Press Release
February 27, 2024

Youngstown, Ohio (February 27, 2024): QUICKmed Urgent Care has announced that they have created a scholarship program for aspiring healthcare professionals at Choffin Career and Technical Center. Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to exceptional students pursuing careers in practical nursing or surgical technology at Choffin Career and Technical Center enrolled in Adult Education Programs. Scholarship recipients will be selected by a representative of QUICKmed or designee based on academic merit, financial need, essay content, and commitment to serving diverse communities. 

“QUICKmed Urgent Care believes in fostering a future where healthcare is accessible and inclusive for all. We are excited to invest in the next generation of healthcare professionals who share our values and dedication to making a positive impact,” said CEO and Founder, Lena Esmail.

“Choffin Career and Technical Center Adult Education is pleased to announce that QUICKmed Urgent Care is providing needed scholarship funds to students registered in the areas of practical nursing and surgical technology. QUICKmed has continuously shown its support by building a community workforce in healthcare at Choffin Adult Education by providing clinical experiences for practical nursing students and having a representative serve on the practical nursing advisory board,” said Dr. Sherry Cross, Adult Education Director at Choffin.

The application is available by visiting QUICKmed’s website at www.quickmedclinic.com or by visiting the Choffin CTC Financial Aid Office. All applicants must return their application to the Financial Aid Office along with current grades, proof of enrollment, and documentation of financial need. A one-page essay must also be submitted on one of the following topics: the importance of healthcare access within rural and urban communities or the importance of healthcare professionals being of diverse backgrounds. 

About Choffin Career and Technical Center

Choffin Career & Technical Center offers Youngstown City School District scholars career and technical education opportunities combined with hands-on learning experience to prepare them for their futures. It is the mission of Choffin Career & Technical Center to develop individuals with technical, scholastic, employability and life skills enabling them to exercise career options in becoming responsible citizens, productive employees, and life-long learners in cooperation with business, industry and other community resources.