Vinicio A. de Jesus Perez, MD
Associate Dean of MD Admissions
Professor of Medicine (PACCM)
Stanford School of Medicine
Holly Caretta-Weyer, MD, MSHPE, PhD(c)
Associate Dean of MD Admissions & Assessment
Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine
Stanford School of Medicine
Friday November 20, 2026
5pm-6:30pm PST
Workshop Description:
For community college and university premedical students who want to understand what it takes to become a competitive applicant to Stanford School of Medicine, this workshop offers an opportunity to learn directly from two leaders in MD admissions. Vinicio A. de Jesus Perez, MD, Associate Dean of MD Admissions, and Holly Caretta-Weyer, MD, MSHPE, PhD(c), Associate Dean of MD Admissions and Assessment, will share insight into academic preparation, experiences, personal qualities, application strategy, and the factors that shape a compelling medical school application. Whether you are beginning your premed journey, preparing to transfer, or getting ready to apply, come ask your questions and get answers directly from the people who understand the process firsthand. Skip the second hand information, bad advice, and guidance from people who have no real understanding of medical school admissions. Come hear from the source, learn what matters, and leave with greater clarity about how to prepare. Do not count yourself out before you understand what is possible. Your path to medicine deserves accurate information, confidence, and a fair chance to move forward.
About the Speakers:
Associate Dean of MD Admissions
Professor of Medicine (PACCM)
Stanford School of Medicine
Dr. de Jesus Perez is Associate Dean of MD Admissions and holds the rank of Professor of Medicine with tenure in the Division of PACCM. His academic journey began with an MD from the University of Puerto Rico Medical School, followed by a distinguished residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. Subsequently, he pursued specialized pulmonary and critical care medicine training in Denver, complemented by postdoctoral research at Stanford University.
Dedicated to advancing knowledge in pulmonary hypertension (PH), Dr. de Jesus Perez leads a multifaceted research program spanning basic and clinical domains. His investigations encompass diverse aspects of PH, ranging from genetics and vascular biology to drug-induced complications and clinical outcomes. At the forefront of his research agenda are two pivotal areas: elucidating the role of Wnt signaling in maintaining and restoring pulmonary microvasculature and exploring genetic modifiers as predisposing factors for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Through mentorship, research collaborations, and networking initiatives, he empowers trainees and early career investigators to thrive in their respective fields and contribute meaningfully to the scientific community globally.
Associate Dean of MD Admissions & Assessment
Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine
Stanford School of Medicine
Dr Holly Caretta-Weyer is Associate Dean of MD Admissions and Assessment at the Stanford University School of Medicine. She holds the rank of associate professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine. She attended the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health where she graduated with Honors in Research. She then stayed at the University of Wisconsin for her emergency medicine residency where she served as chief resident. Holly pursued specialty training in medical education at Oregon Health & Science University, combined with a master’s in health professions education at the University of Illinois – Chicago. She is additionally completing her PhD in medical education at Maastricht University focused on postgraduate selection and competency-based assessment.
Register for Free:
What: Getting Into Stanford School of Medicine: Insights From the MD Admissions Deans
When: Friday, November 20, 2026, 5 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
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