TURNER – Tony Letourneau of Turner took part in the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine in Phoenix from July 6 to July 15. During the career development program, Letourneau joined more than 350 other high school students from around the country who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential and an interest in medicine.

Throughout the 10 days, the forum introduced Letourneau to a variety of concepts in public health, medical ethics, research and general practice, including site visits to medical facilities and clinics. Students engaged in a simulation using problem-based learning, an educational method in which students were presented a fictional patient’s case history and diagnosed and developed a treatment plan for the patient.

“The National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine offers students like Tony Letourneau a chance to complement their classroom experience,” said Donna Snyder, forum executive director. “This will enhance the current knowledge of these students, providing a glimpse at where they might find themselves within the medical universe.”

In addition to visits to cutting-edge medical schools and clinical facilities, Letourneau had the opportunity to hear from and interact with leaders within the medical field. Students had up-close personal contact with physicians, surgeons, researchers, scientists and medical educators as they went behind the scenes to see the professionals at work.

NYLF is a nonprofit educational organization that brings various professions to life, empowering outstanding young people with the confidence to make well-informed career choices. For additional information, visit www.nylf.org.