For adults with experience in a health-related field including students and health care professionals.

Drexel University College of Medicine is seeking highly motivated current undergraduate students enrolled in science-related fields throughout the United States to participate in our exclusive summer anatomy program, Anatomy Institute and Dissection Experience, (AIDE).

Participants should demonstrate a strong interest in anatomy topics. Under the direction of Drs. Kathryn Veazey, Bill Frank and Dana Peterson, participants will learn the fundamental concepts of gross anatomy and basic dissection techniques in a state-of-the-art cadaveric laboratory. By participating in Anatomy Institute and Dissection Experience, participants will have the opportunity to:

• Experience the gross anatomy, microanatomy and neuroanatomy of the various systems and regions of the human body.
• Practice human dissection, as well as common medical techniques like suturing, auscultation and measuring vital signs.
• Develop clinical reasoning skills using case-based learning and simulation experiences.

The Anatomy Institute and Dissection Experience culminates in a knowledge-based assessment and case presentation to an audience of their peers, health care professionals and loved ones.

At the end of the program, participants will earn a certificate of completion.

2024 Anatomy Institute and Dissection Experience Dates

Monday, July 7 to Friday, July 18, 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily

Eligibility

Anatomy Institute and Dissection Experience is open to students enrolled in health science programs as well as health care professionals who are located in the United States and are over the age of 18 by the program’s start date.

Registration Fee

The cost of attendance is $1,500. This program does not provide housing or transportation.

A minimum non-refundable deposit of $150 will secure your spot in the program and is due by April 1, 2025.

All final payments are due no later than July 7, 2025.

Please contact Jen Lees, jl4467@drexel.edu for information on how to make payments.

Return Policy Agreement:
Participants who choose to withdraw from the program prior to its start may be eligible for a partial refund. For refunds requested after the start of the program, all cancellations must be received in writing no later than 1 day after the start of the course. Cancellations may be received via email to Jen Lees (jl4467@drexel.edu). It is up to the registrant to confirm receipt of the cancellation request. If cancellation is confirmed, a refund will be issued in the amount of all funds collected minus the nonrefundable deposit. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after the deadline. In the event of circumstances beyond its control, including but not limited to a lack of participants, Drexel reserves the right to amend or cancel any summer program. Drexel is not liable for any expense incurred by participants as a result of cancellation.

What will a typical day be like?

Program content will be offered in person at the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health campus located in Wyomissing, Pa.

Sample agenda:

• 9 a.m. - Noon Morning Session - lecture presented by a Drexel University College of Medicine faculty followed by demonstrations, workshops and discussions
• Noon - 1 p.m. Lunch - lunch will be provided
• 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Dissection Experience - cadaveric dissection and prosection activities

In addition, participants will have the option to take a tour of the city of West Reading and to engage in several other supplemental social activities.

How to apply:

Please fill out the online application in its entirety. Applications are due by Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Available program seats are limited to 15 participants.

Participants will be chosen on a rolling admissions basis.

Contact Information

For more information about Anatomy Institute and Dissection Experience, please contact:
Jennifer Lees
Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health
   267.857.6835
  jl4467@drexel.edu

 
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