Carolinas Rural and Community Outreach
VCOM-Carolinas Mobile Medical Outreach
VCOM Physicians, Faculty, Staff and Students in partnership with the local free medical clinics and AccessHealth, has established a mobile free medical clinic focused on screening and preventive medicine for all, as well as primary care for the uninsured. Our clinic is based out of our state-of-the art mobile unit which we park in multiple communities in the upstate.
Carolinas Campus Summer Enrichment Experience
The Carolinas SEE Camp incorporates a wide variety of learning activities to keep students engaged while being introduced to science and medicine. In doing so, we hope to encourage students to pursue careers in science and medicine and to gain an appreciation of behaviors that are fundamental to healthy lifestyles.
Mini-Med Schools
As part of their Appalachian Outreach and IECE training, VCOM students assist faculty in hosting “Mini-Medical Schools” promoting healthy behaviors and providing a glimpse at what it’s like to be a medical student for rural high school students. VCOM students supervised by faculty host mini med school to promote healthy behaviors in youth, to prevent at-risk behaviors, and to provide a glimpse of what it is like to be a medical student for high school students.
STEM Opportunities for Youth
VCOM students and faculty provide STEM programs to local schools where VCOM students share their experience with students from rural and disadvantaged backgrounds. And sharing these experiences promotes interest in healthcare careers.
Through Appalachian Outreach, VCOM students gain experience in public and environmental health, as well as providing care for patients who live in poor socioeconomic conditions. Medical outreach experiences are a key component in educating students to provide healthcare in challenging environments.
