Class of 2028 Archive

Hi everyone,

The Orthopedic Interest Group will be hosting a splinting and casting event in collaboration with our Orthopedics residents on May 15 at 6 pm in the Golisano Children's Clinic Conventus Building, 2nd floor.

There are a total of 30 spots available, 10 for each class, so please sign up if interested.

Sign Up Sheet

Let us know if you have any questions!

Best,
OIG

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OIG Co-Presidents: Joamir Rios, Carolina Stocchi, Colton Evoniuk
Email: buffalooig@gmail.com
OIG Google Drive

Hello everyone,

My name is John Kraus, and I am a current M4 and the outgoing medical student representative to the Medical Society of the County of Erie.

The Medical Society of the County of Erie (MSCE) is seeking applications from current medical students interested in serving as the next student member of its Executive Board.

Founded in 1821, MSCE is the professional society representing more than 3,000 physicians across Western New York. The society works to advance public health, support physicians, and advocate for the medical profession at the local and state levels. Through its Executive Board, MSCE helps shape priorities related to health policy, community engagement, legislative advocacy, physician leadership, and collaboration with the Medical Society of the State of New York and the AMA.

This student position is a unique opportunity to represent the medical student voice within organized medicine in Erie County. The student board member serves as a bridge between local medical students and the practicing physicians who are actively shaping policy, public health initiatives, and the future of medicine in our region.

As I graduate and head into residency, I am excited to help identify the next student representative who will continue building this role into a meaningful and lasting connection between MSCE and the medical student community.

The role includes:

• Serving as a voting member of the MSCE Executive Board
• Attending monthly evening board meetings, held in person or hybrid in Buffalo
• Acting as a liaison between MSCE and the medical student body
• Helping connect students with advocacy, volunteer, public health, and organized medicine opportunities
• Contributing to legislative outreach, advocacy days, public health campaigns, and resolutions when possible
• Serving through graduation to allow for continuity and meaningful contribution

To apply, please complete this form by Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET:
MSCE Application - https://forms.gle/3CDFuZDYLy7Pe4g9A

Selected applicants will be contacted for a brief conversation with me and potentially other MSCE board members before a final decision is made.

If you have any questions about the role or the application, please feel free to reach out to me directly at johnkrau@buffalo.edu.

I am excited to read your applications and to help welcome the next student representative to MSCE.

Best,

John Kraus

Outgoing Medical Student Board Member
Medical Society of the County of Erie

Hello!

The Lighthouse Gynecology Clinic is looking for two volunteers to see patients on Friday, May 1st, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

The spots are first come first serve, so please email lighthouse.volunteer@gmail.com if you are interested in supporting the free clinic and gaining valuable experience!

Thank you,
Fiona & Yiyun
Lighthouse Gynecology Managers🩷

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official letter with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive an award and two free tickets to our gala this October!

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, May 1 from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers. Please sign up here: Lighthouse Clinic Sign-Up

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hi all,

The Mid-Clerkship Feedback Form and Mini-CEX forms that were previously uploaded to UBLearns were not the updated versions. The updated forms have now been uploaded to UBLearns, and students should use these versions going forward.

If you have already submitted your Mid-Clerkship Feedback Form and/or Mini-CEX prior to this email, you do not need to resubmit them. If you have not yet submitted these forms, please be sure to use the updated versions that are now available.

We apologize for any confusion this may have caused and appreciate your understanding.

Please reach out to Srikrithi Krishnan, srikrith@buffalo.edu, if you have any questions.

Best,
Srikrithi

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Srikrithi Krishnan, MBA, MPH
she/her/hers
Clinical Education Curriculum Coordinator
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
716-829-5502

The WNY Children’s Environmental Health Center is offering a paid summer internship for two students interested in pediatric clinical practice and public health. This eight-week program (June–July 2026) will provide flexible hours and unique opportunities for hands-on experience in pediatric environmental health.

See attached flyer.

Deadline extended: May 8th, 2026

Submit application requirements to Rachel Roberson at rjrobers@buffalo.edu

Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official letter with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive an award and two free tickets to our gala this October!

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, April 24th from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers. Please sign up here.

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Dear Students,

It is that time of year when we reach out to our medical students to assess interest in participating in admissions programs. This year, we are looking to involve interested students in a variety of ways to support the admissions process, from interviewing and selecting, to meeting with applicants as panelists or as tour guides.

If you are interested, please submit a completed application using the following link: 2026 OMA Ambassador Application by Monday, May 4, 2026.

Thank you in advance!

Sincerely,
Laura Yusick, JD (she, her)
Director of Admissions
Office of Medical Admissions
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1100
Buffalo, NY 14203
Office: (716) 829-3466
Fax: (716) 829-3849

Hello all,

Please join the Frank Hastings Hamilton Surgical Society Friday, April 24 from 1-2 p.m. for a Surgical Residency Match Panel with our M4s! If you have any questions you want asked please submit them ahead of time here: Submit questions for Surgical Residency Match Panel

Please SIGN UP HERE: Surgical Residency Match Panel Sign-up

Best,
Frank Hastings Hamilton Surgical Society

Dear Classes of 2027 and 2028,

We are pleased to formally announce this year’s Clerkship Teaching Scholars, also known as “Student Chiefs.”

As many of you have already seen during onboarding, these senior students will serve as near-peer educators and mentors within each clerkship.

Student Chiefs were selected through a structured application and interview process, with evaluation of their teaching approach, professionalism, leadership, and ability to support peers in the clinical learning environment.

Please join us in congratulating this year’s scholars. We look forward to their continued impact across the clerkships!!


Best,
Dr. Kwiatkowski


Maimouna Samba (may-moo-nah)
Curriculum Office Administrator
Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main St, Room 7161
Buffalo, NY 14203
Ph: (716) 829-3467

Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official letter with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive an award and two free tickets to our gala this October!

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, April 17 from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers.

Please sign up here: Volunteer with Lighthouse Clinic Sign-up

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hey everyone — we have new dates for POCUS and SIM Club this spring. No experience necessary, come up to the Behling Sim Center and work on those exam skills!

For POCUS, we’ll be covering ENT and biliary exams.

We hope to see you there! Links below:

SIM Signups

POCUS Signups

Hello!

Friends of the Family Club would like to announce our volunteer sign-ups for April.

We are a student-led group that partners with Family Promise of WNY and Buffalo City Mission, which are 2 local organizations supporting families facing temporary homelessness. Our partnership primarily organizes volunteer opportunities for Jacobs School students and is a great way to spread joy and fun in the community!

We have 2 events scheduled in April in which we will make Easter Bunny Plate crafts and other springtime crafts, respectively, at Family Promise of WNY.

If you have not previously volunteered with us in the past, attached is a form to fill out in preparation for Sunday. Please send the form back to our email: ubfriendsofthefamily@gmail.com.

Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official certificate with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive two free tickets to our gala this October!

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, April 10 from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers.

Please sign up here: Lighthouse Clinic Sign-up

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Good morning,

Through a generous gift to the University at Buffalo Foundation, Catholic Health is pleased to fund a scholarship for eligible rising third- and fourth-year medical students at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Students who are associates of Catholic Health or immediate family members of associates are eligible to apply for the scholarship.

As part of the Foundation’s Western New York Medical Scholarship Fund, the scholarship is intended to support future physicians with strong ties to Western New York who are committed to serving our region in one of the following primary care specialties:

• Internal Medicine
• Family Medicine
• Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Pediatrics
Eligible applicants will be reviewed by a committee appointed by Catholic Health, with final recommendations made in collaboration with the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Selection is highly competitive and eligible applicants are evaluated based on academic performance, graduation from a high school within the eight counties of Western New York region and demonstrated financial need.

Catholic Health is proud to partner with the University at Buffalo to invest in the education and professional development of its associates and their families. By supporting medical students dedicated to serving our community, Catholic Health is strengthening healthcare for patients across the region.

If you feel you may qualify for the Catholic Health Scholarship, we invite you to apply by using the UB Scholarship Application Portal: https://buffalo.academicworks.com/ Please search via scholarship name and “apply to” the scholarship.

The Catholic Health Scholarship deadline is Monday, April 20, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact, Laura Yusick at the following email address: lel1@buffalo.edu.

Sincerely,
Office of Medical Admissions


Laura Yusick, JD (she, her)
Director of Admissions
Office of Medical Admissions
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1100
Buffalo, NY 14203
Office: (716) 829-3466
Fax: (716) 829-3849

Hi everyone!!!

Our first annual volleyball tournament is this Thursday, 4/2. Alibaba Kebab will be served from 5-6, so you can arrive between 5 and 6. If you are playing, come with enough time to eat and get situated. We should be wrapping up around 8:30 PM!

The current teams are in the google sheet below. There are a couple spots left if anyone is interested! Faculty coach team is still open!! Sign up here: Volleyball registration form.

Address: 113 Clark Hall, South Campus (you can type in : 120 Hayes Rd, Buffalo, NY 14214 to GPS), you can park in Diefendorf or Clark Hall parking lot.

Even if you are not playing, spectators are encouraged! Come eat and hang out!

Excited to see everyone,

Brynn and David

M1 and M2 students,

We are currently seeking medical students who are interested in taking on a leadership role within the Plastic Surgery Research Group. This group was started several years ago by UB students who recognized the lack of resources for students interested in plastic surgery, providing a forum for students to collaborate on research projects and work with faculty mentors at ECMC's Department of Plastic Surgery.

Please consider applying if you have an interest in plastic surgery and have clinical research experience! Your previous research experience does not need to be within plastic surgery to be considered. Please complete this form to apply. Applications are due Monday, April 13 at 11:59pm. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to reviewing your application! ?

?Ariel Harsinay

Medical Student, Class of 2026
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
E: ajharsin@buffalo.edu
P: (516)375-9977

UB Family Medicine Residency Program

PROCEDURE WORKSHOP

DATE: April 7, 2026

TIME: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

PLACE: The Pearl @ the Webb Hotel
Romanesque Room
92 Pearl Street, Buffalo

The UB Family Medicine Residency Program is sponsoring a dinner and procedure workshop. You will interact with residents and faculty from the Department of Family Medicine and learn how to perform procedures in family medicine. Procedures will include:

Good morning everyone!

I hope clerkship orientation is going well! I am attaching the ballot link for your Class of 2028 M3/M4 representative election below. You should be able to vote for up to 5 candidates. The voting will be open from now until Monday, 4/6, at 12:00 AM. Please let me know if there are any ballot issues.

Ballot link

Have a great week!

All my best,

Ryan O'Donnell
Medical Student Polity Secretary
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main St. | Buffalo, NY 14203
Polity Calendar
Read our GBM meeting minutes!
www.facebook.com/buffalopolity

Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official certificate with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive two free tickets to our gala this October!

"Thank you, Lighthouse volunteers, for being so nice and helping me tonight." - A Lighthouse Patient

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, April 3 from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers. Sign up here.

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hello everyone,

We’d like to invite you to our annual Orthopaedic Match Panel, where M4s will share their insights and experiences with the residency match process.

The event will take place on Monday, March 30 at 5:30 PM in Room 2220 A/B. A sign up link is attached below. Additionally, feel free to submit questions you would like to be answered on the google form also attached below.

Sign up for event

Ask a question here

Best,
OIG

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OIG Co-Presidents: Nicholas Frappa, Brianna Walker, Uriy Grabovyy
Email: buffalooig@gmail.com
OIG Google Drive

Hi all,

The Lighthouse Clinic is in need of 2 volunteers Friday, April 3 from 5:30 - 9:30 pm. This is specifically for our Dermatology clinic.

Please sign up here to volunteer with Lighthouse.

Reminder: If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement.

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hi everyone,

As you have likely seen in a previous email, next week Wednesday/Thursday mornings we will be hosting BLS recertification sessions for your class. If you have not already done so in the last email, please sign up for a session (here), so that you can get your preferred choice and our instructors can plan their time (many have other duties they need to work around). Even if you are "off-cycle" and your current certification will be valid into late M3/M4, we strongly advise that you certify now. Even if you do your recertification later in your clinicals, residency programs will require you to recertify again prior to matriculation. Since you will have to recertify twice regardless, it is much easier to take care of it now than in the middle of shelf-studying, etc.

The other instructors and I look forward to seeing you all back on campus next week. We will be condensing our normal 3hr class into 2.5hrs and have strict time constraints to adhere to. Please be on time for your 8am session, as arrivals after 8:05am will have to attend one of our other sessions in May/beyond. Let me know if you have any questions!


Christian Prechtl
MD-PhD Candidate, JSMBS,
Cell Stress Biology, RPCCC;
AHA Regional Faculty & Instructor, UH Geauga Medical Center

Hi everyone,

I hope you’re all doing well. As I am sure many of you have heard, Polity and all Polity-affiliated activities were put on pause for the last month or so due to acquiring and processing a new liability insurance policy in order to be in compliance with SUNY guidelines. As of yesterday, we have lifted that pause and all activity can resume.

Among many other pieces of good news, this means that I can begin organizing the UWorld sale for Step 1 and Step 2. Since I can now communicate with UWorld, I already reached out to the UWorld representative earlier today to get an understanding of pricing, timeline and other details and will let you know once I hear more!

I just wanted to let you all know that Polity still is planning on hosting this sale even though it may be a bit delayed compared to previous years due to the freeze we had over the last month. I promise I am working to get it up and running as quickly as possible! As I mentioned, I’ll reach out again in the coming weeks once I hear more. Thanks so much for your understanding!

Have a great weekend, and please let me know if you have any questions!

Sincerely,
Lauren
Polity President

Good afternoon everyone!

I hope you are all enjoying your break before clinicals or are continuing to push through to your Step 1 date! All the M1s are so proud of the M2s (and now some M3s!) And with your clinic rotations beginning soon, it's time to elect your class representatives for your M3 and M4 years. Let me state that again: being elected as an M3 class rep automatically makes you an M4 rep the following year (2-year term).

The application period will be from March 16 until Sunday, March 22, at 11:59 p.m. This position requires two candidates for the election to move forward. Please follow the directions at the end of this message and submit to me (polity@buffalo.edu) in the correct format.

The voting period will be during the Phase 2 orientation week from March 30, 9 a.m. to April 6, 2026, midnight.

If elected, you will serve the entire student body of the Class of 2028 throughout the course of your term from April 2026 to May 2028.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants should submit a personal statement of 500 words or less describing your interest and qualifications for applying to this position. This statement will be linked to the ballot site for your peers to read.
*Note: Only Class of 2028 students will be voting in this election

Submit to:
polity@buffalo.edu as a PDF document named in this format: Last Name, First Name - Class of 2028 Rep.

Deadline: Sunday, March 22 at 11:59 p.m.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to the current E-Board and/or the current M3 and M4 reps with any questions that you may have! The current reps are listed below.

Hello everyone,

We still have two spots left to volunteer at Lighthouse this Friday, March 13th from 5:00-9:30 p.m. Sign up here

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com


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Date: Sat, Mar 7, 2026 at 1:34?PM
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To: <jacobsschool2026-list@listserv.buffalo.edu>, <jacobsschool2027-list@listserv.buffalo.edu>, <JACOBSSCHOOL2028-LIST@listserv.buffalo.edu>


Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official certificate with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive two free tickets to our gala this October!

"Thank you, Lighthouse volunteers, for volunteering your time so I can have my work physical done this week." - A Lighthouse Patient

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, March 13th from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers. Sign up here

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Dear Class of 2028,

We hope all is well. As you reach this important point in the academic year, we want to recognize the hard work and dedication each of you has shown.

As a reminder, Phase 2 begins with IDM 740: Clinical Reasoning and Synthesis from March 23–27. This course is mandatory and will be held in person. If you have questions about this course, please contact Dr. Kwiatkowski or Nick Becker.

Phase 2 Orientation will take place March 30 – April 3, beginning Monday at 8:00 AM in the Active Learning Center (Room 1220). Most programming will be in person, with the goal of preparing you for a successful clerkship year. The orientation will conclude with the Student Clinician Ceremony on Friday, April 3 from 1:00–2:00 PM in Dozoretz Auditorium, followed by a short reception in the atrium. Please plan to arrive Friday dressed for the ceremony and bring your clean white coat, as there will not be time to change between sessions. This ceremony is for your class only and includes recognition of residents for humanism and a recitation of the Physician’s Oath with Dean Brashear.

A tentative orientation schedule and the Phase 2 Guide are attached (both PDF and word versions). These include important contacts, FAQs, and general guidance for clerkships. Minor schedule updates may occur.

Orientation Highlights:

Hi everyone,

If you haven’t already seen on the GroupMe, we’re excited to announce that Neurology shadowing opportunities for this Spring are now available! Consider checking out this amazing subspeciality and all that is has to offer.

Sign up at this link: Sign up here

After you sign up, please email the physician one week in advance to confirm.

Best,
Liam, Ty, and Jessica

Hi everyone,

We’re excited to announce OB/GYN shadowing opportunities from March to June are now available! This is the perfect chance to gain more clinical exposure and connect with physicians in the field of OB/GYN.

👉Sign up at this link: OB/GYN Shadowing & Info

Please sign-up for one shift only and DO NOT delete someone's name to add your own. After your sign up, please email the physician one week in advance to confirm.

Best,
Prinjali, Fiona, Kiera, and Yiyun

🛒GROCERY BINGO NIGHT IS BACK! 🛒

Want to win FREE groceries and a shot at $100 Wegmans gift cards? 👀

Join us for 12 rounds of Bingo, laughs, and some seriously good prizes!

Date: Wednesday, March 11 🗓
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Room 2120 A & B 📍

This isn’t your grandma’s bingo, it’s Grocery Bingo 🥦🍎🥖
Come test your luck, bring your friends, and leave with bags of groceries.

👉 Sign up here: Grocery Bingo Sign-Ups

JSMBS Wellness Committee

Co-Presidents: Saleh, Gianna, Zoe

Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official certificate with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive two free tickets to our gala this October!

"Thank you, Lighthouse volunteers, for volunteering your time so I can have my work physical done this week." - A Lighthouse Patient

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, March 13 from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16CHhsn1lb-YuyTTbm7wrJ2MEAiga1IcLSA963K6wBKw/edit?usp=sharing

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hi everyone,

This Friday evening please consider giving back to our Buffalo community by volunteering with Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic.

AWARD OPPORTUNITY: For any upperclassman who volunteers with Lighthouse, you will receive an official certificate with the total number of hours volunteered, which would make a great addition to a resume or residency application. Furthermore, the upperclassman who volunteers the most in each class will additionally receive two free tickets to our gala this October!

"Thank you, Lighthouse volunteers, for volunteering your time so I can have my work physical done this week." - A Lighthouse Patient

If you are interested, we need volunteers this upcoming Friday, March 6th from 5:00pm - 9:30pm. If you're unable to attend clinic after signing up, please make sure to find a replacement- we base appointments off of the amount of upperclassman volunteers. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16CHhsn1lb-YuyTTbm7wrJ2MEAiga1IcLSA963K6wBKw/edit?usp=sharing

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator


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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hello all!

It's that time of year where the JSMBS NYS Mentoring Club is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 EBoard! There are 2 positions available. To apply, please send an email to jsmbsmentoring@gmail.com with one paragraph telling us about why you're interested and think you would be a good fit! Additionally, please attach your resume/CV and include any sites you have been a mentor at in the past through the club! Applications are due March 20. Thank you for your interest and the difference you make in the Buffalo community!

Best regards,
Jess, Kyle, and Cynthia

Dear students,

We hope this email finds you well. With the rollout of Well Beyond Phase 2, we have updated our Absence Policy and created a new Absence Request Form. To request an absence from your clerkship, please fill out the Absence Request Form. This will notify the necessary individuals, including your clerkship director and clerkship coordinator; they will follow up with you as needed.

This form will also be available on UBLearns and within all clerkship syllabi. We will review this policy during Phase 2 orientation.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Srikrithi Krishnan, srikrith@buffalo.edu. Thank you!

Best,
Srikrithi
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Srikrithi Krishnan, MBA, MPH
she/her/hers
Clinical Education Curriculum Coordinator
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
716-829-5502
LinkedIn

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our free medical clinics for March on Tuesday, 3/3/26, and Tuesday, 3/17/26. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Jeremy from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff. The Signup Genius link is below:

Sign up here

Feel free to message any e-board member if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board

Hello all!

It's that time of year where the JSMBS NYS Mentoring Club is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 EBoard! There are 2 positions available. To apply, please send an email to jsmbsmentoring@gmail.com with one paragraph telling us about why you're interested and think you would be a good fit! Additionally, please attach your resume/CV and include any sites you have been a mentor at in the past through the club! Applications are due March 20. Thank you for your interest and the difference you make in the Buffalo community!

Best regards,
Jess, Kyle, and Cynthia

To support your progress in HSSP, two virtual sessions have been created to strengthen your scholarly writing and citation management skills.

These sessions are especially helpful for M1 and M2 students as you continue developing your current and future deliverables.

Please use the links below to sign up. Zoom details will be sent after registration.

Hello all!
We are thinking of you all and whether you've already taken step or are continuing to prepare, please know we remain here for you and are excited to see you all on March 23! There are 3 important things that we need you to be aware of now and address in the coming days related to transportation during clerkships, immunizations/health requirements, and career advising meetings:

TRANSPORTATION
As we prepare for upcoming clerkships, we are gathering updated information regarding any true transportation barriers that may affect your ability to travel to clinical sites. This form will help us ensure consistency and understand any updated transportation needs since your clinical immersion surveys.

Please complete the form if you have a true transportation barrier (for example, you do not own a car). Please submit your response by Friday, February 13, 2026.

Transportation Barrier Form: https://forms.office.com/r/hUcpx7C9VL

If you have any questions, please reach out to Srikrithi Krishnan, srikrith@buffalo.edu.

IMMUNIZATIONS

Immunization and Health Requirements: The website is here, but please note that as a medical student (a health major), the requirements are more involved including needing proof of screening for Tuberculosis with either a PPD, QuantiFERON TB Gold, or a T-Spot. These can be done at Student Health. **Once completed, it can take 10-15 days for Student Health to update the account and for holds to clear - you cannot start clinical rotations without this.

CAREER ADVISING MEETINGS

We (Drs. Milling, Bordonaro, Donhauser, and Hoston) will be meeting for career advising with each of you at your convenience during the HSSP month. These are 20-minute meetings to check in, understand how things are going, what specialties you might be interested in, and review your Phase 2 schedule and goals. Please sign up for a slot here. These can be in person or via zoom. We look forward to meeting with you!

Keep up the amazing work, reach out if we can help in any way!

All our best,

Your Student and Academic Affairs Team

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Samantha F. Bordonaro, MD, FACEP (she/her/hers)
Assistant Dean for Student & Academic Affairs
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine
University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main Street Suite 1200 | Buffalo, NY 14203-1121 | 716.829.6024
bordonar@buffalo.edu
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Dear Jacobs School medical students (M1, M2 and M3):

Hello, please see attached flyer for an IPE opportunity this spring:

1. Work with interprofessional teams of students directly with patients that live with blood disorders (patients = Health Mentors)
2. Develop patient-centered skills as you care plan with mentors and learn about social determinants of health
3. Receive a stipend ($150) for your time/effort through the Western New York Blood Care Center
4. Receive the 3rd (and final) Digital Badge (in the IPE Micro-Credentialing Pathway) – you already automatically receive the first 2 badges!

See attached flyer to sign up online – spaces are limited – first meeting February 18
See attached timeline and dates for planning/calendaring

Please email me with any questions, professor Oldani

Book a 30 minutes Online meeting with me.

Michael J. Oldani, PhD, MS
(1st generation college grad)
Executive Director
Interprofessional Practice & Education (IPE @ UB)
Office of Health Sciences
Clinical Associate Professor
Pharmacology & Toxicology
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo/SUNY
mjoldani@buffalo.edu
o: 716-829-3872
c: 262-957-6310
IPE & Innovation
link to peer-reviewed work


Maimouna Samba (may-moo-nah)
Curriculum Office Administrator
Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main St, Room 7161
Buffalo, NY 14203
Ph: (716) 829-3467

Hi all,

You will find the sign-up link for the February Lighthouse Clinic volunteer shifts below. Please sign up for ONE shift if you have not had the chance to volunteer yet this semester and ensure you are available that day. You will receive an email with more information the week that you are scheduled for clinic. There are two slots for M1s and two slots for M2s each night, with an additional waitlist spot for each as well.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CA8AA22A64-62051033-february

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering with us. Let me know if you have any questions!

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hi everyone,

Sign-ups for February Lighthouse volunteering will be sent out the morning of Monday, February 2nd. There will be 2 slots available for M1s and 2 slots available for M2s each week and 1 spot as a backup. You will receive an email the Thursday before clinic with further information about what to expect. Please make sure you are available on the date that you sign up.

Thank you so much for volunteering with us!

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Please see e-mail on behalf of Dr. Holmes and Joseph Skrajewski. Please note, if you are interested in this program for your upcoming M3 year please also e-mail omeregistrar@buffalo.edu with your M3 2026-2027 schedule and elective block.

We are pleased to have secured funding to accept one to four University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences students to participate in the Summer Institute for Medical Students (SIMS) program at Hazelden Betty Ford in Rancho Mirage, California either the week of May 18-22, June 1-5, June 22-26, or July 20-24, 2026.

The Summer Institute for Medical Students (SIMS) has been developed carefully to provide an overview of treatment for the disease of addiction in a comprehensive and experiential educational experience through the eyes of our patients. Please see attached for the program description.

The experience students have is designed to engage them on an emotional and intellectual level. It is a rich and meaningful experience because we take students out of the classroom for much of their program week and involve them directly with our patients, not as professionals, but as participants/observers in their journey of self-discovery and recovery. Notice I put the word “participant” before “observer.” This is not a voyeuristic experience. It is one of engagement! Students will be expected to participate with the patients in the process of self-exploration and self-discovery. It is a worthwhile endeavor.

The SIMS program offers a rare inside view of Hazelden Betty Ford’s approach to treatment of the person with substance use disorder. The patients know ahead of time that students will be joining them for the week. They will follow similar schedules as the patients with supplemental presentations designed specifically for students. Program activities include lectures, group therapy sessions, meals with the patients, specialty groups, and a host of additional activities.

The application process closes on Sunday, February 1st. The students will send one e-mail directly to me at jskrajewski@hazeldenbettyford.org which will include:

1. CV
2. One letter of recommendation from an individual that can speak to your talents and abilities
3. One page (500 words max) personal essay encapsulating these three questions:
1. In your own words, explain the definition of addiction.
b. How has addiction personally affected your life? *Please note that personal experience with addiction is not a requirement for acceptance.
c. What do you hope to achieve by participating in the SIMS program?
4. If you are available to attend in Rancho Mirage, CA (a) the week of May 18-22, (b) the week of June 1-5, (c) the week of June 22-26, (d) the week of July 20-24, 2026, or (e) if you are available for more than one or all of them (please specify which).

Our Hazelden Betty Ford team will score all applications beginning Monday, February 2nd, then will make all acceptance decisions by Thursday, February 26th. Notification of the one to four acceptances will be made via a personal congratulatory phone call to them the following day, February 27th, along with a consolation e-mail going out to those not selected that same day.

Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns regarding this application process.

All the best,
Joseph

Joseph Skrajewski, MA, MFTI
Executive Director, Medical & Professional Education
National Director, Healthcare Solutions
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
39407 Vista Del Sol
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Office: 760-773-4375
JSkrajewski@hazeldenbettyford.org

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our January free medical clinics on Tuesday, 2/3/26, and Tuesday, 2/17/26. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Jeremy from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff. The Signup Genius link is below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-61359365-february

Feel free to message any e-board member if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board

Greetings, I hope this email finds you well.

Are you passionate about helping students unlock their potential? Does making a difference in a student’s academic journey intrigue you?
The Office of Medical Admissions seeks current medical students with a strong commitment to academic excellence to provide MCAT tutoring and mentorship to pre-medical students. This is a paid opportunity.

What: MCAT Tutor
When: Mondays and Thursdays during the summer
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Compensation: to be discussed

Ideal candidates have strong MCAT performance and an interest in mentoring pre-medical students. Previous experience preferred.

If this position appeals to you, please respond to Jacobs-medical-admissions@buffalo.edu with a summary of your background including experience and qualifications.

Thank you for your time, and I look forward to connecting.

Best regards,
Office of Medical Admissions

Hello all,

Due to a low number of RSVPs we are cancelling tonight’s yoga.

Best,

Julie Szrama, M.S.
Director of Student and Academic Affairs
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-5135 | F 716-829-2798
juliemos@buffalo.edu

Hi all,

I will be sending a newsletter out in a bit- it is delayed because of the holiday and telecommuting but wanted to send out a reminder for YOGA tomorrow from 4:30pm-5:30pm in 1225. I am putting an RSVP link below, please fill this out if you are planning to attend.

If the university is closed again, we will reschedule the event, but we wanted to make sure we will have people there as we bring in a yoga instructor, and I don’t want her to drive in for low attendance. This is a great yoga class and our students last year raved about it; in case you needed incentive! 😊

RSVP LINK

Best,

Julie Szrama, M.S.
Director of Student and Academic Affairs
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-5135 | F 716-829-2798
juliemos@buffalo.edu
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Good afternoon, M2s,

This is a friendly reminder that beginning Tuesday, January 13, Dr. Miller-Procknal will offer two 30-minute drop-in sessions from 2:00-3:00pm.

Please use THIS LINK to sign up for a session (and disregard the previous sign-up link on this weeks newsletter). Registration is anonymous and confidential.

These sessions will be held every Tuesday from 2:00-3:00pm, beginning January 13 through February 17.

Take care,

Lauren Fitzpatrick, M.A. (she, her, hers)
Student Affairs Coordinator
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-2802 | F 716-829-2798

Dear M2 students,

The CommunityConnect team at Jacobs warmly invites you to our Annual Community Table on Friday, January 30, from 6–8 p.m., held at the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences.

Community Table is a chance to come together and celebrate the incredible people who make Learning Communities and CommunityConnect so meaningful— families of our neighborhood namesakes, community partners, faculty coaches, and just as importantly, you. Your care, commitment, and presence in the community are what bring this work to life.

This year, we’re also excited to introduce the first annual Community Care Award, honoring several M2s who were nominated by their CommunityConnect sites for the heart and dedication they bring to their service. We hope you’ll join us in recognizing and celebrating these classmates.

Come enjoy an evening of delicious food and wonderful company!

Please RSVP here (this helps us plan for food, refreshments, and seating).

We’ll have a slideshow running throughout the evening — if you have photos from your time in Learning Communities or CommunityConnect with classmates, coaches, or community partners, please feel free to email them to me at fatimano@buffalo.edu.

We hope to see you there!

Warmly,
Fatima, Mike and Sourav


Fatima Nor, MPH (she/her)
Program Coordinator, Learning Communities and CommunityConnect
Office of Medical Curriculum
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main St, Room 7160
Buffalo, NY 14203
Ph: (716) 829-6064, C: (716) 218-9729
fatimano@buffalo.edu
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Good afternoon,

IMC 565 Asylum Medicine will be offered during the Spring 2026 semester to all students (both Classic and Well Beyond Curriculum). As a reminder, this is an optional elective and will not count towards graduation requirements. We will open a form for all students on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1PM. Enrollment will be based on form submission timestamp.

Form can be accessed here. The form will go live on Wednesday at 1pm.

If you have any questions regarding the course, you can reach out to the course director, Dr. Griswold (griswol@buffalo.edu)

________________________________________
IMC 565 Asylum Medicine, 3 credits
The goal of this elective is to provide an encompassing experience in advocacy and medical legal partnerships created to support individuals seeking asylum in the United States. Throughout the course of this elective, students will explore how forensic evaluations are conducted, documented, and their clinical utility in immigration courts. Specifically, students will develop, practice and refine their ability to document quality affidavits that can be utilized as objective medical evidence in an individual’s case for asylum. Additionally, students will be introduced to themes such as trauma-informed care, how to serve detained clients, and the diversity of asylum cases that are addressed in Buffalo. This elective is directed towards all medical students interested in working with underserved populations and patients whose health is largely affected by legal, social and cultural barriers to care.

Prerequisites: MS1, MS2, MS3 and MS4 in good academic standing

Semester: Spring

Location: Virtual

Dates: 2/24-4/22/2026

Time: TBD but will be flexible due to varying schedules.

Number of students: 20

Shannon Okonczak, M.S. (she, her, hers)
Registrar
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1212| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-2802 | F 716-829-2798

Happy Friday - I hope that your year is off to a most beautiful start!

The CommunityConnect team at Jacobs warmly invites you to our Annual Community Table on Friday, January 30, from 6–8 p.m., held at the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences.

Community Table is a chance to come together and celebrate the incredible people who make Learning Communities and CommunityConnect so meaningful— families of our neighborhood namesakes, community partners, faculty coaches, and just as importantly, you. Your care, commitment, and presence in the community are what bring this work to life.

This year, we’re also excited to introduce the first annual Community Care Award, honoring several M2s who were nominated by their CommunityConnect sites for the heart and dedication they bring to their service. We hope you’ll join us in recognizing and celebrating these classmates.

Come enjoy an evening of delicious food and wonderful company!

Please RSVP here (this helps us plan for food, refreshments, and seating).

We’ll have a slideshow running throughout the evening — if you have photos from your time in Learning Communities or CommunityConnect with classmates, coaches, or community partners, please feel free to email them to me at fatimano@buffalo.edu.

We hope to see you there!

Warmly,
Fatima, Mike and Sourav


Fatima Nor, MPH (she/her)
Program Coordinator, Learning Communities and CommunityConnect
Office of Medical Curriculum
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main St, Room 7160
Buffalo, NY 14203
Ph: (716) 829-6064, C: (716) 218-9729
fatimano@buffalo.edu
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Hi class of 2028:

A REMINDER: Mantra bracelet making today, January 7, at 3-4pm in 1225A. Take a break and make something that will remind you of your purpose through studying.

Meal Order for 1/15- DUE JANUARY 12TH 10AM: Meal Pick Up 1/15 - Google Forms

Best,


Julie Szrama, M.S.
Director of Student and Academic Affairs
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-5135 | F 716-829-2798
juliemos@buffalo.edu
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Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our January free medical clinics on Tuesday, 1/6/26, and Tuesday, 1/20/26. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff. The Signup Genius link is below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-61359346-january

Feel free to message any e-board member if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board

Dear M2 Students,

As you prepare for Step 1, we are also looking ahead to the beginning of your Phase 2 curriculum. During this clinical phase, you may feel that you require accommodations in order to successfully access the curriculum and achieve clerkship objectives.

If you believe that you may require clinical accommodations, please contact Stephanie Chesboro (schesebr@buffalo.edu; 716-645-2608) to set up a meeting. Please make every effort to meet with her by January 31.

Please note, clinical accommodation requests are considered differently and separately from testing and classroom accommodations. Therefore, even if you currently have accommodations of some nature, you will still need to meet with Stephanie for this check in.

For many of you, you will meet with Stephanie for 30-60 minutes to discuss the nature of potential barriers in the clinical setting, as well as any updates needed to testing accommodations, accommodations on OSCE exams, etc. After, you may be asked to provide some additional documentation or answer follow up questions, depending on the nature of your request. However, this will not be as time intensive as applying for Step 1 accommodations and you will be able to accomplish this during your Step 1 study time.

If you have already had this discussion with Stephanie or if you feel you do not need accommodations in a clinical setting, you can disregard this message.

Please don’t hesitate to ask Stephanie, Dr. Kwiatkowski, or me if you have any questions about the clinical accommodations process.

Thanks,
Carrie

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Carrie Campbell, MEd (she/her)
Assistant Administrative Director for Curricular Operations
Office of Medical Curriculum
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main St, Room 7176
Buffalo, NY 14203
Ph: (716) 829-3467
cgilling@buffalo.edu

Hi all,

You will find the sign-up link for the January Lighthouse Clinic volunteer shifts below. Please sign up for ONE shift if you have not had the chance to volunteer yet this semester and ensure you are available that day. You will receive an email with more information the week that you are scheduled for clinic. There are two slots for M1s and two slots for M2s each night, with an additional waitlist spot for each as well.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CA8AA22A64-61376116-january

If you would like to sign up for the January dermatology clinic on 1/30 please see the separate sign up below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CA8AA22A64-61442194-january

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering with us. Let me know if you have any questions!

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our January free medical clinics on Tuesday, 1/6/26, and Tuesday, 1/20/26. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff. The Signup Genius link is below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-61359346-january

Feel free to message any e-board member if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board

Hello all,

Happy New Year!

Due to our holiday break, we will not have a newsletter this week. I am sending out the finalized calendar and meal order.

Monday 1/5- we will have a snack pick up 9:30am- 10:30am outside of Active Learning.

Wednesday- 1/7, 3pm-4pm- 1225A- we will be making our own mantra bracelets for studying!

Please place your meal order for pick up on 1/8 here: THIS IS DUE ON MONDAY, 1/5 BY 10AM. No late orders can be processed.
ORDER HERE

I hope studying is off to a great start!! 😊

Best,

Julie Szrama, M.S.
Director of Student and Academic Affairs
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-5135 | F 716-829-2798
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We would like to share with you a one-year research opportunity that may be of interest to 2nd or 3rd year medical students who are contemplating a career in dermatology.

Specifically, the Division of Dermatologic Surgery, Department of Dermatology at Northwestern University has an opening for a gap year research fellow from June 2026 through May 2027. During this mentored research year, students learn to apply the methods of clinical research in order to complete several individual research projects pertaining to skin cancer and skin surgery. While the position is unpaid, gap year students are supported to attend national meetings to present their work, and are also provided appropriate training. All gap year students completing this program during the past 10 years have been successful in matching in dermatology residency.
I am the primary mentor for the gap year student at Northwestern Dermatologic Surgery.

Interested students should email Dr.AlamLab@gmail.com with their CV, Step 1 and 2 score reports (if available), and at least two letters of recommendation from prior clinical or research mentors who know them well. All documents should be combined into one PDF titled the applicant’s first and last name. The application deadline is January 31th, 2026, and interviews will be offered on a rolling basis.
Thank you very much for appraising your students of this opportunity.

Warmest regards,
Murad Alam, MD
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Chicago, IL

Hello M2s, M3s, and M4s,

I would like to inform you of an updated date for the Research Forum. The event will now take place on Monday, February 23, in the M&T Atrium, from 1:00-4:00pm. An updated flyer reflecting this change is attached for your reference.

We are excited to announce that applications for the Medical Student Research Forum open today, December 19. This forum provides an excellent opportunity to share your research with faculty and fellow students while gaining valuable professional experience. We encourage the presentation of all forms of basic and clinical research, conducted both within and outside the Buffalo area. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top poster presentations.

Application: You must submit your application and abstract by 5 p.m. Monday, January 26. Late applications will not be accepted.

Research Forum Application

You are REQUIRED to participate in this forum if you are a recipient of the following fellowships:

Good morning,

The following scholarship opportunities for medical students are open for submission:

Hello Class of 2028!!

First, we want to share that we are very proud of you and all you've accomplished in Phase 1. We understand everyone's Step 1 journey will look a bit different and we remain here for you throughout this time!

As you embark on your dedicated study period, based on feedback from our current M3 students, there is one thing that we feel is important to know now as it will be helpful to address during dedicated prior to returning on 3/23/26 for Clinical Reasoning & Synthesis/Orientation.

Immunization and Health Requirements: The website is here, but please note that as a medical student (a health major), the requirements are more involved including needing proof of screening for Tuberculosis with either a PPD, QuantiFERON TB Gold, or a T-Spot. These can be done at Student Health. **Once completed, it can take 10-15 days for Student Health to update the account and for holds to clear - you cannot start clinical rotations without this.

Please reach out with any questions, study hard, but make sure to reward yourself with the things that fill your cup. It's a marathon, but you're not alone. Reach out any time,

Your Student Affairs Team:

Dr. Milling
Dr. Bordonaro
Dr. Donhauser
Julie Szrama
Lauren Fitzpatrick
Shannon Okonczak
Michelle Porter


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Samantha F. Bordonaro, MD, FACEP (she/her/hers)
Assistant Dean for Student & Academic Affairs
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine
University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main Street Suite 1200 | Buffalo, NY 14203-1121 | 716.829.6024
bordonar@buffalo.edu

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Good afternoon, M2s,

We would like to share information regarding the mandatory class meetings for the Spring 2026 semester. Due to your spring schedule, these meetings will take place during your M3 Orientation Week, March 30-April 3.

Please mark this week on your calendar, as [u][color=#FF0000]attendance for the entire week is mandatory[/color][/u].

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Best regards,

Lauren Fitzpatrick, M.A. (she, her, hers)
Student Affairs Coordinator
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-2802 | F 716-829-2798

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our next free medical clinic on Tuesday, December 16. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.

Please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-61124916-fonp

Feel free to message any of the e-board members if you have any questions.
Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board
President - Brendan Fox (btfox@buffalo.edu)
Vice President - Ryan Burns (rpburns3@buffalo.edu)
Treasurer - Jacob Don (jdon@buffalo.edu)
Secretary - Sophie McCormick (semccorm@buffalo.edu)

Dear M2 Students,

As you look ahead to your upcoming STEP dedicated period, we want you to know that we’re thinking of you and planning meaningful ways to support your well-being during this important stretch of preparation. STEP studying can be intense, and our goal is to make sure you feel cared for, connected, and encouraged throughout it.

Our team is currently putting together a series of wellness programs designed specifically for your needs during dedicated. We’ll share the full schedule in the new year, and programming will begin after the holidays so that those of you traveling home can fully enjoy that time without missing anything. To help us tailor this experience for your class, please fill out the survey below by December 15th. We want to make sure the programming we invest in will be utilized and help you!

Step Into Wellness Survey

We hope the upcoming break gives you a chance to recharge. In the meantime, please know that we’re here for you and excited to offer resources.

Best,

Julie Szrama, M.S.
Director of Student and Academic Affairs
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-5135 | F 716-829-2798
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Wishing you the best of luck on your in-house final exam today, you’ve got this!

Just a quick reminder that the Wellness Committee will have lunch boxes + Dedicated survival kits waiting for you.

Friday, December 12

12:15 PM

ALC

Come grab some food, take a quick breather, and let us send you into Dedicated feeling supported and fueled.

We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way!

Warmly,

JSMBS Wellness Committee
2026-2027 Co-Presidents: Saleh Jaser, Zoe Farkash, Gianna Horvath

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our next free medical clinic on Tuesday, December 16. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.

Please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-61124916-fonp

Feel free to message any of the e-board members if you have any questions.
Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board
President - Brendan Fox (btfox@buffalo.edu)
Vice President - Ryan Burns (rpburns3@buffalo.edu)
Treasurer - Jacob Don (jdon@buffalo.edu)
Secretary - Sophie McCormick (semccorm@buffalo.edu)

Dear M2 Students,

We hope you all are doing well. For those of you who were unable to pick up the pre-paid debit cards for completing the ISA survey at the class financial literacy session last week, the cards will be available for pick-up at the Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement, Rm 6101H at the following dates and times:

12/9 – 8:30am-1:00pm
12/10 – 11:00am-12:00pm
12/11 – 8:30am-12:00pm (in office), 1:00pm-3:00pm (in room 6129)

Thank you once again for your time and input by participating in the ISA survey.

Best,
ISA Committee
M1 - Mark Youssef & Sarah Bukhari
M2 - Luke Hobika, Noah Kim, & Taylor Campbell
M3 - Nicole McGrath & Shashwat Shah
M4 - Amanda Bahgat & Colin Marchincin
MD/PhD - Johanna Rajotte

Dear M2s,

Dedicated is almost here and before the grind begins, the Wellness Committee wants to send you off the right way.

Join us for a quick M2 Send-Off Lunch with FREE lunch boxes + Dedicated survival kits to fuel your study days and boost your morale.

Date: Friday, December 12
Time: 12:15 PM
Location: ALC

No long speeches. No pressure. Just good food, useful goodies, and a room full of people cheering you on before you tackle Dedicated. 💪📚

We’ll be rooting for you every step of the way.

See you there,

JSMBS Wellness Committee
2026-2027 Co-Presidents: Saleh Jaser, Zoe Farkash, Gianna Horvath

Good morning all!

Looking forward to seeing many of you this afternoon at 1pm in the ALC for our Psych Exam Kahoot (this will be our Learning Communities activity for the afternoon). A big thanks to Dr. Camp and the Psych TAs for putting questions together for you! We'll have pizza for folks. Attendance is not required, but we'll give Community Cup points for those who come and up to 50 points to the Neighborhood Kahoot winner (current standings below). I will share the Kahoot with the class afterwards. I will do my best to record the session and share it as well. Best, Dr. S

Community Cup Standings site

Sourav Sengupta, MD, MPH (he/him/his)
Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Pediatrics
Director, Learning Communities
Program Director, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship
Division Chief, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Department of Psychiatry
Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo
716-320-0362 / souravse@buffalo.edu
Book time to meet with me

Hello Class of 2028,

As we prepare to enter dedicated for Step 1, we wanted to share the preliminary versions of ALLEN for the entirety of Phase 1. We understand that some of the documents, particularly those of Cardio/Pulm and GI/Renal may not be complete, but we will work diligently to make sure they are as helpful as possible for you to use during dedicated. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us or fill out the feedback form linked below.

Happy studying,
Gianna Minnuto and Luke Hobika

ALLEN Foundations
ALLEN MSK/Derm
ALLEN Cardio/Pulm
ALLEN GI/Renal
ALLEN Endo/Repro
ALLEN Neuro/Psych
ALLEN Feedback Form

Dear M2 Students,

We hope you all are doing well. For those of you who were unable to pick up the pre-paid debit cards for completing the ISA survey yesterday at the class financial literacy session, the cards will be available for pick-up at the Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement, Rm 6101H at the following dates and times:

12/3 – 11:30am-5:00pm
12/4 – 8:30am-12:30pm
12/9 – 8:30am-1:00pm
12/10 – 11:00am-12:00pm
12/11 – 8:30am-12:00pm (in office), 1:00pm-3:00pm (in room 6129)

Thank you once again for your time and input by participating in the ISA survey.

Best,
ISA Committee
M1 - Mark Youssef & Sarah Bukhari
M2 - Luke Hobika, Noah Kim, & Taylor Campbell
M3 - Nicole McGrath & Shashwat Shah
M4 - Amanda Bahgat & Colin Marchincin
MD/PhD - Johanna Rajotte

Good afternoon, M2s,

Please see the class recording from todays Financial Literacy session. Slides for todays presentation can be found on UB Learns.

https://ub.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=c6d6acc5-e5f2-4553-b065-b3790111dbcc

Dear M2 Students,

We are happy to share that the pre-paid debit cards for completing the ISA survey will be available for pick-up this Tuesday, December 2nd at 12:30 PM at the class Financial Literacy session. Those who won the $40 cards will find out upon receiving their card.

If you are unable to pick up your card, we will send follow-up information about additional pick-up times.

Thank you once again for participating in the ISA survey.

Best,
ISA Committee
M1 - Mark Youssef & Sarah Bukhari
M2 - Luke Hobika, Noah Kim, & Taylor Campbell
M3 - Nicole McGrath & Shashwat Shah
M4 - Amanda Bahgat & Colin Marchincin
MD/PhD - Johanna Rajotte

Hi all,

You will find the sign-up link for the December Lighthouse Clinic volunteer shifts below. Please sign up for ONE shift if you have not had the chance to volunteer yet this semester and ensure you are available that day. You will receive an email with more information the week that you are scheduled for clinic. There are two slots for M1s and two slots for M2s each night, with an additional waitlist spot for each as well.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CA8AA22A64-60830875-december

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering with us. Let me know if you have any questions!

Best,
Alexia Philippone
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hello everyone,

We are reaching out to you all about our annual mentorship program for M1, M2, and M3s!

What is the mentorship program?
The mentorship program aims to connect students with local female physicians who serve as mentors. Families of 4-5 students from different years meet with mentors on a schedule that fits the needs of both mentors and mentees to ask questions and make lasting connections. This program fosters female leadership in medicine and helps connect students with physicians working in their field of interest. Although we cannot guarantee every student will be matched with a physician in their field of interest, we will do our best!

What is the time commitment?
Once matched, students are expected to respond to mentors in a timely manner with availability that accommodates their entire family. We generally recommend meeting once a month or once every 2 months!

Where do we meet our mentors?
Your family and mentor will decide on a location that suits you!

***PLEASE SIGN UP NO LATER THAN Friday, December 19***
Mentorship Sign Up

UB DoctHERS E-Board 2026
Michelle Tetro
Julia Forte
Monique Martin
Katie Holzmacher

Please see the reminder below from the Step 1 Mentor Committee-

The Step 1 Mentor Committee runs a mentoring program to support students during their STEP 1 preparations in collaboration with the Educational Success Program. We look to pair students currently studying for STEP 1 with upperclassmen that have taken and passed the exam within the last 2 years. The goal of the program is to provide students with one-to-one or small group near peer support during the dedicated study period. If you are interested in having a Step 1 Mentor, please complete this form by 11:59 PM on Wednesday December 3rd.

Sign up here!

If you have questions, please email the committee: Step1Mentor@buffalo.edu

Step 1 Mentor Committee
Jason Tran, Grace Kibler, Caleigh Loughran, Muhsinah Howlader, Peter Dolce, and Idem Eissen


Margaret Mazzone, PT, PhD (she/her)
Learning Specialist
Learning Science and Educational Success Program
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
955 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
mmazzone@buffalo.edu

Hi everyone,

My name is Isabella Kujawinski, and I am the M1 OSR Representative. I'm collecting student feedback on our supplemental courses (HSS, SLI, and AOM) to better understand how you’re using them, how helpful they feel in supporting your learning, and where improvements are needed.

Your responses will play an important role in shaping conversations with administration as we work to make these sessions a better use of our time and a more meaningful, useful part of the curriculum.

Please take a few minutes to complete this brief, anonymous survey as soon as possible so we are able to start working towards improving these classes:

Survey link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDfoKMwdAe9rcV911oRCSScc5K9dPWDC43Y9sqELCL4IltMw/viewform?usp=header

It should only take about 3–5 minutes, and your input is truly appreciated.

Thanks so much for helping us advocate for improvements!

Best,
Isabella Kujawinski

M1 OSR Representative

Jacobs School of Medicine and Biochemical Sciences
MD Class of 2029

Hello M2s!

Happy Tuesday (and last day before break)! Societa Anatomica is excited to announce that we are teaming up with SNMA for an MSK practical review. This event helps M1s prepare for the practical portion of the MSK final. If you went last year and want to pay it forward, this is your chance!

This event will be taking place on Saturday, 12/6 from 10:00am - 1:00pm in the Gross Anatomy lab. Worried that you forgot all the anatomy practical structures? Have no fear, you will only be asked to teach M1s one region of the body, so you got this!

If interested in volunteering, please fill out the interest form here. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, and thank you in advance for your help!

Best,
Societa Anatomica E-board
Brianna Friend | bcfriend@buffalo.edu
Rhys Mendel | rhysmend@buffalo.edu
Mateo Astudillo | mateoast@buffalo.edu
Richard Pasternack | rapaster@buffalo.edu
Shashwat Shah | sshah23@buffalo.edu

Hi All,

Here is a basic schedule for the IMC 630 Course starting on Monday, 12/15/2025. More details will be provided once they are finalized. If there are any questions or concerns you can speak with myself, Dr. Reeb (kkreebre@buffalo.edu), or Dr. Mazzone (mmazzone@buffalo.edu). Have a great Thanksgiving and enjoy your break.

Date —— IMC 630- Step 1 Prep and Synthesis

Monday 12/15 —— 9 a.m. – completion of CBSE exam (5 hour testing time + break)

Tuesday 12/16 —— 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.; 12-1 break (lunch on own); 1-4 p.m.

Wednesday 12/17 —— 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. (working lunch provided); 1-1:30 break; 1:30-4 p.m.

Thursday 12/18 —— 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 12-1 break (lunch on own); 1-4 p.m.

Friday 12/19 —— 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

~Nick Becker: Curriculum Coordinator

Sincerely,

~Nick

Nicholas A Becker (He/Him)
Curriculum Coordinator
Office 7163

Office of Medical Curriculum

Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

955 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14203

nabecker@buffalo.edu | 716-829-2164

Good morning,

The Office of Medical Admissions is happy to share some exciting news! Additional scholarship opportunities for medical students will open for applications today.

To review criteria and apply, please use the UB Scholarship Application Portal: https://buffalo.academicworks.com/ and search under scholarship opportunities for the following:

• Daniel and Gail Alexander Scholarship
• Auxiliary to the Medical Society of County of Erie Medical Student Scholarship
• Adeline M. Fagan MD ’19 Memorial Fund
• Harold Brody, MD '61 Medical Student Scholarship
• David Paul Hughes, MD Memorial Scholarship
• Dr. Charles Alfred Lee Scholarship Fund
• Dr. Garra K. Lester Student Scholarship Fund
• Harold W. Culbertson Scholarship Fund
• Dr. Romesh K. and Mrs. Neelam Kohli Medical Student Scholars
• Palliative Medical Excellence
• Progressive Medical Club of Buffalo
• Robert F. Reed, MD ’88 and Karen S. Reed, MD ’88 Medical Student Scholarship
• Elizabeth Rosner Scholarship Fund
• John J. and Janet H. Sung Scholarship
• Vazquez Family Medical Student Scholarship
• Walter S. Goodale Scholarship
• Dawn F. and Jacques M. Lipson, MD Scholarship
• Jonathan D. Daniels, MD ’98, & Family Memorial Scholarship

Priority will be given to applications received by Monday, December 8, 2025, and notifications of scholarship awardees will be made by Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Please note, many of these scholarships are non-renewable and will be available for this academic year only.

Thank you for your interest.

Sincerely,
Office of Medical Admissions


Laura Yusick, JD (she, her)
Director of Admissions
Office of Medical Admissions
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1100
Buffalo, NY 14203
Office: (716) 829-3466
Fax: (716) 829-3849

Please take a moment to read the flyer below and consider signing up if you're interested!

People Against the Trafficking of Humans (PATH) Well Health Clinic is a medial student-run volunteer clinic providing trauma-informed care and addiction medicine services for local survivors of human trafficking in the Buffalo and Erie County area. We offer medical services every Wednesday, 3-6 p.m. at our office at 999 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY.

We are looking for M1s and M2s who are interested in volunteering at our clinic, where you will be expected to obtain histories/physicals and present to our volunteer physicians from the community. We are looking for volunteers who are reliable and committed to building a culture of trust between historically marginalized populations and the medical community. To maintain consistency for patients, volunteers will be expected to attend clinic around once per month, but scheduling is flexible!

If you are interested in volunteering at PATH, please sign up on the following spreadsheet ASAP for more information!

Good morning, M2s,

This is a reminder of your [color=#0000BF]MANDATORY[/color] Financial Literacy session with Mr. Suchak on Tuesday, December 2, from 12:30-1:30pm, in the ALC.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

Lauren Fitzpatrick, M.A. (she, her, hers)
Student Affairs Coordinator
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-2802 | F 716-829-2798

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our next free medical clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 2. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5 to 7 p.m. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.

Please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-60740755-fonp

Feel free to message any of the e-board members if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board
President - Brendan Fox (btfox@buffalo.edu)
Vice President - Ryan Burns (rpburns3@buffalo.edu)
Treasurer - Jacob Don (jdon@buffalo.edu)
Secretary - Sophie McCormick (semccorm@buffalo.edu)

Hi again Class of 2028,

Just a quick correction as I listed the wrong dates in the initial email for IMC630. The correct dates are December 15-19, 2025. Apologies for any confusion!

Shannon Okonczak, M.S. (she, her, hers)
Registrar
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1212| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-2802 | F 716-829-2798

OSAA services and forms

From: JACOBSSCHOOL2028-LIST <JACOBSSCHOOL2028-LIST@listserv.buffalo.edu> On Behalf Of Shannon Okonczak
Sent: Monday, November 17, 2025 3:09 PM
To: JACOBSSCHOOL2028-LIST <JACOBSSCHOOL2028-LIST@listserv.buffalo.edu>
Subject: Phase 2 Clerkship Schedules- Nov 18 at 4pm

Hello Class of 2028,

Please read this email carefully and in its entirety.

1. M3 clerkship schedules have been set. You will receive an email with your schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18th at 4pm.

2. If you would like to swap your schedule with a classmate, you will have until Monday, November 24th at 10am to swap. As a reminder, [u]you must swap your entire schedule![/u]

To swap your schedule:
• Have one person email [email]omeregistrar@buffalo.edu[/email] with the other student copied on the email. By copying the other student on the email, we are using that as their consent that they agreed to switch.
• I will confirm I have received the email regarding the swap.
• On Monday, December 1st we will email everyone again with their updated schedule.
If you do not swap with another classmate, you will receive an email with the same schedule you were originally sent.

3. Electives- if you have an elective scheduled in 4A or 4B we will send out a survey to you sometime in December to select your elective.

4. Registration- All Class of 2028 students will be enrolled in the following courses for the spring 2026 semester:
• IMC630- Synthesis and Self Reflection (MANDATORY IN PERSON course December 15-19, 2025)
• IMC631- Step 1 Dedicated Study Time
• IMC525- Learning Communities
• IDM950- HSSP Part 1
• IDM740- Clinical Reasoning and Synthesis
• Your first two clerkships (or clerkship and elective)

Enrollment for Fall 2026 has not opened yet in HUB, you will not see your fall enrollment until later in the spring. MedHub enrollment is done separately from HUB enrollment and is handled by the Curriculum office.

If you have any questions, please let me know!

Shannon Okonczak, M.S. (she, her, hers)
Registrar
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1212| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-2802 | F 716-829-2798

OSAA services and forms

Hey everyone,

I hope the neuro exam went well! As we near the end of the semester, if there's a professor or teacher out there that holds a special place in your heart and has positively impacted your learning this year, you should nominate them for the 2026 Siegel Awards!

The Louis A. and Ruth Siegel Award for Excellence in Teaching is the foremost means for recognizing extraordinary teaching in our school. Louis A. Siegel received his medical degree from UB in 1923 and served as an assistant professor of obstetrics-gynecology for 21 years. He was a dedicated clinical teacher who was able to inspire medical students and house officers with enthusiasm and the spirit of inquiry.

The Siegel Awards provide a special opportunity for students to recognize faculty, students, residents and staff who have impacted their learning throughout medical school through exceptional education. That includes lecturers, small group leaders, any clinical faculty you worked with during clerkships (interns, residents, fellows, and attendings), volunteers, even other students (tutors, small group leaders, etc.) are all eligible for nomination. Don't forget to think about people you have worked with during the end of the last school year or people you worked with throughout your medical school career and haven't gotten around to nominating.

Please note that it is the quality of your nomination that matters, so include specific examples that explain why this person should win. You may make more than one nomination, just submit another nomination form. All submissions will be forwarded anonymously to nominees regardless of who wins.

HERE IS THE LINK FOR OUR NOMIATION FORM: 2025-2026 Siegel Nomination Form.
We will be accepting submissions until February 16th at midnight. The awards ceremony will be held on March 11th, and we encourage all students, especially nominators, to attend. Thank you in advance for helping us acknowledge our great teachers!

- The JSMBS Siegel Awards Committee

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our next free medical clinic on Tuesday, November 18th. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.

Please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-60370661-fonp

Feel free to message any of the e-board members if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board
President - Brendan Fox (btfox@buffalo.edu)
Vice President - Ryan Burns (rpburns3@buffalo.edu)
Treasurer - Jacob Don (jdon@buffalo.edu)
Secretary - Sophie McCormick (semccorm@buffalo.edu)

Hello Class of 2028! Friendly reminder to read over the Step 1 Delay Policy and fill out the attestation. Right now 40 students have completed this. All members of the class of 2028 must attest to having ready this policy.

The policy can be found on our website here

Attestation can be found here

Thank you!!

Office of Student and Academic Affairs

Hi everyone,

Congratulations to the M1's on their first clinical immersion experience and good luck to the M2's as they keep studying hard.

Learning Communities officially brings you our first Jacobs School of Medicine Spirit Week. We want to give M1's and M2's an opportunity to earn Community Cup points as well as build some excitement as the M2's move into their dedicated study period. This spirit week is a great time to be competitive and creative for your neighborhood. Although we don't have a true Homecoming, this is like Medical School Homecoming!

When: 11/17-11/21

How does this work?: See the attached flyer for the themes of each day, dress your best for that theme if you will be on campus for any required session!

Take photos and please share them with us via email: [email=ubcommunitycouncil@gmail.com]ubcommunitycouncil@gmail.com[/email].

Please email David or Brynn with any questions!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone's spirit!

Sincerely,

David Cazares
M2 Class Rep Community Council Liaison
[email=dmcazare@buffalo.edu]dmcazare@buffalo.edu[/email]

Brynn Grandusky
M1 Class Rep - Community Council Liaison
[email=brynngra@buffalo.edu]brynngra@buffalo.edu[/email]

Hi all,

You will find the sign-up link for the November Lighthouse Clinic volunteer shifts below. Please sign up for ONE shift if you have not had the chance to volunteer yet this semester and ensure you are available that day. You will receive an email with more information the week that you are scheduled for clinic. There are two slots for M1s and two slots for M2s each night, with an additional waitlist spot for each as well.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4CA8AA22A64-59951426-november

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering with us. Let me know if you have any questions!

Best,
Jenna Onetto
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hi everyone,

Sign-ups for November Lighthouse volunteering will be sent out the afternoon of Monday, November 3rd. There will be 2 slots available for M1s and 2 slots available for M2s each week and 1 spot as a backup. You will receive an email the Thursday before clinic with further information about what to expect. Please make sure you are available on the date that you sign up.

Thank you so much for volunteering with us!

Best,
Jenna Onetto
Volunteer Coordinator

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Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
(716) 222-0805
34 Benwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214
https://www.lighthousefreemedicalclinic.com

Hello Class of 2028! Friendly reminder to read over the Step 1 Delay Policy and fill out the attestation.

The policy can be found on our website here

Attestation can be found here

Thank you!!

Office of Student and Academic Affairs

Happy Spooky Season!

The Ophthalmology Interest Group will be hosting a review of the eye lectures for the MS-2's upcoming neuro exam 2 on Zoom tomorrow Wednesday, October 29th at 5pm. Please join us as 3rd year ophthalmology residents, Dr. Sylvia Marshall and Dr. Dmitriy Belous, answer questions and help us comprehend the spookiest organ of all!

Join Zoom Meeting
https://buffalo.zoom.us/j/99308070196?pwd=rebcf3GxHrbLbihzbqjnWYEYtLpNB3.1
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Best,
Ophthalmology Interest Group
Yaya Julien, Nicholas Kemmis, Chinelo Eruchalu, Yousef Yousef

We would like to extend an invitation to medical students to attend a Zoom information session for the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Medical Student Summer Research Fellowship (MSSRF) Program, a mentored, summer research program in Orthopedics for medical students who have completed their first year at an LCME-accredited US medical school.

This informational session will provide an overview of the program, including duration, eligibility, application process, and the unique research opportunities available.

Details:

Date: Monday, November 24th, 2025
Time: 6:00pm
Platform: Zoom (zoom link will be sent closer to date of event)

To rsvp, please use this RSVP LINK

This session is a great opportunity to learn more about how this fellowship can enhance your research skills and medical career. We encourage all student interested in applying to join.

Best,
Rose


ROSE SANTIAGO
Program Administrator, UME

HSS | Hospital for Special Surgery
535 East 70th Street, New York, NY 10021

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our next free medical clinic on Tuesday, November 4th. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.

Please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-59969573-fonp
Feel free to message any of the e-board members if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board
President - Brendan Fox (btfox@buffalo.edu)
Vice President - Ryan Burns (rpburns3@buffalo.edu)
Treasurer - Jacob Don (jdon@buffalo.edu)
Secretary - Sophie McCormick (semccorm@buffalo.edu)

Good afternoon M2s,

Please see the slides and class recording from today's M2 Class Meeting. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Class Recording: https://ub.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=8f64bbdb-8108-491a-b17b-b34000c919af


Lauren Fitzpatrick, M.A. (she, her, hers)
Student Affairs Coordinator
Office of Student and Academic Affairs | Offices of Medical Education
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
University at Buffalo
955 Main Street, Room 1204| Buffalo, NY 14203-1121
P 716-829-2802 | F 716-829-2798

Hi everyone,

Dr. Samuel Fuller (Orthopaedic Surgery PGY-3) will be hosting a suturing workshop on Thursday, November 6th at 6:00 PM in the surgical lab (7th floor).

There will be:

Good afternoon,

We are excited to invite you to a panel discussion on “Road to Physician Scientist”!

This session is part of a series of panel discussions called Medicine & More on various subjects outside of clinical practice. This upcoming session will focus on introducing the role of research in medicine and inspiring future physician-scientists.

Date: Monday, Nov. 3, 2025
Time: noon-12:45 p.m.
Location: Medical Alumni Classroom (room 2213 A&B)

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Hi everyone!

Friends of Night People is holding our next free medical clinic on Tuesday, October 21. We are looking for three volunteers (2 M1s and 1 M2) to assist Dr. Igoe from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Please attend the clinic in preceptor attire without white coats, and bring your stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.

Please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044CA4A823A02-59531711-fonp
Feel free to message any of the e-board members if you have any questions.

Thank you for volunteering!

FONP Executive Board
President - Brendan Fox (btfox@buffalo.edu)
Vice President - Ryan Burns (rpburns3@buffalo.edu)
Treasurer - Jacob Don (jdon@buffalo.edu)
Secretary - Sophie McCormick (semccorm@buffalo.edu)

Dear M2 Students,

We hope this message finds you well. The deadline to complete the Independent Student Analysis (ISA) Survey has been extended to Sunday, October 19th at 11:59 PM to give everyone additional time to participate, along with additional incentives.

A sincere thank you to those who have already submitted your responses. Your feedback plays a vital role in shaping our school’s self-assessment and continuous improvement efforts. For those who haven’t yet completed it, please take a few minutes to do so before the deadline. Participation in the ISA is a required component of our LCME accreditation process, and we’re just a few responses away from reaching our target participation rate.

🎁 Incentives:
Every student who completes the survey gets a $25 gift card.
The class with the highest completion rate earns an extra $15 gift card per student.
NEW: 10 students from each class and 1 MD/PhD students will be entered into a raffle to receive an additional $50 gift card.

? ISA Survey Link: https://redcap.buffalo.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=3R7WPKY8JMRPJHXL
Please note: Links are unique to each class — be sure to use the one you were sent.

If you’ve already completed the survey, thank you again, and please encourage your classmates to do the same. Every submission helps ensure our student body is fully represented in this critical accreditation process.
Thank you for your time, input, and continued support.

Warm regards,
ISA Committee
M1 – Mark Youssef & Sarah Bukhari
M2 – Luke Hobika, Noah Kim, & Taylor Campbell
M3 – Nicole McGrath & Shashwat Shah
M4 – Amanda Bahgat & Colin Marchincin
MD/PhD – Johanna Rajotte

Hi M1's and M2's,

I wish everyone luck in studying for their upcoming exams!


Learning Communities is putting together a spirit week for the fall to provide a team-building opportunity to earn points for your Community and to bond with our faculty coaches! When you have a moment, we would love to get your input on Spirit week themes in the form below by 10/17! Spirit Week would be the week of 11/17 after M1's are back from clinical immersions and before things get super busy for M2's.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdr54ovfnaK3kA-8gb8L3cT_Jb-t_3bZf39xESeEScgIySW2w/viewform?usp=header

Best regards,


David Cazares
M2 Class Rep Community Council Liaison

Brynn Grandusky
M1 Class Rep - Community Council Liaison

Dear M2 Students,

This is a quick reminder to complete the Independent Student Analysis (ISA) — a vital part of the LCME accreditation process. Remember, at least 70% of each class must participate for our results to count. Your voice makes the difference!

?? The survey only takes 10–20 minutes.

Incentives:

Every student who completes the survey gets a $25 gift card.
The class with the highest completion rate earns an extra $15 gift card per student.

🗓? Deadline: Today, Monday, October 14th @ 11:59 PM
Final Day!

? Survey Link: https://redcap.buffalo.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=3R7WPKY8JMRPJHXL
** LINKS ARE SPECIFIC TO EACH CLASS, PLEASE ONLY USE THE LINK YOU WERE SENT **
Completing this survey is a critical step in maintaining our school’s accreditation. You’ll find more information about the ISA on page 1 of the survey. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the ISA email or any of the representatives.
Thank you for your time and commitment.

Best,
ISA Committee
M1 - Mark Youssef & Sarah Bukhari
M2 - Luke Hobika, Noah Kim, & Taylor Campbell
M3 - Nicole McGrath & Shashwat Shah
M4 - Amanda Bahgat & Colin Marchincin
MD/PhD - Johanna Rajotte