MSIII and MSIV students have the option of spending time at Stony Brook HOME as an elective. Application Process: • Prerequisites: Successful completion of core clerkships in MSIII. Previous volunteer experience with the SB HOME clinic (as a preclinical student, clinical student, or continuity clinic member) • The application will include a one-page written proposal outlining a service project, fundraising event, or research project to be realized during their elective time. • Applications will be approved by the course director (Dr. Jedan Phillips). The course can accommodate 1 student during each four-week block Educational Goals: • Direct Community Involvement with a Medically Underserved Population • Ability to Provide Culturally Competent Care • Learning to Work with Limited Financial Resources • Hands-on Education in Clinic Management • Experience in Continuity Care Management • Self-directed Service Project Development or Clinical Research • Leadership Opportunity in a Student-run clinic • Improving Clinical Skills and Knowledge • Development of Teaching skills • Personal Growth & Life-long Learning |