Applications are required to participate in Advanced Medical Academy (AMA) programs. These special programs have limited capacity (ranging from 10 – 20 students, depending on the program). Only Medical Academy Alumni (SMA-2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023; WMA-Mental Health Matters in Medicine; WMA-From Dreams to Reality: Become a Professional Nurse; WMA- Physician Assistants) are eligible to participate, including those who have served as a Group Leader/Mentor. Interested students and their parents are encouraged to review the information below, and reach out to the Center for Healthier Communities (858-966-7563) with any questions.
A Surgical Experience with Fresh Start – $600, includes course materials, t-shirt, parking & all meals. Transportation and Housing are not included.
Upcoming dates: November 3-5, 2023 and March 8-10, 2024
The FSSG Surgical Weekend cohort application is now open!
Applications are due by September 29, 2023 and selected participants will be notified by October 13, 2023. Limited spots are available!
Proceeds from the Medical Academy benefit the FACES for the Future-San Diego program at Rady Children’s, and are partially tax deductible.