Future Docs
Healthcare Industry
4-Year IHE
Organizations Involved
Wayne State University, School of Medicine
Occupations Involved
Children (ages 6-12)
Workforce Development Focus
Increasing number of healthcare workers
Workforce Issues Addressed
Attracting individuals to work in a healthcare profession
Description
This is a one-day event, sponsored by the School of Medicine's Alumni Association, to promote healthcare sciences and careers at an early age, where more than 200 medical students volunteer. Future Docs is designed to pique the interest of children with an early introduction and appreciation for science that may blossom into medical careers. The children, between the ages of 6 and 12 get a hands-on look into the world of medicine and medical research during the annual event. The event features 18 workshops like Brain Blast, Wind Your Way Through DNA, Heart Rocks, Ultrasounds Like Fun, in addition to a photobooth, face painting and lunch.
For more information: https://today.wayne.edu/medicine/news/2025/03/10/future-docs-opens-world-of-medicine-to-tomorrows-doctors-65655
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