Kevin G. Phung, MD, EdD(c)
Assistant Dean of Admissions
Keck School of Medicine of USC
Assistant Professor, Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology and Medical Education
EdD Candidate, USC Rossier School of Education
Friday, March 14, 2025,
5pm-6:30pm PST
Workshop Description:
Are you aspiring to attend the Keck School of Medicine of USC and wondering how to stand out in the competitive admissions process? Join us for an invaluable workshop with Dr. Kevin G. Phung, Assistant Dean of Admissions at Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Phung will provide insights into what the admissions committee looks for in applicants, the essential steps to build a competitive application, and how to strategically present your experiences, academic achievements, and personal journey.
This is your opportunity to hear directly from an admissions expert—no second-hand information or myths, just clear, practical advice from someone who understands what it takes to be accepted into one of the nation’s leading medical schools. Come prepared to ask your questions and receive personalized answers that can help you strengthen your application. Whether you’re just beginning your pre-med journey or preparing to apply, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence needed to take the next steps toward your goal of attending Keck School of Medicine and pursuing a career in medicine.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Kevin Phung has a life-long passion for education and is committed to medical student and resident training. Dr. Phung is a graduate of UC Berkeley, majoring in Molecular Cell Biology, commonly known as MCB. After completing his medical degree at the University of California, San Francisco, and Ob/Gyn residency training at UC San Diego, Dr. Phung joined the Keck School of Medicine of USC faculty as Assistant Professor in Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2016. He is currently the Clerkship Director of the Ob/Gyn Clerkship and Assistant Dean of Admissions at Keck School of Medicine. He is a two-time winner of the Arnold P. Gold Foundation’s Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award (2014, 2016), as well as the APGO Excellence in Teaching Award (2018, 2023).
In 2020, Dr. Phung was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society by vote of the Class of 2020 AOA Chapter and was also the recipient of the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award. He is a graduate of the APGO Surgical Education Scholars Program (2020) and has a special interest in minimally invasive treatment of gynecologic conditions, including hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and robotic surgery. At the 2024 commencement, Dr. Phung was awarded the Kaiser Permanente Excellence in Teaching Award for Clinical Science, as voted by the graduating class. By the end of 2025, Dr. Phung will be completing his Doctorate in Education (EdD) from USC Rossier School of Education, with his dissertation focused on surgical coaching.
Register for Free:
What: Building the Foundation: MCAT Prep for Community College and 1st/2nd Year Students
When: Friday, Mar 14, 2025, 5 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
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