Covenant Preparatory School, an all-boys, non-denominational middle school in the North Hartford Promise Zone, aims to provide underserved young men with a strong academic and character foundation for future success. The tutoring program would allow a longitudinal relationship for medical/dental students to tutor in math, science, and language arts for one hour weekly, helping students develop critical thinking skills. Some students require extra help, and some are looking for a challenge. The initiative would create leadership opportunities for medical/dental students and enhance their mentorship skills, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship between UConn School of Medicine and the local community. The program offers flexible self-scheduling but does ask for a minimum commitment of 1 hour per week.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Kirsten Ek

Student Contact:
Adam Lamothe, adlamothe@uchc.edu

The primary purpose and intention of the HFSO at UConn School of Medicine is to advocate for human life by means of undertaking disaster relief efforts, as well as human development projects for socially disadvantaged communities in collaboration with Humanity First USA (HF-USA). Any HF-USA programs that HFSO at UConn School of Medicine members would like to partake in such as Water for Life, Our Kids Our Future, and others will have to be approved by HF-USA. Particularly, HFSO at UConn School of Medicine focuses on three major aims: Education Project, annual medical service trips to disadvantaged communities, and community outreach.

The Education Project provides UConn School of Medicine first and second-year medical and dental students with the opportunity to act as tutors in one-on-one settings for disadvantaged students around America in subjects such as mathematics, sciences, and English. Humanity First USA has annual service trips internationally in which students are given the opportunity to shadow physicians, take vitals, scribe, and experience international medical systems. Lastly, the HFSO at UConn School of Medicine will emphasize community outreach. Specifically, we want to expand the Education Project opportunity to local communities such as Hartford school districts, as well as to other regions that would be interested in educational opportunities. In addition, the HFSO will run used glasses drives, work with local food pantries, and look to provide further community outreach volunteer opportunities for UConn School of Medicine members.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Dharamainder Choudhary

Student Contacts:
Anthony Zhang, anzhang@uchc.edu
Jimin Shin, jishin@uchc.edu
Cesar Rubio-Ramos, rubioramos@uchc.edu
Param Patel, parapatel@uchc.edu

It was not long ago when the majority of people could expect to die from infections. The development of antibiotics, vaccination, and public sanitation revolutionized medicine, giving more of us the opportunity to succumb to heart disease and cancers. But a surge of issues makes infectious diseases and microbiology perhaps the most pressing medical challenge of our time. Widespread antimicrobial resistant “superbugs,” vaccine-hesitant populations, climate change bringing tropical diseases and strange new fungi to more polar latitudes, and a myriad of other challenges are anticipated to make infectious diseases the number one cause of mortality in the Global North and South alike by 2050.

But not all is lost, and not all microbes are bad. We are at the beginning of a renaissance of microbial-based therapeutics: phage and bacteriophore treatments for infections, engineered probiotics for a vast range of pursuits, viral and bacterial vectors for oncolytic therapies. We are seeing a new age of “interventional” microbiology.

More than any other field, whether you are a physician, a researcher, or a public health worker, when dealing with infectious diseases you need to be up to date on the relevant clinical medicine, basic science, and public health. That’s why the IDIG encompasses students from the medical school, dental school, school of public health, and anyone else who is interested. We host career panels, expert speakers, journal clubs, and outreach events. No matter your field, microbiology and infectious diseases will play a role, so come learn and rise to the challenge of the century.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. David Banach

Student Contacts:
Emma Carlson, emcarlson@uchc.edu
Ajshe Zulfi, zulfi@uchc.edu

The Internal Medicine Scholars/Internal Medicine Interest Group meets on the second Wednesday of every month at the homes of various faculty members. Students from all years have the chance to socialize with their classmates as well as to meet clinical faculty who they may not have the chance to work with until their third or fourth year. Each meeting focuses on a different specialty within internal medicine (primary care, cardiology, nephrology, etc.), allowing students to learn more about careers within the field. One or more faculty members are invited to share information about their career paths, training, their specialty, and the different ways it can be practiced. Additionally, at each meeting fourth-year medical students intending to pursue Internal Medicine give clinical case presentations focusing on the specialty of the month and highlight the latest news from the clinical literature. Presentations are formatted to engage all levels of students. Fourth-year students also serve as quizmasters for the annual Jeopardy tournament.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Jaclyn Cox

Student Contacts:
Ireoluwatomiwa Opayemi, opayemi@uchc.edu
Dean Kim, dkim@uchc.edu

The Interventional Radiology Interest Group is designed to expose medical students to the field of interventional radiology, which uses image-guided, minimally invasive treatments to treat a wide array of conditions in all parts of the body. Interventional radiology is the newest ACGME approved residency, which allows students to gain experience in interventional radiology after completing the fundamental training in diagnostic radiology. This year we plan to host an "Introduction to Interventional Radiology" meeting as well as several presentations from practicing interventional radiologists and a special ultrasound guided biopsy simulation event.

Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Michael Baldwin
Dr. Charan Singh

Student Contact:
Omar Moustafa Omar Fathy, oomar@uchc.edu

The UConn Jewish Medical and Dental Student Association is a resource for both current and prospective medical and dental students aiming to enrich students' understanding of Jewish culture and religious practices and how Judaism relates to the practice of medicine. The organization also aims to connect Jewish students with one another and with Jewish faculty at UConn Schools of Medicine and School of Dental Medicine. The UConn JMDSA is open to people of all backgrounds and we look forward to seeing you at our events!

Potential Events (Post COVID):

• Guest speakers
• Social gatherings
• Shabbat and/or holiday dinners

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Isaac Moss

Student Contacts:
Sarah Herbsman, herbsman@uchc.edu
Jason Deck, deck@uchc.edu
Bennett Propp, propp@uchc.edu

The purpose of the UConn LMSA is to address the health needs of the Latino community, as well as to promote the interests and support of those students who identify themselves as Latino students of the UConn School of Medicine through social, cultural, educational, political and other activities.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Amanda Hernandez-Jones

Student Contacts:
Co-Presidents
Andrea Rodriguez Melendez, rodriguezmelendez@uchc.edu
Ariel Kogan Zajdman,koganzajdman@uchc.edu

The Learning Interest Group will be a dynamic community dedicated to exploring scientifically validated learning strategies and techniques, as well as delving into the intricacies of how we learn. Comprised of enthusiastic learners and in collaboration with the Learning Center, our group will be driven by a shared passion for understanding the most effective methods of acquiring knowledge and skills both in medical/dental school and as lifelong learners. Through collaborative discussions, workshops, and seminars, we will delve into cognitive science research to uncover the principles that underpin successful learning. From spaced repetition and retrieval practice to metacognitive strategies and the role of motivation, our group will explore a wide array of topics aimed at optimizing the learning process. By fostering an environment of curiosity and experimentation, we will empower members to apply evidence-based approaches to their own learning journeys, ultimately enhancing their ability to master new concepts and achieve their educational goals.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Rhonda Mudry

Student Contacts:
Aren Watt, awatt@uchc.edu
Cade Friedman,  cfriedman@uchc.edu

The Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group, working with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) as well as the UConn graduate and undergraduate programs, aims to explore Lifestyle Medicine through three main avenues. Our first aim is to spread information about the lifestyle medicine field, how students can explore it, and how lifestyle medicine can help patients in any field. Our second aim is to promote lifestyle medicine to our community through service and community projects. Lastly, we aim to promote healthy habits for students that they will learn for themselves and be able to share with their future patients.

Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Helen Wu
Dr. Varalakshmi Niranjan
Dr. Mahima Gulati

Student Contact:
Lucia Duenas-Bianchi, duenasbianchi@uchc.edu

The purpose of this organization is to represent the interest of the combined medical and dental classes in academic, cultural and social spheres.

MDSG Officers 2025-2026:
President: Fabio Saccomanno
Medical Vice President: Muhammad Hamdan
Dental Vice President: Joseph Nelson
Treasurer: Rileey Cable
Secretary: Mikaela Kutrolli

Dental Class Representatives:
2028 Class: Enzo Abruzzese
2027 Class: Madison Witt
2026 Class: Maxwell Marks
2025 Class: David Cruzate

Medical Class Representatives:
2028 Class: Fabio Saccomanno
2027 Class: Nicolette Meka
2026 Class: Renee Taylor
2025 Class: Grace McCann

Social Chairs:
2028 Class, Dental: Katie Henderson
2028 Class Medical: Gaganjot Bedi and Zach Giguere
2027 Class, Dental: Christina Budzinski
2027 Class, Medical: Eddy Ansari and Nick Russello

Medical Students for Choice (MSFC) is a nationally recognized non-profit network of over 10,000 medical students and residents in the United States and Canada. MSFC is dedicated to ensuring that women receive the full range of reproductive health care choices. MSFC recognizes that one of the greatest obstacles to safe and legal abortion is the absence of trained providers. As medical students and residents, we work to make reproductive health care, including abortion, a part of standard medical education and residency training. Examples of past events have included a renowned abortion provider speaking about his experiences, a panel discussion showcasing a whole range of opinions and experiences with reproductive health care, a “contraception night” held in concert with Planned Parenthood, lunch-and-learns about abortion laws, film screenings, and much more. Participation in MSFC also affords students the opportunity to shadow at an abortion clinic and attend the national conference to network with future reproductive health providers from across the country.

More information about the national organization can be found on the Medical Students for Choice website.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Cara Delaney

Student Contacts:

Anusha Attre, attre@uchc.edu
Claire Chang, clchang@uchc.edu
Chloe Li, chlli@uchc.edu

The Med-Peds Interest Group provides students with the opportunity to explore the field of medicine-pediatrics (med-peds). This group will meet monthly, and meetings may be in-person and/or virtual depending on the specific event. Monthly meetings will typically involve speaker events where med-peds faculty members share information about their training, career path, and current roles and answer student questions. Events may also include collaborative events with similarly oriented interest groups and information sessions about med-peds residency programs, the application process, and national med-peds organizations such as NMPRA. These events will allow students from all classes to network with faculty in their fields of interest, meet fellow students with similar interests, and ultimately, gain exposure to career options within med-peds early in their medical education.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Anna Hallemeier

Student Contact:
Priya Gupta, prgupta@uchc.edu

The Military Service Interest Group (MSIG) at UConn Health is an organization that provides information, support, and opportunities for students interested in caring for military members and their families. This includes those interested in various types and lengths of service from volunteering to pursuing a career in the military as a healthcare professional. Beyond military service guidance, mentorship, and opportunities, we also serve our local community in outreach to local veterans and welcome all students to join!

Goals, Activities, and Events:

• Provide resources about healthcare opportunities in military service, including contact with recruiters
• Educate students at all levels of education about opportunities and benefits of service in the military (such as the Health Professions Scholarship Program)
• Establish camaraderie and mentorship amongst prospective, active, and retired military healthcare professionals
• Prepare students for basic officer training courses, military residency applications, and help their transition from civilian to military lifestyle
• Learn from UConn faculty and alumni who have served in the military, whether Active Duty or Reserves
• Host military guest speaker events
• Participate in community volunteering and service to local veterans

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. John Agar

Student Contacts:
President: Lenka Serdar, lserdar@uchc.edu
Vice-President: Stephen Ogarepke, ogarekpe@uchc.edu

Join in on the fun of musical expression within the UConn Health community through Music in Medicine! Amidst the hustle and bustle of healthcare, this group provides a platform for all musical individuals to showcase their talents and passions. From guitars and clarinets to violins, we embrace a broad range of instruments, fostering an inclusive environment for all instrumentalists. As UConn Health's first instrumental ensemble, Music in Medicine is committed to fostering collaboration, community, and artistic expression. Our performances will span various venues (hospitals, nursing homes, etc.), creating spaces where every member can actively participate and showcase their unique talents. The group will comprise a main chamber ensemble, with aspirations for a full orchestra in the future. Additionally, smaller groupings of
instruments will be coordinated to ensure that every member has the opportunity to perform. Weekly rehearsals will provide a dedicated time for musicians, whether you're returning to your instrument after a few years or eagerly seeking the chance to play with others.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Hugh Blumenfeld

Student Contact:
Yee Won Kim, yeekim@uchc.edu

The aim and purpose of the Medical/Dental Muslim Student Association is to serve the interest of Muslim students at the UConn School of Medicine and School of Dental Medicine. The Medical/Dental MSA seeks to provide essential Islamic services/resources to its membership with the intention of (1) fostering spiritual and religious development, (2) promoting and providing community service activities, (3) facilitating dialogue and partnerships with non-Muslim students, and (4) creating a forum for healthy intellectual and social discourse. Although we are focused on Muslim students, our doors are open to people of all backgrounds.​

Community Activities: 

• Jummah Prayers
• Social Gatherings
• Ramadan Iftars
• Eid Celebration
• Guest Speakers
• Volunteer Opportunities

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Khamis Abu-Hasaballah

Student Contacts:
Nora Akila, akila@uchc.edu
Wesia Malik, wmalik@uchc.edu

Narrative Medicine is the discipline of applying the skills used in analyzing literature to interviewing patients. The premise of narrative medicine is that how a patient speaks about his or her illness or complaint is analogous to how literature offers an interconnected series of events with characters and is filled with metaphors, and that becoming conversant with the elements of literature facilitates understanding the stories that patients bring. At its core, narrative medicine is medicine practiced with narrative competence, which is the learned ability to listen, absorb, and really be moved to action and advocacy by stories of illness. Put simply, narrative medicine is clinical practice fortified by the knowledge of what to do with stories.

Put another way, narrative medicine is an alternative medical approach to patient encounters that utilizes patients’ narratives in clinical practice and education to promote healing. Beyond attempts to reach accurate diagnoses, it aims to address the relational and psychological dimensions that occur in tandem with physical illness. Narrative medicine aims not only to validate the experience of the patient, but it also encourages creativity and self-reflection in the physician. The ideal result is a physician well-versed in both evidence-based medicine and narrative medicine, meaning they are both scientifically and narratively competent, who henceforth is able to listen to a patient’s story and understand the significance of the patient’s suffering.

The Narrative Medicine Interest Group will promote the acquisition of narrative competence with lessons on how to apply it in clinical practice. We will host a series of workshops, with the initial focus being discussion of select pieces of literature (prose and poetry), visual art, and music in an effort to develop narrative competence. Subsequent workshops will focus on stories of illness and disability. At every workshop, students will write to prompts as a means to engage their sensibilities. Together, participants will decide how best to weave narrative medicine teaching into the curriculum.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Adam Perrin, perrin@uchc.edu

Student Contact:
Nicolette (Niki) Meka, meka@uchc.edu

Oncology Student Interest Group (OSIG) facilitates meetings and activities for interested students and trainees to learn more about cancer, patient care, and pursuing a career in oncology. We have meetings throughout the school year. Past and upcoming events include panel discussions, social meetups, mock tumor boards, and more.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Swarup Kumar

Student contacts:
Jessica Munck, munck@uchc.edu
Ryan Hannon, rhannon@uchc.edu
Renee Taylor, rtaylor@uchc.edu

The Ophthalmology Interest Group serves to educate students about the field of ophthalmology through panel discussions, case-based presentations, and experiential hands-on sessions. We provide mentorship about research opportunities and the residency application process. Broadly, we introduce students to the various subspecialties within ophthalmology, including retina, cornea, uveitis, neuro-ophthalmology, oculoplastics, pediatrics, glaucoma, and more. We highlight ocular pathology associated with common systemic diseases relevant to the non-ophthalmologist, and host practice sessions with the direct ophthalmoscope geared toward all students.

Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Elizabeth Simmons
Dr. Edmund Farris

Student Contacts:
Christopher Edwards, chedwards@uchc.edu
Sarishka Desai,  sardesai@uchc.edu
Jordan Dean, jdean@uchc.edu
Elias Mullane, emullane@uchc.edu
Michael Li, michli@uchc.edu

The Orthodontics Interest Group functions to promote students’ understanding and exposure to the discipline of orthodontics through lecture, research, discussions, and experiential activities within the field. We partner with both the Orthodontic Residency Program, its faculty, and local orthodontists in private practice to bring a multi-dimensional perspective to the specialty.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Niloufar Azami

Student Contacts:
Michaela Murdock, mmurdock@uchc.edu
Makara Sorel, sorel@uchc.edu
Sarah Vermette, vermette@uchc.edu

The Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group provides students with an awareness of orthopedics as a career option. It allows students to interact with fellow medical students, residents, and local physicians.

Previous meetings include:

• Q&A session with current residents
• Visiting the Bioskills Lab for a hands-on experience
• Orthopedic Jeopardy with Dr. Craig Rodner
• Research opportunities
• Learning how to match
• Life as an orthopedic surgeon

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Craig Rodner

Student Contacts:
Evan Cunningham, ecunningham@uchc.edu
Alyssa Peterson, alyssapeterson6@uchc.edu
Daniel Brocke, brocke@uchc.edu
Maeve Williams, maewilliams@uchc.edu

The Otolaryngology Interest Group is a student-run group that introduces students to the surgical subspecialty of otolaryngology. Students will learn about different problems that otolaryngologists manage surgically, as well as gain exposure to the physical exam components that are necessary in the field. Live demonstrations will provide students with a first-hand glimpse of techniques used in the inpatient and outpatient settings. This group is a great introduction to the field of otolaryngology, that is otherwise not emphasized in the medical school curriculum. Otolaryngologic problems are encountered in all fields of medicine, and as such, students interested in specialties ranging from primary care to surgery can benefit from learning more about otolaryngology.

Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Todd Falcone

Student Contacts:
Desiree Campbell, dcampbell@uchc.edu
Carly Malesky, malesky@uchc.edu
Grace Nichols, grnichols@uchc.edu

The Pathology Interest Group is concerned with promoting awareness and interest of the field of pathology. They meet every month or two to have discussions with leading pathologists in various fields, and to learn what it means to be in their position. Also, they have field trips to the Pathology lab of John Dempsey Hospital to learn about the multitude of machines and personnel involved in creating the samples that are ultimately used by Pathologists for diagnosis. Finally, the group explores various pathological conditions via slide examination, to give examples of what it might be like to be a pathologist. It is a very small group, so there is a lot of student-faculty interaction, and all meetings are very informal and entertaining. Meetings are generally held in the evenings during the week, to avoid conflict with classes. It is their pleasure to provide dinner during these meetings.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Gahie Nam

Student Contact:
Rory Geyer, geyer@uchc.edu

The Pediatric Dentistry Interest Group’s mission is to provide students of the School of Dental Medicine with an avenue to explore the specialty through a variety of events, activities, and speakers. The goal of this group is to expose students to what a Pediatric residency and career in pediatrics entails in order to help supplement their academics.

Activities and Events:

• Lunch and Learns throughout the year
• Shadowing opportunities in the OR
• Community Service: Oral health presentations to local schools, My Sister’s Place, etc.
• Partnering with other interest groups to investigate interdisciplinary work

 Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Mina Mina

Student Contacts:
Desirae Lee, delee@uchc.edu
Wesia Malik, wmalik@uchc.edu

The mission of the Pediatric Education and Service (PEdS) Group is to serve children and their families in the Greater Hartford area through education and service-based outreach. We host fun and educational events at My Sister’s Place in Hartford, a shelter for women and children. We help coordinate the iCAN program for middle and high school students interested in STEM fields with Dr. Sharon Smith. We recently started our Make-A-Me! program, where we craft toys that are reflective of children with medical needs for patients at Connecticut Children's. Our group also runs a number of fundraising events throughout the year, including the holiday card sale, with donations made annually to local pediatric organizations including Nancy's Kids fund for medically complex children at Connecticut Children’s. Members of our board serve as an American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) delegate. Follow us on Instagram (@uconnpedsgroup) and reach out to our contacts below if you're interested in joining the PEdS email list for more information on future events and how to get involved!

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Anton Alerte

Student Contacts:
Amanda Kahn, akahn@uchc.edu
Joe Masison, masison@uchc.edu

Combined with the Pediatric Education Service Group (PEds), the Pediatric Hematology Oncology Craft interest group offers students the opportunity to give back to the community by assisting a population that is experiencing hardship and to learn more about the field of pediatric hematology and oncology. Activities include monthly visits to the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Outpatient Unit at Connecticut Children’s to assist in arts and crafts projects with patients in the waiting room, opportunities for shadowing in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Outpatient Unit, and an end of the year small group discussion with the group advisor Dr. Kerry Moss and listen to her experience in the field of pediatric hematology/oncology and pediatric palliative and end-of-life care.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Kerry Moss

Student Contact:
Layne Oram, oram@uchc.edu
Ashley Tucker, astucker@uchc.edu

The pediatric surgery interest group provides medical students with the opportunity to explore the intersection of pediatrics and surgical specialties. We aim to provide students with the resources to develop their interests in surgical subspecialties in a different patient population than is currently offered. Our hope is to shine light on the pediatric-specific subtleties of surgery. This will occur via research, interactive workshops, shadowing, education, and volunteer opportunities, mainly through Connecticut Children’s. Interactive workshops may include suturing practice, SIM center activities, scrub training, and/or OR orientation. This club provides a unique networking opportunity through Connecticut Children’s, which consistently ranks nationally as a children’s hospital. We believe this group will allow students with a pediatric interest to explore future career paths and make valuable connections.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Christine Finck

Student contacts:
Prabhath Mannam, pmannam@uchc.edu
Megan Anderson, meanderson@uchc.edu

Pediatric Scholars is both an interest group (discussion) and a scholar’s (research) program. We generally meet once a month in the evening from September through March at the home of a faculty member. Fourth year students usually choose a topic to teach, often in a game show format and guest faculty may help. Attendance is open at all times to all UConn medical students without obligation. You do NOT have to “register” or be here frequently … just show up when you want to and can. Please join the pediatrics email list if you would like to get involved or reach out to the contacts listed below!

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Anton Alerte

Student Contact:
Amanda Kahn, akahn@uchc.edu

The mission of the Periodontology Interest Group is to foster interest and express the capacity of the field of periodontics and implant dentistry among dental students. We seek to showcase the scope of periodontics as a specialty by educating all students about intra-professional and inter-professional organized dentistry and evidence-based periodontal therapies. Students will be exposed to the most current therapeutic, diagnostic, and surgical techniques used in the field. We will support and advocate students’ educational endeavors.

Educational Opportunities:

• Seminar and discussions with Periodontists contributing to the field as an academician, researcher, and practitioner.
• Hands-on workshops
• Opportunities to develop research profile
• Participate in residency literature reviews and surgical seminars
• A day in the life of a Perio Resident

Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Sejal R. Thacker
Dr. Namita Khandelwal

Student Contacts:
President: Evan Perlroth, perlroth@uchc.edu
President: Megna Senthilnathan, senthilnathan@uchc.edu
Vice President: Ellen Lamm, elamm@uchc.edu

The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Interest Group provides students an opportunity to explore PM&R as a medical specialty. It allows students to locate mentors and interact with fellow medical students, residents, and physiatrists. Our goal is to help students gain a better understanding of this exciting and growing field and help connect interested students with national and regional PM&R resources, including the Association of Academic Physiatrists and American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Joseph Walker
Dr. David Gutierrez

Student Contacts:
Lea Mason, lemason@uchc.edu
Bhavana Gunda, bgunda@uchc.edu

UConn Primary Care Progress (PCP) is a local chapter of the national Primary Care Progress organization, bringing together medical students, residents, faculty, and physicians—involved in both primary care and specialties—to improve patient care and outcomes by promoting and revitalizing primary care, fostering innovation and leadership, and refocusing these populations on the common goal of patient care through teamwork, lunch and learns, motivational speakers, leadership opportunities, and direct patient care and outreach in our community.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Anton Alerte

Student Contacts:
Julia Levin, julevin@uchc.edu
Paul Isaac, pisaac@uchc.edu

Additional Contact:
Email: UConnPCP@gmail.com

The prosthodontic interest group is an organization run by students that aims to introduce interested dental students to the prosthodontics specialty. Guest lecturers will cover topics including surgical prosthodontics, and complex treatment planning using the latest technology developments.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. Foteini Touloumi, ftouloumi@uchc.edu

Student Contact:
Cody Johnson, codjohnson@uchc.edu

The UConn Psychiatry Interest Group...also well known as the PIG has an active following of students. The group meets approximately 5 to 6 times per year for dinner gatherings where guest speakers are invited to present about a variety of topics relevant to psychiatry. One goal of the PIG is to try to present psychiatric topics that are relevant to other areas of medicine. The PIG aims to provide information about the diverse options within psychiatry as a specialty, support students interested in pursuing psychiatry, connect students with practicing physicians and residents, and provide information on exciting topics related to psychiatry.

Faculty Advisors:
Dr. Andrew Winokur
Dr. Kristina Zdanys
Dr. Mario Fahed

Student Contacts:
Alex Mitchell, almitchell@uchc.edu

The Public Health Student Organization (PHSO) was created in 2006 with the mission of strengthening students’ experience in the M.P.H. program through relationship building and networking. By building on that foundation, the current PHSO provides a variety of education and social activities to ensure a meaningful experience for all public health students. PHSO enhances students’ experiences by providing mentors, hosting socials and seminars, fundraising, participating in philanthropic events and organizations, as well as working with program staff to address student needs. Our three core focuses are on education, outreach, and community service all while encompassing public health core values.

Faculty Advisor:
Dr. David Gregorio

Contact Information:
PHSO@uchc.edu

Facebook Page:
UConn Public Health Student Organization