Impact Statements

“Your support doesn’t fund an abstract mission; it funds specific things: a scholar’s first project, a trip to the meeting where they meet the people who’ll shape their career, the runway to build something like TheAutopsyBook.com from scratch. I’m one direct example of what that money turns into. Thank you, there is no doubt in my mind that all that the Society of ’67 offers can be career defining, particularly for residents seeking opportunities in less conventional corners of academic pathology (such as education, in my case - but the same could be said for academic leadership, etc.).” Meagan Chambers, MD, MS, MScKinney Scholar 2022 · Now at Stanford University

“The Society of ’67 program gives residents the ability to get involved in academic pathology in ways that may otherwise not be available. The generosity of the donors supported my ability to be at the conference, to make relationships, and give me the confidence I needed to pursue a career in academic pathology. Without their support, I may not be where I am today. So I would give a big thank you to everyone who has ever supported the Society of ’67 program, and would encourage others to do the same.” Robert Christian, MD, MSKinney Scholar 2020 · Now at Oregon Health and Science University

“To the donors who have created this opportunity for me and others to explore what careers in academic pathology can look like, I thank you for your generosity and support. I don’t think I would have circled back around to this fulfilling career I have found in academic medicine without this exposure several years ago that really planted the seed that I could succeed in academia.” Nicole Jackson, MD, MPHKinney Scholar 2017 · Now at University of Washington

“Thank you for providing this resource to allow those interested in academic pathology to experience some of the behind-the-scenes activities that take place in this career path. Meeting and speaking with people embedded into academic pathology really made me want to be a part of that group.” Nathan McLamb, MDKinney Scholar 2018 · Now at Washington University in St. Louis

“I would thank donors for investing not only in individual trainees, but also in the future of academic pathology. Their support gives trainees access to mentors, professional networks, and experiences that can fundamentally change how they envision and experience their careers. The impact of this support continues long after the annual meeting. A trainee who feels recognized and encouraged may go on to become a faculty member, mentor other learners, build new programs, improve patient care, and expand the reach of our field. I am one example of how early investment can continue to multiply through education, mentorship, research, and service. I hope donors understand that their generosity can create both immediate opportunities and a legacy within pathology.” Kenechukwu Ojukwu, MD, MS, MPPKinney Scholar 2021 · Now at University of California, Los Angeles

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