Uniformed Services School of Medicine: Philosophy to Dermatologist-Suture Like a Pro

An Exclusive Pre-Med Masterclass with Dr. Cox, Assistant Dean of Admissions at USU Are you a high-achieving liberal arts student aiming for medical school? Join Dr. Cox—a former philosophy major turned dermatologist and Assistant Dean of Recruitment at the Uniformed Services University (USU)—for an interactive, insider session designed to give your application a competitive edge. What to Expect:

An Unconventional Medical Journey: Follow Dr. Cox’s career evolution from Pediatrics to Flight Surgeon to Dermatology, featuring photo-filled stories from his assignments in Hawaii, Italy, Afghanistan, Colorado, San Diego, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C.

AMCAS Application Pearls: Get insider strategies for crafting a standout Personal Statement, structuring high-impact Work & Activities entries, and writing memorable Secondary essays.

Shadowing & LOR Strategy: Discover how to leverage clinical shadowing into powerful narrative stories and glowing Letters of Recommendation.

Hands-On Suture Workshop: Wrap up the session by learning to “suture like a dermatologist” using high-quality surgical mannequins.
 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable admissions insights, practice clinical skills, and learn how your unique liberal arts background can be your biggest asset in the med school process.