Welcome to Dr. Interested
Inspiring the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
Dr. Interested is a youth-led global pre-med community helping students explore the vast world of healthcare, research, and advocacy. We support youth in finding their unique "spark" in medicine through interactive programs, publishing opportunities, and leadership development.
Our Purpose
To bridge the gap betweer interest and action in youth healthcare leadership by offering accessible resources, mentorship, and research opportunities.
Goal
To inspire, educate, and support high school students on their journey toward a career in healthcare.
Mission
To empower the next generation of healthcare professionals through education, collaboration, and meaningful experiences.
Vision
A world where every young person has the support to discover their passion in medicine and drive change through innovation and advocacy.
About Dr. Interested
Dr. Interested is a student-led organization empowering high school students to explore careers in healthcare and medical research. Through engaging events, leadership opportunities, and collaborative projects, we bridge the gap between passion and profession.
Latest Event
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The Race to Fight Cancer: Documentary Watch Party & Surgeon-Scientist Q&A
Can we cut cancer diagnostic wait times from weeks to minutes? Join Dr. Interested and Curiosity Films for an exclusive virtual screening of the groundbreaking CBC The Nature of Things documentary, "Doctor, Doctor: The Race to Fight Lung Cancer." We are diving deep into the world of medical innovation to see how surgeon-scientist Dr. Kazuhiro Yasufuku and his team are fighting the Canadian healthcare crisis head-on. Following the documentary, we will host a live Q&A session with the experts featured in the film from the Yasufuku Lab (UHN). This is a rare opportunity for students and aspiring MDs to go behind the scenes of life-saving research and hear directly from the doctors and researchers at the forefront of surgical innovation. What to Expect: Exclusive Screening: Watch the newly released documentary detailing the high-stakes race to innovate lung cancer diagnostics. Live Q&A: Meet Nicholas Bernards, Judy McConnell, and the team from the Yasufuku Lab to ask your questions about research, medicine, and the future of surgery. Career Insight: Learn what it’s really like to work at the intersection of clinical practice and groundbreaking lab research.
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The Burnout Pipeline: How Students Lose Interest in Healthcare Before They Even Start
The idea of a “healthcare dream” for example becoming a nurse, doctor, surgeon, inspires many students, but unfortunately, the growing reality is that too many students lose interest in healthcare before they ever even begin.
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Our podcast features interviews with healthcare professionals, discussions about medical careers, and insights into the healthcare industry.