The University of Texas Dental Branch and Medical School at Houston
Houston, Texas

Overview

The University of Texas Dental Branch and Medical School at Houston will provide students from backgrounds that are underrepresented in dentistry and medicine, including those who have show an interest in serving the underserved, an opportunity to participate in the Summer Medical and Dental School Program (SMDEP). The mission of SMDEP is to assist students in enhancing their knowledge, skills, and attitudes to make them more competitive and improve their chances of becoming successful applicants to either a medical or dental school of their choice.

SMDEP serves to advance our institution's core missions of providing the highest quality education, conducting the highest caliber or research in biomedical and health sciences, and providing exemplary clinical care in a diverse and culturally competent environment.

Students will experience academic enrichment in five core areas including microbiology, anatomy and physiology, pre-calculus/calculus, physics, and organic chemistry. In addition, students will participate in study and communication skills, financial planning, career development, and academic counseling. Students will be involved in clinical experiences in such areas as emergency medicine, family practice, internal medicine, restorative dentistry, and oral surgery. All students will participate in admission discussions and simulated interviews as preparation for the formal application process. Social interactions with others enrolled in the SMDEP program, medical and dental students, and faculty will enrich the experience.

Finances

• Meals: Meal plan for breakfast and dinner 7 days a week at Memorial Herman Hospital, plus stipend support for lunches and some catered meals

• Travel Assistance: Not provided

• Stipend: Three installments at the beginning, middle, and end of program

Living

• Housing: Rice University air-conditioned dorm room

• Health Insurance: Not provided. The University of Houston Health Science Center's Student Health Services will be available on an acute-care basis

• Social Activities: Group activities include visits to local attractions such as: NASA (behind the scenes), the Museums of Health and Science, Museum of Fine Arts or Natural Science, and an Astros game. Special events include welcome party, cultural activities, talent show, Birthday Celebrations and other events.

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