AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: Global Medicine: Rehabilitating Hope Through Volunteerism and Relief Efforts-AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: Global Medicine: Rehabilitating Hope Through Volunteerism and Relief Efforts

AAPM&R National Grand Rounds: Global Medicine: Rehabilitating Hope Through Volunteerism and Relief Efforts

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In summary, the speakers shared their experiences and insights on participating in global health initiatives. They discussed the importance of partnering with local institutions and healthcare providers to ensure sustainability. They also highlighted the role of education and training in empowering local healthcare professionals. Financing these initiatives can be challenging, but creative solutions, such as securing funding from donors or organizations, can make these efforts possible. Opportunities for medical students, residents, and fellows to get involved in these missions were also discussed. Finally, the speakers emphasized the need for effective collaboration to address the unique challenges of providing rehabilitation and care in low-resource settings and encouraged individuals to pursue their interests in global health.

Keywords

global health initiatives

partnering with local institutions

healthcare providers

education and training

empowering healthcare professionals

financing initiatives

securing funding

medical students

residents

fellows