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Medical Student Symposium

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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

 

Explore emergency medicine. Prepare for your path to residency.

This day-long symposium introduces medical students to the specialty of emergency medicine and offers practical guidance for navigating the residency application and Match process.

Learn from emergency medicine leaders, ask questions and connect with program and clerkship directors.

Who Should Attend

Medical students exploring a career in emergency medicine and/or preparing to apply for an emergency medicine residency.

What You’ll Explore

  • Clerkships and Away Rotations: Learn how these experiences fit into your path to residency.

  • Personal Statements: Explore strategies for sharing your experiences and career goals.

  • Interviews: Gain insights to help you prepare for conversations with programs.

  • The Match Process: Better understand the steps involved in applying and matching into emergency medicine.

Connect With Program Leaders

Meet emergency medicine program and clerkship directors throughout the day to learn about individual programs and ask questions as you consider your next steps.

 

 

 

 

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