The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences' DoctHERS is a network of female physicians, scientists, faculty, residents and students who address current issues in the medical and scientific fields in order to foster advancement, mentorship and equal opportunities for future generations of women in medicine and science.
Join Us for Upcoming DoctHERS Events:
2018 DoctHERS Symposium
Saturday, September 15, 2018, 8 AM at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Reaching Your Potential Now
About Us
The network provides year-round opportunities for support and development through various events. By connecting alumni to each other and to current students, we have the ability to inspire, empower and teach our peers and the next generation. Contact us for more information!
Rose Berkun, MD ’92
Chair, DoctHERS
Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
DoctHERS Student Chapter Co-Presidents
Natalie Tjota, Class of 2021
Lisa Samuel, Class of 2021
Kaity Tung, Class of 2021
Isha Garg, Class of 2021
DoctHERS Committee
Rose Berkun, MD '92
Gale R. Burstein, MD '90
Helen M. Cappuccino, MD '88
Roberta E. Gebhard, DO
Jennifer L. Haak, MD '01
Lauren Kuwik, MD '08
Lori Luzi, MD '88
Dr. Nancy Nielsen, PhD, MD '76
Sylvia H. Regalla, MD '75
Elizabeth Repasky, PhD
Karen Walcott, MD '02
Kaci Schiavone, MD '18 (AMWA Representative)
Quinne Sember, MD '18 (AMWA Representative)
Events and Photos
Five women have reached the presidency of the American Medical Association, including our own Dr. Nancy Nielsen. From left to right, Dr. Patrice Harris, president-elect; Dr. Ardis Hoven (2013-2014); Dr. Barbara McAneny, current president; Dr. Nancy Nielsen (2008-2009); Dr. Nancy Dickey, first woman president, (1997-1998).
Visit our Flickr page to see photos from our past events:
2015 DoctHERS Networking Event
2016 DoctHERS Symposium
2017 Leading the Way DoctHERS Symposium
2018 Reaching Your Potential Now DoctHERS Symposium
Resources
Reaching Your Potential Now Symposium Article from AMWA
AAMC Group of Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS)
American Medical Women's Association (AMWA)
AMWA Career Guide and Work/Life Balance
Buffalo Spree- Check out all of our top doctors!
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences Alumni
Connect with Us
Check out our Facebook group to post and comment on stories related to our mission!
Contact us if you want to join the DoctHERS network, get involved in events and learn what you can do to better assist our members!
Contact Information:
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Office of Medical Advancement
1110 Kimball Tower
Buffalo, NY 14214
716-829-2773
Fax: 716-829-6067
Jennifer Britton
Director of Constituent and Alumni Engagement
716-829-2586
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