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Friday, May 24, 2024

Rutgers Biomedical Masters Virtual Open House - June 5th

 Dear UF Pre-Health Students,

 

I hope this message finds you well. I am pleased to inform you that we will be hosting our next open house on Wednesday, June 5th, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. For the past 13 years, we have successfully guided students toward careers as physicians and other healthcare professionals.

 

We encourage any interested students to attend this event, as they can learn more about the opportunities and support we provide.

 

Thank you for your continued collaboration.

Program Website

Open House Registration

 

Sincerely,

 

Dr. Joe Kramer

 

Joe Kramer, Ph.D.

Asst Professor, Dept. of Pathology

Director of Master of Biomedical Sciences Program, SGS

Rutgers University-RBHS-RWJMS

kramerjo@rwjms.rutgers.edu

 

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Online/Hybrid Intensive EMT-B Certification Course

 Title: Intensive Hybrid/Online EMT-B Course

Organization: Yeshiva University EMS Club/AuraPrep

Department: NYS Department of Health and National Registry EMT (NREMT) recognized 

Website: https://forms.gle/6hshDzbyi6Pab1dCA

Hours per week: 40 hours.

Desired Start Date: June 17, 2024

Desired End Date: July 5, 2024

Location: Online / 245 Lexington Ave, New York, NY-10016

Course Fee: $1500 + $28 for State Exam (if not from NY, extra charge of $98 for the NREMT exam)

Description: 

*Classes will be mostly online with five in-person sessions for skills*

You can read here our amazing reviews


June Intensive Course (Y#40):

  • 6/17-7/5  (Zoom sessions 10am-2pm)
  • In-person sessions will be from 6/30-7/5. Practical State Exam 7/5.
  • Location will be at the YU midtown Manhattan campus located at 245 Lexington Avenue, or at our satellite location on Broadway*
  • *Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, the dates and place are subject to change
  • Upon successful completion of the course, you'll get an EMT-B license from the NYS-DOH and BLS (CPR) by the AHA. You will also be eligible to take the national online NREMT exam in order to become nationally certified and practice in your home state.

Qualifications: Must be 17 years old. No need to be a resident or have a driver's license.


Application Instructions:

Please fill out this form if you are interested:
https://forms.gle/6hshDzbyi6Pab1dCA

Flyer: https://forms.gle/6hshDzbyi6Pab1dCA

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to:

Email LearnEMT@gmail.com, and Bepstei4@mail.yu.edu, or estrassm@mail.yu.edu

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

American Student Dental Association Pre-Dental Webinar

 Hi Pre-Dental Students!


I hope you’re doing well! My name is Razel, and I am a dental student from A.T. Still University - Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. I am one of the Pre-Dental Co-Chairs of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) District 10, alongside Collin from the University of Utah School of Dentistry.


We wanted to extend an invitation to you all to join us for 'Coffee and Conversations' on Saturday, May 25th, 2024 (9 AM PST / 10 AM MST). During this event, we will host an ADEA AADSAS application walkthrough and discuss tips and tricks for the dental school application process, including the DAT, extracurriculars, letters of recommendation, and personal statements. Additionally, we will have breakout rooms for each dental school, where you can ask current dental students from ASDA District 10 any questions you may have.


If you are interested in attending, please fill out this Google Form HERE! We look forward to seeing you there! Giveaways will be provided at the end of the Zoom session! :)


We ask that you please share this email with the pre-dental students in your pre-dental club or society! Thank you!


What: 'Coffee and Conversations' (
ADEA AADSAS application walkthrough)

When: Saturday, May 25th, 2024 (9 AM PST / 10 AM MST) 

Where: Zoom (info provided below)


Zoom meeting information: 

Topic: Coffee & Conversations

Time: May 25, 2024 09:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)


Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83992810285?pwd=3q0LycV86xRb6cvwoJh5Kx6osvwf22.1


Meeting ID: 839 9281 0285

Passcode: ASDA10


Sincerely,
Razel and Collin
ASDA D10 Pre-Dental Co-Chairs

Friday, May 17, 2024

Education Spectrum Newsletter: May Resources and Opportunities

 

Education & Certification | Trending Topics

EDUCATION SPECTRUM NEWSLETTER

CELEBRATE. ENGAGE. IGNITE.

ACLM's 20th Anniversary

We are thrilled to embark on the joyous journey of commemorating the American College of Lifestyle Medicine’s 20th anniversary in 2024. You are invited to join us in reflecting on the remarkable two decades that have shaped ACLM’s story.

Lifestyle Medicine Week is a global celebration of healthy behaviors and a public awareness campaign on the impact our choices can have on chronic disease. Access social media resources to share within your personal and professional networks during LM Week 2024.

 

Historic Blue Zones Partnership

The American College of Lifestyle Medicine and Blue Zones® are building healthy communities together.

We come together with a united vision of a nation and world made of healthier, stronger, and more resilient communities. This partnership combines proven, powerful methods inside and outside hospital/clinic walls to ignite transformation of our current broken healthcare system. Learn more.

Embark on Your Lifestyle Medicine Certification Journey

... or share with a colleague!

Certification Webinar

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | 11:00 AM CT

Join the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine (ABLM) and guest Amy Mechley, MD, DipABLM, FACLM, for a webinar to learn more about certification in the field of lifestyle medicine.

 

We will discuss the framework and benefits of lifestyle medicine certification. We’ll also review the certification requirements and process, as well as what maintenance of certification (MOC) involves.

Register for Webinar

Prerequisites and Preparation Resources

Lifestyle Medicine Conference

Orlando, FL | Online

October 27-30, 2024

LM2024 is the premiere Lifestyle Medicine event where attendees gather online and in-person to learn about the latest research, explore implementation models, and hear about cutting-edge advancements in the field from top experts.

 

To note:

- Attendance at LM2024, either in person or online, qualifies as a prerequisite for Lifestyle Medicine Certification.

- ACLM Members, Students, Residents, and Fellows qualify for discounted registration rates.

 

Sponsorship: Learn more.

Speakers: Read more.

Call for Proposals: Research Abstracts due May 29th.

Register for LM2024

Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Course

30 CME | CE

An evidence-based, comprehensive course that builds a foundation for your lifestyle medicine practice.

 

 

Featured Blog: Why use the Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Course to prepare for certification?

 

Register - 30 CME | CE

Lifestyle Medicine Question Bank

8 CME | CE

A compilation of 200 practice questions designed to help prepare you for the lifestyle medicine certification exam.

 

 

 

Register - 8 CME | CE

Learn More About Lifestyle Medicine

Lifestyle Medicine & Food As Medicine Essentials Course

FREE 5.5 CME | CE

Provides a foundational, evidence-based introduction to the field, and focused nutrition education for the prevention and treatment of chronic disease.

 

Use code "WHC22" at checkout.

AJLM CME/CE Articles

CME | CE

ACLM and the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine (AJLM) are pleased to offer CME/CE for one (1) journal article in each of the six (6) bi-monthly AJLM issues.

 

 

Articles will also offer ABLM MOC for those certified in lifestyle medicine. ACLM members can earn FREE CME/CE credit by reading the CME/CE article and successfully completing the online CME/CE activity. Available to non-members for $40 per article, this is a great way to access lifestyle medicine learning.

Food As Medicine

ACLM is pleased to offer a breadth of CME/CE educational courses, research, tools and resources to support health professionals and patients in their journey to use food as medicine.

Explore All Courses

Earn ACLM's Type 2 Diabetes Remission Certificate

18 CME | CE

Equips clinicians to use intensive, evidence-based lifestyle medicine therapies to send type 2 diabetes into remission and reverse insulin resistance.

Register - 18 CME | CE + Certificate

Explore Academic Curricula and Resources

Join the July Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group Orientation

Deadline: June 28th, 2024

Don't have an LMIG on your campusApply today! LMIGs have been established across the country and have been instrumental in advocating for curriculum reform within many health professional training programs.

Apply

Explore Lifestyle Medicine Residency Curriculum Programs

The ACLM LMRC Directory enables you to locate residency programs implementing the Lifestyle Medicine Residency Curriculum (LMRC). The LMRC consists of both educational and practicum components.

 

Upon completion, residents qualify to sit for the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine (ABLM) certification exam.

Access the LMRC Directory

Medical School Curriculum Certification Announcement

The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville (SOMG) and Loma Linda University School of Medicine (LLUSM) are the first to earn the highest recognition of a "Platinum Plus" certification designation for the significant level of undergraduate lifestyle medicine curricula within their programs.

 

ACLM extends our gratitude to the Ardmore Institute of Health for their generous support of the UME Curriculum Certification project and pilot scholarships.

Read the Announcement

Academic Pathway for Health Professionals

Rolling Applications

Faculty members who teach in health professions master’s and doctoral programs can help their students achieve certification in lifestyle medicine by applying for a course waiver with ACLM.

Learn More

Featured Blog

Reigniting the flame: a medical student’s journey with lifestyle medicine

 

 

Jaron Gerber wondered if he really wanted to become a doctor. The first-year medical student felt stressed, unhappy, and unhealthy, despite his longtime interest in healthy lifestyles and longevity.

 

His wife, hoping to find an area of medicine to inspire Jaron, searched online until she found the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Read Jaron’s story of how lifestyle medicine reignited his passion and why he is determined to match with a residency program that integrates lifestyle medicine into the curriculum.

Read the Article

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

 

Exclusive Discounts

ACLM members enjoy exclusive discounts on educational courses and events. Make the most of your membership or join today!

Recent AJLM CME/CE Article

Prevalence of Sleep Disorders and the Effect of Sleep Health Education on Sleep Quality in Pregnant Women With Sleep Disorders

Elevate your team's expertise in lifestyle medicine with our tailored training solutions designed to empower healthcare professionals at scale. From introductory courses to certification, we offer flexible programs to meet the unique needs of your team.

 

Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you unleash the full potential of your workforce in lifestyle medicine.

Access the Article

lifestylemedicine.org

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