VCOM 2024 Annual Report

Reaching Out for the Future of Healthcare Access A t VCOM, outreach is more than a commitment—it’s a disaster relief, these efforts reflect VCOM’s unwavering commitment to its neighbors and highlight the College’s ability to identify and Honduras, “It’s incredibly inspiring to witness the significant impact we achieved with our small team in such a brief period.”

reflection of our core mission to serve rural and underserved communities. In 2024, the VCOM family demonstrated remarkable compassion and dedication through a variety of domestic and international efforts. Throughout it all, they embodied our values of service, community, and global citizenship. Domestic Outreach: Meeting Local Needs Across all campuses, VCOM

address unique community needs while fostering a culture of service among students. International Outreach: Healing Beyond Borders VCOM’s international outreach extended the College’s mission across borders, bringing healthcare to underserved regions in Honduras and the Dominican Republic. These trips not only offered vital medical care but also inspired students to embrace a lifelong commitment to compassionate service. As VCOM-Virginia student Drew Hagen remarked during a trip to

The Heart of the VCOM Family

Whether providing relief after Hurricane Helene, mentoring future healthcare leaders through programs like the Summer Enrichment Experience (SEE), or offering care in underserved international communities, VCOM’s outreach efforts are driven by a shared sense of purpose. The dedication of students, faculty, and staff reflects the essence of the VCOM family: a community united by a commitment to serve.

students, faculty, and staff undertook a wide range of

initiatives aimed at improving the health and well-being of their local communities. From providing free health screenings to supporting

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