“I would imagine a lot of reasons why. We think in our teenage years, in our 20s years, that we’re unstoppable,” said Dr. Jenkins, a family physician for a clinic at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. “And while that’s not necessarily true, that mentality can carry over.”
Rising high school juniors and seniors can apply for the program, which allows the teens to earn certifications in health coaching, training from folks at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center (UTHSC), and training in Microsoft Office and video editing. Participants will also receive Memphis Urban League’s job readiness curriculum and attend lunch and… Read More
UTHSC holds spring commencement for its four colleges
There are 17 help centers in Memphis that offer different resources for those seeking treatment, including help for those without funds or insurance.
ABC24 sat down with the First Lady of Memphis, Dr. Jamila Smith-Young, in an exclusive interview on her journey growing up in Memphis, forging her own path while staying by the side of Memphis’ newest mayor.
“Advancements in fetal medicine and NICU care have increased survival rates for babies born preterm or with complex congenital anomalies. As a result, NICU use and demand have increased across the region and nationally,” said Le Bonheur President Trey Eubanks, MD, FACS. “This expansion will provide us space and support for this special and unique… Read More
Young emphasized raising awareness about medicine’s importance in the city and how it positively impacts the community.
Match Day is when graduating medical students will found out where they will be completing their medical training.
