Students Teaching About Medical Professions
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Reviews
From the Parents
This camp was amazing for my child. She learned many new things about the medical field and she enjoyed the various activities. Thank you for making this learning experience fun and enjoyable.
My child said she loved the camp and you guys taught and engaged her well.
Absolutely loved it, got introduced to what it takes to be a doctor. She would look forward to her next class and even made me let her join the class from the mall because she would not miss this class.
You kids outdid yourselves and were extremely professional. In my personal opinion, you guys were better than varsity instructors. Never a lag, professional timely emails, and simplified explanations on topics made this camp very successful.
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From the Students
I really liked this camp because I got to meet new people and learn new things about the medical field. I really enjoyed the different lessons and I enjoyed learning CPR. Thank you instructors for making this summer amazing!
I really loved the camp, there were so many activities and games but at the same time, I was learning.
I loved your sessions! My favorite part was the CPR demo and the DIY first aid kit.
About Us
Instructors
Fun fact! All of our instructors are rising seniors in the Academy of Health and Medical Sciences!
Naimisha Vidavalapati
Naimisha Vidavalapati has a profound interest in health and medicine and wishes to go onto a pre-med track after high school. She proposed a pre-med summer camp for children because she believes they are our future, and we need to expose kids to the ever-expanding and rewarding field of medicine at a young age. She has much experience working with kids via tutoring and volunteering for a special needs kids' dance program and hopes that through this camp, kids will develop the same passion for medicine that she has.
Michelle Wilfred
Michelle Wilfred has always been actively immersed and interested in the medical field. She remembers how important knowledge about the medical profession was when it came to deciding on a future career. Michelle wants to teach this summer camp to help expose students to medicine at a young age. She has experience with children through volunteering at the youth group in her church and babysitting.
Rayhanah Ahmed
Rayhanah Ahmed is interested in a career in medicine, preferably working as a Physician Assistant. Her experience as a swim instructor has granted her the opportunity to work with kids of all ages and backgrounds, helping them master various swim techniques and skills. She hopes to introduce the world of medical professions to a younger audience to help them gain a broader scope of what it means to help others.
Melissa Lam
Melissa Lam is interested in biology and forensic science. She has gained experience working with kids as a babysitter and a tutor for students in kindergarten to 6th grade at her local library. Melissa believes that there is a necessity for passionate nurses and doctors who want to serve those in need. She hopes that through this program, she will be able to meet many such people and engage them educationally in the field of medicine.
Vinitha Vivek
Vinitha Vivek is interested in genetics, cognitive science, and developmental psychology. She has experience with tutoring middle school students and has been volunteering at Brookdale Senior Center for four years. Many students today are not taught in school what different types of doctors do and she believes this knowledge is crucial for our youth. Vinitha has joined this team to engage with and teach students the rudimentary aspects of healthcare professions.
Our Mission
Our mission is to teach young students (ages 5-12) about medical professions and understand the different skills/basic knowledge needed to be in the medical field. We go through the basics of what it means to have a career in medicine, rather than the textbook curriculum.
The STAMP Curriculum
STAMP will be taking place in August 2020. We will hold two sessions every Tuesday and Friday, one for students who have completed kindergarten up to second grade (between the ages 5-8) at 11:00 am and one for students who have completed third grade up to sixth grade (between the ages 9-12) at 3:00 pm.
August 4
Lesson 1: Introduction
We have a brief icebreaker and a discussion of the skills and qualities of a “good” doctor. We also teach them the basic locations of organs in their body by showing the human body and going through all the major organs. We will then play "Simon Says" to review.
August 7
Lesson 2: Medical Terminology
We teach and discuss basic medical terminology, and perform a mock physical examination using the terms taught (by performing a skit). Students will follow along with their own stuff animals or dolls or action figures and we will play a virtual game.
August 11
Lesson 3: Guest Speaker Day!
We invite special guests to share their background and speak about their experiences in the medical field. Students can ask questions and have conversations with our guests. One professional and one undergraduate.
Morning Guests
Dr. Arnold B. Rabson is the Professor of Pediatrics, Pharmacology, and Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He completed his MD at Brown and pursued residency training at Harvard Medical School. He was appointed permanent director of the Child Health Institute of New Jersey in 2009.
Dr. Shihyau Huang specializes in vascular surgery and has over 12 years of experience in the field of medicine. She graduated from the University of Southern California School of Medicine with her medical degree in 2008, and is affiliated with numerous hospitals in New Jersey, including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. She has also completed a fellowship in vascular surgery at Albany Medical Center.
Afternoon Guests
Swetha Mummini is a 4th year medical student at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Wesleyan University with a double-major in Biology and Neuroscience. Prior to entering medical school, she worked abroad in Denmark and later as a medical scribe at a hospital ER. She is interested in pursuing a residency in Psychiatry.
Eshita Sharmin: Hey! My name is Eshita Sharmin, and I am a third-year medical student at AUC School of Medicine with my Masters in Public Health from Emory University. In the past, I've done a lot of applied work and research on global health topics through CDC, CARE Bangladesh, BIRDEM, General Hospital, and the Sint Maarten Ministry of Health. I recently started my own nonprofit organization, The South Asian Health Coalition, to unite healthcare professionals in a common effort to change the way the world thinks about healthcare. In my free time, I love dancing, shooting pool, and am a big foodie/live music junkie. I am excited to connect with you guys and hope that you'll join me on my journey to leading innovation in healthcare.
August 14
Lesson 4: Types of Medical Professions & What They Do
We discuss the different medical professions available (ex. Doctor, nurses, NP, PA, PT, etc.) and the different specialties a doctor can have.
August 18
Lesson 5: Where Doctors Work
We go through the various environments for medical professions (hospital, private firm, single/group practice, etc.).
August 21
Lesson 6: Guest Speaker Day!
We invite special guests to share their background and speak about their experiences in the medical field. Students can ask questions and have conversations with our guests. One professional and one undergraduate.
Morning Guests
Thandeka Maposa: My name is Thandeka Maposa and I'm currently a 2nd year medical student from South Africa. One day, I'd love to pursue a surgical specialty - I'm still deciding which one. I'm really passionate about sports, series, and politics, and I can't wait for the Students Teaching About Medical Professions (STAMP) Summer Camp!
Afternoon Guests
Ann Marie Masiello: Hello, everyone! My name is Ann Marie Masiello and I am a rising junior in Drexel University's BS/MD program as a Biology major. At Drexel, I'm also a Lieutenant on our school's EMT squad and treasurer of club field hockey. I'm sure that I want to become a doctor, and although I'm not sure what kind yet, I'm currently interested in neurology and oncology.
August 25
Lesson 7: How to Begin Your Journey into Medicine
We discuss the process undertaken to have a medical profession (ex. BS or BA/MD program, medical school, residency, fellowship, etc.) and the different degrees (MD, MPH). We also go through the various activities you can participate in as a student in grade school to prepare for a possible career in the medical field.
August 28
Lesson 8: Doctors as Detectives
Kids learn about parallels between detective work and how doctors diagnose patients. We also go through the Hippocratic Oath and why it is important. We will also hold a small ending ceremony to thank students for attending our camp!
September 1
Special Lesson: First Aid and CPR
We will be gathering the necessary supplies to build our own emergency medical kits. Afterwards, a demonstration on CPR will be given.
Get Connected!
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns!
Email us at: [email protected]