Leadership Education for Aspiring Physicians (LEAP)

Leadership Education for Aspiring Physicians (LEAP) is a seminar series designed to provide timely, relevant training to premedical students through practical skill-building, case studies, and exposure to leaders in health throughout the healthcare industry. Physicians and other health workers are expected to navigate increasingly complex patient care systems from from insurance, administration, policy, and public health in addition to individual patient care. This series examines the challenges facing leaders in healthcare and provides participants with the skills to lead now and in the future.

Participants attend monthly seminars that conclude with a capstone project that emphasizes leadership in service, advocacy, and/or research.

Who Should Attend these Seminars?
Premedical students who may be in or considering leadership roles on their campus or in their community.

What is the Time Commitment?
There are eight sessions planned about one Saturday per month from October through June. Session times are 9am - 1pm. The workshops are self-contained and do not require reading/coursework outside of the session dates.

What's In It for Me?

• Premedical professional development and practical skills that you will use throughout your academic and professional career
• Training from a leading institution in medical student and physician leadership development
• Advisement regarding medical school preparation and the application process
• A certification of completion from the Stanford School of Medicine if minimum criteria are met

What Can I Expect?
The sessions are offered in seminar format, so your participation is essential. Sessions will vary, however you should expect to participate in skill-building exercises, hear from guest lecturers and presenters, review leadership case studies, participate in leadership assessments and plan to organize a capstone project that utilizes the skills developed during the seminars within a year of completion.

How do I obtain certification and what if I can't attend all of the sessions?
It is recommended that you attend all sessions to receive the full benefit of the series. You must attend a minimum of 6 sessions to maintain eligibility for certification, however you may attend sessions that are of interest to you.

What if I have more questions?
You may email Stanfordcoe@yahoo.com. Please visit the FAQs before you email us.

What if I'm ready to sign up?
You may register by completing this form (https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7WB3RRB). Once you have registered, you will receive information about RSVP for the LEAP sessions.

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