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Medical Students

We participate in the National Residency Match Program and utilize the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

Leadership

Nicole Simone, MD
  • Vice Chair, Research & Diversity, Equality, & Inclusion
  • Margaret Q. Landenberger Professor

Program Contact

Sara Burke, MPH
Program Manager

233 S. 10th Street
Bluemle Life Sciences Building
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Carl M. Mansfield, MD Externship

The Carl M. Mansfield, MD Research Fellowship is designed to support medical students who bring diverse perspectives to research and healthcare. This program aims to encourage students from varied backgrounds to explore Radiation Oncology as a field of specialty.Dr. Mansfield started his career at Howard University and Medical School and became a beloved physician and educator. He was a trailblazer in the field of Radiation Oncology best known for his innovative treatments of breast cancer. Dr. Mansfield had a great desire to ensure that students were aware of what they could accomplish in the medical field and allowed students to work with him and others towards this goal.

Fostering a pipeline for radiation oncology that builds a physician workforce who have diverse perspectives is critical for improving patient care, fostering inclusive research, and advancing health equity. By providing meaningful exposure to the field of Radiation Oncology, this fellowship honors Dr. Mansfield’s legacy and supports students who will contribute to the future of academic medicine and patient-centered care.

Contact Information

Sara Burke
Program Coordinator
Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

2024 Carl M. Mansfield, MD Externs

  • Babacar Fall - Sidney Kimmel Medical College
  • Tolulope Ilori - Cooper Medical School of Rowan University
  • Guillermo Jimenez Jordan - Ponce Health Sciences University
  • Lauren Nkwonta - Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Liz Laura Leyva Vera - Sidney Kimmel Medical College

2024 Carl M. Mansfield, MD Externs

  • Babacar Fall - Sidney Kimmel Medical College
  • Tolulope Ilori - Cooper Medical School of Rowan University
  • Guillermo Jimenez Jordan - Ponce Health Sciences University
  • Lauren Nkwonta - Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Liz Laura Leyva Vera - Sidney Kimmel Medical College

2023 - Nicole Baker, Ashley Coleman & Cameo Hazlewood

2022 - Siani Harding

Eligibility

Open to first-year medical students.

Stipend

We are able to provide each extern with a stipend. We are not able to provide any assistance with travel, housing, meals, or other expenses.

Requirements

Students are required to conduct research on-site in the Department of Radiation Oncology in Center City Philadelphia for at least 6-8 weeks. We are unable to accommodate virtual research options, nor a term shorter than 6 weeks.

Students are expected to present their research at the annual Department of Radiation Oncology Research Symposium, which takes place in the fall, following the summer externship.

How to Apply

To apply for a Radiation Oncology Summer Externship, we require the following three items (compiled into a .pdf file) to be emailed to Sara Burke, Program Coordinator, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center.

  1. Complete the Summer 2025 Application (.DOC)
  2. Your CV
  3. A cover letter with a statement of interest as to why you are interested in radiation oncology research and how this program may help your medical career.
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