Pay My Dues
An Evening of Mentorship and Career Development
The Armenian American Medical Society (AAMS) held a mentorship event at Eden on Brand on December 19, 2021. More than 30 students and medical residents enrolled in various healthcare education programs (i.e., medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, and other allied health) interacted with a broad spectrum of licensed healthcare professionals.
These professionals provide valuable guidance and advice throughout their training and as they begin their careers. Some of the topics touched upon included applying to health professional programs, interviewing tips, and other tools to plan for a successful career.
The program was organized by Astkhik Zakian, PharmD, AAMS board member; and Raffi Tachdjian, MD, MPH, FAAAAI, chair, AAMS Mentorship Committee, and AAMS past-president.
Healthcare professionals who were on the panel included:
- Ara Airapetian, MD
- Tamar Nazerian Chorbadjian DO, MPH
- Sharon Yegiaian, MD
- Hari Avedissian, DO
- Sona Pilossyan, PharmD
- Narine Danielian, DDS
- Zarmine Naccashian PhD, GNP, RN, CDE
Other distinguished healthcare professionals in attendance, included:
- Kevin Galstyan, MD, FACOG
- Armond Kotikian DDS, MD, FACS
- Kristine Oganian, RN
- Ani Manukyan Azarian, PharmD
AAMS is committed to promoting excellence in healthcare and cultivating professional development through service and education. By holding regular mentorship events like these, we can improve the experiences of our future health care professionals.
