South Asian Medical Student Association (SAMSA)

Mission Statement:

SAMSA is an organization that aims to unify South Asian medical students across the United States. As a chapter we hope to increase interest in and raise awareness of healthcare issues affecting South Asian communities locally and globally and to share the rich South Asian Culture with our peers at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix. We also aim to provide support and guidance to medical students of South Asian descent as they enter University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix. SAMSA strives to establish relationships with physicians to gain valuable mentorship, collaborate with the other student groups to hold various community-building events, organize various social and academic events throughout such that students can learn about South Asian culture and health concerns. All students who are interested in learning about South Asian culture through a medical lens are welcome to join. 

At SAMSA UACOMP we hope to host events such as educational lunch talks and community social gatherings. We aim to create a space for South Asian medical students to engage in collaboration and communication as well as provide opportunities for professional networking and growth. We also plan to hold events educating medical students on health-related issues facing the South Asian community and things to keep in mind when engaging with South Asian patients. Lastly, we want to have fun and provide a space to try new food and celebrate holidays together.