Founded in 2009 by Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz, The Medical Career Pathway and Medical Career Future Physician Programs are long-term mentorship programs for students who are interested in fulfilling a mission of service to the community. Prior to COVID-19, the Temecula programs were based out of the Temecula Valley Hospital. This summer the program will be held virtually to ensure the safety of all. 

Duration

The program is 4 weeks during the summer, will be held as a combination of virtual and in-person, and runs during the month of July. 2022 dates coming soon. 

​High School Students
2022 dates to be announced.

Components

Students in the program participate in 3 different components:

• Didactic - Lectures, workshops, and group discussions held primarily in the summer along with networking events with physicians and healthcare leaders throughout the rest of the year.
• Community Service and Leadership - Allows students the kinesthetic learning experience of community health and gives them the opportunity to improve healthcare access to their community. Participants will complete a community health project and present their findings on their topic at the end of the program. 
• Physician Shadowing - Tentative depending on the status of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Requirements & Qualifications

• This program is intended for students in the Inland Southern California region enrolled in local high schools, colleges and universities, and medical schools.
• Students must be at least 18 years of age to participate in shadowing rotations.
• Provide a letter of recommendation.
• Provide a resume.
• Students should be committed to the program.

Application

 

• Applications for this program are now closed.

More Information

• For more information contact Charles Walker by email or by phone (951) 694-6468
• The Technical Director of this program is Dr. Jerry Hizon