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Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Health
- Khaleej Times
GMU empowers 100 high school students through real-world medical exposure
Gulf Medical University (GMU), one of the region's premier academic health institutions, has announced the successful certification of 100 high school students from its flagship preparatory program, Aspire to Become a Doctor. This milestone highlights not only the growing enthusiasm among youth to pursue careers in medicine, but also the rising demand for admission to GMU's world-class programmes. The Aspire to Become a Doctor programme, hosted annually at GMU's campus in Ajman, is designed to introduce high school students to the dynamic world of medical education and healthcare careers. Through immersive sessions, hands-on workshops, lab exposure, and direct interactions with GMU faculty and healthcare professionals, students gain first-hand insight into what it takes to become tomorrow's doctors, dentists, pharmacists, researchers, and healthcare leaders. Prof. Manda Venkatramana, acting chancellor, Gulf Medical University, stated: "We are proud of these bright young minds who've completed this journey with passion and dedication. The Aspire to Become a Doctor program not only fuels their dreams but also equips them with clarity, confidence, and early exposure to healthcare careers. As GMU expands its academic footprint, initiatives like these help shape future-ready students who can thrive in the evolving world of medicine." Prof. Hesham Marei, acting vice chancellor – academics, added: "The overwhelming response to the programme is a reflection of GMU's growing reputation as a hub for academic excellence. We are committed to nurturing ambition and building a strong foundation in medical sciences through innovative learning, early exposure, and mentorship." The programme received an outstanding response this year, with hundreds of applications pouring in from across the UAE and abroad. The high level of interest reflects the growing recognition of GMU's academic excellence and its integrated network of hospitals, research centers, and global affiliations. With GMU's continued expansion across the globe and through international partner universities — there is an unprecedented demand for admission into its undergraduate and graduate programmes in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, physiotherapy, health sciences, and more. As the race for healthcare careers accelerates globally, Gulf Medical University continues to stand out as the go-to destination for future doctors and health professionals. Applications for the upcoming academic year are open, and seats are filling fast.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Top U.S. Health Systems Commit More Than $100M to Tackle Healthcare Staffing and Student Debt Crises
Boston Children's Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering, MyEyeDr., Northwestern Medicine, Novant Health, OhioHealth, VCA Animal Hospitals, and more offer early job commitments and a combined $101.2M+ in student loan repayment for critical healthcare roles. BOSTON, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Top U.S. health systems are taking bold, employer-led action to combat two converging crises: student debt and clinical staffing shortages. Together with Clasp, the first retention-driven recruitment platform, hospitals are launching a new model for financing education—one that locks in talent early, rewards retention, and makes healthcare careers more accessible. A new generation of healthcare professionals is entering the workforce with staggering debt—often exceeding $100,000 for roles like physical therapists, occupational therapists, and physician assistants, and nearly $150,000 for newly graduated veterinarians. These burdens are only expected to grow as more roles shift to advanced degree requirements: physical therapists now need a doctorate to practice, nurse anesthetists will soon face the same, and states like New York are mandating additional credentials like the "BSN in 10" rule for nurses. Clasp's model flips the script on traditional student loan benefits. Clasp programs enable employers to commit early—often while students are still in school—and defer actual repayment until after retention milestones. That structure stretches every dollar further, with many employers on Clasp's platform offering up to $75,000+ in tax-advantaged loan repayment over three years. The result: deeper loyalty, lower turnover, and more sustainable pipelines for in-demand roles like nurse anesthesia, radiologic and surgical technology, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and veterinary medicine. Systems leading the charge include Boston Children's Hospital (ranked the #1 pediatric hospital in the country), Memorial Sloan Kettering (the #2 cancer center), MyEyeDr. (a leading national eye care provider), Northwestern Medicine (Illinois' top-ranked hospital system), Novant Health (a top 40 U.S. health system), OhioHealth (central Ohio's largest health system), and VCA Animal Hospitals (leading national veterinary group). They join Clasp's growing network of early adopters building stronger futures—for students and the healthcare workforce alike. "At Novant Health, we're working to build a healthier future for all – from patients and communities to our own clinicians and team members. We believe the workforce of tomorrow depends on how we support students today," said Sebastien Girard, Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer, Novant Health. "As part of our recruitment efforts targeting new nurse anesthetists, we've partnered with Clasp to repay a significant portion of their student loans and hope to expand this benefit to other positions in the future. By relieving financial burden upfront, we're building loyalty from day one—and setting a new bar for what it means to invest in our future teams." To expand access and impact, Clasp has also secured up to $100 million in no-cosigner education loan funding—helping students from low- and middle-income backgrounds pursue high-impact healthcare careers without barriers. "This isn't just about offering a benefit—it's about rewiring how healthcare systems attract and retain talent," said Tess Michaels, CEO of Clasp. "These leaders aren't just responding to a crisis. They're shaping the future of work in healthcare—and setting a new standard that others will follow." This Spring, a healthcare system with >30,000 employees fully replaced their sign-on bonuses for one of their hardest-to-hire clinical roles and was able to hit 130% of their applicant goal in just 20 days offering student loan repayment. Across Clasp's partner network, early data shows a potential 440% return-on-investment, with employers saving up to $5 million in year one by utilizing as an alternative to sign-on bonuses, reducing contract labor spend, and cutting turnover—down to as little as 5% in some roles on Clasp's platform. Building A Stronger Future, TogetherMomentum is building. Health systems nationwide are turning to this new model as a smarter, more sustainable way to build high-performing clinical teams—and students are responding. "If we want healthcare to be stronger tomorrow, we need to invest in the people who power it today," Michaels added. "This model works because it starts earlier, goes deeper, and delivers real, lasting results." Students currently enrolled in eligible programs can learn more and apply at Healthcare employers ready to lead—not follow—can reach out to partnerships@ to join the movement today. About ClaspClasp is a first-of-its-kind platform connecting education and employment through retention-driven recruitment. Since 2018, Clasp (formerly Stride Funding) has helped over 10,000 students access outcomes-based financing, career pathways, and student loan repayment. By enabling healthcare systems to sponsor loan repayment tied to early job commitments, Clasp addresses two major challenges: student debt and the clinical talent shortage. Clasp also publishes the School Deserts Index, a national report featuring state-by-state rankings of gaps in clinical training programs, offering actionable insights for workforce planners. Backed by up to $100M in funding capacity—with no co-signer required—Clasp supports students at the moment they need it most. 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CBS News
02-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Philadelphia high school students get job training and opportunities at Jefferson Health
Jefferson Health is filling some job openings with a special free training program for Philadelphia high school students. The joint venture from Jefferson, the School District of Philadelphia and Esperanza College is providing some much-needed job training and opportunities. Aleycha Peralta, who's now a student at Esperanza College, was part of the Jefferson Workforce Development Program. She says it was life-changing. "I thought it was the opportunity of a lifetime," said Peralta, who wants to become a doctor. The program provides free training to Philadelphia high school students, who can then apply for jobs at Jefferson Health. "The mission of this program is to provide talent streams for entry-level workforce in the technical space, whether it's a patient care tech, medical assistant, surgical tech," said Theresa Fortner, who oversees the workforce program. The program helps fill jobs in the Jefferson system and benefits the community. "These are students that represent undeserved communities, and securing a full-time job here at Jefferson helps stabilize them economically and helps support their families," Fortner said. The students in the program get 1,000 hours of classroom instruction and hands-on training. Batoul Ayyash said that through the program, she's decided to become a nurse. "Our main focus is the patient, so we take care of the patient, we bathe them, we talk to them, we listen to them," Ayyash said. "This allows us to understand the root of health care before we actually go into the medicine." So far, 38 students have completed the workforce program, including many who now work at Jefferson.
