Dr. Rubin's Mini Medical School

Our Mission

Dr. Rubin's Mini Medical School was created in 2005 to help high school students learn if they wanted to pursue a career in healthcare. Over the last several years, Dr Rubin expanded his reach to college students, middle school students and plans to eventally provide exposure to elementary school students to all of the fields of healthcare. By providing education, hands on experiences and counseling, he hopes to help you decide if a future in healtcare is the right career choice for you.

Our Programs

as of August 2022

Mini Medical School
for High School Students

(10th, 11th and 12th graders)

A 22 hour competitive program for junior, senior and advanced sophomore students. This program is designed for students who are serious about pursuing a career in medicine. Due to the pandemic, we have offered a blended version of the program is being offered that consist of 14 hours of online lectures and 6 1.5 hour in person sessions where students meet in small groups of 4 and with the help of a trained TA, they perform over 20 specific experiences. We will meet starting in January and end in March.

The Class of 2023 applications are now live. There are 5 steps for applicants to complete.
1- complete our online google form which includes an essay.
2- submit a parent consent form
3- complete a school counselor form
4-obtain a science or math teacher recommendation
5- If selected as a finalist, interview with Dr. Rubin, either in person or teleconference.

To apply use these buttons:

Online Application Print Forms

Mini Medical School Experience
for MIddle School Students

(current 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th graders)

This program introduces healthcare to Middle School Students. It is similar to our Mini Medical School Summer Experience but designed at the level of middle school students. We concentrate on the fields of Medicine and Surgery and offer students 14 hands on experiences. Like our other programs, we are offering a blended program this year due to the pandemic. Students can register online and are accepted on a first come first served basis. Space is limited to 20 students but we will allow more if the COVID infection rate is low and students are vaccinated and masked. This summer we are continuing our hybrid format. A week prior to the program, each student will receive 6 links with approximately 30 minute lectures each to be viewed on your home computer. Then students will meet at the Edward - Plainfield Outpatient facility for 4 hours of in person hands on experiences.

Our last program was Sunday July 10th. If the pandemic conditions permit, we anticipate running our next program either next fall or summer.

Interested in this program?

Mini Medical School
Summer Experience

(9th grade high school through college)

This is a one day 8 hour program for any student interested in healthcare. This program allows students to "experience" the fields of medicine and surgery. The program is appropriate for any student in grades 9 though college junior. Due to the current pandemic, the program has been modified into a blended program consisting of 4 hours of asynchronous online lecture , viewed at the student's own pace. Students will then read our comprehensive handout explaining each experience. This will be followed by in person experiences in small groups of 4-5 students who will rotate through 18 experiences, each with 2-3 Teaching Assistants. The groups will rotate 18 times. Students will receive a certificate of completion upon exiting the building.

Our last experience program was held on June 26, 2022. We anticipate holding our next program in June 2023. We will notify you when the application for that program is posted by clicking on the button below and signing up to be notified.

complete our interest form

Mini Podiatric Medicine and Surgery

(any student in high school or college)

The field of Podiatry is not well known among pre-health professional students. To raise awareness of the field and to encourage students to consider a career in podiatry, Dr. Rubin created a Mini Podiatric Medical School at Barry University’s School of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Rubin’s son Jason graduated from this school in May 2012. This program is 4 hours long and provides an overview of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery including 10 hands on experiences ranging from taking vital signs to castng fractured ankles.

Counseling Services

(Any student in high school or college)

Dr. Rubin beleives every student can obtain a successful career in healthcare but many students need guidance, counselling and help finding their path. Dr Rubin has provided numerous services, like mock interviewing, essay feedback and school selection advice, to help students on their journey make the right choices to ensure success. Dr. Rubin is avilible on a limited basis to help you indivivually and/or offer talks to your premed college group. For help, email him at DrRubin@MiniMedicalSchool.com

Mini Medical School
for College Pre Meds

(College freshman through senior)

This program provides college premeds an overview of medical school. The program is 2- 4 hours long and is tailored to the needs of the sponsoring group. In addition,

Dr. Rubin also offers lectures on a numerous subjects for premeds ranging from interview skills including the CAsper and the med school application process..

Mini Medical School for
MIddle School Students

(Any Middle School Student in 6, 7 or 8th Grades)

This program introduces healthcare to Middle School Students. It is similar to our Mini Medical School Summer Experience but we lecture a lot more about the fields of Medicine and offer the program over 5 sessions 2 hours per session. Due to the pandemic, this program is on hold but it will return once we feel it is safe to offer.

We hope to return offering this program in the fall of 2022. Please check back then. Alternatively, click the "interested" link below, complete the form and we will email you when the application is posted.
If interested click here

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

My experience with mini med was amazing and I really enjoyed all of it. It was such a unique opportunity to experience what I want to do for the rest of my life.

(HS Class of 2016)

Aashi P.

Thank you for speaking with me over the phone yesterday to help me prepare for my MD/PhD interviews. Your advice and the practice interview questions helped me a lot in my preparation. Thank you again for all of your help! I deeply appreciate your support over the last 10 years.

( MS1 at U Chicago MSTP Program).

Neil S. August 2019

Words cannot express how greatly I appreciate the support, kindness, and love that both you as well as Mrs. Rubin have graciously extended to me over the years. I would be honored if I could express my appreciation to both of you in person.

(MS1 At Harvard Med School)

Jaya P July 2019.

(COMMENT on Hybrid Program)

Thank you for the email and all your hard work for us in the program this year. Mini Medical School has really opened my eyes up to the various and versatile fields in medicine.

I just finished my last Mini med video (12th) and all my questions about the college-medical school process have been answered throughly.

Srikar V Feb 2021

(COMMENT on Hybrid Program)

My daughter found the Mini Med program and the real life experience you offered very helpful. She had a keen interest in pursuing Medicine as her field of study in college and attending this program has reinforced this interest.

Thank you once again for taking the time to provide students an in-depth look into the Medical profession.

Best Regards,

(Mother of Student)

Rinku (Mom) Feb 2022

(COMMENT on Hybrid Program)

I wanted to thank you for providing me the opportunity to be involved in Mini-Med for the last couple of years. I had a great experience and I really appreciate all of the work that you put in to provide the best experience for the students.

Wishing you the best for the future!

Joseph T Feb 2022

Yash - a current M.D.-Ph.D student at Drexel University.

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