300 Longwood Avenue Boston, MA 02115 (617) 355-6000 Clinical Services (Newborn Medicine): Summer Student Research Program Alumni Information The Experience -- Student feedback from the 2007 and 2008 Programs "The Program did a good job introducing us to the full spectrum of newborn medicine by showing us what occurs in normal delivery and care, as well as special circumstances in the NICU and Infant Follow-Up." "I really enjoyed that both research and clinical work were the focus of this Program. I now have a better understanding of the clinical practice of neonatology and the direction in which neonate research is going." "The Program is a fantastic mix of clinical experience and research experience." "Most of my peers in other programs were solely exposed to either research or clinics. That was what I thought was so great about this Program. The research was intense; however, I also got clinical exposure in a field of medicine that most medical students don?t see until residency. The clinical exposure added an extra dimension to an already abstract experience, allowing us to see why the research we were taking part in was so important." "The research was intense, and I was able to complete a project which is something I have never done before." "I loved the case presentations every Wednesday, the shadowing opportunities, the binder chock-full of information?everything! It was all so well organized and put together, and I learned so much!" "Loved the clinical aspect of the Program! I really enjoyed the weekly conferences and all the learning that took place." ******************* "I always had an interest in pediatrics, but I had never been exposed to neonatology. This Program has helped me learn more about neonatology and I now consider it a field to pursue in the future." "The Program has exposed me to other areas of pediatrics, such as developmental pediatrics, that I would like to pursue. Also, it has sold me on Boston as a place to train." "Before this Program I was still deciding if I should apply for an M.D. or Ph.D. However, after this Program, I realized how much more I enjoy the clinical setting and how the M.D. path is definitely one that I should pursue." "This Program has given me tremendous exposure to the field of neonatology. With that exposure and first hand experience, I will be more able to make an informed career decision when the time comes." "This Program solidified my interest in pursuing a career in pediatrics and especially in engaging in clinical research." Let us know where you are now To help keep us up-to-date on your educational and professional plans and accomplishments, please complete our Follow-Up Questionnaire. Or, send us an email to let us know where you are now, and what path your career has taken since your participation in the Summer Student Research Program. The information on this website should not be taken as medical advice, which can only be given to you by your personal health care professional. Copyright © Children's Hospital Boston. All rights reserved.