Distance Learning: Minorities in Healthcare Professions (2/18/10)

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Panel Members:

• Dr. Anthony B. Chappell, Cardiologist, East Georgia Regional Medical Center
• Dr. Marian Tabi, Associate Professor, School of Nursing, Georgia Southern University
• Ms. Mary Hagan-Bicoy, Cytotechnologist, St. Joseph Candler Hospital
• Dr. Simone Charles, Assistant Professor, Environmental Health Sciences, Georgia Southern University

Invited Speakers from:

• AMCAS Prep, Mercer School of Medicine
• School of Dentistry, Medical College of Georgia

Sponsors:

Magnolia Coastlands AHEC
Georgia Southern University's Multicultural Student Center

Cost: Free

Session Description:
Minorities tend to be under represented in many health professions, especially those requiring a bachelors degree or higher. In this interactive session a team of panelists who are minority health professionals will describe their career paths and job roles and share tips for success. Careers represented include medicine, nursing, medical technology, public health, dentistry, and others.

 Technology Requirements:

• Participants registering for programs should have access to the following technology for best viewing and participation:
• Personal computer with Macintosh or Windows with 512 MB of RAM
• Broadband internet connection such as an office LAN, DSL, or cable modem
• Phone next to personal computer (or speaker phone if multiple people are viewing)
• Computer speakers (built-in or attached)
• Latest version of Adobe Flash which can be downloaded for free at http://www.adobe.com