Wellness

Mini-Medical School

Free lectures for adults and high school students.

2022 Mini-Medical School

Designed for individuals who want to gain a deeper understanding of the world of medicine, Mini-Medical School is a free, six-week series of lectures for adults of all ages and high school students co-sponsored with the Delaware Academy of Medicine / Delaware Public Health Association.

Attendees learn about important trends in diagnosing and treating illness and general health topics. Faculty will provide in-depth lectures and allow time for questions to enhance the experience. There are no tests or grades. No previous medical training is required. Participants who attend all six sessions will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

The six-week Thursday classes begin on February 24 and run through March 31, 7‑9 p.m. The 2022 Mini-Medical School will be offered virtually via Zoom.

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Schedule

Thursday, February 24, 7 ‑ 9 p.m.

Trauma-Informed Care
Suzanne Bauer, PsyD, Psychologist, Behavioral Health, ChristianaCare

Thursday, March 3, 7 ‑ 9 p.m.

Breast Reconstruction/Plastic Surgery
Stephanie Caterson, M.D., Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon, ChristianaCare’s Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute

Thursday, March 10, 7 ‑ 9 p.m.

Sports Medicine
Bradley Sandella, D.O., Director of Sports Medicine, ChristianaCare

Thursday, March 17, 7 ‑ 9 p.m.

The Growth of Telehealth and the Virtual Experience
Vishal Patel, M.D., MBA., Associate Medical Director of the Center for Virtual Health, ChristianaCare