ABOUT US
The Student National Medical Association (SNMA) Birmingham Chapter is an organization led by medical students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Heersink School of Medicine. This organization is committed to supporting current and future underrepresented minority medical students, addressing the needs of underserved communities, and increasing the number of clinically excellent, culturally competent and socially conscious physicians.
OUR MISSION
To serve as a credible and accurate source of information relevant to minority issues in the field of medical education.
To encourage and foster the development of minority faculty in order to increase the presence of minority mentors and researchers in academic health centers.
To evaluate and cultivate the necessary measures to eradicate practices in the field of health profession education that compromises the goal of providing quality education to minorities
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Integrative Healthcare Summit is an immersive event tailored to high school and college students hosted by the UAB Heersink School of Medicine Chapter of SNMA. This event provides insight, exposure, and guidance into the diverse world of healthcare careers including but not limited to medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, public health, and optometry.
Our summit brings together aspiring healthcare professionals, accomplished practitioners, and educators to create an environment of learning, mentorship, and inspiration. The summit includes interactive workshops, networking opportunities, student and professional panels, and so much more!
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