Application: 2025 OOA White Coat Leaders Retreat

2025 OOA White Coat Leaders Retreat Application

📅 November 15–16, 2025 | 📍 Newark, Ohio

Application Deadline: Friday, October 24th

The OOA White Coat Leaders Retreat invites osteopathic medical students and residents to expand their leadership presence and strengthen their voice within the profession. The program begins Saturday afternoon and concludes Sunday after lunch. Thanks to a generous donor, accommodations, meals, and beverages are provided. Space is limited to 60 participants, and there will be no virtual option.

OOA Board member physicians and other DOs will be attendees and look forward to welcoming the participants. Thank you for your interest. We are happy to invest in your future!

Potential Topics
The retreat will feature sessions on practical skills to support your leadership journey. Potential topics may include:

Advocacy – Standing up for patients and the profession
Communication – Speaking clearly, listening well, resolving conflicts
Emotional Intelligence – Being aware of your feelings and others
Ethics – Making good decisions in complex situations
Feedback – Accepting and giving
Financial Foundations for Future Physicians
Finding Opportunities – Getting involved in leadership roles early
Mentorship – Learning from and supporting others

Disclaimer: Information submitted through this application will be used solely for the purpose of participant selection and will not be shared outside the OOA selection committee.

Full Name*

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Current Medical School or Residency Program *

Year in Training*

Please share your current leadership role(s) within your school, residency program, or community (formal or informal).*

What leadership skills do you most want to strengthen at this stage of your training?*

What unique perspective, skill, or passion would you bring to the retreat cohort?*

Why are you interested in attending the White Coat Leaders Retreat?*

Logistics & Commitment The retreat requires full attendance from Saturday late afternoon through Sunday after lunch. Are you able to commit to the entire program?*

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Will you need an invitation letter for your school or program to ensure your attendance?

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