Creating a path in global surgery
When Dr. Rachel Davis started her general surgery residency at Baylor College of Medicine, she knew she wanted work in
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Global Health
World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day: Fighting conditions of poverty
Today, the World Health Organization designates 20 parasitic and related infections as neglected tropical diseases. They represent the world’s most
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Learning to tackle global health challenges
This summer, I’ve had the wonderful experience of working with Baylor Global Initiatives as their project intern. Most of my
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Open hearts, healthcare challenges and hope in Cuba
I recently spent a week visiting the Frank País Orthopaedic Hospital in Havana, Cuba. The visit allowed a glimpse into
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Hacking solutions for global health challenges
From a diabetes management app to oxygen in a backpack, hackers from diverse backgrounds joined together at the 2017 Global
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Rethinking global health practices in light of South Sudan catastrophe
Fifteen children died in the village of Nachodokopele in South Sudan. They died in pain, while struggling for air. Each
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Throwback Thursday: Acting globally
The opportunity for medical students to experience part of their education abroad is a unique and rewarding challenge. These photos
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Ready to hack? Help impact global health, one innovation at a time
A few months ago, while walking down the street in New York City, I ran into my childhood friend who
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Providing quality healthcare in extreme environments
How do we deliver healthcare as our population pushes the boundaries of exploration and adventure? At this year’s South by
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Vote for a new ‘Pear-spective’ on global health
What happens when five Baylor College of Medicine students from Texas, Peru and South Korea decide to collaborate on a
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