Medical Outreach
2019 Medical Outreach Program
GUATEMALA - June 2019
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. Information about the 2019 Jose's Hands ambassadors can be found at https://www.joseshands.org/post/2019-guatemala.
"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)
For more information on NSU Silverman College of Pharmacy International Medical Outreach programs, contact copintl@nova.edu.
2018 Medical Outreach Program
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - June 2018
NSU's 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 June 26 to July 2, 2018.
The program was open to NSU's Barry and Judy 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 College of Pharmacy
2017 Medical Outreach Programs
GUATEMALA - MAY 2017
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 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)
For more testimonials from our students visit 2017 Guatemala Ambassadors.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - JULY 2017
NSU's 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)