Program Application
Apply now to the Patient Advocacy Program for the 2009-2010 academic year. Deadline is February 13, 2009.
Eligibility
All Stanford undergraduate and medical students with a strong interest in and commitment to community health are eligible to apply to the Patient Advocacy Program.
Selection Factors
- Background in community health
- Demonstrated commitment to working with underserved populations
- Spanish language profeciency
- Commitment to year-long enrollment in MED 257
- Commitment to year-long weekly clinic shifts (3 to 4 hours)
Application Guidelines
If you are interested in applying, these are some important steps to take:
- Attend Informational Session on January 28, 5 pm, Alway M-108. Program Directors and student participants will be present to answer questions and provide more information about the Program.
- Carefully review program description and application materials.
- Submit completed application by February 13, 5 pm, to ptadvocacy@gmail.com.
- References
The Patient Advocacy Program requires contact information for two references. These should be professionals who can assess your personal and professional qualities (TA’s, employers, professors, mentors/advisors, etc).
Application Timeline
1/28/09: Program Information Session, 5 pm, Alway M-108
2/13/09: Applications due by 5 pm
3/6/09: Accepted students notified via email
For questions regarding the application process, please contact ptadvocacy@gmail.com.
