Student Interest Groups
Connect with an Interest Group on your campus
Connect with an Interest Group on your campus
Interest groups are defined as a group of students who want to create a new organization but may not meet the criteria (i.e.: not enough members, does not host and organize 2 events per semester, etc.). Interest groups do not need to be medically focused and can hold meetings, collaborate with other organizations, and fundraise. Review the Student Organization handbook for more information about student interest groups and student organizations.
Athens
Behind the White Coat
Event Information, 2026-2027
Student: TBD
Student: TBD
Advisor: Joe Bianco, Ph.D.
Event Details: Join us for an evening of storytelling and hear about the stories from the people "behind the white coat" and experiences that have made them who they are today! Visit our website for more information: /medicine/behind-white-coat
Med Students of the Shelter Dogs
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Sabreena Ighneim
Mission: Med Students of the Shelter Dogs partners with Friends of the Shelter Dogs and Athens County Dog Shelter to raise awareness and donations for our local dog shelter. Activities include dog walking, fundraising, and supporting shelter dog enrichment.
OUHCOM Medical Student Advocacy
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Ryan Steere
Mission: Our medical student advocacy interest group is focused on discussing current policy that affects medical students directly on both the state and national level. Our hope is to inform the current students of OUHCOM with important legislative updates as well as keep our own Ohio legislators informed on issues that we as medical students face.
Pathology
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Mollyanna Grashel
Mission: The goal of this interest group is to give students an opportunity to enhance their knowledge and gain exposure to various principles, topics, and subspecialties within pathology. We want students to understand the integral role pathology has in medical practice and hope to expand awareness and increase interest in the field.
Rising Suns Pharmacy
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Samuel Frank
Student: Annika Johnson
Student: Sabreena Ighneim
Advisor: Sarah Adkins, PharmD
Mission: We are a nonprofit pharmacy that helps manage medications for people in our community who are uninsured or underinsured. We operate with minimal staffing and volunteers because we are a grant-based organization. Rising Suns is a great volunteering opportunity for OUHCOM students based in Athens.
Ultrasound
Cleveland
Glow Forward
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Naya Alsouss
Mission: Glow Forward is committed to restoring dignity, confidence, and self-worth by providing beauty and personal care products to individuals experiencing homelessness. We believe that access to self-care is a human right, not a luxury, and we aim to glow forward by spreading hope, uplifting spirits, and reminding every person of their inherent beauty and worth.
Donate Products – Contribute new or gently used beauty and personal care items from our accepted products list. Your donations go directly to individuals experiencing homelessness, helping restore dignity and self-worth.
Give Financially – Every dollar goes right back into our mission, supporting outreach efforts and purchasing beauty products for those who need them most.
Glow Forward is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, which means your contributions are tax-deductible and directly fuel our mission to spread hope and confidence.
Middle Eastern Medical Society
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Sarah Attar
Student: Naya Alsouss
Advisor: Mohammad Al sorkhy, Ph.D.
Mission: The purpose of the Society shall be to serve as a professional, cultural, and educational association dedicated to promoting cultural awareness, inclusivity, and community within the medical field. The Society shall be open to individuals of all backgrounds who are interested in Middle Eastern culture, healthcare issues, and advancing diversity in medicine.
Sports Medicine
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Laith Haddad
Mission: The Sports Medicine Club at OU-HCOM provides medical students with opportunities to explore the dynamic and growing field of sports medicine through education, mentorship, and hands-on experiences. This group is designed primarily for first- and second-year medical students interested in learning more about the broad range of specialties involved in caring for active individuals and athletes, including primary care sports medicine, orthopedics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, musculoskeletal medicine, and related fields. Our mission is to expose students to sports medicine through engagement with practicing physicians and specialists from across Ohio while helping members develop practical clinical skills and professional connections. Throughout the year, the club hosts guest speaker events, procedural and skills workshops, taping and injury evaluation labs, networking opportunities, and student-focused experiences that highlight both the clinical and interdisciplinary aspects of sports medicine. Beyond specialty exploration, the Sports Medicine Club emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and community within OU-HCOM. Members are encouraged to participate in interactive events and initiatives that strengthen teamwork while fostering curiosity about movement, performance, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and patient-centered musculoskeletal care. Whether students are pursuing sports medicine as a future career or simply want to build stronger clinical skills applicable across specialties, the club offers meaningful opportunities to learn, connect, and grow throughout medical school.
Dublin
Oncology Club
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Nicholas Shonkwiler
Student: Nick Weaver
Advisor: Hasan Shaakir
Mission: Our mission to promote student interest in oncology by providing opportunities for medical students to explore the field of cancer care, including medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pediatric oncology, hematology/oncology, palliative care, and related specialties.
Community Health Screening
Contact Information, 2026-2027
Student: Amrita Anaparthi
Student: Isabella Roscoe
Mission: Our mission is to build meaningful connections with underserved communities in Columbus by offering free health screenings and connecting individuals and families to supportive health and community resources.
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Cleveland
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Dublin