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Partnership with American Indian Communities Offers Valuable Experience
Working with American Indian communities in Minnesota, the Geisel’s alternative spring break program offers valuable primary care experiences.
Finding Inspiration in Rwanda
Steve Bensen, an associate professor of medicine, had long wanted to get involved in global health work. He recently got his chance when he spent two months helping to train physicians and residents at two hospitals in Rwanda.
One Month Is Not Such a Long Time
Over the past couple of weeks, Tara Kedia (’17) has been finishing up her work in Haiti, and she has also had the chance to see more of the country.
Going Home
As she prepares to leave Tanzania, Auriel August reflects on her experiences, from conducting a clinical study to exploring local cultures.
Exploring Tanzanian Health Care, Culture, and Wildlife
The past two weeks have been filled with new experiences for Auriel August (’17).
Understanding TB Diagnosis in Haiti
Last week, Tara Kedia (’17) arrived in Les Cayes, Haiti, where she will be working for the next month on two public health projects related to tuberculosis.
Using Technology to Improve Health-Care Access in Vietnam
This summer, second-year student Tiffany Hoang is helping to implement a text message-based program to promote maternal health in Vietnam.
Getting Started in Dar es Salaam
Auriel August (’17) thought her work this summer in Tanzania might get off to slow start. Instead, she is making good progress as she studies lung function among HIV-positive children.
City of Contradictions
Navigating the health-care system in Nigeria isn’t easy for an outsider, says medical student Peace Eneh. So she has found ways to team up with local partners as she spends the summer conducting research.