Penn Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine (PAYAM) is a unique medical practice that focuses solely on the needs of young people ages 12 to 29. This specialized practice provides consultative and primary care in a comprehensive manner with a full understanding of the physical and psychological changes associated with transition to adulthood. PAYAM has represented the Philadelphia region in International Adolescent Health Week activities.

The PAYAM TAC is comprised of Philadelphia metropolitan area students ages 13 to 18 years, interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering or math), health, education or communications.

Teen Advisors attend monthly meetings and work on PAYAM projects in between meetings.

Teen advisors work on….

> Creating and planning a fun, teen-focused event for International Adolescent Health Week
> Creating a teen health PSA video
> Providing input about what is important for Adolescent Health medical practices to do to make patients comfortable.