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Who We Are PADMed Program CDHE's workshops are tailored to key stakeholders, providing actionable strategies and resources:
Pre-Health Advisors: Workshops focus on improving support systems for underrepresented students pursuing medical and biomedical careers.
DEI-Focused Faculty: These sessions emphasize inclusive teaching practices, curriculum design, and advocacy efforts to embed equity in healthcare education. The Catalyst Learning Hub Programs &
Initiatives Sign Up Now TRAINING WORKSHOP SERIES Mentorship Network Training Workshop Series The Consortium aims to help students, faculty, educators, and administrators who learn, practice, teach, and perform research in healthcare and biomedical science within the greater Philadelphia area.

CDHE provides community-building opportunities, access to educational resources, professional development programs, and a collaborative platform to share best practices and tools within healthcare education. CONTACT US close The “Hub” is a digital platform designed to facilitate the exchange of resources, strategies, and best practices among equity advocates, educators, and healthcare professionals. It serves as a hub for community building, enabling collaboration across institutions and offering access to equity toolkits, research findings, and innovative solutions for fostering inclusion.


Sign Up Now The Catalyst Learning Hub close The Mentorship Network connects GHE students and early-career professionals with seasoned mentors to guide their academic and professional journeys. This program offers tailored support, advice, and networking opportunities to build confidence and overcome barriers. By establishing structured mentoring relationships, CDHE fosters career development and strengthens retention within the healthcare field. MENTORSHIP NETWORK close The PADMed pathway program is a comprehensive initiative that seeks to provide students from local Philadelphia universities with the resources and skills to prepare for medical school. Key activities include monthly advising sessions led by consortium members, workshops on academic advising, and mentorship opportunities to ensure students are well-prepared for graduate and professional healthcare programs.
PADMed Program close Annual Equity in Medical Education Summit Grand Rounds A cornerstone event for bringing together stakeholders to discuss challenges, share best practices, and promote collaboration in advancing DEI within healthcare education. Annual Equity in Medial Education Summit close A local series where Consortium member institutions collaborate to host expert-led discussions on pressing topics concerning diversity, equity and inclusion in healthcare education, such as health disparities and holistic admissions. Grand Rounds Series close

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