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Dear Friends,
As we enter the month of March, I am hoping that winter will soon be over and the days will start to warm. Spring in Washington, DC is always lovely, with the cherry trees in bloom and cafes spilling outdoors on to the sidewalk. This coming April, there is even more to anticipate, as HVO will be hosting its 30th Anniversary Symposium!
The symposium will bring together volunteers, project directors, representatives from project sites, partners, sponsors, and donors. The event will include presentations and panel discussions about HVO’s work, global health trends, best practices, challenges, and explorations of what lies ahead in HVO’s future. I am really looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones, as professionals from a variety of specialties meet to share their experiences and ideas. When so many people of different backgrounds gather together there is always a tremendous energy in the room. I hope you will join us in this celebration and commitment for the future.
The symposium will take place at George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health on Friday, April 28. Registration is $100 for HVO members; those-in-training receive a reduced rate. If you are not an HVO member, registration is $200, which includes a one-year membership. Be sure to register soon, as Washington is a popular springtime destination!
Sincerely,
Nancy
Nancy A. Kelly, MHS
Executive Director
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JOIN US IN WASHINGTON, DC!
On April 28, 2017, we will host the HVO 30th Anniversary Symposium at the Milken Institute School of Public Health, George Washington University in Washington, DC.
This full day event will bring together HVO leaders, partners, volunteers, and members. Learn more and register for the event by visiting our website
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Volunteer Opportunities: We Need You!
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Oral Health
Haiti
Dentists are needed to train dental students at the dental school in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Assignments are 1-2 weeks. For more information, contact Barbara Edwards.
Nicaragua
Dentists are needed to present at the Nicaragua National Dental Congress on July 7-8, 2017 in Managua. Requested topics are Rehabilitation and Esthetics. For more information, contact Barbara Edwards.
Orthopaedics
Bhutan
Volunteers are needed for May, June, and August 2017 to volunteer in Thimphu for one month assignments. For more information, please contact
Andrea Moody
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Uganda
Volunteers are needed to participate in teaching the residents in the Masters of Medicine of Orthopaedic Surgery Program at Mulago Hospital in Kampala and to offer concentrated training in spine surgery, hand, reconstructive surgery, pediatrics, arthroscopic surgery and musculoskeletal oncology. Volunteers for this project must be board eligible/certified in orthopaedics.Those with academic appointments or in private practice accepted. Volunteers should have at least one year of professional experience. For more information please contact Andrea Moody.
Learn more about HVO's projects by visiting the HVO website.
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Taking on Global Health Issues
by Dr. Alfred Scherzer
Dr. Scherzer's story illustrates a strong positive reaction to perceived failure, and how time, persistence, and luck combined to enable him to fulfill his childhood dream of becoming a physician. Dr. Scherzer is a long-time HVO member and volunteer. Available on Amazon.
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March 4: AAD 2017 Annual Meeting Volunteer Sessions
Orlando, FL
There will be two volunteer sessions hosted at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual meeting on Saturday, March 4th:
Volunteers Abroad: Beginners
Saturday, March 4, 9:00 - 11:00 am
Room W209C
Volunteers Abroad: Advanced
Saturday, March 4, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Room W305A
March 12-15: SGO Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer
National Harbor, MD
Look for HVO staff at the SGO Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer.
March 16-17: SSO Annual Cancer Symposium
Seattle, WA
If you're attending the Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Cancer Symposium, please stop-by booth 922 to meet with HVO staff and learn how you can volunteer to improve cancer care.
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March 16: AAOS Annual Meeting: Orthopaedics Overseas Volunteer Session - "How Can I Volunteer Overseas?"
Indigo 202B, Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA
Attend the OO Volunteer Session during the AAOS Annual Meeting from 1-3 pm to learn about HVO's mission and the overseas volunteer experience.
March 17: ORTHOPAEDICS OVERSEAS - SICOT GLOBAL VOLUNTEER LUNCHEON
Aqua 300A, Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, CA
Please join us from 12 noon - 2 pm for a joint luncheon with SICOT (Société Internationale de Chirurgie Orthopédique et de Traumatologie) and Orthopaedics Overseas (a division of HVO) to celebrate and discuss global orthopaedic care and volunteerism. Click here to order your ticket today; space is limited!
March 30 - April 1: ACP Internal Medicine Meeting
San Diego, CA
If you're attending the American College of Physicians Internal Medicine meeting, look for HVO staff at booth 1924 in the exhibit hall.
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April 8: AAWC Global Volunteers: Optimizing Patient Care with Limited Resources and Exploring Volunteer Opportunities
San Diego, CA
Are you attending the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care/WHS meeting? Attend session 52 "AAWC Global Volunteers" on Saturday, April 8 at 6 pm. Register online.
April 28: HVO 30th Anniversary Symposium
Milken Institute School of Public Health, George Washington University, Washington, DC
This full day event will bring together HVO leaders, partners, volunteers, and members. Learn more and register for the event by visiting our website.
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May 6-9: ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting
San Diego, CA
Will you attend the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists annual conference? Find HVO at booth 1039 - next to ACOG member services booth.
June 2-9: ASCO Annual Meeting
Chicago, IL
HVO staff will be at ASCO 2017! Find our booth 3041 in the exhibit hall to learn about ways you can get involved!
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For Volunteers: Fellowships & Funding
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Due April 1, 2017
The American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand (AFSH) will fund R3, R4, R5, fellows and surgeons within three years of completing their fellowship to volunteer at an HVO hand surgery project site for 2-4 weeks. Applications for the 2017 fellowship are due April 1, 2017. Learn more about the AFSH-HVO Young Surgeon Traveling Fellowship.
AAD Travel Grants Available
The AAD Education and Volunteers Overseas Committee (EVAC) offers a grant, administered by HVO, to offset travel costs for dermatologic-related volunteerism travel through HVO. Dermatologists (who must be members of both AAD and HVO) with confirmed HVO assignments, may apply for funding to defray some of their travel-related expenses. Click here to learn more. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
AAWC Grants Available
The Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC) is providing travel grants to offset costs for AAWC Members to travel to HVO Wound and Lymphedema project sites in 2017. Click here to learn more. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Orthopaedics Traveling Fellowship
The Orthopaedics Traveling Fellowship will fund senior orthopaedic residents to volunteer at an HVO orthopaedic project site for 2-4 weeks.
Click here
to learn more. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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For Overseas Partners: Scholarships
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Funding opportunities are available to local residents, faculty, and clinicians at HVO project sites who are seeking funding for a training opportunity like a regional conference or online short course.
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HVO is dedicated to improving the availability and quality of health care through the education, training and professional development of the health workforce in resource-scarce countries.
Your support makes it possible.
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