Health Professions

Are you passionate about a career path that draws deeply on science and human behavior?
Do you want to do social justice work in the areas of health disparities and illness prevention?
Are you fascinated by the systems of the human body and how they interact with natural and social influences?

Health Professions prepares Grinnellians for careers in medicine, public health, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physical and occupational therapy, nursing, and more. We support both students and young alumni during the application process.

Beyond the Usual: Ordinary Moments, Extraordinary Stories

Emergency medicine resident Mounir Contreras, MD, shares a story that demonstrates how all members of the health care team can make a meaningful impact on patient care.

BY MOUNIR CONTRERAS FOR ASPIRING DOCS DIARIES ON NOVEMBER 17, 2023

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AAMC: Fewer Applicants, More Matriculants

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) released data this week on the class beginning medical school in the 2023-24 academic year. The report shows that more students are attending medical school even as fewer are applying. The incoming med …

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10 Questions With A 3rd Year Dental Student

Janika James, a third-year dental student at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry (Meharry SOD), is dedicated to improving oral health in underserved communities and hopes to leave a lasting impression in dentistry. In this ADEA GoDental blog post, Ms. …

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Resources

One conversation can change a student’s perspective.

Grinnell students are eager to learn from alumni about careers, industries, and life …

Alumni Connections

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Firsthand Vault Guides

The Vault Guide to Top Internships rates more than 100 internship programs. Based on a survey of approximately 20,000 interns, …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Address

John Chrystal Center
1103 Park Street
Grinnell, IA 50112

Hours

Monday 8:00am–5:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am–5:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am–5:00pm
Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm
Friday 8:00am–5:00pm
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