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Global Health Volunteer Program Nears Capacity for Winter Break 2010/2011
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The progress at FIMRC sites across the globe is fueled by Global Health Volunteers, and this winter will bring FIMRC even closer to the goal of providing underserved communities with access to healthcare. December and January are popular months for our volunteers, who generously give their winter breaks to make a difference in the lives of others. For years, our sites have consistently been filled with passionate and committed volunteers, and this year is no exception! Our sites in Costa Rica, Peru, and Nicaragua are already at capacity for several weeks in December and January, with interest in our sites in El Salvador, Uganda, and India growing each day. Our site staff is thrilled to be working with students and medical professionals from areas as diverse as California, Georgia, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, and South Carolina. Thanks to all future Global Health Volunteers for your time and dedication!
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Finish for Kids Supporters Show Up Strong at 35th Marine Corps Marathon
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40 Finish for Kids supporters lined up at the start line located a stone's throw from the Iwo Jima Memorial for the 35th Marine Corps Marathon on October 31, 2010. Recreational and elite runners alike made up one of Finish for Kids' most successful groups in recent years, fund raising over $15,000. Finish for Kids would like to thank all runners, donors, and staff members that contributed to this year's event.
Coined as "The People's Marathon" for being the world's largest marathon without cash prizes, the Marine Corps Marathon is one of the country's most popular races. Finish for Kids is a partnership between FIMRC and The Carefree Foundation, a tradition that will continue as a charity partner for the 2011 Marine Corps Marathon. All interested runners can contact marathon@fimrc.org for further information.
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FIMRC Attracts Crowd at Drexel Event
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FIMRC Director of Volunteer Programs and Global Operations Anna DiColli represented FIMRC at Drexel University's Global Health Opportunities Day, held on October 22 at the Drexel School of Public Health. The event consisted of a panel discussion attended by Explorers Sans Frontieres, USAID, CARE, Engineers Without Borders, and Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, as well as a tables fair spotlighting organizations in the field of global health. Anna had a wonderful time getting to know all the inspiring visitors to FIMRC's table, and shares a big thank you to the many supporters who lined up to discuss project sites. FIMRC loves catching up with past volunteers and speaking with such passionate people!
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FIMRC Outreach Event at Harvard University
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FIMRC CEO Meredith Mick will be speaking at Harvard Medical School on Thursday, November 18, at 12:30 pm. The event has been organized by the Pediatrics Interest Group and will focus on a number of issues commonplace at FIMRC clinic sites. The presentation will combine the most prevalent pediatric issues seen in patients, the social context that contributes to the problems, in addition to barriers that health care providers face. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about opportunities in global health and international medicine.
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FIMRC to Present at International Careers Panel at University of Pennsylvania
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FIMRC CEO Meredith Mick will be participating on a panel at the University of Pennsylvania on Monday, November 22, at 5:30 pm. The panel is being held by the International Relations Undergraduate Student Association (IRUSA), a student group that organizes events and activities to promote the study of international relations. Meredith will give a brief presentation on international careers, how to adequately prepare for working overseas, and identifying career opportunities abroad.
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FIMRC Partner Arlington Academy of Hope Hosts Annual SanGala
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| Arlington Academy of Hope partnered with FIMRC in 2007 at Uganda's project site in Bumwalukani to ensure that all Arlington Academy of Hope's students' academic potential was not hindered by poor baseline health. The strides this partnership has achieved in its three plus years is due in large part to Arlington Academy of Hope's donor base. FIMRC staff members attended this year's SanGala on October 26, at the Key Bridge Marriott Hotel. Congratulations to the evening's hosts for putting on such a memorable event. To read more on Arlington Academy of Hope please click here. |
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New York Young Professionals Network Kick-Off
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The four founding members of New York's Young Professional Network (YPN), a non-academic FIMRC chapter, extend the invitation to their event being held at Common Ground on Monday, November 22, from 6:00-9:00 pm. Kim, Minna, Rani & Tianna supported FIMRC as Global Health Volunteers in Peru earlier this year. They will be sharing their mission and vision of the New York YPN and recruiting volunteers. FIMRC Founder and President Dr. Vikram Bakhru will be present for an informal chat. Happy hour specials include a $2 bar and food discounts. Please RSVP for this event to newyorkypn@fimrc.org.
If you are a recent graduate or working professional and would like to join the New York YPN, email the executive board at newyorkypn@fimrc.org.
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FIMRC Team Member Highlight: Tania Lopez, M.D.
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Tania Lopez is the physician in charge of the clinic for Project Las Delicias in El Salvador. Tania is spearheading the implementation of an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system devised in conjunction with FIMRC 2010 Summer Fellow Steve Purcell. A few noteworthy benefits to such a system include fast tracked patient intake, one-touch reference for patients' medical history, and quick referral to neighboring medical facilities. Tania's assessment of the EMR system will guide FIMRC's long-term goal of moving to an EMR system for all project sites. FIMRC would like to thank Tania for her investment in FIMRC's sustainability and imprint with global health initiatives.
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