International Rehabilitation and Global Health: International Opportunities in PM&R: From Short Term Medical Missions to Sustainable Global Programs-International Rehabilitation and Global Health: International Opportunities in PM&R: From Short Term Medical Missions to Sustainable Global Programs

International Rehabilitation and Global Health: International Opportunities in PM&R: From Short Term Medical Missions to Sustainable Global Programs

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Dr. Andy Haig, the founding president of the International Rehabilitation Forum, discussed the importance of taking action and making a difference in global rehab. He outlined different approaches to getting involved, such as partnering with established teams, investing in local careers, and conducting research. Dr. Haig highlighted opportunities and challenges in various regions, including the need for support in rural areas and Native American reservations in the Americas, gaps in resources in Latin America, potential for building networks in the Caribbean, severe shortage of rehab doctors in Sub-Saharan Africa, diversity of rehab programs in Asia, presence of sophisticated programs in the Middle East and North Africa, mixed landscape in Europe, and the importance of collaboration in difficult or war-torn regions. Overall, partnership with local professionals was emphasized.<br /><br />The second summary shared a personal experience of joining a wheelchair project in China. The team's mission was to provide wheelchairs to children with disabilities, train families and healthcare providers, and partner with local experts. They witnessed the positive impact of the project on the children's lives and their ability to participate in daily activities.<br /><br />Lastly, the video included speakers discussing medical missions and global health. They emphasized sustainability, cultural competence, collaboration, thorough preparation, understanding of local healthcare systems, funding, and support. These discussions provided guidance for individuals interested in participating in medical missions and highlighted the importance of empathy, flexibility, and open-mindedness in patient-centered care.<br /><br />Credits were given to Dr. Andy Haig, the founding president of the International Rehabilitation Forum, and the speakers who shared their insights and experiences on medical missions and global health.

Keywords

Dr. Andy Haig

International Rehabilitation Forum

global rehab

partnering with established teams

investing in local careers

conducting research

rural areas

Latin America

Caribbean

Sub-Saharan Africa

Asia

Middle East and North Africa

collaboration

wheelchair project

China