Student Organizations & Interest Groups
The College of Human Medicine supports a variety of medical student organizations, interest groups and honor societies. Involvement in these groups allow students to explore specific interests, engage with peers and grow academically, professionally and personally.
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Addiction Medicine Student Interest Group (AMSIG)
Addiction Medicine Student Interest Group (AMSIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The mission of the CHM Addiction Medicine Student Interest Group (AMSIG) is to increase exposure to the subspecialty. The AMSIG aims to equip medical students with the knowledge needed to provide empathetic care to their patients affected by addiction regardless of the specialty they ultimately pursue. The AMSIG will also provide students with opportunities to learn about the impact of addiction through the eyes of real patients, providers and others working in the field.
Faculty Advisors (GR)
Cara Poland, MD, Med
polandc2@msu.edu
Jamie Alan, PharmD, PhD
alanjami@msu.eduOfficers (GR)
Kyle Bivins
bivinsky@msu.eduJasmine Mortazavi
mortaza1@msu.eduKyle Krzesowik
krzesow1@msu.eduEmily Beardsley
beards29@msu.edu -
Advocates for Vulnerable Populations (AVP)
Advocates for Vulnerable Populations (AVP)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: Our goal is to gather students with a passion for advocating for vulnerable populations. We strive to start conversations that allow us to gain new perspectives within our community. We hope to work with various organizations that serve these vulnerable populations so that we may better serve as future physicians.
Email: avp.msuchm@gmail.comFaculty Advisor (GR)
Kim Ludwig, MD
ludwigk3@msu.edu
Vice President (EL)
Lara Hakim
Hakimla1@msu.edu
President (GR)
Danielle Hanson
Hanson83@msu.edu
Vice President (GR)
Faten Khalil
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American Association of Neurological Surgeons – Michigan State University Chapter
American Association of Neurological Surgeons – Michigan State University Chapter
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The Mission of American Association of Neurological Surgery (AANS) Medical Student Chapters is to provide early support and leadership training to medical students exploring a career in neurosurgery. AANS Medical Student Chapters will provide a forum for students to organize professional, educational, and research activities within individual programs, promote mentorship, and facilitate participation at a national level for the next generation of neurosurgical leaders.
Email: nsigmsuchm@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Anthony Avellino, MD
avellino@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Momodu Bah
bahmomod@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Caleb Szymanski
Szym105@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Nach Deshpande
Deshpa27@msu.edu -
American Medical Association (AMA)
American Medical Association (AMA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The AMA Medical Student Section is one of the largest and most influential organizations of medical students in the country and one of the most active groups at MSU-CHM. When you join the MSU-CHM chapter of the AMA, you also become a part of the Michigan State Medical Society and the Kent County or Ingram County Medical Society, depending on whether you are at the Grand Rapids or East Lansing Campus, respectively.
Website: https://www.ama-assn.org/member-groups-sections/medical-students
Email: amaatchm@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Wanda Lipscomb, PhD
lipscom3@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Jane Courts, MD
courts@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Remonda Khalil
Khalilr1@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Tiffie Keung
keungman@msu.eduVice President (EL)
William Vanderpols
Vande694@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Melanie Valentin
Valen182@msu.eduCommunity Service Chair (EL)
Arjun Chadha
chadhaa2@msu.edu / 734-560-5481Community Service Chair (GR)
Amanda Schoonver
Schoon17@msu.eduCommunity Service Chair (EL)
Moustafa Hadi
hadimous@msu.eduMembership and Recruitment Chair (GR)
Alexis Hansen
Hanso104@msu.eduMembership and Recruitment Chair (EL)
Simon Zetuna
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American Medical Students Association (AMSA)
American Medical Students Association (AMSA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The American Medical Student Association (AMSA), with a half-century history of medical student activism, is the oldest and largest independent association of physicians-in-training in the United States. Today, AMSA is a student-governed, national organization committed to representing the concerns of physicians-in-training. AMSA members are medical students, premedical students, interns, residents and practicing physicians. Founded in 1950, AMSA continues its commitment to improving medical training and the nation’s health.
Website: www.amsa.org
Email: msumed.amsa@gmail.com (EL); amsachm@gmail.com (GR)
Faculty Advisor
Wanda Lipscomb, PhD
lipscom3@msu.eduCo-Presidents (EL)
Simon Zetuna
zetunasi@msu.edu
Sarah Shareef
Shareef1@msu.eduCo-Presidents (GR)
Faten Khalil
Khalilf1@msu.edu
Grant Backer
Gback911@msu.edu -
American Medical Women's Association (AMWA)
American Medical Women's Association (AMWA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The American Medical Women's Association is an organization which functions at the local, national, and international level to advance women in medicine and improve women's health. We achieve this by providing and developing leadership, advocacy, education, expertise, mentoring, and strategic alliances.
Website: www.amwa-doc.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amwaatmsuchm/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amwaMSUCHM/
Email: amwamsuchm@gmail.com (EL); amwa.msu@gmail.com (GR)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Jane Turner, MD
turnerjj@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Katherine Keller, DO
kellerk2@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Sabba Mansoor
mansoor7@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Madeline Merwin
merwinma@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Danielle Keller
kelle244@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Paige Pieczarka
pieczark@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Emily Koptyra
koptyrae@msu.eduSecretary (GR)
Sierra Silverwood
silverwo@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Elizabeth Ross
Rosseli4@msu.eduTreasurer (GR)
Jasmine Mortazavi
mortaza1@msu.eduCommunity Outreach (EL)
Kelly Russell
russe459@msu.eduFundraising Chair (EL)
Valery Rozen
rozenalb@msu.eduRecruitment Chairs (GR)
Katie DeLara
Hartupe1@msu.edu
Clarice Callahan
Calla129@msu.edu -
Anesthesia Student Interest Group (ASIG)
Anesthesia Student Interest Group (ASIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The mission of the Anesthesia Student Interest Group is to allow medical students of all interests further explore the field of anesthesia and the opportunities it presents. We will promote education, communication, advocacy, research, and networking among students and physicians in the field of anesthesiology.
Email: chmasiggr@gmail.com (GR)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Imu Esmail, MD
esmail@msu.eduFaculty Advisors (GR)
Paul Jaklitsch, MD
Paul.Jaklitsch@apcpc.net
Amanda Westman, DO
amanda.westman@apcpc.netPresident (EL)
Mariam Bezih
bezihmar@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Joshua Gira
girajosh@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Sarah Shareef
Shareef1@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Jacob Knowlton
Knowlt36@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Patrick Ancheta
anchetap@msu.edu -
Asian Pacific American Medical Students Association (APAMSA)
Asian Pacific American Medical Students Association (APAMSA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The Asian Pacific American Medical Students Association (APAMSA) at MSU College of Human Medicine hopes to promote education and engagement in the unique health challenges of Asian and Pacific Islander American (APIA) communities, as well as the sociopolitical issues affecting APIA communities and Asian populations abroad. We aspire to accomplish our vision through organizing networking events with physicians and community leaders, interactive documentary screenings, connecting students with active local organizations, and serving the needs of the local APIA community, all with the hopes of training culturally sensitive and socially responsible future physicians.
Website: https://apamsa.org/
Email: msu.apamsa@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msuchmapamsa/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/apamsamsuchm/
Faculty Advisor
Amanda Yang, MD, MBA
Amanda.Yang@spectrumhealth.orgPresident (EL)
Patrick Ancheta
anchetap@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Mia Park
Parksu73@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Conner Lai
laiconne@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Tiffie Keung
keungman@msu.eduOutreach & Communication Chair (GR)
Annie Vu
vuannie@msu.edu -
Association of Women Surgeons (AWS)
Association of Women Surgeons (AWS)
National Organization (organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The Association of Women Surgeons (AWS) is a national organization that recognizes the importance of creating an equitable environment for women to become successful surgeons. The Michigan State University AWS chapter's mission is to provide women medical students who are interested in pursuing surgery with the resources and connections necessary to reach their professional goals. We plan to unite medical students with women surgeons locally and nationally by organizing lectures and creating mentorship opportunities. Through AWS, we plan to inspire and help create the next generation of women surgeons.
Email: osrreps@msu.edu
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Stephanie Bray, MD, MS, FACS
cohenst8@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Evien Albazi
albazie1@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Danielle Hanson
hanson83@msu.edu -
Cardiology Student Interest Group (CSIG)
Cardiology Student Interest Group (CSIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Cardiology Student Interest Group (CSIG) is dedicated to fostering a community of medical students who are interested in the realms of cardiology as a science and as a clinical field. We achieve a united community by providing opportunities to explore cardiology outside of the classroom, connecting students to practicing cardiologists through that will help students progress their academic portfolios, and providing service to the community at large.
Email:
csigchm@gmail.com
Faculty adviser:
Manel Boumegouas, MD
dr.manelboumegouas@gmail.com
President/Officer:
Ahmad Irshaid
Irshaid1@msu.eduLloyd Mercier
Secretary:
mercie31@msu.edu
Treasurer:
Michael Kaminski
kamin151@msu.edu
John Ochieng
ochiengj@msu.edu -
CHM Serve
CHM Serve
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: The primary purpose of CHM Serve is to administer the Pharmacy Assist program at the Care Free Clinic at 5135 S. Pennsylvania Ave to 1100 W. Saginaw St. CHM Serve is responsible for staffing the Pharmacy Assist office on a weekly basis with volunteers, at days and hours determined by the executive board. Ancillary purposes of CHM Serve are to raise awareness about lack of prescription drug coverage and health insurance coverage generally, as well as healthcare challenges concerning underserved populations.
Email: chmserve@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CHMServe
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Farhan Bhatti, MD
bhattifa@msu.eduOutreach Coordinator (EL)
Grace Tsaloff
tsaloffg@msu.edu / 231-881-0999Treasurer (EL)
Sabba Mansoor
Mansoor7@msu.eduTechnology Support (EL)
Katelyn Smiles
smileska@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Micaela Rice
ricemica@msu.eduClinic Coordinators (EL)
Bayley Pfau
pfaubayl@msu.eduDayaan Ghani
ghaniday@msu.eduVolunteer Coordinator (EL)
Katie Jaje
jajekath@msu.edu -
Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA)
Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The purpose of CMDA is to bring the goals of the national CMDA organization to our college campus, which includes education, encouragement, and fellowship for Christian healthcare professionals. Our medical school chapter strives to provide opportunities for medical students to grow in their Christian faith while in medical school and network with local Christian physicians. We also offer events and workshops to all students regarding caring for patients of varying religions and spiritualities.
Website: http://www.cmda.org
Email: main@cmda.org
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Kenneth Dudley, MD
drkdudley@gmail.comPresident (GR)
Abigail Behmlander
Behmlan5@msu.edu -
Council of Medical Students (COMS)
Council of Medical Students (COMS)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission:
- To promote the academic, social, and economic aims of medical students at Michigan State University.
- To establish effective communication among medical students and between medical schools; and to create channels of communication that lead to successful collaborations for the improvement of oneself with other student organizations.
- To initiate communication and promote cooperation with the academic and administrative departments of the three medical schools (including off-campus) and the University.
Email: msu.council.of.med.students@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Joel Maurer, MD
Joel.maurer@ht.msu.eduPresident (CVM)
Shelby Rivkin
rivkinsh@msu.eduVice President (CHM)
Patrick Ancheta
anchetap@msu.eduTreasurer (COM)
Puneet Razdan
razdanpu@msu.edu -
Dean’s Student Advisory Committee
Dean’s Student Advisory Committee
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: Facilitate communication between faculty and students. Represent student concerns and wishes. Help with funding of student activities through SMEEF funding.
Faculty Advisor:
Aron Sousa, MDECE Representatives (EL)
Spencer Kitchen: kitche44@msu.edu
Kristin Knickerbocker: knicke29@msu.edu
Micaela Rice: ricemica@msu.edu
Gabrielle Costello: coste103@msu.eduECE Representatives (GR)
Tiffie Keung: keungman@msu.edu
Noah Kuhlmann: kuhlma@msu.edu
Sebastian Paz Kitschke: pazkitsc@msu.edu
Sierra Silverwood: silverwo@msu.eduMCE Representatives (EL)
Radwa Koujane: koujaner@msu.edu
Christa Schafer: schaf172@msu.edu
Philippe Moleus: moleusph@msu.edu
Sherrita McClain-Gierach: mcclai14@msu.eduMCE Representatives (GR)
Kristen Mikhail: mikhailk@msu.edu
Nicholas Arnold: arno145@msu.edu
Abigail Godec: godecabi@msu.edu
Pallavi Prabhu: prabhup1@msu.eduLCE Representatives (Flint)
Noumi Chowdhury: chowdh60@msu.edu
Semura Shemsu: shemsuse@msu.eduLCE Representatives (GR)
Caroline Aparicio: aparici6@msu.edu
Sara Urquhart: urquha19@msu.eduLCE Representatives (Lansing)
Kimberly Flores: floreski@msu.edu
Deja Rice: ricedeja@msu.eduLCE Representatives (Midland)
Elisabeth Milligan: millig39@msu.eduLCE Representatives (SE MI)
Sarien Nassar: nassars3@msu.edu
Kenneth Smythe: smytheke@msu.eduLCE Representatives (TC)
Geralyn Moody: moodyger@msu.edu
Maricela Vallejo: vallejo8@msu.eduLCE Representatives (UP)
Emily Bush: bushemi1@msu.edu
John Mroz: mrozjohn@msu.edu -
Dermatology Interest Group (DIG)
Dermatology Interest Group (DIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Dermatology Interest Group is committed to providing volunteering, networking, mentorship, resources, and research opportunities to medical students interested in a career in dermatology. Our purpose is to provide a support group and community for students considering a career in dermatology through meaningful connections with students, residents, and physicians on topics pertinent to a career in dermatology. It is also the intention of the group to provide a network for collaboration on volunteer and service activities pertaining to dermatology. Through meetings with Dermatology faculty, residents, and other interested medical students, DIG hopes to foster the interest of Dermatology in the medical school classes.
Email: CHMDermGR@gmail.com (GR)
Faculty Advisor
Kurt Ashack, MD
Kurt.ashack@gmail.comPresident (EL)
Sarah Shareef
Shareef1@msu.edu
Vice-President (EL)
Rachel Lawson
Lawsonr4@msu.eduBoard Members (GR)
Faten Khalil
Khalilf1@msu.edu
Evien Albazi
Albazie1@msu.edu
Alyssa Abdelnour
Abdeln10@msu.edu
Nic Comeau
comeauni@msu.edu -
Emergency Medicine Interest Group (EMIG)
Emergency Medicine Interest Group (EMIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: Our purpose is to foster interest in Emergency Medicine, a specialty for those who want to engage in a variety of procedures and skills to help patients at their most vulnerable. Our goals are to introduce our fellow students to all the amazing things EM physicians do, as well as help develop skills they will need for rotations and beyond. Our purpose is to expose the incoming medical students to the world of emergency medicine and the subspecialties it has to offer in modern healthcare system. We will also provide physicians panels that will go over residency applications, lifestyle, and future of the profession.
Email: emergencymedicinegr@gmail.com (GR); chmemig@gmail.com (EL)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MSU.CHM.EMIG.GR/ (GR)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Martin Romero, MD, FACEP
romerom1@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Matthew Emery, MD
emerym@msu.eduCo-Chairs (EL)
Emily Beardsley
Beards29@msu.eduDakota Burke
burkedak@msu.eduKorrine Finkbeiner
Finkbe54@msu.eduEric Kaltz
kaltzeri@msu.eduAlec LaBadie
Labadi19@msu.eduCo-Chairs (GR)
Jasman Kaur
kaurjasm@msu.eduChristopher Tardiff
Ctardiff18@gmail.comEmma Dixon
dixonemm@msu.eduSubah Nanda
Nandasub@msu.eduPaige Pieczarka
pieczark@msu.edu -
Family Medicine Interest Group (FMIG)
Family Medicine Interest Group (FMIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Family Medicine Interest Group strives to aid in professional development, cultivate interest in Family Medicine, provide an outlet for serving our community, and promote social activities for our members.
We exist to grow the interest and awareness of Family Medicine within our campus and community, while working to provide opportunities for students to explore special topics within the discipline including International Medicine, Research, Sports Medicine, Specialties within Family Medicine, and more correlating experiences with the current clinical based curriculum; We also strive to enhance the student bodies social and cultural awareness by providing community outreach projects to allow the students to contribute to the world around us.
Email: CHM.FMIG@msu.edu (EL); msuchm.fmig@gmail.com (GR)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FMIGmsuchm
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Jennifer Edwards-Johnson, DO
jej2013@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Lauren Snyder, MD
laurenmaxinesnyder@gmail.comBoard Members (EL)
Kelly Russell
Russe459@msu.edu
Jessica Gustad
gustadje@msu.eduBoard Members (GR)
Pedro Castellanos
Castel84@msu.edu
Enrique Cazares
cazarese@msu.edu
Annika Lintvedt
lintvedt@msu.edu
Christi Boze
bozechri@msu.edu -
FitKids360 (FK360)
FitKids360 (FK360)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: Our mission is to work with a local FitKids360 healthy lifestyle program to serve as mentors for children ages 5 to 17 and their parents or support partners. Together, we combine basic education about nutrition, behavior, and exercise with a wide range of physical activities to help participants develop healthy habits, eat better and become more active.
Website: https://healthnetwm.org/fitkids360/
Email: fitkidschm@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Kathleen Howard, MD
kathleenhoward@comcast.netExecutive Board Members (GR)
Emma Dixon
dixonemm@msu.edu
Sam Wilcox
Wilcox58@msu.edu
Annika Lintvedt
lintvedt@msu.edu -
Gastroenterology Interest Group (GIG)
Gastroenterology Interest Group (GIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The purpose of the Gastroenterology Interest Group is to provide CHM students the opportunity to explore the field of Gastroenterology. We hope to create a dialogue between faculty, physicians, and students in order to foster student interest within the field. Additionally, we supply networking opportunities and resources that students can make use of in attaining their goals.
Email: chmgastroig@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msu_chm_gi/
Faculty Advisor (EL)
James Mayle, MD
James.mayle@hc.msu.eduPresident (EL)
Zahin Hussain
Hussa119@msu.eduVice-Presidents (EL)
Satya Chitturi
Chittur2@msu.edu
Amanda Ziminski
Ziminsk2@msu.edu
Director of Communications (EL)
Mahfuz Haque
Mahfuz.haq24@gmail.com
Secretary (EL)
Ryan Dingle
dinglery@msu.edu -
Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS)
Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The Gold Foundation infuses the human connection into healthcare. We engage schools, health systems, companies, and individual clinicians in the joy and meaning of humanistic healthcare, so that they have the strength and knowledge to ensure patients and families are partners in collaborative, compassionate, and scientifically excellent care.
Website: https://www.gold-foundation.org/about-us/
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Julie Phillips, MD, MPH
phill530@msu.eduPresident (Southeast Michigan)
Adjoa Kusi-Appiah
Kusiapp1@msu.eduSecretary (Lansing)
Brandi Ledbetter
Ledbet23@msu.eduTreasurer (Midland)
Allison Hoppe
Hoppeal1@msu.eduEvents Director (Southeast Michigan)
Raisa Yewah
yewahrai@msu.eduCommunications Director (Upper Peninsula)
Emily Bush
Bushemi1@msu.edu -
Grand Rapids Street Medicine (GRSM)
Grand Rapids Street Medicine (GRSM)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: Grand Rapids Street Medicine exists as a multidisciplinary outreach partnered with community resources to bring high-quality healthcare to persons experiencing homelessness through a student-run free clinic. Our mission is twofold:
- To bridge the healthcare gap for people experiencing homelessness in Grand Rapids.
- To provide students with an opportunity to use their clinical skills while serving a vulnerable population in their own community.
Email: grstreetmed@gmail.com
Website: https://www.grandrapidsstreetmedicine.com/
Faculty Advisor:
Beth Makowski, DO
Beth.makowski@spectrumhealth.orgCommunity Outreach Liaison; Clinic Coordinator; External Affairs Liaison:
Eneka Lamb
lambenek@msu.eduExternal Affairs Liaison; Preceptor/GME Coordinator
Theresa Pasion
pasionth@msu.eduStudent Lead:
Mohammad (Mo) Maki
makimoh1@msu.eduTelehealth Coordinator
Christa Schafer
Schaf172@msu.eduCommunity Outreach Liaison; Clinic Coordinator:
Crystal Nance-Panek
nancepan@msu.eduFinance; Fundraising; Merchandise; RSO
Victoria Moaddel
Kuiper23@msu.eduCampus Communications; Secretary:
Jacob (Jake) Bauss
baussjac@msu.eduVolunteer Coordinator
Emily Brereton
Brereto9@msu.edu -
Hematology Oncology Interest Group (HOIG)
Hematology Oncology Interest Group (HOIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Hematology Oncology Interest Group aims to introduce first and second year medical school students to the field of Hematology/Oncology. We hope to provide networking opportunities to facilitate mentee/mentor relationships as well as to host events to expose students to the intricacies of a career in Hematology/Oncology.
Email: hoigelmsuchm@gmail.com (EL); HOIGMSUCHM@gmail.com (GR)
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Chi Braunreiter, MD
chi.braunreiter@helendevoschildrens.orgCo-President (EL)
Satya Chitturi
Chittur2@msu.edu
Ryan Dingle
dinglery@msu.eduOfficers (GR)
Sierra Silverwood
silverwo@msu.edu
Siddhu Dandamudi
Dandamu7@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Will VanderPols
Vande694@msu.edu -
Internal Medicine Interest Group (IMIG)
Internal Medicine Interest Group (IMIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Internal Medicine Interest Group at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine is a student-led organization that exists to provide all interested students with exposure to the specialty of Internal medicine and its' subspecialties through a variety of educational opportunities and practical experiences.
Email: msu.el.imig@gmail.com (EL); MSU.IMIG@gmail.com (GR)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Rayamajhi Sumugdha, MD
rayamaj1@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Andrew Jameson, MD
Andrew.Jameson@mercyhealth.comPresident (EL)
Lara Hakim
Hakimla1@msu.eduOfficers (GR)
Sierra Silverwood
silverwo@msu.edu
Theresa Pasion
pasionth@msu.edu
Justin Royer
royerjus@msu.eduVice President (EL)
David Klemet
klemetda@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Khaleel Quasem
quasemkh@msu.eduSocial Chair (EL)
Aldana Garcia
Garci560@msu.eduPublic Relations (EL)
Georgia Pingue
pinguege@msu.eduCommunity Outreach:
Ryan Dingle
dinglery@msu.edu -
Interventional Radiology Interest Group (IRIG)
Interventional Radiology Interest Group (IRIG)
Faculty Advisors:
Jim Morrison, MD
jmorrison@advancedrad.com
Orrie Close, MD
oclose@advancedrad.com
Myles Mowery, MD
Myles.mowery@spectrumhealth.orgPresident:
Norman Beauchamp
beauch59@msu.edu
Vice Presidents:
Parin Kothari
Kothar24@msu.edu
David Reid
Reiddav2@msu.edu
Treasurer:
Alec LaBadie
Labadi19@msu.edu
Secretary:
Luke Beauchamp
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Journal Club (JC)
Journal Club (JC)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: This journal club provides a low-stress, collaborative environment for MSU CHM students to read, review, and discuss primary literature.
Email: msuchm.irig@gmail.comFaculty Advisor (EL)
Sath Sudhanthar, MD, MPH
sudhanth@msu.eduDirector (EL)
Caitlin Urban
urbancai@msu.eduOutreach Director (EL)
David Klemet
klemetda@msu.eduPersonnel Director (EL)
Dakota Burke
burkedak@msu.eduMember at Large (EL)
Jonathan Thompson
Thom2010@msu.edu -
Latin American and Native American Medical Association (LANAMA)
Latin American and Native American Medical Association (LANAMA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The Latin American Native American Medical Association (LANAMA) is a chapter within Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA), a national student organization. LANAMA strives to address academic, social, and cultural needs of Latinx and Native American medical students. We are dedicated to promoting mentorship, inclusivity, and fostering culturally competent medical students and physicians to be advocates in the community.
Email: msuchmlanama@gmail.com (EL)
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lmsamsuchm
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lmsamsuchm/
Faculty Advisor
Elizabeth Guerrero Lyons, Ed.D
guerre21@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Aldana Garcia
Garci560@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Enrique Cazares-Navarro
cazarese@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Valery Rozen
rozenalb@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Melanie Valentin
Valen182@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Lara Hakim
Hakimla1@msu.eduCo-Treasurer (GR)
Sebastian Paz Kitschke
pazkitsc@msu.eduMentorship Chair (EL)
Ed Martin
Mart2418@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Amanda Ziminski
Ziminsk2@msu.edu -
Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group (LMIG)
Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group (LMIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine is dedicated toward delivering evidence-based education regarding the benefits of lifestyle modifications and preventative care on public health outcomes. This includes diet, sleep, exercise, stress management, and preventative care measures. This interest group will provide lectures, workshops, and demonstrations to explore the scope of Lifestyle Medicine and to benefit the collective wellness of the medical student body.
Email: msuchmlpm@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Meredith Sprince, MD
sprincem@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Annika Lintvedt
lintvedt@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Michael Knox
knoxmich@msu.eduSecretary (GR)
Christi Boze
bozechri@msu.eduClass Representatives (GR)
Devin Wilhelm
Wilhel37@msu.eduSreten Franovic
franovic@msu.eduBrooke Rezmer
resmerbr@msu.edu
Class Representatives (GR)
Tessa Muench
muenchte@msu.edu
Subah Nanda
nandasub@msu.edu -
Medical Student Pride Alliance (MSPA)
Medical Student Pride Alliance (MSPA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: MSU-CHM MSPA is established for the expressed purpose of increasing the competency and confidence of medical students, healthcare professionals, and faculty in serving Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual/Agender/Aromantic+ (LGBTQIA+) patient populations. Through campus involvement, workshops, and community outreach, our mission is to improve the health of LGBTQIA+ patient populations and to take steps to acknowledge and address the injustices that contribute to health disparities in marginalized communities, specifically Black, Indigenous, & People of Color (BIPOC) and trans folks. We believe it is important to center BIPOC and trans folks in the work of the organization because of the way that intersectionality impacts people who belong to multiple minority groups.
Email: mspachm@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspa.chm/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/184147946318644
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Kate Kelly, DO
Katherine.kelly@spectrumhealth.orgPresident (EL)
Patrick Ancheta
anchetap@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Sabrina Williams
Will2768@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Meredith Adams
adamsmer@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Kyle Krzesowik
Krzesow1@msu.eduTreasurer and Student Outreach (EL)
Hanna Pfershy
pfershyh@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Travis TenBrock
Tenbroc2@msu.edu -
Muslim Student’s Association (MSA)
Muslim Student’s Association (MSA)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: The Muslim Student’s Association at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine aims to foster a supportive environment for Muslim students and anyone interested in Islam. We seek to establish a community that advocates for fellow students while offering a supportive social and professional network. Our chapter aims to be an intersectional group that works with other identity-based organizations in hopes of expanding our understanding of the holistic patient to include religion and faith. All students and community members are welcome to MSA CHM activities and events.
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Farha Abbasi, MD
abbasif@msu.eduPresidents (EL)
Nasreen Al-Qadi
alqadina@msu.edu
Mohaymin Kadir
kadirmd@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Mariam Bezih
bezihm@gmail.comStudent Relations Chair (EL)
Mona Fouladinejad
fouldine@msu.eduFundraising Chair (EL)
Ahmad Abu-Zahra
abuzahr4@msu.eduEvent Planning Committee (EL)
Deema Ujayli
ujaylide@msu.edu
Sabba Mansoor
Mansoor7@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Ramzy Aiyash
aiyashra@msu.eduMarketing Manager (EL)
Uniaza Abrar
abraruni@msu.edu -
National Arab American Medical Association NextGen (NAAMA NextGen)
National Arab American Medical Association NextGen (NAAMA NextGen)
Mission: NAAMA NextGen is committed to empowering Arab-American students by providing the resources and opportunities that play a key role in healthcare advocacy and community service. We are a collaborative and inclusive community focused on the future success of our youth.
Email: info@naamanextgen.com (EL)
Website: https://www.naamanextgen.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naamanextgen.msuchm (EL)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Hend Azhary, MD
azhary@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Deema Ujayli
ujaylide@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Sarah Shareef
Shareef1@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Sevil Ozdemir
Ozdemir5@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Moustafa Hadi
hadimous@msu.eduSocial Media Coordinator (EL)
Mariam Bezih
bezihmar@msu.eduEvent Coordinator (EL)
Remonda Khalil
Khalilr1@msu.edu -
Neurosurgery Interest Group (NSIG)
Neurosurgery Interest Group (NSIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Neurological Surgery Interest Group is committed to exploring the field of Neurosurgery as medical students. Our goal is to help students gain early exposure to the specialty through speaking to practicing surgeons about the lifestyle, subspecialties, research, and residency application process. We want to aid students in fostering connections within the field of neurosurgery.
Email: nsigmsuchm@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Anthony Avellino, MD
avellino@msu.eduPresidents (EL)
Nach Deshpande
Deshpa27@msu.edu
Caleb Szymanski
Szyma105@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Momodou Bah
bahmomod@msu.edu -
Ophthalmology Interest Group (OIG)
Ophthalmology Interest Group (OIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Ophthalmology Interest Group (OIG) is dedicated to exploring the field of ophthalmology as a surgical subspecialty and to provide students with the opportunity to learn about residency and career options.
E-Mail: MSUophthalmology@gmail.com (EL); MSUGR.OIG@GMAIL.COM (GR)
Website: https://msuophthalmology.wordpress.com (EL)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Lina Nagia, DO
nagialin@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Julie Conley, MD
Julie.Conley@helendevoschildrens.orgPresident (EL)
Jibraan Rashid
rashidji@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Mia Park
Parksu73@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Sabba Mansoor
Mansoor7@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Nic Comeau
comeauni@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Katie Jaje
jajekath@msu.eduSecretary (GR)
Aditya Shah
Shahadi2@msu.eduTreasurer (GR)
Subah Nanda
nandasub@msu.edu -
Organization of Student Representatives (OSR)
Organization of Student Representatives (OSR)
National Organization (organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Email: osrreps@msu.edu
Faculty Advisor:
Wanda Lipscomb, PhD
Lipscomb3@msu.eduOSR Representatives:
Esohe Benedict
Benedi85@msu.eduConnor Knowles
Knowle33@msu.eduPaola Lepe
lepepaol@msu.eduSherrita McClain-Gierach
Mcclai14@msu.edu -
Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group (OSIG)
Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group (OSIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group serves to provide medical students with the opportunity to learn more about the field of orthopedic surgery and its sub-specialties. Our goal is to provide early exposure to orthopedics through education from practicing orthopedic surgeons and through learning about the process of becoming strong residency applicants.
The purpose of this organization is to educate students about the field of orthopedic surgery, to provide a framework and guidance for students seeking to become competitive orthopedic surgical residency applicants, to allow future orthopedic surgeons to network with other medical students and with practicing physicians, allow students to develop skills relevant for orthopedic surgery, and to encourage MSU CHM students to consider a career in orthopedic surgery.
Email: OSIG.GR@gmail.com (GR); chmosigel@gmail.com (EL)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Julie Dodds, MD
doddsj@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Karl Roberts, MD
Rober419@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Jager Haan
haanjage@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Ed Martin
mart2418@mus.eduSecretary (EL)
Dakota Burke
burkedak@msu.eduOfficers (GR)
Michael Sahara
saharami@msu.edu
Tamarandobra Ogeh
ogehtama@msu.edu
Alexander Phillips
Phill908@msu.edu
Noah Kuhlmann
Kuhlma14@msu.eduEvent Coordinator (EL)
Charlie Reed
Reedcha3@msu.edu -
Otolaryngology Student Interest Group (ENTSIG)
Otolaryngology Student Interest Group (ENTSIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The Otolaryngology Student Interest Group (ENTSIG) is dedicated to exploring the field of otolaryngology as a surgical subspecialty and to provide students with the opportunity to learn about residency and career options.
Email: entsig.msu@gmail.com (GR)
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Andrew Heaford, MD
Andrew.heaford@spectrumhealth.orgPresident (GR)
Lindsey LeQuia
lequiali@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Alexandria Weymon
weymonal@msu.edu -
Pediatric Interest Group (PIG)
Pediatric Interest Group (PIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The mission of the Pediatric Interest Group is to provide educational opportunities for medical students who may be interested in pursuing a career in pediatrics. We hope to provide opportunities to engage with pediatric professionals, explore what opportunities exist in the pediatric field, and create a positive impact specifically among the pediatric community.
The Pediatric Interest Group at MSUCHM is geared towards providing opportunities for medical students to become introduced to the specialty of pediatrics and the care of children and young adults. Students will have the chance to attend lectures on topics of special concern to the pediatric population, to network with pediatricians, and to volunteer at events to serve children and their families in the community.
Email: msuPIGEL@gmail.com (EL); pedsigmsu@gmail.com (GR)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msuchmpigs/ (EL)
Faculty Advisors (EL)
Jonathan Gold, MD
goldj@msu.eduFaculty Advisors (GR)
Abeba Berhane, MD
Abeba.Berhane@helendevoschildrens.orgPresident (EL)
Alexis Cohen
Cohena15@msu.eduExecutive Board Members (GR)
Taylor Bejma
bejmatay@msu.eduEmma Dixon
dixonemm@msu.eduElise Cheney-Makens
Cheneym4@msu.eduMadison Tluczek
Tluczek2@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Amanda Ziminski
Ziminsk2@msu.eduSecretary (GR)
Trevor Zajac
zajactre@msu.eduTreasurer (GR)
Alex Lizarraga
Lizarra4@msu.eduEvents Coordinator (EL)
Bailey Braum
braumbai@msu.eduClinical Outreach Coordinator (EL)
Alex Lizarraga
Lizarra4@msu.edu -
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Interest Group (PM&R Interest Group)
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Interest Group (PM&R Interest Group)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: To provide educational opportunities and practical experiences within the specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation to increase exposure to the medical student community.
Faculty Advisor
Kyle Josephson, MD
kyle.josephson@maryfreebed.comPresident (GR)
Vincent Thieu
thieuvin@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Meredith Adams
adamsmer@msu.edu -
Physicians for Social Awareness (PSA)
Physicians for Social Awareness (PSA)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: The mission of Physicians for Social Awareness is to approach and engage social issues that are relevant to healthcare, including both socioeconomic and ethical perspectives, in order to best prepare students for a career as a physician in any discipline.
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Steven Ashmead, MD
ashmead@msu.eduPresidents/Officers (GR)
Sierra Silverwood
silverwo@msu.eduAndrew Kim
kimand23@msu.eduNoah Elagamy
noahelag@msu.eduMadison Tluczek
tluczek2@msu.edu -
Plastic Surgery Interest Group (PSIG)
Plastic Surgery Interest Group (PSIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: Our mission is to provide students with educational and mentorship opportunities in the field of plastic surgery. We aim to involve students in the community and provide them with research opportunities along with a platform to interact with faculty, residents, and alumni who have successfully matched into plastic surgery. Our ultimate goal is to equip students with the tools necessary to become competitive applicants.
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Terri Zomerlei, MD
tzomerlei@gmail.comFounder and President (GR)
Evien Albazi
Albazie1@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Viswanath Swamy
swamyvis@msu.edu -
Preventative Medicine Interest Group (PMIG)
Preventative Medicine Interest Group (PMIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The mission of this organization aims to further education about preventive medicine, how it can be implemented into practice, and current healthcare problems and solutions related to preventative medicine and public health. This comes through the means of lectures, panels, and events with medical professionals in the field of preventative medicine and public health to enhance that understanding. The ultimate goal is to provide further awareness of reducing healthcare disparities, preventing disease and injury, and advancing initiatives for public health.
Email: chmpreventativemed@gmail.com (EL)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Cynthia Boynton, MD
boynton@msu.eduCo-Presidents (EL)
Dayaan Ghani
ghaniday@msu.eduDeema Ujayli
ujaylide@msu.eduGabrielle Costello
Coste103@msu.eduMadi Polay
polaymad@msu.eduMona Fouladi
fouldine@msu.eduRemonda Khalil
Khalilr1@msu.edu -
Psychiatry Student Interest Group Network - Michigan State University Chapter (PsychSIGN)
Psychiatry Student Interest Group Network - Michigan State University Chapter (PsychSIGN)
National Organization (organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The Psychiatry Student Interest Group Network serves as a platform for the exchange of ideas, information, resources for students interested in psychiatry. It promotes the discourse for psychiatric education in the medical school community and for advocacy and justice in mental health as an integral part of health overall.
Email: psychsign.chm@gmail.com (GR)
Website: http://psychsign.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MSUCHMPsychSIGN/ (GR)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychsign_msuchm/ (GR)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Zakia Alavi, MD
alavizak@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Aaron Plattner, MD
aaron.plattner@pinerest.orgPresident (EL)
Stephen Collins
Colli597@msu.eduOfficers (GR)
Brooke Rezmer
rezmerbr@msu.eduAbbigail Behmlander
Behmlan5@msu.eduAlexis Hansen
Hanse223@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Sevil Ozdemir
Ozdemir5@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Micaela Rice
ricemica@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Nader Rayyan
Rayyann1@msu.eduCommittee Leader (EL)
Prachi Bhardwaj
Bhardw15@msu.edu -
Radiology Interest Group (RIG)
Radiology Interest Group (RIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The mission of the Radiology Interest Group is to inspire, increase exposure, and connect students who have an interest in radiology to faculty, resources and like-minded students to learn more about the field and ultimately determine if this is the right career path for them. This includes all radiology sub-specialties as well as radiology related specialties such as interventional cardiology, radiation oncology, and nuclear medicine. Additionally, RIG seeks to help fellow classmates deepen their understanding of radiological concepts and become more well-rounded doctors. The goals are to plan, host, and facilitate events that allow for genuine learning experiences in hands-on applications or discussions with professionals in the field.
Email: msuradiologygroup@gmail.com (EL)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Kevin Robinson, DO
robin280@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Andrew Woodrow, MD
awoodrow@advancedrad.comPresident (EL)
Emily Koptyra
koptyrae@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Dassaev Vigil
vigildas@msu.eduVice-President (EL)
Mohaymin Kadir
kadirmd@msu.eduCo-Vice Presidents (GR)
Bridget Gongol
gongolbr@msu.eduCody Lee
leecody@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Mariam Bezih
bezihmar@msu.eduTreasurer (GR)
Pablo Ruiz
Ruizpau1@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
David Klemet
klemetda@msu.eduCommunity Outreach (EL)
Sarah Shareef
Shareef1@msu.edu -
Refugee Outreach Collective (ROC)
Refugee Outreach Collective (ROC)
College Based Leadership
Mission: The MSUCHM ROC chapter is centered around three pillars: education, service, and advocacy. ROC strives to foster a culturally conscious care community by educating the greater Grand Rapids and East Lansing community about the health disparities caused by the global migration crisis. Furthermore, we aspire to serve local families through a network of medical students and physicians by providing resources for the recently resettled. Lastly, we advocate for those who cannot do so themselves, helping to eliminate prejudice and create discussion amongst our community.
Website: https://rocyourworld.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msuchmroc
Instagram: @rocmsu (CHM chapter), @refugeeoutreachcollective (overall non-profit)
Faculty Advisor (GR)
John Cavacece, DO
cavacece@msu.eduVolunteer Coordinators (GR)
Konstandina Stavropoulos
stavrop@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Alyssa Abdelnour
Abdeln10@msu.eduPedro Castellanos
Castel84@msu.eduTreasurer (GR)
Sid Dandamudi
Dandamu7@msu.eduFundraising Coordinator (GR)
Nader Rayyan
Rayyann1@msu.eduSecretary (GR)
Andrew Alvarado
Alvar141@msu.eduOutreach Coordinator (GR)
Aaron Chang
changaar@msu.edu -
Rural Health Interest Group (RHIG)
Rural Health Interest Group (RHIG)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: The mission of the rural health interest group is to educate, facilitate, promote, advocate, and support current and future rural physicians.
Email: ruralhealthmsu@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Andrea Wendling, MD, FAAFP
wendli14@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Jessica Gustad
gustadje@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Christi Boze
bozechri@msu.eduOfficers (EL)
Nicholas Hirschenberger
Hirsche3@msu.edu
Tyler Sadilek
sadilekt@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Olivia Wiese
wieseoli@msu.edu
Treasurer (GR)
Austin VanVelsen
vanvelsa@msu.eduEvent Coordinator (EL)
Elizabeth Ross
Rosseli4@msu.eduEvent Coordinator (GR)
Tyler VanVelsen
valvelst@msu.eduOutreach Coordinator (EL)
Zach Jodoin
jodoinza@msu.edu -
Scrubs Addressing the Firearm Epidemic (SAFE)
Scrubs Addressing the Firearm Epidemic (SAFE)
National Organization (organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: SAFE is an organization that strongly supports evidence-based policies that promote responsible gun ownership while respecting the second amendment. Through research, education, and support of evidence-backed policy, we can determine how best to arm our patients with facts and information that allow them to make the most informed decisions surrounding firearms.
SAFE is a platform designed to address the firearm epidemic and enable the medical community to counsel patients about firearms and equip medical students and physicians with knowledge regarding how they can improve the safety of their patients through counseling high-risk populations in their clinics and hospitals.
Website: https://www.standsafe.org/
Faculty Advisor
Joshua Reynolds, MD
Reyno406@msu.eduCo-Founders (GR)
Jasman Kaur
kaurjasm@msu.eduAmanda Schoonover
Schoon17@msu.edu -
South Asian Medical Student Association (SAMSA)
South Asian Medical Student Association (SAMSA)
National Organization (organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The South Asian Medical Student Association (SAMSA) is a space for students to connect with South Asian physicians and mentors, facilitate dialogues on South Asian social justice as it relates to health equity, and to connect within and beyond CHM's campus with other medical student organizations. We believe in intersectional healthcare and strive to be a space for students to connect with the South Asian identity. While we are a group that is focused on South Asian culture and health, we welcome students of all backgrounds to join us.
Email: msuchmsamsa@gmail.com
Website: https://nationalsamsa.org/
Faculty Advisor
Sath Sudhanthar, MD, MPH
sudhanth@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Prachi Bhardwaj
Bhardw15@msu.eduLogistics Chair (EL)
Nachiket Deshpande
Deshpa27@msu.eduCommunity Engagement and Event Planning Co-Chairs (EL)
Uniaza Abrar
abraruni@msu.edu
Kamran Haq
haqkamra@msu.eduMarketing and Social Media Chair (EL)
Mohaymin Kadir
kadirmd@msu.eduFinance Chair (EL)
Manvinder Toor
toormanv@msu.eduExecutive Board (GR)
Disha Bhargava, bharga15@msu.edu
Kavya Shivaram, shivara1@msu.edu
Patricio Ruano, ruanopat@msu.edu
Rima Patel, patelr50@msu.edu
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Spartan Street Medicine (SSM)
Spartan Street Medicine (SSM)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: Spartan Street Medicine is dedicated to bridging the gap in healthcare for our homeless community members in Lansing, Michigan. We battle the epidemic of indifference by going to the streets and shelters to meet people on their terms. Through regular and direct outreach, we aim to overcome barriers to health by fostering relationships with our patients and community partners. By striving to convey trust, empathy, and respect to all involved in our program, we hope to instill these values throughout our healthcare system.
Email: spartanstreetmedicine@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spartanstreetmed
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Michelle Loubert, MD
maloubert@gmail.comChief Coordinator (EL)
Korrine Finkbeiner
Finkbe54@msu.eduPhysician Recruitment Coordinator (EL)
Emily Beardsley
Beards29@msu.eduClinic Coordinator (EL)
Madison Polay
polaymad@msu.eduOfficer (EL)
Bailey Braum
braumbai@msu.eduCommunications Team (EL)
Sabba Mansoor
Mansoor7@msu.eduNader Rayyan
rayyann1@msu.edu
Rebekah Bierema
bieremar@msu.eduSupply Coordination Team (EL)
William Vander Pols
Vande694@msu.eduMadelyn Orndorff
Orndorf2@msu.eduOutreach Coordinator (EL)
Gabrielle Costello
Coste103@msu.edu -
Sports Medicine Interest Group (SMIG)
Sports Medicine Interest Group (SMIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The mission of the Sports Medicine Interest Group is to provide information and education to medical students about the world of sports medicine from experts in the field. Our aim is to offer opportunities to learn about the depths of the profession and its connections across a range of other specialties including family medicine, internal medicine, orthopaedics, emergency medicine, PM&R, and beyond. This group operates with the intention of nurturing intrigue in the sports medicine specialty, illustrating the avenues through which one could pursue a career in the field, and connecting interested medical students with resources to build an optimal residency application for their chosen path.
Email: CHMsmig@gmail.com
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Jason Lazor, DO
Jason.Lazor@spectrumhealth.orgPresidents (GR)
Mitchell Doerr
doerrmit@msu.eduDakota Burke
burkedak@msu.eduTreasurer (GR)
Cody Maier
Maierco1@msu.eduOperations Officers (GR)
Jager Haan
haanjage@msu.eduMeridith Anness
annessme@msu.eduDanielle Hanson
Hanson83@msu.edu -
Student Council (STUCO)
Student Council (STUCO)
College of Human Medicine only Organization/Group (organization that only exists in the college)
Mission: Student Government for CHM students, advocacy of students
Faculty Advisor:
Wanda Lipscomb, PhD
lipscom3@msu.eduCo-President (EL)
Manvinder Toor: toormanv@msu.eduCo-President (GR)
Madison Tluczek: tluczek2@msu.eduCo-Vice President (EL)
Momodou Bah: bahmomod@msu.eduCo-Vice President (GR)
Xhesika Topalli: topallix@msu.eduCo-Secretary (EL)
Kristin Knickerbocker: knicke29@msu.eduCo-Secretary (GR)
Emma Dixon: dixonemm@msu.eduCo-Treasurer (EL)
Patrick Ancheta: anchetap@msu.eduCo-Treasurer (GR)
Noah Elagamy: noahelag@msu.eduRepresentatives (EL)
Satya Chitturi: Chittur2@msu.edu
Gabrielle Costello: coste103@msu.edu
Ona Fouladinejad: fouldine@msu.edu
Remonda Khalil: khalilr1@msu.edu
Alyssa Abdelnour: abdeln10@msu.edu
Abbigail Behmlander: behmlan5@msu.edu
Clarice Callahan: calla129@msu.edu
Danielle Hanson: hanson83@msu.eduRepresentatives (GR)
Sabba Mansoor: mansoor7@msu.edu
Nader Rayyan: rayyann1@msu.edu
Elizabeth Ross: Rosseli4@msu.edu
Sarah Shareef: shareef1@msu.edu
Jasmine Mortazavi: mortaza1@msu.edu
Justin Royer: royerjus@msu.edu
Michael Sahara: saharami@msu.edu
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Student Interest Group in Neurology (SIGN)
Student Interest Group in Neurology (SIGN)
National Organization (organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: The purpose of SIGN is to introduce medical students to the field of neurology by bringing them together with fellow students with similar interests through discussions by neurologists, patient presentations, seminars, journal clubs, learning materials, and arranged shadowing of neurologists in the workplace. Medical students become aware of opportunities, and participate in activities, related to the field of neurology, including opportunities for research, creating a new generation of neurologists and AAN members.
Website: https://www.aan.com
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Tyson Burghardt, MD
burghar8@msu.eduOfficers (EL)
Gabrielle Costello
Coste103@msu.eduNach Deshpande
Deshpa27@msu.edu -
Student National Medical Association (SNMA)
Student National Medical Association (SNMA)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: Student National Medical Association (SNMA) is committed to supporting current and future underrepresented minority medical students, addressing the needs of underserved communities, and increasing the number of clinically excellent, culturally competent, and socially conscious physicians.
SNMA chapters based at allopathic and osteopathic medical schools throughout the nation, and some colleges, implement our programs and activities locally. SNMA programs are designed to serve the health needs of underserved communities and communities of color. In addition, SNMA is dedicated both to ensuring that medical education and services are culturally sensitive to the needs of diverse populations and to increasing the number of African-American, Latino, and other students of color entering and completing medical school.
Website: http://www.snma.org/
Email: msuchm@snma.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msuchm_snma/; https://www.instagram.com/snma_official
Faculty Advisor:
Wanda Lipscomb, PhD
lipscom3@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Fola Alade
aladeade@msu.eduPresident (GR)
Orezime Uyeh
uyehorez@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Leslie Morgan
Morga190@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Alexandria Weymon
weymonal@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Diana Rutaremara
rutarema@msu.eduSecretary (GR)
Dobra Ogeh
ogehtama@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Shanelle Jackson
Jack1314@msu.eduTreasurer (GR)
Kyle Bivins
bivinsky@msu.eduCommunity Service Chair (EL)
Bosun Olubeko
olubekoo@msu.eduCommunity Service Chair (GR)
Melanie Valentin
Valen182@msu.eduPublic Relations Chair (EL)
Aldana Garcia
Garci560@msu.eduPublic Relations Chair (GR)
Tiffie Keung
keungman@msu.eduMid-Michigan Society Liaison (EL)
Aristide Coumarbatch
coumarba@msu.eduMid-Michigan Medical Society Liaison (GR)
Mercy Kiambuthi
Kiambut1@msu.eduHealth Policy Legislative Advocate (EL)
Prachi Bhardwaj
Bhardw15@msu.eduHealth Policy Legislative Advocate (GR)
Chloe Holifield
Holifie4@msu.eduPipeline Programs Chair (EL)
Faiyza Osman
osmanfai@msu.eduPipeline Programs Chair (GR)
Nia Byrd
byrdnia@msu.edu -
Students for a National Health Plan (SNHP)
Students for a National Health Plan (SNHP)
National Organization (Organization that is affiliated with a national membership organization)
Mission: It is the mission of SNHP MSU CHM to provide education, training, and advocacy efforts towards the goal of a universal, publicly funded, privately delivered single-payer national health insurance. SNHP MSU CHM focuses on educating medical students on the issue of a single payer health system and, most importantly, on why they should get involved in healthcare reform advocacy as medical students and not wait until residency or beyond.
Email: snhpmsu@gmail.com (GR)
Website: https://student.pnhp.org/
Faculty Advisor (GR)
John Cavacece, DO
cavacece@msu.eduOfficers (GR)
Wesley Swartz
swartzwe@msu.eduEren Sipahi
sipahier@msu.eduValery Rozen
rozenalb@msu.eduAnnika Lintvedt
lintvedt@msu.eduAlexis Hansen
Hanse223@msu.edu -
Surgery Interest Group (SIG)
Surgery Interest Group (SIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: We, students at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, establish the Surgery Interest Group, an organization founded on the principles of service, professionalism, humility, collaboration, and critical thinking. The purpose of this organization is to educate students about the fields of surgery, to provide a framework and guidance for students seeking to become competitive surgical residency applicants, to allow future surgeons to network withother medical students and with practicing physicians, allow students to develop skills relevant for surgery, and to encourage MSU CHM students to consider a career in surgery. In accordance with this view, we establish this Constitution to be our guiding document in all organizational affairs.
Email: msuchmsig@gmail.com (EL); grsurgeryinterestgroup@gmail.com (GR)
Instagram: @msuchmsig
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Maureen Schaefer, PhD
schae156@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Elizabeth Steensma, MD
Elizabeth.steensma@spectrumhealth.orgPresident (EL)
Hunter Pope
popehunt@msu.eduAdministrative Officer (GR)
Caleb Weissman
weissm27@msu.eduTreasurer (EL)
Diana Rutaremara
rutaremara@msu.eduSurgical Elective Officer (GR)
Susanna Wang
wangsusa@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Charlie Reed
reedcha3@msu.eduSuture Clinic Officer (GR)
Spencer Jessop
Jessopsp@msu.eduSecretary (EL)
Katie Jaje
jajekath@msu.eduSurgeon Speaker Officer (GR)
Sydney Rechner
rechners@msu.eduMember at Large (EL)
Caitlin Urban
urbancai@msu.edu -
Wilderness Medicine Interest Group (WMIG)
Wilderness Medicine Interest Group (WMIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: The mission of the Wilderness Medicine Interest Group is to encourage, foster, support, and conduct activities to improve the medical knowledge and skills of its members in a wilderness environment. WMIG is affiliated and aligned with the mission of the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS).
Goals:
- To learn practical lifesaving skills for the pre-hospital/wilderness environment
- To encourage learning outside of the formal curriculum
- To foster team building and problem-solving skills
- To encourage outdoor recreation
- To raise awareness of a complimentary field of medicine
Faculty Advisor (GR)
Jennifer Ekkens, MD
ekkensje@msu.eduAbigail Prentice, MD
abbyohess@gmail.comPresident (GR)
Jonathan Thompson
thom2010@msu.eduVice President (GR)
Gregg Peterson
pete1410@msu.eduSecretary (GR)
Brandon Trop
tropbran@msu.eduOfficers (GR)
Bayley Espinoza
pfaubayl@msu.eduLucas Allen
allenlu@msu.eduAlex Stamm
Stammal1@msu.edu -
Women's Health Interest Group (WHIG)
Women's Health Interest Group (WHIG)
Medical Specialty Interest Group (organization that aligns with a specific medical specialty)
Mission: Women's Health Interest Group connects students who have an interest in OB/GYN, reproductive and fertility medicine, pelvic surgery or any other related field with resources and events that allow them to explore these fields. We aim to provide exposure and to educate students on issues pertaining to women's health, including but not limited to reproductive and sexual health.
The goals are to connect students with resources and events to engage in the exploration of women’s health, and expand to how people consider women’s health by incorporating the importance of women’s mental health into our activities.
Email: whig.msu.gr@gmail.com (GR); whig.msu@gmail.com (EL)
Faculty Advisor (EL)
Anita Avery, MD
averyani@msu.eduFaculty Advisor (GR)
Richard Leach, MD, FACOG, FACS
rleach@msu.eduPresident (EL)
Danielle Keller
Kelle244@msu.eduExecutive Board Members (GR)
Madeline Merwin
merwinma@msu.eduKatie DeLara
Hartupe1@msu.eduAlexandria Weymon
weymonal@msu.eduAbby Christmas
Chris692@msu.eduOlivia Wiese
wieseoli@msu.eduVice President (EL)
Laura Weishan
weishanl@msu.eduSocial Outreach Coordinator (EL)
Medelyn Orndorff
Orndorf2@msu.eduEvent Coordinator (EL)
Madison Polay
polaymad@msu.eduMSFC Contacts (EL)
Sevil Ozdemir
Ozdemir5@msu.eduSatya Chitturi
Chittur2@msu.edu