NAAMA NextGen NJ is an incubator chapter within NAAMA (National Arab American Medical Association), and is geared towards enhancing the careers of young undergrad and graduate innovators/students. As part of a national organization, NAAMA NextGen focuses on fulfilling the professional and social goals of Arab-American medical and dental students, and residents.

The Mission:

NAAMA NextGen NJ is committed to empowering Arab-American students with the resources and opportunities to play a key role in healthcare advocacy and community service. We are a collaborative and inclusive community focused on the future success of our youth.

The Vision:

NAAMA NextGen NJ will be known as an organization focused on professional development and philanthropy. Our members will use their resources and connections to go out and impact the community, both locally and abroad.

Our Values:

• Compassion
• Drive
• Honesty
• Inclusiveness
• Diversity

NAAMA NextGen NJ Goals:

• Academic Support
• Communtiy Service & Volunteering
• Emotional Support

About the Mentorship Program:

The Mentorship program is designed to assign NAAMA NextGen members with a mentor that will provide academic support, resources, advice, shadowing experience and opportunities that will help make members successful in any medical/health field that they wish to pursue.

Questions? How to join NAAMA NextGen NJ?

Contact the program coordinator by email at:

After which, you will be assigned to a track and a Mentor. The current tracks are: Medical Scholars – including a sub-specialty in Podiatry, Dental Scholars, Physician Assistant Scholars, and Nursing Scholars.