*The program took place from August 21st through August 25th. Message from the director, Mr. Andrew Schneider: My name is Andrew Schneider and I`m originally from NYC. I have been teaching Medical ESL and Cross-Cultural communication at Kanazawa University School…
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2023 JMSA Scholarship Mentor-Mentee Meeting
I recently had the privilege of attending an inspiring event known as the JMSA Scholarship Mentor Meeting. This unique gathering brought together JMSA scholarship recipients and their dedicated mentors, creating a platform for us, the scholarship recipients, to showcase the…
JMSA is now accepting JCOP 2023 applications!
The Japanese Medical Society of America (JMSA) seeks to support Japanese community programs that provide medical, psychological and social support through grants given through the JMSA Community Outreach Program (JCOP). Organizations that provide medical, psychological and/or social support which contributes…
2024 Scholarship Application for the Japanese Medical Society of America
Applications for the Japanese Physicians Association of America Scholarship are now open. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the Japanese Medical Association of America grants scholarships each year to support the education and training of students in the medical…
Recording: Navigating the U.S. Residency System as an International Medical Graduate
Thank you very much to all that attended Dr. Lee’s presentation “Navigating the U.S. Residency System as an International Medical Graduate”. Dr. Lee covered a variety of topics regarding the U.S. residency application such as match statistics, sub-internships, what programs…
JMSA Spotlight: Dr. Erika Mitsui
Dear JMSA member and friends: JMSA is very fortunate to have outstanding members from the healthcare community volunteer their time, effort and enthusiasm towards JMSA’s programs, paving the way for the future. JMSA would like to spot light on Dr.…
Introduction to a Global Career in Medicine: Reflections from a Yokohama City University 4th-year Medical Student
Riona Aburaki 4th- year student at Yokohama City University This past month, with generous support from the Japanese Medical Society of America (JMSA), I had the privilege of participating in the one-day program to visit the Columbia University Medical Center…
Navigating the U.S. Residency System as an International Medical Graduate
We proudly announce another JMSA international online event led by Dr. Charlotte Lee, a current cardiology fellow at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. The event will be hosted on June 4th 9 AM-11 AM JST (June 3rd 8 PM-10 PM…
JMSA hosts its first Benefactor’s Appreciation Reception
On Friday March 3, 2023, JMSA hosted its first Benefactor’s Appreciation Reception at the Yale Club. The reception brought together the JMSA board members, members and generous donors as well as some prospective donors. The standing dinner/cocktail style reception made…