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Read about the National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF) and its attendees in the news(pdf):

National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine (NYLF/MED)NYLF/MED is held each summer at renowned medical centers in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Forum scholars can expect a hands-on curriculum which includes presentations by internationally-recognized speakers, clinical and research visits, medical school visits and simulation activities.

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Testimonials of Past Participants

National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine
“Thank you for this fantastic experience. NYLF/MED made me, a person who was once afraid of both hospitals and blood, realize that medicine was the one thing I wanted to do with my life and I have never turned back since I learned that about myself. Not only did I understand much more about medical school, but I also made friends all over the US and the world and I continue to keep in touch with them and I am even going to visit. Those who have not been in this program cannot even begin to understand the kind of friends you can make in ten days and how hard it is to leave them. It makes you strong enough to take risks and go some place life-changing for college. I would recommend anyone to this program--the sheltered people, and the outgoing people. The staff and directors of the Boston program I went to are some of the most charismatic people I have ever met. I seriously want to go back!”—Shobha Narasimhan, Canton, MichiganNYLF/MEDICINE Scholar, Summer 2006
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“NYLF/Medicine opened doors of opportunity in medicine. It showed me that becoming a doctor is more about service than designing a wealthy career. More than anything, it excited me about so many different areas of medicine, and this program has encouraged me to learn more about volunteering in my own area. None of this experience was what I expected- in fact it was so much better! The friends I made, and the experience I had will remain a part of me forever.”—Lexy Cook, Healdsburg, CaliforniaNYLF/MEDICINE Scholar, Summer 2006
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“Excellent opportunity to see first hand what a physician does on a day-to-day basis. This experience has helped my son Stephen to focus on a career in medicine. A worthwhile and engaging experience he will never forget.” —Robert Chaponis, Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaParent of NYLF/MEDICINE scholar Stephen Chaponis, Summer 2004
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“I believe that NYLF/Med was a wonderful experience for my son. He was able to grow as a person and a member of society thru NYLF. Hopefully, everyone can experience what my son did.”—Nancy Sanchez, Rio Rico, ArizonaParent of NYLF/MEDICINE scholar, Summer 2004
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“I arrived at NYLF with an expectation to either decide for or against medicine as a career. I came with a focus on solely finding out whether medicine was right for me. I quickly discovered, though, that the NYLF experience was much more than just about career exploration. Day in and day out I met amazing, ambitious students from all across the United States. I walk away from NYLF with evermore interest in pursuing a career in medicine … and I look back at ten blissful days filled with memories made with now life-long friends.”—Henry Soong, Schaumburg, IllinoisNYLF/MEDICINE scholar, Summer 2006
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“The National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine was an incredible experience for me because it opened my eyes to the medical field in a way I did not know was possible. I learned so much information about getting into med schools and residency programs.” —Susan Lee, La Canada, CaliforniaNYLF/MEDICINE scholar, Summer 2006

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Donations will be used to fund Chelsea's summer trip to a major medical university within the US. She will have the opportunity to;

• Observe open heart surgery
• Participate in the care of a terminally ill child
• Work directly with some of our countries top medical specialists
• Hands-on, interactive curriculum that includes clinical and research visits

DONATIONS can be made by following the "DONATE" link. Contributions may also be mailed to: Chelsea Pitts, 3920 East Elbow Lane, Olney, IL 62450.

Your kind contribution is so very appreciated!

Fundraising Ideas Needed!!!

A few ideas:

• Mexican Fiesta at the Olney City Park Community Building
• Pizza Sales
• Raffle
• Cowboy Mounted Shooting Event (weenie roast, hay rides, games, etc.)
• Handbag Sales
• Raffle

INVITATION TO NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM ON MEDICINE

Chelsea, you have been selected to attend the Forum on Medicine, please accept my congratulations! I encourage you to take your place among some of the most highly accomplished students in the nation who will be taking part in the Forum and exploring a career in the medical field.

My first exposure to medicine came through my own participation in NYLF/MED as a high school student, and I’ve continued my relationship with the Forum, now as a practicing physician. I highly recommend this experience to you – it will help you answer the questions you must have about becoming a medical professional and show you the steps you should take now to ensure your successful future.

The world of medicine awaits you! I wish you the best of experiences at the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine this summer and beyond!

Sincerely,

Chelsea has been invited to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine!

National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine (NYLF/MED)NYLF/MED is held each summer at renowned medical centers in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Forum scholars can expect a hands-on curriculum which includes presentations by internationally-recognized speakers, clinical and research visits, medical school visits and simulation activities.

As many of you know, Chelsea is currently participating in the ERHS Nursing program, which allows her to become a Certified Nursing Assistant at a much younger age than most. This program selects only 10 students per year to participate. Not only is she earning High School credit and working towards her field of dreams, pediatric medicine, she is also earning dual credits that will transfer to OCC. When Chelsea begins the college level nursing program in the summer of 2010. Upon comepletion she will be a Registered Nurse (RN). While working as an RN she will continue her education in pediatric medicine.

This year, Chelsea was the only student nominated from ERHS to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine at a major medical university, such as Harvard or Berkley, in the summer of 2009. During this program she will have rare opportunities such as observing open heart surgery, participate in the care of a terminally ill child.

Chelsea, and up to 4 roomates will be living on campus during the week long forum.

She is so very excited at this oppurtunity!

We are currently in the process of planning fundraisers to help offset the cost of nearly $5,000. At this point, all expenses will be paid out of pocket. Chelsea has an account that is strictly for donations and fundraiser income. By clicking the link below you can DONATE via credit/debit card.

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