Inspiring Future Young Healthcare Leaders
By Anastazia Hartman | May 23Last weekend, a group of Department of Pathology members gathered alongside other Michigan Medicine departments to inspire the next
generation of healthcare leaders. The third annual Youth Summit at the Big House is a day-long event that provides middle school students from across Southeastern Michigan the opportunity to learn about health sciences and the diverse nature of the Michigan Medicine healthcare system.
Leading our departmental effort was Karen Barron, Allied Health Education Program Manager. Barron organized and led multiple hands-on simulations that showcase the vast array of work completed in our department and field of pathology. At the pathology station, students learned about urinalysis, phlebotomy, and tried out microscopy. "Youth Summit is rewarding because of the opportunity to empower students," said Barron. "After I talk them through performing venipuncture on the mannequin, I ask if they would like to try it on a real patient, and they often say “Yes, I think I would like to try that!”
Alongside Barron and other volunteers was, Dr. Kamran Mirza, Director of the Division of Education. "Participating in this youth summit was a transformative experience. Witnessing the curiosity and enthusiasm of young minds as they explored the possibilities of a future in medicine reminded me of the importance of representation and mentorship", said Mirza. "This event not only provided hands-on experiences and valuable resources but also fostered personal connections that can spark a lifelong passion for the health sciences. Seeing the potential in each student reaffirmed my commitment to nurturing the next generation of diverse medical professionals."
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Thank you to our volunteers who made this year's Youth Summit a success!
Karen Barron, Allied Health Education Manager
Dr. Kamran Mirza, Pathologist
Dr. David Gordon, Pathologist
Dr. Riccardo Valdez, Pathologist
Alexis Snyder, Pathologist Assistant
Cassidy Woods, Medical Technologist
Trisha Franklin, Medical Technologist
Efran Rastgoo, Medical Technologist
Carlton Mamo, Administrative Intern
Anastazia Hartman, Communications
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