Mini Medical School
Session Schedule
April 30th 6-7 pm: Life in the balance: Mastering diabetes management
May 7th 6-7 pm: Think smart! Brain health, brain development, and concussions
May 12th 6-7 pm: The heart of the matter: Preventing cardiovascular disease
Compass North is pleased to invite you to join our second annual Mini Medical School! We're thrilled to offer an engaging introduction to the world of medicine and preventative health. Whether you join us online or in person, you'll have the unique opportunity to explore medical science and interact with experienced healthcare professionals.
Important note: medical knowledge and experience is not required to attend this program. Mini Medical School is for everyone and we welcome all individuals who want to learn!
About the Program
Our Mini Medical School Series is designed to inspire and educate future medical professionals, show the community what it is like to be in medical school, promote health and health literacy, and foster meaningful connections within the community. You will have the opportunity to meet and learn from medical students and health care providers, providing a rich environment for learning and growth.
Program Highlights
Free to Attend: Sessions are completely free!
Target Audience: This is for the general population - NOT a presentation for medical professionals!
Inclusive: The sessions are open to all community members living in Northern Ontario. Due to space limitations, registration for in-person attendance at NOSM University (Thunder Bay) will be limited to 30 participants. We encourage you to register early to secure your seat!
Across the North: We have partnered with other organizations!
In-Person Attendance
Pre-registration through this site is required to attend in-person at NOSM University (Thunder Bay campus) and virtually from a private residence. Additional in-person sites, as listed below, are offered and do NOT require pre-registration.
*PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
ATAC 6022 (Lakehead University; 955 Oliver Rd., Thunder Bay)
Please enter through the ATAC doors located nearest to the Bike Shack/parking lots. Take the elevator to the 6th floor where volunteers will be available to assist you with the check-in process. There will be signs directing you to the correct door.
Drop in ONLY. Pre-registration NOT required.
Pre-registration NOT required.
Contact Corinne for more information: 807-684-3276
Drop in ONLY. Pre-registration NOT required.
Drop in ONLY. Pre-registration NOT required.
Drop in ONLY. Pre-registration NOT required.
Drop in ONLY. Pre-registration NOT required.
Acknowledgements
Thank you to the committed students, faculty members, and community health professionals who have supported the development and delivery of this program. Your commitment to advancing medical knowledge and fostering a community of learning is greatly appreciated!
Compass North: Michaela Coccimiglio, Camille Smith, Kelvi Toskovich, Arshea Amer, Amy Lefebvre, and Emma Harland
Student Volunteers: Tobiloba Akinyinka, Blessing Tiriwepi, Abigail Collings, Jordan Mastrangelo, and Amber Priscott
Resident Volunteers:
Medical Experts:
NOSM University CEPD: Kaitlin Taylor, Dr. Tara Baron, Melissa Rye
Founding Committee: Simone Smith, Carla Kuhn, Mari Lukkaroinen, Emma Harland, and Natalie Hynes
Location
Hybrid event:
No location
Dates
Registration period:
February 3, 2025 - 8:00 AM EST - May 11, 2025 - 5:00 PM EDT
Contact us
If you have any questions, please contact minimedschool@nosm.ca
