

A hybrid professional development experience for disability resource professionals seeking expertise in medical education.

DRP DAYS
September 6th 2023
October 19th 2023 * BONUS DAY click to register.
December 7th 2023
March 6th 2023
4-5 pm EST
DRP DAYS are an opportunity for DRP's in Medical Education to meet and discuss challenges and solutions to their work.
Led by facilitators from the DRP Academy, this quarterly one-hour meeting promises to be an exciting opportunity for DRP's working in MedEd to connect and support one another and create community.
We look forward to meeting you!
Lisa Meeks
Executive Director, DWDI
Building Capacity
Supporting Diversity.
Academy participants will engage with a diverse group of Disability Resource Professionals (DRPs) through a hybrid learning experience that includes one year of mentorship, led by experienced instructors.
The Academy curriculum builds knowledge in critical areas such as legal issues, clinical accommodations, supporting requests for accommodations on licensure examinations, and assistive technology.

Key Highlights
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Access to medical and health science school DRPs from across the country
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Protected time for Academy work
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Mentorship by Academy instructors
"Receiving this knowledge and establishing connections during the DRP academy was such a lifechanging, genuine experience."
Jacque Knedler, MS
DRP Class of 2023

Eligibility Criteria
Each year the academy selects applicants who are DRPs that work with medical students. The Academy strives to invite participants representing diversity in institution type, degree program, disability resource experience and personal characteristics.
2-5 years of general DRP experience
1 Year experience working as a DRP with medicine or health science programs
Endorsement from manager/institutional leadership
Participate in all remote pre-meetings
Commitment to participate in all online meetings and attend onsite Academy in Los Angeles, CA
DRP Academy Leadership
The DRP Academy leadership and instructor team is comprised of professionals with diverse experiences and skills. DRP Academy leaders and instructors have significant experience as DRPs serving students with disabilities in health science education programs, have served in leadership positions in national organizations, conducted research, and developed resources and publications promoting disability inclusion and accessibility in health science education.
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Jamie Axlerod
Executive Committee & Instructor
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Grace Clifford
Co-Chair, Curriculum Developer, & Instructor

Jennie Biggers
Assistant DRP Instructor

Sarah Triano
Instructor

Lisa Meeks
Executive Committee & Instructor

Matthew Sullivan
Co-Chair, Curriculum Developer, & Instructor
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Jennifer Gossett
Instructor

Jan Serrantino
Executive Committee & Instructor

Emily Magee
Instructor

Rosezetta Henderson
Assistant DRP Instructor