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Sat Nov 16, 2024: From Aspiring to Admitted: What Medical Schools Want with UC Irvine SOM Dean of Admissions

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Cristobal Barrios Jr., MD, FACS
Dean of Admissions
UC Irvine School of Medicine
Professor of Surgery
UC Irvine Health Systems
Saturday, November 16, 2024
10-11:30 AM PST

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Workshop Description:
Are you ready to take your pre-med journey to the next level? Join us for an exclusive workshop led by Dr. Cristobal Barrios, Dean of Admissions at UC Irvine School of Medicine. Get firsthand insights into what medical schools are truly looking for—straight from the source. Skip the blog posts, second-hand advice, and unreliable information. Learn how to build a competitive application that stands out. Dr. Barrios, a practicing trauma surgeon and key leader at UCI, will share invaluable tips on how to navigate the admissions process, what qualities admissions committees prioritize, and how to strategically present your experiences. Whether you’re just starting or preparing to apply, this workshop will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear directly from someone who understands the medical admissions process inside and out. Take your next step toward becoming a future healthcare leader!

About the Speaker:
Cristobal Barrios Jr., MD, FACS is a board-certified General Surgeon with added qualifications in Surgical Critical Care.  He is a Health Sciences Clinical Professor of Surgery at the UC Irvine School of Medicine and is a practicing trauma and general surgeon. Dr. Barrios completed his training in Surgical Critical Care here at UCI in June of 2007 and subsequently joined UCI in July of the same year. Dr. Barrios is the Director of the Trauma Division Research Program, Director of the Critical Care Core Lecture Series, serves as a Chair of the UCI School of Medicine Admission Committee, and is Chair of the Organ Donor Council. Dr. Barrios’ clinical research in trauma and critical care issues includes the utility of thoracic CT imaging in trauma patients; anemia; traumatic brain injury; end-of-life issues; organ donation among minorities; geriatrics; and alcohol/drug use among trauma patients. His work has been presented at numerous professional conferences and has been published in a number of peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Barrios is also a passionate humanitarian volunteer. Since 2011 he has participated in nine mission trips to date in Nicaragua, Peru, El Salvador, and Columbia through the International Medical Alliance Organization.

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What: From Aspiring to Admitted: What Medical Schools Want with UC Irvine SOM Dean of Admissions
Who: Cristobal Barrios Jr., MD, FACS, Dean of Admissions, UC Irvine School of Medicine
When: Saturday, Nov 16, 2024, 10 AM (Pacific Standard Time)

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