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MEDICAL SCHOOLS:

Some of the distinguished New York area institutions that are participating in the NYLF/MED program include:

• New York University (NYU) School of Medicine
• Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
• New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS:

• New York is home to more medical schools than any other state in the country and educates 11 percent of the country’s medical students.
• A leading global city, New York exerts a powerful influence over global commerce, finance, media, culture, art, fashion, research, education, and entertainment.
• The Big Apple boasts many of the nation’s most visited landmarks in the nation, including the Statue of Liberty.
• Scholars will have the opportunity see New York Harbor by boat and will have an up-close and personal opportunity to take pictures of Lady Liberty. Scholars will also visit Ellis Island. Ellis Island is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the National Park Service. Nearly half of all American can trace their family history to at least one person who passed through the port of New York to at Ellis Island.
• Only minutes from Manhattan, scholars will stay in student residence halls on the campus of an nationally-ranked university. The campus offers a traditional university environment in the middle of the world’s most dynamic city.
• Students will enjoy a semi-formal dinner and dancing on the final evening of the program.

CLINICAL INSTITUTIONS:

Students have a wide variety of choices for their clinical visits, where they will participate in hands-on activities while learning about medical education. Past visits have included:

• Da Vinci Robot Surgical Broadcast at Mt. Sinai
• Elmhurst Hospital
• Long Island Jewish Hospital
• Northern New Jersey Perinatal Simulation Center
• SIAMEC-Simulated Interactive Advanced Medical Education Center

At the clinical institutions listed, scholars may have the opportunity to shadow or interact with healthcare professionals working in areas of Podiatry, Neonatal Services, Surgery and Emergency Services. Some scholars may also have the opportunity to witness the surgical treatment of prostate cancer using Da Vinci Robotics. Da Vinci Robotics involves the use of technology to treat various conditions including complex surgical procedures with a system that is considered to be minimally invasive.

SPEAKERS:

Speakers who have participated in past New York Forums include:

Barbara Ross-Lee, D.O., M.A.T., FACOFP Vice President for Health Sciences and Medical Affairs New York Institute of Technology Barbara Ross-Lee, D.O. has served as vice president for health sciences and medical affairs at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) since February 2001. While serving in this role, Dr. Ross-Lee was dean of the School of Allied Health and Life Sciences (2001-2002) and dean of the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (2002-2006). As vice president, she is responsible for all health and medical-related programs at NYIT including the Institute for Health Policy and Leadership, the Center for Global Health, and the Center for Culture and Humanism. Prior to her current position, she served as the dean of the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine (1993-2001) and the associate dean for Health Policy and Chairperson of the Department of Family Medicine at Michigan State University (1983-1993). She has published numerous scholarly articles, received seven honorary degrees and many awards and recognitions including the landmark National Institutes of Health (NIH) exhibition “Changing the Face of Medicine.”

Jordan Burnham, Active Minds As a high school senior, Jordan Burnham had everything to live for. He was popular, had good grades, and was a star athlete. However, Jordan secretly battled depression. As the pressures mounted, Jordan attempted to take his own life. Jordan's miraculous survival propelled him to begin to deal with his depression and learn healthier coping mechanisms. Today, Jordan's physical body is still recovering, but he has found emotional wellness through counseling, and a strong support system. His program educates students about depression, suicide, and coping mechanisms for young adults. Jordan has been featured in major Philadelphia print and broadcast news, appeared on CNN, Dr. Phil, and addressed a Congressional briefing on Capitol Hill. He has been featured in three documentaries, including one titled No Kidding, Me Too! Which was directed by Emmy winning actor Joey Pantoliano. Jordan is a Pittsburgh native and now studying communications at Montgomery County Community College in Philadelphia. Jordan has been speaking on his story and mental health all over the country for over a year and has been inspiring to audiences of all ages. It's a miracle that Jordan is alive after such devastating injuries. His brave and relatable presentation encourages students and informs them that talking about whatever they are going through is a sign of remarkable strength.

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Miami-Fort Lauderdale | New York | Philadelphia | Raleigh-Durham
San Francisco | Washington, D.C.