Since our students spend 3 years off-campus working in community health centers, we have formed alliances with other AMSA chapters to participate in their programming, encourage community involvement, and to meet other medical students working and learning in the areas in which we live. We are very happy to have SOMA student representatives for each site. Here is a list of AMSA representatives and some information about them, and you can find the local affilitated chapters at the bottom of this site! Alabama- John Porter, OMS-II My name is John Porter, and I am a
second year SOMA student at the Troy, AL CHC.
My educational background is varied as I
have a degree in International Business, 1999-2003; and in recent years,
2005-2008, I completed pre-medical, post-baccalaureate work.
I have been actively involved in medical missions and health care for quite some time. I took a job as a student in Memphis, TN at the Elvis Presley shock trauma unit, (Level 1) during the summer of 2000. I worked there seasonally until 2003. I have visited Mexico on seven different occasions to participate in volunteer work. In 2001 I went to Cordoba, Veracruz Mexico where I spent three months learning Spanish and participating in medical missions. These missions included: otolaryngology, gynecology, and ophthalmology. I was able to witness and participate in some amazing procedures. I returned in May of 2008 to Cordoba and interpret in one of the hospitals. Since coming to A. T. Still I have joined several organizations and taken part in multiple volunteer projects. I spearheaded the formation of a bioethics club of which I am now president. I have also been very involved in the ACOFP/SA, sitting on multiple committees and helping out with general needs. Recently I have been given the opportunity to be an AMSA representative. I look forward to serving as SOMA’s representative to the Troy area. Beaufort- Rachel Maupin, OMS-II My name is Rachel Maupin and I am the AMSA representative for the South Carolina CHC. I grew up in St. Louis and graduated cum laude from the University of San Diego in 2008 with a Bachelor of Business Administration. Despite my degree in business, I have always had my eye set on medical school and am especially interested in general surgery. I chose South Carolina because of its one of a kind southern culture, its inviting hospital staff, and the opportunity to work with Gullah people (wiki them!). Added bonuses are the beautiful weather, incredible food, and fabulous beaches!! Feel free to email me with any questions! Brooklyn- Flagstaff- Bonnie Wong, OMS-II Hawaii- Christopher Chin, OMS-II I'm born and raised in San Francisco, California and did my undergrad at UC Davis where I received a Bachelors of Arts and Sciences in Biological Sciences and Psychology. I've worked as a club promoter, a DJ, as well as in the biotech industry for Genentech and completed about 2 years of research in blood transfusion medicine at UCSF before coming to SOMA.I'm also your Vice President of Membership. Our goals for the year to strengthen our new chapter and build up relationships with our neighboring AMSA chapters as well as develop more programming and have a strong presence in our local community. Excited to have a great year with AMSA Go to AMSA's 60th National Convention!!!! Ohio- Josh Honeyman, OMS-II My name is Josh Honeyman I am currently a second year here
at ATSU-SOMA. I’m originally from
Fargo, North Dakota and I have a Bachelors of Science in Psychology and
Biology. Last year I was our AMSA chapter’s Vice president of finance. Currently I am at the Ohio CHC and I
will be the representative for this site.
If anyone has any questions about AMSA, club finance stuff, Ohio or
anything else feel free to contact me at josh.honeyman@gmail.com. Have a great year! Phoenix- Crystal Scott, OMS-II I am originally from Sacramento, California. I completed my undergraduate education at the University of California, Davis with a BS degree in Exercise Biology (aka Kinesiology). Prior to medical school I worked as a surgery counselor and ophthalmic assistant in an Ophthalmology private practice. I am now an OMSII here at ATSU. I currently serve the ATSU chapter of AMSA as Secretary. I am also the National Liason Officer of the SOMA club, as well as an ATSU Student Ambassador. I am located locally, here at the Phoenix Community Health Campus, and look forward to meeting and working with the new class of 2013! Porterville- Simran Brar, OMS-II Portland- Gurdeep Singh, OMS-II Seattle- Ryan Christensen, OMS-II Hailing from Big Timber, MT, I'm proud to be serving as your Vice President of Outreach and Seattle CHC Rep. I completed my BA in Music and Biomedical Studies at St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN and have worked in healthcare for over 5 years as an EMT-B on a rural Montana ambulance service and as an ED Patient Care Tech. I'm a current second year medical student at the Healthpoint CHC in Renton, WA (just south of Seattle) and loving every minute of it. In addition to AMSA, I'm also involved as VP of the Emergency Medicine Club and as an ATSU Student Ambassador. It is my goal to help facilitate community outreach and projects for you to get involved with AMSA, so please don't hesitate to email with any questions or ideas for projects, and I'll be happy to help! Tucson- Nina Lopez, OMS-II Nina Lopez is a 3rd year medical student at A.T. Still University. She corresponds regularly with the
University of Arizona AMSA chapter to coordinate events within the community. She is also involved in the American
College of Osteopathic Physicians (ACOFP), Women’s Health Student Interest Club
(WHSI) and Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA).
Nina is a New Mexico native, graduating from New Mexico State University in 2006 with a B.S. in microbiology. She compiled research for the National Institutes of Health (NIAAA) for 2 years, while concurrently receiving her certification as a massage therapist. Prior to medical school, Nina spent eight years in the Army Reserve. Nina is dedicated to her osteopathic calling, as well as her fellow classmates and patients. Here is the list of affiliated Local AMSA chapters. Contact your representative for more information!
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