Writing In The Health Professions Uf

University of Florida

Program Contact

Contact: Jordan Sharpshair, MS

Phone Number: (352) 294-8628

Email: UF-SHPEP@ufl.edu

Program Information

Location: University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Website: https://ufhealth.org/ufshpep

Start/End Dates: May 9, 2022 - June 17, 2022

Academic Credit: No

Overview

UF SHPEP is an immersive program where scholars will engage in case-based learning and interprofessional experiences. Scholars will learn to prepare for the rigors of professional school through our academic program and workshops on successful study strategies. The University of Florida Health Science Center (UFHSC) houses six health related colleges (Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health & Health Professions, and Veterinary Medicine). It is the only health science center in the southeast, and one out of three nationally, where all six colleges of health are co-located on the same campus. The UFHSC provides students who are interested in the medical, dental, pharmacy, or public health pathways an opportunity to explore career choices in a collaborative and collegial environment. Examples of UF SHPEP activities include:

Academic Enrichment: The academic enrichment component of the program enhances studying and test-taking abilities and improved knowledge of basic science principles. Scholars (a) review, acquire, integrate, and apply the basic science principles that underlie biomedical theory and practice; (b) analyze clinically relevant problems to recognize the molecular basis for the causes, effects, and methods of treatment of disease, and to excel in pre-professional course work; and (c) become aware of advances in health sciences and understand the contributions of research to health care.

Clinical Skill Laboratories:Scholars work with a human patient simulator to illustrate biological principles and laws of physics and chemistry in a hands-on manner utilizing customized scenarios and simulations such as the dangers of drug abuse or smoking.. The College of Dentistry offers laboratory experiences giving the scholars hands-on experiences in dental procedures, such as creating tooth composites and denture models.

Career Development Workshops: Scholars participate in activities designed to successfully guide them through the admissions process. Admissions oﬃcers will discuss the applications, interviewing, and ﬁnancial decisions and best practices for admissions success, such as community service, shadowing, and research experiences.

Health Policy Seminars & Interprofessional Education: Scholars take part in a series of seminars and workshops that examine topics such as the current U.S. healthcare industry and public policy, health disparity causes and solutions, and issues concerning lack of healthcare access. Scholars will also engage in interprofessional exercises to simulate the collaboration that occurs between professionals of the various health fields in providing patient care.

COVID-19 Institution Policies:

Masks are required for all indoor activities at this site.

Vaccination requirement- TBD

More information regarding the campus COVID-19 policies: TBD

Clinical Experience: We provide a variety of clinical rotations for scholars to learn more about their intended careers and engage in interprofessional learning experiences. Rotations will take place in the teaching clinics of the six colleges or in sites with interprofessional models of care and teaching.

Finances

Meals: Students will receive a meal subsidy.

Stipend: Scholars will receive $600 stipend, which will be distributed in three $200 installments in weeks 1, 4, and the week after the program has concluded.

Living

Social Activities: Scholars have a full menu of extracurricular activities to enjoy. Possible activities include: virtual mixers providing scholars with opportunities to get to know each other and program faculty, staff, and professional student mentors; meditation sessions and mental-health check-ins; and interactive games and competitions.