Clubs & Organizations
find your people, fuel your passion. Whenther you’re exploring a medical specialty, building leadership skills, or making lifelong friendships, ACSOPM student groups are where learning goes beyond the classroom.
Student groups also help students grow beyond the classroom. Through specialty interest groups, wellness initiatives, research opportunities, cultural programming, advocacy, and service activities, ACSOM students can discover new interests, strengthen their leadership abilities, and build meaningful connections throughout their medical education journey.
Whether students are interested in surgery, pediatrics, emergency medicine, global health, research, wellness, medical humanities, or community service, ACSOM’s student organizations provide opportunities to get involved and make an impact.
Student Organizations and Interest Groups
at ACSOM
American Medical Student Association (AMSA)
The American Medical Student Association provides students with opportunities for leadership, advocacy, mentorship, community service, public health initiatives, and professional development. AMSA encourages students to engage with important issues in medicine while fostering physician advocacy, social responsibility, and service to others.
ACSOM Pediatric Interest Group
The ACSOM Pediatric Interest Group introduces students to the field of pediatrics through educational activities, mentorship opportunities, and discussions focused on child health and pediatric medicine. The group helps students explore pediatric careers and better understand the role physicians play in supporting children, families, and communities.
Emergency Medicine Interest Group
Offers exposure to emergency medicine through educational sessions, mentorship, hands-on experiences, and career guidance for students interested in acute care specialties.
Heritages of Healing
Celebrates diversity in medicine by recognizing the contributions and achievements of underrepresented groups and promoting inclusion within the medical profession.
Mindfulness in Medicine
Promotes student wellness and resilience through mindfulness practices, mental health awareness, stress-management strategies, and healthy lifestyle education.
Humanities in Medicine
Explores the intersection of medicine and the humanities through topics such as history, literature, philosophy, and art, encouraging a broader understanding of healthcare and the human experience.
Internal Medicine Specialty Interest Group
Brings together students interested in internal medicine to learn about the specialty, discuss current topics, and engage in educational and professional development activities.
International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations (IFMSA)
Connects students with global health initiatives, international collaboration opportunities, and advocacy efforts focused on improving healthcare worldwide.
Medical Education Club
Examines healthcare systems, policy, economics, and medical education through discussions and case studies, helping students better understand healthcare delivery around the world.
Movement is Medicine
Encourages physical activity, wellness, and work-life balance by providing students with opportunities to stay active, reduce stress, and prioritize their overall wellbeing.
OBGYN Interest Group
Introduces students to women’s health, obstetrics, and gynecology through educational sessions, workshops, research discussions, and hands-on learning opportunities.
Research in Medicine
Supports student involvement in research by connecting students with mentors, assisting with scholarly projects, and encouraging participation in conferences and publications.
Spanish for Healthcare (MedSpan)
Helps students develop the language and cultural competencies needed to effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking patients and provide culturally sensitive care.
Surgery Interest Group
Provides exposure to surgical careers through skills workshops, mentorship, specialty discussions, and hands-on experiences that introduce students to the fundamentals of surgery.
