What is WSMRF?
The Western Students and Resident Medical Research Forum is designed with a special focus on medical students and residents. Our goal is to provide learners an opportunity to demonstrate ownership of their medical research via presentation and defense of their research in a formal yet relaxing environment where they can be supported by faculty and fellow residents and students. We believe WSMRF provides a unique opportunity for learners to explore the world of medical research and academia - inspiring the next generation of physician-scientists.
Statistics from WSMRF 2018:
What have past attendees enjoyed about the conference?
We are looking forward to seeing you in Carmel, CA!
The Western Students and Resident Medical Research Forum is designed with a special focus on medical students and residents. Our goal is to provide learners an opportunity to demonstrate ownership of their medical research via presentation and defense of their research in a formal yet relaxing environment where they can be supported by faculty and fellow residents and students. We believe WSMRF provides a unique opportunity for learners to explore the world of medical research and academia - inspiring the next generation of physician-scientists.
Statistics from WSMRF 2018:
- 481 medical students from over 16 medical schools gave 413 oral presentations and 68 poster presentations
- All abstracts published in The Journal of Investigative Medicine
- 98% of attendees indicated that they would suggest this conference to future medical students
- 84% of attendees indicated that their interest in medical research increased as a result of attending WSMRF
- 17% of students indicated that they had met a potential mentor for future residency and research
What have past attendees enjoyed about the conference?
- "I enjoyed getting to meet people in various stages of their medical educations/careers. It was interesting to learn about different research projects & case reports and also peoples' paths in medicine & research."
- "I actually really enjoyed the Q&A part after my oral presentation, as well as an opportunity to talk more informally with people about the research my group had conducted."
- "Talk on finding residencies emphasizing research"
- "The variety of research being performed - from basic science to clinical and community outreach."
- "The poster presentation room served as a great opportunity for students to discuss their research/case reports with other students and physicians from other hospitals in a social and relaxed atmosphere."
- "Listening to the oral presentations, all of the participants' research projects were very impressive"
- "Meeting other students, residents, and attendings"
- "Meeting different people with varying interests was a great experience. It was a great reminder to see how diverse interests are within the medical field and also to hear about the collaboration that goes on in research"
- "Being around so many talented and inspiring clinicians and researchers"
- "Getting the experience of presenting research in a relaxed setting"
We are looking forward to seeing you in Carmel, CA!
