The Department of Pediatrics is pleased to announce the Pediatrics Visiting Scholars Program for the current academic year. This program seeks to broaden representation within healthcare to reflect the populations served. The program is designed to provide 4th-year medical students exposure to general and subspecialty pediatric care in a tertiary medical center. In addition, we seek to to promote interest in academic medicine and community engagement. The scholars program is seeking applicants who have demonstrated vision and commitment to improving the health status of all patient populations. The Department of Pediatrics will select and award outstanding medical students who will have completed the core clinical clerkships at a LCME-accredited institution. The award will include:
- Housing for the 4-week rotation
- A stipend of $1,500 to cover other living expenses
- Opportunities to meet with selected faculty & departmental leadership
- Networking opportunities within the department and academic community at large
Program Description
Awardees will participate in the clinical activities within the Department of Pediatrics. The 4-week elective will include clinical activities, educational and research conferences, and mentoring opportunities.
Eligibility
- Fourth-year students at an LCME-accredited institution in good academic standing at the time of the elective
- Demonstrated commitment to improving the health status of all patient populations
Application Process
- Apply for an away elective through VSLO
- Complete the supplemental application online: https://weillcornell.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3rscwcdq3JTqP0V
- Submit a letter of support from the clerkship director or dean of academic affairs: https://weillcornell.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9tqxh8LT8nguoku
Application Deadline is April 30th.
Notification of Award will be made by mid-May
Please send inquiries and other correspondence to PedsMVP@med.cornell.edu.