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VTCSOM Chapter of the Medical Society of Virginia / American Medical Association

Physician and Patient Advocacy: Medical Society of Virginia / American Medical Association

Leadership

Student Leadership

Nikita Schroll-McLaughlin
Lily Kreps
Meghana Annambhotla

Faculty Mentor

Dr. Adegbenga Bankole

Note: contact information for student leaders and faculty mentors is available for current students only.  

Objectives

For medical students to:

  • Learn how to research, draft, and monitor state and national health policy
  • Become familiar with current health policies in Virginia that affect patients, medical providers, and their clinical practice
  • Become effective physician-advocates
  • Actively engage with health promotion and patient advocacy in their communities