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Medical Volunteer Opportunities
The richness of Philadelphia's medical facilities affords wonderful opportunities for involvement and engagement in health care delivery. The University of Pennsylvania Health System and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, both within walking distance from our classrooms and labs, provide ideal settings for gaining hands-on experience with patients and for observing the contributions of each member of a health care team.Volunteer placements are offered in many different areas of the University hospital: labor and delivery, the operating room, the emergency room, the nursing floors, and the Cancer Center. At Children's Hospital students can choose among volunteer options in the child life department, radiology, pathology, the day surgery unit, the nursing floors, the admissions office, and the emergency room. Our students also volunteer at other Philadelphia hospitals and in special interest areas of clinical care, notably in women's health and HIV disease and prevention work.
Our courses in Clinical Research in Emergency Medicine I and II require students to spend regular time in the emergency departments at the University and the Children's Hospitals, working on clinical research studies. On-site supervision by an emergency department physician complements the classroom learning components of the course and builds students' confidence and ability to interact with patients.
Research Opportunities
As a world-class research institution, the University of Pennsylvania provides a multitude of opportunities for students who would like to engage in the biomedical research process. While research experience is not a required component of applications to all health professions schools, many students are eager to gain new, first-hand experience or build on their undergraduate research involvements. Volunteer and paid positions are available and the interested, energetic student can find ways to contribute to the University's research mission.Pre-Clinical Psychology Volunteer Opportunities
Students may spend a semester or more in clinical settings, including both in-patient and out-patient services in the Philadelphia area. Research internships are also available.If you have additional questions, or if you require clarification concerning one of these answers, please contact us at 215.898.7326.