Office of Medical Student Enrichment Programs
The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (URSMD) is committed to increasing the number of physicians with diverse backgrounds and those who demonstrate a vision and commitment to improving the health status of diverse patient populations locally and around the world via patient care, research and/or teaching.
Office of Medical Student Enrichment Programs (OMSEP)
The Office of Medical Student Enrichment Programs (OMSEP) was established to continue to broaden the scope of medical education beyond the core curriculum to include research, international, and community service opportunities.
Research Programs
Offering our students diverse year-out or summer research experiences locally, national, or internationally is at the cornerstone of URSMD’s mission to create experiences that complement our student’s varied interests. Students can conduct research in several areas including: International Medicine, Medical Humanities, or Community Research. Take a look at the following Abstract Journals* about past research projects medical students have completed.
International Education Exchange Programs
International Electives for URSMD Students
URSMD medical students in Phase 3 or Phase 4 are able to participate in international electives at any of the institutions listed below. Students are also able to complete international electives at other institutions/organizations of their choosing.
- Jagiellonian University Medical School - Krakow, Poland
- National Taiwan University Medical College - Taipei City, Taiwan
- Royal College of Surgeons - Ireland
- Seoul National University College of Medicine - Seoul, South Korea
- Universidad de Navarra Facultad de Medicina - Pamplona, Spain
- Universidad Nacional de San Augustin de Arequipa - Arequipa, Peru
- Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando – Lima, Peru
Electives for International Visiting Students
We are currently only accepting applications from students chosen by the coordinators of the schools listed above. The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry does not offer elective experiences to non-exchange program international medical students. For more information, click here.
The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry does not allow clinical shadowing or observerships for international medical students.
Community Service: Students of Rochester Outreach (SRO)
Students of Rochester Outreach (SRO) offer medical students the ability to work with the community or Rochester to better support and provide opportunities to individuals from all different backgrounds and lifestyles. These groups are led by medical students primarily or a URSMD faculty member.
Students of Rochester Outreach: http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/education/md/outreach.aspx
Contact Us
Students of Rochester Outreach: OME_SRO@URMC.Rochester.edu
Summer and Year Out Research (for currently enrolled medical students): OME_RESEARCH@URMC.Rochester.edu
International Education Exchange Programs: OME_VIS@URMC.Rochester.edu