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Women Physicians Section Governing Council—student member

One medical student is elected annually to the WPS Governing Council

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The Women Physicians Section (WPS) furthers issues related to women’s health and works to
accelerate the professional progress of women physicians through leadership development,
training and advocacy. 

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  • Attend up to three meetings per year
  • Carry out responsibilities as agreed to by the governing council
  • Implement/participate in WPS projects such as Women in Medicine Month

One year, commencing in June

The application will be posted in fall 2025.

Download the position description as a PDF.

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