Geisinger College of Health Sciences

On May 19, five students in the master of biomedical sciences program at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's Doylestown campus, attended the Think About the Link Philadelphia Summit held at the Free Library of Philadelphia.

Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine graduate, Daniel Baldoni, MD of Glenmoore, publishes paper in the May 5 edition of Science magazine

Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine is proud to announce that Jason Homza of Kingston, a decorated veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and a member of the school's MD Class of 2020, has been chosen as a 2017 Tillman Scholar.

Seven members of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's MD Class of 2019 conducted research that was selected for a poster presentation at the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) National Conference. The conference, attended by family medicine physicians, residents and medical students, will take place on June 27-29 in Kansas City. The AAFP poster contest had four categories: research, clinical inquiry, community project and educational program. The Geisinger Commonwealth students' poster was chosen in the category of "community project."

Laura Barna of Mountain Top, a member of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's MD Class of 2019, will publish a case presentation in an upcoming edition of the Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus in the Images in Pediatric Ophthalmology section. She hopes to pursue ophthalmology as her medical specialty.

Sara Wing of Havertown, a member of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's (Geisinger Commonwealth) MD Class of 2017, received the John R. and Maureen J. Pesavento Community Service Award at a ceremony on May 6. The award recognizes the medical student who has devoted the most time to community service during their four years of medical school.

Mary Elise Lynch of Philadelphia, a member of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's (Geisinger Commonwealth) MD Class of 2017, received the Lackawanna County Medical Society Alliance (LCMSA) "Excellence in Women's Health" award at a ceremony on May 6.

Several master of biomedical sciences (MBS) students at the Doylestown campus of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (Geisinger Commonwealth) volunteered at the recent Lehigh Valley Science and Engineering Research Fair. The regional competition showcased the projects of students in grades six through 12 from the Lehigh Valley area who qualified for the regional event by winning their local competitions.

Lesley Walinchus-Foster of Springfield, a member of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's (Geisinger Commonwealth) MD Class of 2017, received the "Dr. Lester Saidman Award for Excellence in Emergency Medicine" at a ceremony on May 6. The award was established by Dr. Saidman's family to honor the doctor's service to the medical profession and the community.

On May 1, several Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine master of biomedical sciences students at the school's Doylestown campus led the second Geisinger Commonwealth blood drive in conjunction with the American Red Cross and the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center. The students' active participation and their ability to raise community awareness helped the Red Cross exceed its goal of 32 donors, setting a local record.

During the spring semester, several master of biomedical sciences (MBS) students at the Doylestown campus of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (Geisinger Commonwealth) took part in a shadowing experience at Matossian Eye Associates in Doylestown.

Several Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine master of biomedical sciences (MBS) students were inducted into the Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honor Society on May 6. Alpha Epsilon Lambda was founded in 1990 with the specific objective of recognizing the academic and leadership accomplishments of graduate and professional school students.

Richard Bronnenkant of Hopewell Junction was recognized with an award at a May 6 ceremony at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. The ceremony was held to mark the significant achievements of Geisiner Commonwealth's MD Class of 2017.

Lauren Stawovy of Linden was recognized with an award at a May 6 ceremony at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. The ceremony was held to mark the significant achievements of Geisiner Commonwealth's MD Class of 2017.

Oakland Walters of Manchester was recognized with an award at a May 6 ceremony at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. The ceremony was held to mark the significant achievements of Geisiner Commonwealth's MD Class of 2017.

Ashley Jeanlus of Spring Valley was recognized with an award at a May 6 ceremony at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. The ceremony was held to mark the significant achievements of Geisiner Commonwealth's MD Class of 2017.

Charles Browning of Pecjville was recognized with an award at a May 6 ceremony at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. The ceremony was held to mark the significant achievements of Geisiner Commonwealth's MD Class of 2017.

Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (Geisinger Commonwealth) conferred master of biomedical sciences (MBS) degrees upon students who composed Geisinger Commonwealth's graduating Class of 2017. Commencement ceremonies were held Sunday, May 7 at the Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre.

Ghamar Bitar of Allentown was recognized with an award at a May 6 ceremony at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. The ceremony was held to mark the significant achievements of Geisiner Commonwealth's MD Class of 2017.

MaryElise Lynch of Philadelphia received two awards at a May 6 ceremony held at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (Geisinger Commonwealth).

Aditya Eturi of Hackettstown received three awards at a May 6 ceremony at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. The ceremony was held to mark the significant achievements of Geisiner Commonwealth's MD Class of 2017.

On Saturday, May 6, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine master of biomedical sciences (MBS) students attended an awards ceremony held to recognize the significant achievements of the MBS Class of 2017. Michael Pheasant of East Stroudsburg received the "Professional Performance" award.

On Saturday, May 6, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine master of biomedical sciences (MBS) students attended an awards ceremony held to recognize the significant achievements of the MBS Class of 2017. Stephanie Tilberry of Taylor received the "Service to Class" award at the ceremony.

On Saturday, May 6, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine master of biomedical sciences (MBS) students attended an awards ceremony held to recognize the significant achievements of the MBS Class of 2017. Receiving the Excellence in Leadership award was DivineMercy Bakare of Brooklyn Park.

On Saturday, May 6, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine master of biomedical sciences (MBS) students attended an awards ceremony held to recognize the significant achievements of the MBS Class of 2017. Was among the award recipients, receiving the Service to Community Award was Walaa Ahmed of Astoria.

On May 6, 17 members of the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (Geisinger Commonwealth) MD Class of 2017 were inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society. The Geisinger Commonwealth Chapter of AOA recognizes students who have achieved academic excellence during their medical school careers, while also demonstrating professionalism, leadership and service.

Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (Geisinger Commonwealth) conferred 87 doctor of medicine (MD) degrees upon students who composed Geisinger Commonwealth's graduating Class of 2017. Commencement ceremonies were held Sunday, May 7 at the Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre.

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute's (HHMI) Medical Research Fellows Program has selected 79 talented medical and veterinary students to conduct in-depth, mentored biomedical research. Among the fellows chosen is Jessica Briscoe of Houston, now completing her third year of medical school at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

On Saturday, April 8, students in the master of biomedical sciences program at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's Doylestown campus (MBS-D) participated in a Cultural Awareness Day at the Baruch S. Blumberg Institute. Student leader, Janette Pham, organized the event, which focused on cultivating awareness of global cultures and recognizing the beneficial effects of diversity in improving the practice of medicine. Each student contributed to the event by discussing the nuances of their personal culture(s) and how multiculturalism impacts medicine locally, nationally and globally.

On Saturday, April 8, students in the master of biomedical sciences program at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's Doylestown campus (MBS-D) participated in a Cultural Awareness Day at the Baruch S. Blumberg Institute.