Summer Research and Medical Enrichment Program

Summer Research and Medical Enrichment Program Participants

Program Overview

The Summer Research and Medical Enrichment Program (SRMP) is designed to enhance research, clinical, communication, and time-management skills, in addition to individualized academic and professional advisement, counseling, and preparation. In this manner, SRMP offers a unique stepping stone for medical students motivated to pursue graduate medical education and training (residency and fellowship) in the United States. The learning objectives include:

  • Gain knowledge of American medical education, research, and healthcare systems
  • Gain exposure to resources and experts at an internationally recognized university
  • Obtain research experience by formulating a clinical research proposal under the guidance of GW faculty
  • Gain skills in research processes and presentations through participation in a research symposium
  • Receive advisement on post-graduate training and networking with professional contacts for future educational endeavors
  • Enhance the credentials of students motivated to pursue graduate medical education and training in the United States
  • Develop multidisciplinary values of mutual respect, teamwork, time-management, and trust centered on patient care and translational research