admission to medical school – Medical school graduation – Specialty choice

Applicants and Matriculants Admission highly selective, becoming more competitive Small cohorts keep program focus on students’ personal and professional development Program retention is 86.6% YearApplicants to HMSMatriculants to FSU% matriculated to FSU % % % % % % % % %

Geographic Distribution Northwest18 North/NE16 Central15 West coast18 South10

Student Demographics

Academic Profile Grade Point Averages: College GPA: 3.85 Science GPA: 3.80 Test Score Averages: Average MCAT : 29.9 MCAT Range:

Medical School Admission 95.5% medical school admission rate – 45 medical school applicants since 2009 – 43 admitted as of January Scholars currently at FSU College of Medicine 2 Scholars are enrolled at other Florida medical schools 3 Scholars have graduated from FSU COM

Specialty Choice 2014: First group to graduate medical school – All 3 scholars (now physicians) graduated from FSU COM – Specialty Choice / Residency Match Pediatrics: 2 Psychiatry: : Second cohort will graduate in May of this year – All 7 scholars will graduate from FSU COM – Specialty Choice / Application to Residency Family Medicine: 2 Pediatrics: 2 Internal Medicine: 1 Ob/Gyn: 1 Surgery: 1

Applicability to Other Institutions Pipeline program Essential resources – Established faculty time to advise students and attend events – Clinical faculty lends credibility to program – Administrative support – Relatively small budget

The Student Experience Personality of the Program Changes over Time Benefits – Undergraduate – Medical Student

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