The integration of assisted reproductive services into HIV care and treatment programs is acceptable and feasible to HCPs. Formal training of HCPs may improve the implementation of these services for HIV-affected couples in low-resource settings.

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Students have traditionally held a singular role in medical education-the learner. This narrow view neglects students unique perspective and ability to shape the future of medical education. In recognizing the need for deliberate leadership skill development and networking opportunities for medical student leaders, the American Medical Association (AMA) supported the first AMA Accelerating Change in Medical Education Student-Led Conference on Leadership in Medical Education. A planning committee of 19 students from seven medical schools collaborated to develop this conference, which took place on August 4-5, 2017 at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. The primary goal of the conference was for students to learn about leadership skills, connect with other student leaders, feel empowered to lead change, and continue to lead from their roles as students. Attendees participated in a variety of workshops and presentations focused on developing practical leadership skills. In addition, students formed multiinstitutional teams to participate on in the MedEd Impact Challenge, attempting to address issues in medical education such as leadership curriculum development, wellness, and culture change. Post-conference surveys

BackgroundThe medical profession continues to be unrepresentative of the patients being served in the United States. This discrepancy persists despite the numerous known benefits of a diverse workforce. Doctors of Tomorrow (DoT) is a pipeline program that prepares students from underrepresented communities to pursue careers in medicine. DoT provides support beginning in high school through matriculation in graduate school. Methods Focus groups were held with 8 current DoT students enrolled in a university to explore their individual perspectives of participating in a pipeline program and gain a better understanding of their transition from high school to university. ResultsThree main themes were identified in the focus groups:(1) concern about academic rigor in higher education, (2) resilience in new role as a university student, and (3) desire for social network. ConclusionsThis study qualitatively analyzed the experiences of a select group of students following their freshman year at a university. Through the lens of high-quality connections, we can see the value that DoT participants place on relationships and developing meaningful connections. DoT Succeed students are intentional about the networks they establish and how those interactions, relationships, and connections will serve their career trajectory. These same students are also clear about the networks that are distractors. While they explore those pathways, they are continuing to discover how to limit investment to these events and individuals.

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