The camp offers a unique academy-style model with proprietary curricula and instructors from top-tier universities, providing an immersive and personalized learning experience in a university environment.
The Lavner Camps STEM & Medicine Camp at UCLA offers a hands-on exploration of various STEM fields as they relate to medicine. Campers will delve into topics such as DNA science, gene therapies, and mRNA technology, gaining valuable insights into modern medical advancements. Activities include 3D modeling prosthetics using cutting-edge design software, performing virtual simulated surgeries, and analyzing medical images. The curriculum also covers forensic anthropology, where students learn to identify bones, and the science behind medical tests like X-rays, CTs, and MRIs. Participants will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing medical cases and interpreting test results, fostering a scientific mindset for problem-solving.
The camp emphasizes teamwork and collaboration through engaging projects and case studies, encouraging campers to think creatively and develop innovative approaches to patient care and medical research. Instructors, recruited from top universities, provide personalized attention within an academy-style model. Campers will also learn practical skills such as taking a medical history, CPR basics, and pulse and respiration counts. The program aims to spark curiosity and inspire future medical professionals by providing a comprehensive and interactive learning experience in a university setting.
A typical day involves hands-on activities, virtual simulations, and collaborative projects, with breaks for socialization and outdoor time.
This camp is best for curious, creative students who are interested in exploring the intersection of STEM and medicine and aspire to work in the medical field.
UCLA, 405 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095
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