Beyond USMLE Series – Personal Statement Webinar + ERAS Guidance Program
2025-06-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
We are excited to invite you to the next webinar in our Beyond USMLE Series:
“Crafting a Compelling ERAS Personal Statement”
Date: Saturday June 28th
Time: 10:00 AM CT

Speaker:
Alicia Olave-Pichon, MD, MPH
Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Pediatric Advanced IBD Fellow
Stanford University

This session will explore how to write an impactful and authentic personal statement. It is specially designed for members who are applying to the 2026 Match.
ERAS Personal Statement Guidance Program
As part of this initiative, five attendees will be selected to receive personalized feedback on their statements from experienced MOLA faculty members.
To be eligible for the review, you must:

Be a MOLA member ( https://chicagomola.com/membership/ )

Be part of the IHG (International Healthcare Graduates) group — Join here
Be applying to the 2026 Match

Attend the webinar and complete the form that will be shared during the session

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your application with expert insights and feedback.
Some of our volunteers

Erick Tarula, MD. Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Sol Abreu-Sosa, MD. Assistant Professor at Rush University Medical Center
Emma Olivera, MD. General Pediatrics. Advocate Children’s Medical Group
Ricardo Fuentes, MD. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation resident

Register now to reserve your spot:
Register here

Cardiometabolic and Renal Symposium: A Path to Cardiometabolic and Renal Health Equity
2025-08-16 09:00 - 14:00
Location: University of Chicago – Ida Noyes Hall – 1212 E 59th Street
Date: Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Doors open at 8:30 AM)
Register here
About:
The Cardiometabolic & Renal Health Symposium will address the unique health challenges of the Latino, Hispanic, and Spanish-speaking (hereafter, LHS+) communities. This symposium will unite leading experts, healthcare professionals, researchers, and community advocates to share the latest advancements, best practices, and culturally tailored prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies.
As a hub for collaboration, this symposium empowers students, faculty, researchers, and healthcare providers with the knowledge and resources necessary to advance health equity and improve overall well-being for patients with cardiomatic and renal healthcare needs. .
This inaugural event marks the first joint collaboration between the Medical Organization for Latino Advancement, the University of Chicago, and the Latino Medical Student Association. It will catalyze meaningful connections and long-term partnerships to improve health outcomes for the LHS+ community.
Objectives:
At the conclusion of the symposium, attendees will be able to:

Inform and Understand Disparities: Recognize and understand the disparities experienced by the LHS+ community in Cardio-Metabolic and Renal Health
Examine and propose evidence-based solutions: Identify and propose best practices to address equity and improve health outcomes through innovative approaches and education for healthcare professionals.
Increase Representation: Advise and advocate for increased representation of LHS+ individuals in Cardio-Metabolic and Renal healthcare, research, and education careers to improve health outcomes for the LHS+ population.
Leverage Community: Harness the unique skills, experiences, and assets of the LHS+ professionals and community, including multilingualism and cultural diversity, and incorporate community perspectives in strategies to address Cardio-Metabolic and Renal health in the LHS+ community.

Plenary Speakers

Iris Romero, MD, MS
University of Chicago Medicine
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dean for Diversity and Inclusion

Andres Serrano, MD
Sinai Chicago
Nephrologist
National Kidney Foundation
Board of Directors

Program at a Glance

09:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Opening plenary
Featuring our two Plenary Speakers:
Dr. Iris Romero and Dr. Andres Serrano

10:15 AM -11:05 AM
Breakout session # 1
Access & Disparities in
Cardiac Diseases (East Lounge)
and
Metabolic and Renal Diseases (West Lounge)

11:15 AM – 12:05 PM
Breakout session # 2
Room:
New & Emerging Treatments for
Cardio-kidney Metabolic Syndrome (East Lounge)
and
Chronic Kidney Disease And Hypertension (West Lounge)

12:05 PM – 01:15 PM
Lunch & Exhibitor Hour
Sponsored by Bayer

01:15 PM – 01:50 PM
Panel
The panel will focus on the various services offered to patients seeking care for cardiometabolic and renal health from the perspective of different disciplines.

01:50 PM – 02:00 PM
Conclusion

Directions & Parking:
Copied directly from the University of Chicago Student Centers website:
Ida Noyes Hall
Directions

Via Lake Shore Drive: Take Lake Shore Drive to 57th Street exit at the Museum of Science and Industry. Follow Museum Drive around to the west side of the Museum. Continue south on Cornell Avenue. When the road splits, keep right on Midway Plaisance (marked by a large, gray University of Chicago sign). Take Midway Plaisance west to Woodlawn Avenue and turn right. Ida Noyes Hall is on the northeast corner of 59th Street and Woodlawn Avenue.
Via Dan Ryan Expressway: Take Dan Ryan Expressway (I-90/94) to Garfield Boulevard (55th Street), exit 57B. Drive east on 55th Street through Washington Park, bearing right. Turn left onto Midway Plaisance just after “Fountain of Time” sculpture. Drive east on Midway Plaisance to Woodlawn Avenue and turn left. Ida Noyes Hall is on the northeast corner of 59th Street and Woodlawn Avenue.

Parking
Free parking is available on the street around Ida Noyes Hall and in the lot at 60th and Stony Island. Most University parking lots are free to the public after 4:00 pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. The parking structure at 55th and Ellis Avenue charges a fee 24 hours a day or requires a permit. Please do not park in the lot between Ida Noyes Hall and the Lab Schools (along Kimbark Avenue between 58th and 59th). You will be ticketed for parking in these spaces without a permit.
Accessibility:
There is an elevator in the Talbout foyer (near the Max Palevsky Cinema)
There is also an ADA lift from lobby level to library lounge.
Restrooms:
Restrooms the are located on the main first level; including a single-use restroom to the right of the men’s restroom.
There are also Restrooms on the second level – men’s restroom near East Lounge and women’s restroom on West Lounge.
Exhibitor Information
REGISTER TODAY!
Registration Rates:
REGISTRATION IS FREE UNTIL JULY 16th! Use code FREE at checkout.
After July 16th, the following Registration rates apply:

REGULAR
July 16th – August 1st
LATE
August 2nd – Day of

Students
$10*
$15*

Non-students (UofC or MOLA member
$15
$25

Non-students (Not UofC/not MOLA)
$35
$50

Full Program here
Register here

MOLA in Motion with LMSA
2025-09-04 20:00 - 22:00
Location: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, located at 3301 E North Water Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Date: Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Register today
About:
Join us for our inaugural MOLA in Motion with LMSA! An unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and community happening during the LMSA National Conference in Chicago. This special event honors our community with a night dedicated to recognizing excellence, building relationships, and celebrating the impact of Latino leadership in medicine.
Guests will enjoy an immersive experience featuring live music, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and the opportunity to explore MOLA’s programming, including learning more about our scholarship and mentorship programs. From inspiring conversations to cultural enrichment, this evening is designed to bring together healthcare leaders who are passionate about advancing equity and excellence in medicine.
Whether you’re reconnecting with former colleagues or making new connections, MOLA in Motion with LMSA offers a warm, welcoming space to celebrate our shared commitment to leadership and service in healthcare. We invite you to be part of this meaningful night—come ready to engage, explore, and celebrate with us.

Agenda:

07:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Doors Open – Welcome Reception*

8:15 PM – 8:20 PM
Opening Remarks
Jonathan Moreira, MD & Geraldine Luna, MD

8:20 PM – 8:35 PM
MOLA-MRF Scholar Reflections
Hear inspiring stories and insights from past and current MOLA-MRF Scholars (introduced by Arielle and Dr. Bonilla)

8:35 PM – 8:40 PM
MOLA Mentorship Program
Introduced by Mentorship Committee Co-Chairs Drs. Erick Tarula and Octavio Vega

8:50 PM – 9:00 PM
Guest Speaker

9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Social/networking hour

*Food will be provided from 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Last call for drinks is 10:00 PM.
Register today

The grand opening of the new Gene Matrix Global Headquarters at Fulton Labs in Chicago!
2025-09-10 17:00 - 20:00
Dear Friends
The new global office of Gene Matrix AI Genomics Lab is cordially invites you to a very special milestone—the grand opening of the new Gene Matrix Global Headquarters at Fulton Labs in Chicago.
Gene Matrix is leading the way in AI-driven precision medicine and genomics, and this new space at 1375 W. Fulton Street, Suite 545, represents more than just a headquarters—it is a hub for the future of healthcare innovation.
Please join us:

📍 Fulton Labs – 1375 W. Fulton Street, Suite 545, Chicago, IL
📅 Wednesday, September 10, 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Enjoy an evening of networking, guided tours of our cutting-edge lab, and a glimpse into how Gene Matrix is transforming the landscape of medicine and wellness.
Gene Matrix is a cutting-edge biotechnology company specializing in genomic testing, AI-powered precision medicine, and personalized healthcare solutions. Headquartered at Fulton Labs in Chicago, Gene Matrix is redefining the future of medical diagnostics and treatment by harnessing the power of genomics and artificial intelligence to deliver more accurate, efficient, and customized healthcare.
Core Areas of Expertise:

Pharmacogenomics – Helping physicians optimize medication regimens based on a patient’s genetic profile.
Mental Health – Offering advanced testing to support the treatment of depression, anxiety, and other disorders through genetic insights.
Cardiovascular Health – Providing risk assessments and prevention strategies rooted in genetic predispositions.
Oncology – Delivering personalized cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment pathways based on individual genomic data.
Sports & Performance Genomics – Helping athletes and trainers develop customized wellness and training regimens.
Preventive & Ancestral Health – Offering full genetic panels for early detection and insights into ethnic-specific health risks.

Your presence would make this moment even more meaningful. Kindly RSVP to Crolon@imagenconsultants.com
Looking forward to celebrating together.

MOLA Cancer Inequities Symposium
2025-11-06 11:00 - 15:10
Location: University of Texas at San Antonio – Downtown Campus – 501 W. César Chávez Blvd, San Antonio, TX
Date: Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:10 PM
REGISTER TODAY!
Description of Event:
MOLA is pleased to present the LHS+ (Latinx,Hispanic,Spanish-speaking and related identities) cancer disparities event scheduled for Thursday, November 6th at this year’s NAMS-MOLA conference in San Antonio, TX . This academic event promises to be an enlightening and impactful gathering aimed at addressing critical issues surrounding leukemia diagnoses experienced by the LHS+ community, and fostering education, awareness, and collaboration. The series aims to connect practicing physicians, researchers, and other cancer services providing professionals and students.

Objectives:

Understanding Disparities: Recognizing and understanding the disparities faced by the LHS+ community in leukemia care, with a focus on access to novel treatments and clinical trials.
Proposing Solutions: Identifying and proposing best practices to address equity and improve health outcomes through innovative approaches.
Leveraging Community: Harnessing the unique skills, experiences, and assets of the LHS+ community, including multilingualism and cultural diversity, to overcome structural barriers and improve leukemia care outcomes.
Increasing Representation: Advocating for increased representation of LHS+ individuals in healthcare, research, and educational careers to promote better health outcomes for the LHS+ population

Target Audience: We are expecting around 500-800 LHS+ and Latinx affirming health professionals, practicing MDs in primary care and several specialties, faculty, residents, researchers, and students.

Agenda:

11:00 AM

Opening Remarks (Jonathan Moreira, MD)

11:10 AM

Keynote Speaker: Efforts to expand pathway programs for vulnerable populations in Hematology; past successes and future directions
Belinda Avalos, MD
Atrium Health
American Society of Hematology

11:40 AM

Predisposing biological factors and compounding barriers to care amongst Latino, Hispanic and Spanish speaking patients with ALL
John Molina, MD
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Case Western Reserve University

12:10 PM – 12:15 PM

Break

12:15 PM

Dismantling barriers to access to care in the era of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors for chronic myelogenous leukemia
Daniela Urueta-Portillo, MD
UT Health San Antonio

12:45 PM – 2:00 PM

Lunch

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation: indications and barriers to transplant

25 minutes

Speaker panel/Q+A

10 minutes

Concluding Remarks

REGISTER TODAY!
