Future of Medicine Program

The Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society offers incoming high school juniors and seniors a chance to hear from medical professionals and look behind the scenes at medical facilities.

The 16-hour White Coat Week program lets students shadow a medical professional during their spring break. White Coat Week gives students a snapshot of the healthcare field.

The 56-hour in-person summer program lets students learn about different healthcare career paths while shadowing real medical professionals. Students in the in-person summer program will also obtain their two-year CPR certification.

Students taking the 16-hour virtual only program will hear presentations directly from those in the field. Learn about becoming a doctor, nurse, dentist, medical assistant, mental heath professional, pharmacist, and more. These two-hour Zoom meetings help students decide if medicine is for them.

Future of Medicine is free of charge and open for any student in the Sacramento region. Slots are limited and the application process is competitive. A panel of physicians will review applications and make recommendations for admittance. Students will be notified within three weeks of application deadline if they are accepted. Students attending Title I schools will receive special consideration.

For more information, contact Sam Mello at SMello@ssvms.org.