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General Information
THEME PROGRAMMING--health care (r)evolution
AMSA's 58th Annual Convention will focus on a new
era of physician advocacy. Students have been the change in health,
and it is time to reclaim the profession in the name of our patients.
The Convention will highlight how we as medical students can
take the next step to transform our passion and ideals into action
throughout our careers.
KICKOFF SYMPOSIUM
On Wednesday, March 12, 2008, the Convention
will begin with an all-day Kickoff Symposium on the health effects
of the environment. Topics will include climate change, pollution,
environmental racism and responsible urban development and will be
addressed in both plenary and break-out sessions.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
AMSA conventions always host world famous keynote speakers
and this year is no exception. Expect to be inspired and to reconnect
with what really matters in medicine.
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 |
9:20am - 10:10am
Integrating Environment, Human Health and Social Justice |
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THURSDAY, MARCH 13 |
11:00am - 11:30am
Welcome and Introductions
Mayor Bill White
City of Houston
11:00am - 12:30pm
David E. Persse, MD
Physician Director, Emergency Medical Services, Public Health Authority, Dept of Health and Human Services, Houston, TX
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FRIDAY, MARCH 14 |
8:00am - 9:30am
Catherine DeAngelis, MD, MPH
Editor-in-Chief of JAMA |
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SATURDAY, MARCH 15 |
9:00am - 10:30am
The Honorable James B. Peake, MD
Secretary of Veterans Affairs
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SUNDAY, MARCH 16 |
11:00am - 12:30am
M. Joycelyn Elders, MD
Former U.S. Surgeon General |
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RALLY WITH AMSA'S PHYSICIANS-IN-TRAINING
CONCERNED about our health care system? Why not let others know
how you feel? AMSA's Rally on Friday, March 14 gives you the opportunity
to let your voice be heard!
13th ANNUAL POSTER SESSION
The AMSA Poster Session is a popular annual event in which students
showcase current research on basic and clinical science, community
service, medical education and outstanding chapter activities.
Selected abstracts will be presented in poster form Thursday, March 13. More information...
5th ANNUAL RESIDENCY FAIR &
SPECIALTY SHOWCASE
It's never too early to start thinking about your career in medicine.
This fun event will allow attendees to discuss career development
options and residency and specialty programs with the experts
in an informal, interactive setting on Friday, March 14. Make sure to come and attend
this important event! Dozens of residency programs from around
the country will be in attendance, and they are here to answer
your questions and recruit you to their programs. Many specialty
organizations will be present as well to answer your questions.
Use them as your resource. Do not miss this event!
10th ANNUAL MEDICAL SCHOOL FAIR
If you're a premedical student confused about where to apply
to medical school, you won't want to miss this opportunity to
discuss your different options with school representatives. This
popular event on Saturday, March 15, will help you make more
informed decisions by discussing options with school representatives.
Medical Students--Sign
up now to represent your school.
5th ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION
Medicine is a blend of art and science. This year AMSA is fostering
the Art of Medicine by hosting the fifth annual student Art Exhibition.
Have any poetry or short stories you'd like to share? Any paintings?
Do you play an instrument, perform verse or dance? If you are
planning to come to convention and you have creativity you'd
like to share, please enter
your submission for AMSA's Fifth Annual Art Exhibition.
CLINICAL WORKSHOPS
Want to learn a new clinical skill? Get a jump on your clinical
years with sessions focusing on basic techniques such as airway
managemen, suturing, casting, and abortion. Don't miss out!
AMSA AWARDS
AMSA's annual awards are presented before each keynote session.
Awards include the Paul R. Wright Award for Excellence in Medical
Education, National Golden Apple Award and AMSA/GLMA LGBT Health Achievement Award.
PREMEDICAL PROGRAMMING
Many programs have been developed especially
for you, including the 10th Annual Medical School Fair. Start planning
now, and contact Tej Nuthulaganti,
AMSA premedical trustee, if you have any questions.
RESIDENT PROGRAMMING
Attention residents! Keeping your eyes on the prize can be tough
if you get isolated during residency or afterward. That's why
we're working to rejuvenate the resident section of AMSA. Join
us in Houston, TX for important discussions on how we can help
keep you going during residency and beyond.
PREMEDICAL, INTERNATIONAL AND RESIDENT/ALUMNI
CAUCUS'
There are several times throughout convention where these groups
of attendees will convene separately. On Saturday, March 15, caucuses will be held
for each individual group to choose the 2008-09 premedical, international
and resident trustees of the board of trustees. The premedical
regional directors and the associate international trustee will
also be elected during their respective caucus'.
REGIONAL MEETINGS
Regional meetings provide an outstanding opportunity for medical
students in the same
geographic area to get to know one another. In addition,
members can address important business items during these meetings,
including regional opinions on resolutions for the House of Delegates; election of regional trustees and regional
programming coordinators and plan the upcoming fall and spring
workshops.
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
A vital part of the health and evolution of our organization
is through AMSA's House of Delegates (HOD), where chapter delegates
vote on resolutions
submitted by AMSA members. The resolutions that pass become AMSA's
policies and principles. You will hear official, year-end
reports to the HOD from the executive director,
national president and treasurer, and vote on the candidates for national office
to lead your Association. Three committees are important to a
well-functioning HOD: reference, nominations and credentials. Committee members' convention
registration fees are waived for their service to the HOD.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
There is no place better than AMSA to become a leader in medicine
today. You will hear from physicians who started as leaders through
AMSA, and you can participate in a training session for Chapter
Officers to further develop your leadership skills. As the nation's
largest independent student-run organization, AMSA offers an
unprecedented number of leadership positions for medical students.
National opportunities are available in the following areas:
community and public health,
global health, health policy, humanistic
medicine, LGBT health,
medical education, minority health,
women's health, and
many more. Become a member of AMSA's Board
of Trustees to lead the national priorities of the association.
These opportunities are only available at the Annual Convention.
FUNDRAISING SUGGESTIONS
Having trouble gathering funds to send all of your chapter members?
Here are some
suggestions.
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