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The Nova Southeastern University Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy is dedicated to providing underserved communities with access to quality health care and pharmacy services including free health screenings and immunizations, medication counseling and education, community health education workshops, and more.
Our programs and services are provided by a team of experienced and dedicated pharmacists, pharmacy students, and other health care professionals. We are proud of the work that we do to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. We invite you to learn more about our programs and services, and to consider getting involved.
Members of our pharmily traveled to St. Mary, Jamaica in July to take part in a transformative and interdisciplinary medical mission. The mission was organized by NSU and Women of H.O.P.E., a non-profit organization that provides health care and education to women and children. Robert McGory, Pharm.D., associate dean professional program and Janiel Tulloch ’25 represented NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy, working alongside a host of volunteers and fellow Sharks from various health care fields including medicine, dental, nursing, optometry, and occupational therapy.
The warmth and compassion exhibited by the team left a lasting impression on the patients they served. Beyond the physical healing, the mission also fostered emotional and psychological healing, reminding the community that they were not forgotten and that they mattered. According to Tulloch, “It was quite interesting having to merge the knowledge of Jamaican and American pharmacy practice to serve the people of the communities we visited, a very valuable skill to have in life."
Learn More About the Impact of this Interdisciplinary Mission
In June 2019, NSU's Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, in collaboration with Jose's Hands and Emmaus Medical Mission, provided interprofessional medical/patient care to a large number of underserved people in the area of Sumpango Sacatepéquez, Guatemala, from June 19 through June 23, 2019.
The program was open to NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy students who received scholarships from Jose's Hands and from the College.
"With feelings of being connected because of this mission and its goal, we provided
exceptional pharmacy care to those in an under-served Central American community.
Our great teamwork was enhanced by the plethora of races and religions present, and
that alone is more than I could ever ask for." - Hong-Chun (Amelia) Yeh '20
Dominican Republic - June 2018
NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy, in collaboration with Jose's Hands and One to the Other Ministries, provided interprofessional medical/patient care to a large number of underserved people in the area of Santiago-Rodriguez, Dominican Republic and Haiti. This program took place from June 26 to July 2, 2018.
The program was open to NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy students. Chosen applicants received a scholarship from NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy and from Jose's Hands.
The Silverman College of Pharmacy, in partnership with Jose's Hands, provides interprofessional medical/patient care to underserved people throughout the world. Visit Jose's Hands for more information.
"Participation in global experiences, such as the Guatemala medical outreach mission, provides students opportunities to develop as pharmacists, professionals, and leaders. Our partnership with Jose's Hands has resulted in life-changing, hands-on patient care experiences for our students - experiences which will have a positive, lifelong impact on their practice. We sincerely appreciate the support we receive from our donors and Jose's Hands, ensuring the availability of these very worthwhile co-curricular activities for our students." - Lisa Deziel, Pharm.D., Ph.D., NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy
NSU Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, in collaboration with Jose's Hands and Emmaus Medical Mission, provided interprofessional medical/patient care to a large number of underserved people in the area of Sumpango Sacatepéquez, Guatemala, from May 3 through May 7, 2017 (5-day trip to provide medical help to a home for the orphaned, abandoned, and malnourished children of Guatemala).
This was the second year the College participated in this medical initiative. The program was offered to students who received financial assistance in the form of a scholarship from Jose's Hands and from the College.
"This was hands down one of the best experiences of my life, and is a great opportunity for students, especially pharmacy candidates since we are typically not included in other missions.” - Brandi Nichols '17
NSU Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, in collaboration with Jose's Hands and One to the Other Ministries, provided interprofessional medical/patient care to a large number of underserved people in the area of Santiago-Rodriguez, Dominican Republic and Haiti. This program took place from July 25 to July 31, 2017. This was the second year the College has partnered with Jose’s Hands. The students that participated received financial assistance in the form of a scholarship from the Silverman College of Pharmacy and from Jose’s Hands.
Student Lyan Porrata '19 described the experience as "a wonderful experience that I carry in my heart thanks to Nova Southeastern University, Jose's Hands, and One to The Other Ministries".
"Only God knows how this mission trip has changed my life, without a doubt I received way more of what I gave. In many cases, people who have less are the ones able to contribute more in our lives and to our growth as human beings". - Victor Alvarez '19
