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Alumni Spot Light: Dr. Lara Farouk Appiah

As a teenager in Ghana, I could only dream of becoming a doctor and bringing healing to the sick. I imagined a world where doctors would be able to provide healthcare to the most vulnerable communities without fail. My undergraduate education at Mount Aloysius College provided me with opportunities to engage in community outreaches, that […]

Journal: A Case Study In Blockchain Health Care Innovation By Thomas F Heston

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Thomas F. Heston (August 1st 2018). Introductory Chapter: Making Health Care Smart

EHealth Thomas F. Heston, IntechOpen, DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.78993. Available from: https://www.intechopen.com/books/ehealth-making-health-care-smarter/introductory-chapter-making-health-care-smart Introduction: The age of eHealth and Smart Medicine is upon us, but what exactly does this mean? As technology advances, we are able to create electronic devices that collect and analyze data, electronic communication methods that alert health care providers immediately when adverse events arise, […]

Tips For Medical School Application Essay

Have you ever been invited to tell a story from your life? Which stories did you choose? Was it a story that reflected the person you’ve become or the journey you’ve traveled? In this blog post we wish to aid you in representing yourself and your story to this prospective medical school. The AMCAS  (American […]

How to Prepare for an Interview: Key points to Land Your Dream School

Congratulations! You have passed the harrowing exams, told your story well and now you are scheduled for an interview. As the process is nearing the finish line, assure to strive for excellence. The video interviews or in person interviews is an important step, and allows for a more personal representation of your application. We at […]

Alumni Spotlight- Dr. Timea Maxim

“I can still remember my first days and classes at International American University. The medical administration staff and all of my professors were so friendly and welcoming.  Not only did I have the opportunity to live in the beautiful country of Saint Lucia, but I also received a great medical education during my basic science […]

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Gbalekan Dawodu

“It is most humbling and by far one of the greatest privileges to become a physician. This decision to pursue a career of service & devotion to fellow man is one made with reverence, and my choice to attend IAU in actualizing this dream has proven to be one of the best decisions of my […]

Student Spotlight: Dr. Ian Rutkofsky

“International American University (IAU) provides a comprehensive foundation of the basic sciences as well as an opportunity to gain US Clinical Experience (USCE) in many different fields of study, in different geographical locations. The experience at IAU provided me with the ability to obtain USMLE scores among the nations average making my application competitive alongside […]

IAU Student Spotlight, Spring 2018

Upon entering IAU I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I didn’t know if I would have made it through the first two weeks, but I did. When it came to medical school, everyone told me that it was going to be tough and challenging, but I was so ready to start my new venture. […]

IAU Medical Students Conduct Breast Health Awareness Themed Public Heath Outreach Day

In order to promote Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Medical Student Run Free Community Clinic (MSRFCC) at International American University College of Medicine, Vieux Fort hosted an educational event that focused on breast health and provided guidance on the importance of screening for breast cancer. The educational presentation was followed by private optional screenings conducted by senior medical […]