Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has recently held its inaugural celebration of the 'Pre-medical and Alumni Mentorship Program', where students could meet directly with mentors who happen to be WCM-Q alumni. The program also gave students the chance to enroll in the mentorship initiative.
It was a ceremony that rewarded and honored students and alumni from the previous cycle of the program. Their dedication and involvement were honored through certificates bestowed upon them. WCM-Q faculty and staff attended the celebration to support the participants.
The mentorship program is designed and coordinated by WCM-Q's Pre-medical Education Division to motivate and encourage students in their pursuit of a medical education. The program provides an opportunity for students to learn more about the field of medicine, promotes engagement from the alumni pool, and establishes the networking capabilities of the students.
Students are matched with alumni mentors who, through one-on-one sessions, offer advice on a range of topics, including effective study habits, time management, and stress management. This support helps students build resilience and confidence as they progress in their studies.
As part of the program, students are also encouraged to shadow their mentors at their workplaces and seek long-term volunteer opportunities at clinics and hospitals.
Dr. Marco Ameduri, senior associate dean for pre-medical education at WCM-Q and Education City collaborative curricular affairs, said: “By connecting students with accomplished alumni, we offer them the opportunity to receive guidance as they proceed through their first steps in medical school. Our mentorship program is part of our broader commitment to fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment that helps students thrive in their academic and professional journeys”.
Dr. Rachid Bendriss, associate dean for foundation, student outreach, and educational development programs, added: “The mentorship program is designed to empower our foundation and pre-medical students to succeed. Our goal is to ensure that students are introduced to the professional world early and are well-prepared to pursue a successful career in medicine”.
