The Alpha Omega Alpha Society was founded in 1902, as a national medical honor society. Its mission is as follows:
AΩA is dedicated to the belief that in the profession of medicine we will improve care for all by:
- recognizing high educational achievement;
- honoring gifted teaching;
- encouraging the development of leaders in academia and the community;
- supporting the ideals of humanism; and
- promoting service to others.
Election to Alpha Omega Alpha is an honor signifying a lasting commitment to professionalism, leadership, scholarship, research, and community service. A lifelong honor, membership in the society confers recognition for a physician’s dedication to the profession and art of healing. (https://www.alphaomegaalpha.org)
The Alpha Omega Alpha National Chapter approved the implementation of a new AOA chapter at SJBSM on August 13, 2020, and were assigned the fourth letter of the Greek alphabet “Delta” = Δ. We are more than pleased to know that our medical students who qualify will have the opportunity to be nominated to become members of the ‘Honor Medical Society AOA’.
All those interested in information and procedures can access http://www.alphaomegaalpha.org or contact Dr. Yolanda Miranda Associate Dean of Students Affairs or Dr. José Ginel Rodriguez, Dean of Health Sciences and Chapter Councilor for SJBSM Delta Alpha Omega Alpha Chapter (ΔAΩA).
The Arnold P. Gold Foundation works with healthcare professionals to ensure that compassion, respect and empathy are at the core of all healthcare interactions. Dr. Arnold P. Gold, founder of the foundation, is a world-renowned pediatric neurologist at Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons. He and his wife Dr. Sandra Gold, and their colleagues began the Foundation in 1988 with the power of an idea – to nurture and preserve the tradition of the caring physician.
Inspiration for GHHS began in the late 1990s when medical educators and residency program directors convened to explore the viability of an honor society to promote humanistic values and behaviors. Since its inception, GHHS has grown in stature and influence to become a vital part of medical school and residency training program cultures throughout the US. A heart-shaped stethoscope became the foundations logo. It represents Humanism in health care, reflected by attitudes and behaviors that are sensitive to the values and the cultural and ethnic backgrounds of others.
Along with the GHHS Advisors, the society will be composed of students who are nominated in the second semester of third year. The selection process has two phases. In the first phase, third year students will have the opportunity to nominate class mates who have demonstrated professional and ethical behavior worthy of imitation. Nominations are submitted to an evaluation committee that makes the final decision. Membership to GHHS goes beyond selection and induction into an honor society; its members have a responsibility to model, support, and advocate for compassionate, patient-centered care throughout their careers. As humanistic healthcare professionals, they are expected to demonstrate:
- Integrity: the congruence between expressed values and behavior
- Excellence: clinical expertise
- Compassion: the awareness and acknowledgement of the suffering of another
and the desire to relieve it - Altruism: the capacity to put the needs and interests of another before your own
- Respect: the regard for the autonomy and values of another person
- Empathy: the ability to put oneself in another’s situation, e.g., physician as
patient - Service: the sharing of one’s talent, time and resources with those in need;
giving beyond what is required.
NSNA is dedicated to fostering the professional development of nursing students. The Mission of NSNA is to bring together and mentor students preparing for initial licensure as registered nurses, as well as those enrolled in baccalaureate completion programs. Convey the standards and ethics of the nursing profession. Promote development of the skills that students will need as responsible and accountable members of the nursing profession. Advocate for high quality, evidence-based, affordable and accessible health care. Advocate for and contribute to advances in nursing education. Develop nursing students who are prepared to lead the profession in the future.
American Muslim Student Association
American Medical Association
American Medical Women
The Public Health Student Association is a voluntary student organization for students enrolled in public health programs at the San Juan Bautista School of Medicine. The student association allows public health students to enhance public health competencies by promoting the development of health-promoting initiatives for the community. The Public Health Student Association was developed with the purpose of supporting communities in protecting health, promoting healthy lifestyles, and offering disease prevention services in Puerto Rican populations and communities.
Women in Radiology Education (WIRED)
Medical Student for Choice
- https://www.instagram.com/medpeds_sjb?igsh=cGdsMzdrZmFxa2Fj
- The MedPed Interest Group goal is to provide conferences, volunteer work and workshops to better prepare students interested in continuing their residency as MedPeds. It provides networking opportunities to connect with current MedPed residents to receive feedback and tips on our journey to residency.
Association of Women Surgeon Group
- Grupo Interés Endocrinoligía
- Neurosurgery Interest Group
- Clinical Reasoning Interest Group
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Int. Group (PRSIG)
- Holistic Interest Group
- Cardiology Interest Group
- Dermatology Interest Group
- Interventional Radiology
- Grupo Interés Radiologia
- Oncology Interest Group
- SJBMS Precision Medicine
- Asoc. Medica Deportiva
- Grupo Interés Anestesiología
- Surgery Interest Group
The purpose is to assume responsibility for contributing to nursing education in order to provide for the highest quality of health care. To provide programs representative of fundamental interests and concerns to nursing students. To aid in the development of the whole person, including his/her professional role, his/her responsibility for health care of people in all walks of life.
Platiquemos en Señas
The mission of SJB4DM1 is to provide opportunities for students to become involved with Diabetes type 1 patients with the purpose of offering educational and emotional support to these patients as well as providing interactive learning for the students on diabetes medical devices and more. To raise awareness and collect funds for the Fundación pediatrica of diabetes type in Puerto Rico.
Medical Student for the Elderly
COOA is a student led organization that is focused on helping marginalized communities. We collect funds, food, and resources to provide care to the community of Caguas, Puerto Rico. We particularly focus on substance use communities, and provide wound care to those with injuries and/or injuries. We would love to receive funds from the government in order to have more resources, wound care supplies, etc.
Fundación Salud sobre Ruedas
https://www.instagram.com/dcha.sjb/
Deaf Community & Health Alliance SJBFacebook · Deaf Community & Health Alliance SJB
God, Chess, and Medicine Association
Pain Management Student Association
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Club
Por Una Sonrisa
The Cookbook Club: Culinary Medicine fosters community and wellness by teaching practical nutrition through cooking, seasonal events, and collaborative initiatives like care packages and school-based health education. We empower medical students to explore the intersection of food and health, with past projects including sourdough bakesales, mental health awareness meals, study break potlucks, and the “Power Up Challenge” for local elementary students.
