VCOM Auburn Yearbook 2020

VCOM International Clinics Overview I nternational outreach efforts distinguish VCOM as having one of the nation’s outstanding medical school global health programs while supporting the vision and mission of the College. Full-time medical

Clinical Enhancements • Cutting edge video conference technology for research, training, education and physician Continuing Medical Education (CME) • Exam room standardized equipment and supplies compatible with the U.S. • Electronic tablets for all physicians and VCOM

clinics in the Dominican Republic, El Salvador and Honduras provide sustainable care to populations in need while educating students to become globally-minded, community- focused physicians. Collaboration is key to VCOM’s international outreach initiatives. In addition to having approvals from the local ministries of health, VCOM has medical school partnerships in each country. The goal of these partnerships is to share knowledge in evidence-based medicine and new technology to advance medical education globally. New or completely remodeled VCOM- affiliated clinics in all three countries are indicative of the significant impact VCOM has on health care in Honduras, El Salvador and the Dominican Republic. These clinics set a new standard for each country, according to the ministers of health. Within the past year, enhancements across all clinics achieved new landmarks in patient care, research, education and training.

rotation students to help document electronic clinic records through the Clinical Rotation Evaluation

and Documentation Organizer (CREDO) • Research laboratory

facilities and equipment to support DNA sequence water test and infrastructure for medical research • Ultrasound for women’s health and pregnancy • Pap smear equipment and supplies • Full-time dental care to support oral health • Nutrition and health counseling focused on child and maternal health • Vaccinations available on site in El Salvador and Dominican and by referral in Honduras

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Full-time international clinics provide sustainable care to populations in need while educating students to become globally-minded, community- focused physicians.

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