Pre-Medical Committee

The Missouri State University Pre-Medical Committee is the primary link between undergraduate students and medical schools. The committee’s main task is interviewing potential medical school applicants. Based mainly on interview responses, grades, quality of coursework, campus involvement, MCAT scores, and social/service involvement, the Pre-Medical Committee writes a recommendation. The applicant will receive an “enthusiastically recommended,” “highly recommended,” or “recommended” evaluation if the committee feels that her or she will do well in medical school. However, if it is felt that the applicant will not do well in medical school, the committee may choose to “recommend with reservations” or “not recommend”.

Most students begin the Pre-Medical Committee interview process at the beginning of his or her senior year. This allows the Pre-Medical Committee time to make a fair and thorough assessment of the individual’s capabilities and passion to succeed in the medical field. The Pre-Medical Committee is recognized and respected by medical schools across the nation. Their evaluation of individual students often carries greater influence than other letters of recommendation. Please refer to the Pre-Medical Committee Interview Application to begin the interview process. You will also need to fill out a shadowing verification form to submit with your application (included in the Pre-Medical Committee Interview Application).

Pre-Medical Committee Members

Biology

  • Dr. John S. Heywood, Professor
  • Dr. Kathy Hughes, Instructor
  • Dr. Kyoungtae Kim, Associate Professor

Biomedical Sciences

  • Dr. Richard Garrad, Professor
  • Dr. Amanda C. Brodeur, Assistant Professor
  • Dr. Scott Zimmerman, Associate Professor
  • Dr. Jianjie Wang, Assistant Professor

Chemistry

  • Dr. Reza Sedaghat-Herati, Professor

Physics

  • Dr. Shyang Huang, Professor

Psychology and Gerontology

  • Dr. Bradley J. Fisher, Professor
  • Dr. Carly A. Yadon, Assistant Professor

Sociology and Anthropology

  • Dr. Lisa C. Hall, Assistant Professor

Taylor Health and Wellness

  • Dr. Mary A. Wardell, Physician Medical Staff

More information

Please visit the Missouri State University Pre-Medical Committee website for more information and important documents.