The 2023 Determined to be a Doctor Someday (D.D.S.) Program has returned to its traditional in-person model. It has been developed for interested students ages 14-18 who wish to pursue a career in health care or have no clue of what they want to become. The primary purpose of the Program is to provide exposure to different health care careers in a transparent yet fun and engaging format.

Students selected for the Program will come from historically marginalized populations, rural or under-resourced communities, and/or will be a first-generation college student of ANY racial/ethnic background.

Age-appropriate activities will be done and students will participate in monthly sessions from January to May with a White Coat Ceremony to celebrate those who consistently attended. The tentative dates for the sessions are as follows: January 28, 2023, February 18, 2023, March 4, 2023, March 18, 2023, April 1, 2023, May 13, 2023, and June 11, 2023 (white coat ceremony).

Attendance at every session is required and will be taken at each event. Not attending will lead to dismissal from the Program and disqualifies the participant from participation. A stable internet connection is needed for full engagement.

The links for each session will be sent to all participants through email the day before the event. Be sure to check your email and spam folders to verify your receipt of the link.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 30, 2022 at 5:00 PM CST

www.determinedtobeadoctor.org

Thank you to our generous sponsors!