MedLink Scholars
Connecting Future Healthcare Professionals.
MedLink Scholars | DermLink Scholars is committed to empowering disadvantaged and underrepresented medical students by providing access to high-quality, accessible mentorship, networking, leadership development, and educational resources in dermatology. Our mission is to address unmet support needs through meaningful guidance, peer connection, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, including presentation experience at regional, national, and international conferences. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive community where all members can build confidence, develop lifelong professional relationships, and engage meaningfully in dermatology regardless of background, institution, or existing connections. As part of our broader commitment to service and equity, our nonprofit initiative, Glow Forward, strives to restore dignity and confidence to individuals experiencing homelessness by distributing personal care and beauty products. We believe access to self-care is a human right, not a luxury, and we aim to glow forward by spreading hope and reminding every person of their inherent beauty and worth.
Mentorship | Networking | Community | Opportunity
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Join MedLink Scholars
Join MedLink Scholars to access educational opportunities, mentorship, and initiatives like Glow Forward, Journal Club, and Guest Speaker Events—all designed to expand access & connections.
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Guest Speaker Events
Guest Speaker Events feature physicians, residents, and fellows who share their journeys, advice, and resources—offering students valuable guidance and mentorship they may not otherwise receive.
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Glow Forward 501(c)(3)
Glow Forward is our nonprofit organization that collects and donates beauty and skincare products to women’s shelters, helping restore dignity, confidence, and self-care for women experiencing homelessness.
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The DLS Journal Club
The DLS Journal Club allows students to present newly published high-impact research while practicing their presentation skills. Attendees engage in discussion, sharpen critical thinking, and explore scientific advances.
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Pre-Med Mentorship
The Pre-Med Mentorship Program pairs undergraduates with medical student mentors for guidance on coursework, MCAT prep, applications, interviews, and the path to medical school.
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Research
Members are invited to collaborate on self-initiated research projects with one another, though scholars are always encouraged to pursue research opportunities with their academic institutions and universities.