From student to dean: Vallejo steps into new role at Temple Campus
Dr. Jesus Vallejo started his Baylor College of Medicine journey as a medical student 30 years ago. He will now serve the Temple Campus in a new role.
Dr. Jesus Vallejo started his Baylor College of Medicine journey as a medical student 30 years ago. He will now serve the Temple Campus in a new role.
More than 400 students started their educational journeys in Baylor College of Medicine programs this summer in areas spanning medicine, health professions and biomedical sciences.
“Volunteering in the Temple community has helped me feel more connected to the people and the place I’m serving. Through these experiences, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the community’s strengths and its health challenges / needs.”
“Being an SLP co-chair has been one of my favorite aspects of medical school so far. Through this role, I work with my co-chair to establish volunteer sites in Temple that address a social determinant of health.”
“This program is unique because we collaborate with community members and provide them with lasting skills, much like how physicians get to educate and incorporate patients into the care plan. The program has helped me understand that listening to patients and meeting them where they are helps create plans that they can adhere to.”