M2H: Stories of Transformation

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The Plurads operating in the MSU

Volunteer Reflection: The Plurad Family – Uganda II, 2024

September 3, 2024 General

David Plurad, MD and Hong Yoon Plurad, MD, both general surgeons and their son Parker participated in the Uganda II medical mission. Here is their reflection. Reflections on our first mission trip with Mission to Heal -  Hong Yoon Plurad…

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Volunteer Reflection: Adeline Domkam – Uganda II, 2024

September 3, 2024 General

Adeline Domkam, FNP, a nurse practitioner from California.  Attending a Mission to Heal medical mission in Uganda was a dream come true. This was made possible through the scholarship granted to me via NIFA. It was a humble and learning…

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Volunteer Reflection: Marissa Firlie – Kenya III, 2024

September 3, 2024 General

Marissa Firlie, a 4th year medical student from George Washington University. Mission to Heal: Gatab 4/17/24 - 4/27/24 In reflecting on my time volunteering with Mission to Heal in Gatab, Kenya has been a deeply enriching experience, both personally and…

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Volunteer Reflection: Willemijn Poen – Kenya III, 2024

September 3, 2024 General

Willemijn Poen a recent medical school grad from Holland on her second M2H medical mission. Volunteering with Mission to Heal in Kenya was a meaningful and eye-opening experience that allowed me to contribute to the community while learning valuable lessons…

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Volunteer Reflection: Abbie Winkelmann – Kenya III, 2024

September 3, 2024 General

Abbie Winkelmann a 4th year medical student at George Washington University. Mission to Heal: Kenya, April 12-27, 2024   Part 1: Trip Logistics Accommodations: Housing was determined by Mission to Heal as they have a longstanding relationship in the communities…

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Volunteer Reflection: Kristen Alcon for Uganda II, 2023

September 3, 2024 General

Kristen Alcorn, NP, is a nurse practitioner. Here is her reflection. My Name is Kristen Alcorn, and I am a nurse practitioner who attended NIFA for my surgical first assist training. During my training I attended a webinar by Dr.…

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