The Significance of the White Coat Ceremony at Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School On August 8, 2024, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School held its annual White Coat Ceremony, welcoming 172 new medical students into the fold. This event marked the 30th iteration of the ceremony, a significant milestone that symbolizes the students’ formal […]
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Advocate for Addiction Medicine: The Story of Cara Poland
The Transformative Impact of Cara Poland on Addiction Medicine and Healthcare Systems On August 1, 2024, Michigan State University published a report highlighting the remarkable contributions of Cara Poland, an internationally recognized mentor, educator, physician, and researcher specializing in advancements in addiction medicine. Serving as an associate professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and […]
White Coat Ceremony: Humanity and Responsibility in Medical Education
The Significance of White Coat Ceremonies in Medical Education On July 26, 2024, the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) held a white coat ceremony to welcome 165 new medical students, marking the beginning of their medical careers. This event was the first of two summer orientation activities at Rutgers University, with the second ceremony […]
