As Associate Dean for Admissions at Duke School of Medicine, Dr. Yee provides comprehensive administrative oversight of the medical student admissions process. Dr. Yee's responsibilities include maintaining compliance with Liaison Committee on Medical Education standards, fostering relationships with pre-med organizations at the local, regional, and national levels, and actively engaging in student recruitment efforts. Dr. Yee is an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics and has a rich history within Duke School of Medicine, having previously served as the vice chair and chair of the Admissions Committee. Prior to joining Duke in 2007, Dr. Yee's medical journey began at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, followed by residency in pediatrics at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and a fellowship in pediatric emergency medicine at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles.
Click below to listen to this exclusive podcast episode!
Timestamps:
0:47: Can you share your personal journey and experiences that led you to become an associate dean of admissions at Duke School of Medicine?
2:19: Beyond your involvement in the field of medicine, what are some of your personal interests or activities that you enjoy pursuing in your leisure time?
4:23: As an associate dean, what aspects of your role do you find most fulfilling and rewarding?
5:50: When it comes to selecting applicants, what are some key qualities or characteristics that medical schools typically look for in prospective students?
9:46: What advice do you have for medical school applicants in terms of selecting and highlighting their extracurricular activities to stand out in the application process?
11:10: How important is it for aspiring medical students to demonstrate a strong commitment to community service and giving back? What are some effective ways for students to showcase this aspect of their experiences?
13:00: Are there any emerging trends or changes in the medical school process that you believe students should be aware of when preparing to apply?
18:25: Can you provide some details regarding the framework of the four years at Duke School of Medicine in terms of basic science, clinical rotations, and exposure?
23:50: If you could create a medical school survival kit, what three items would you include and why?
Comments