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Anatomy Camp: A Medical Student-Run Outreach Program
Ethan P Winter1, Josika Sammarco1, Vivian Hua1
1Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH USA.
Medical Science Educator
|April 30, 2024
Summary
Anatomy Camp offers underserved youth exposure to medical and STEM fields through interactive learning. This program inspires middle and high school students to consider future careers in medicine and science.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health Outreach
Background:
- Underserved youth often lack exposure to STEM and medical careers.
- Community engagement programs are vital for broadening access to higher education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the structure and impact of Anatomy Camp, a medical student-led outreach initiative.
- To inspire middle and high school students from underserved communities to pursue STEM and medical professions.
Main Methods:
- Medical students organized and led an afternoon program for local underserved youth.
- Activities included informal anatomy and wellness learning and interaction with medical professionals.
Main Results:
- The program provided a unique educational experience for participating students.
- It fostered interest in medicine and STEM fields among youth.
Conclusions:
- Anatomy Camp successfully engages underserved youth in medical and STEM education.
- Such programs are effective in inspiring future healthcare professionals and scientists.
