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The World as a Workplace: Introducing the World Spine Care Clinic
The World Spine Care experience has made me more grateful for what I have and has made me humbler about innate privileges and possibilities.
The World as a Workplace
Meet Evelina: current Volunteer Associate in Moca, Dominican Republic. Evelina’s plans for a short-term stay in the Dominican Republic have been derailed due to COVID-19, but she’s taking these challenges in stride.
On the Ground in Botswana with COVID-19
One of our World Spine Care Clinical Supervisors in Botswana is Mufudzi Chihambakwe. Dr. Chihambakwe is also a member of the Botswana Government Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) staff member, and also therefore on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Career Building: The Volunteer Experience Transforms Lives
Dr. Alan Bertolero was the Clinical Supervisor at World Spine Care’s Moca Clinic in the Dominican Republic in 2019. He found that the experience transformed his career, providing invaluable patient experience and learning opportunities. Read on to learn more.
Introducing: World Spine Care Clinical Supervisor, Dr. James Leonard
World Spine Care has served thousands of patients at our six clinics thanks to the help of our dedicated volunteers. With Dr. Cupif returning home, World Spine Care is pleased to introduce our newest Clinical Supervisor, Dr. James Leonard.
A Fond Farewell to Dr. Pierre Cupif
At the end of this month, the team at World Spine Care (WSC) will say a fond farewell to Dr. Pierre Cupif, our Clinical Supervisor who has been responsible for running the WSC Clinic in Moca, Dominican Republic.
Meet Clinical Coordinator for the Dominican Republic – Dr. Patricia Tavares - Part 2
Thanks to a great deal of work and many people involved, the WSC Clinic in Moca, DR has been operating since 2014. Dr. Patricia Tavares has been an integral part of the project since the beginning. World Spine Care Executive Director, Stefanie Ince, sat down with Pat to hear more about the lessons learned along the way.
Meet Clinical Coordinator for the Dominican Republic – Dr. Patricia Tavares
Thanks to a great deal of work and many people involved, the WSC Clinic in Moca, DR has been operating since 2014. Dr. Patricia Tavares has been an integral part of the project since the beginning. World Spine Care Executive Director, Stefanie Ince, sat down with Pat to hear more about the lessons learned along the way.
Botswana Clinical Coordinator on the Primary Spine Provider Network Masterclass
Dr. Stephen Laski, the current Clinical Coordinator for World Spine Care in Botswana, was recently invited to provide an online masterclass for the Primary Spine Provider Network.
The First 90 Days: Meet Botswana Clinical Coordinator Stephen Laski
In July 2019, after two years in Botswana, previous Clinical Coordinator Stefan Eberspaecher stepped down to pursue his next adventure. This provided World Spine Care with the opportunity to recruit Dr. Stephen Laski to the role. Read on for Steve’s thoughts on his first 90 days in Botswana.
A Volunteer Story – Meet Mufudzi
I first became involved with World Spine Care as a student in 2013. Finally, this year, after a great deal of patience and perseverance, I was able to join the team in Botswana. Volunteering has been such a rewarding and unbelievable experience. Here are just a few of the things I have learned in my time here so far.
Reflecting On My Time as a Clinical Volunteer for World Spine Care
Volunteer Associate, Dr. Shannon Bloch, shares her thoughts on experiencing the culture and community of Botswana.
Adaptability for Patient Care - Dr. Nadine Harrison's talk at the ECU Convention Budapest 2018
Dr. Nadine Harrison shares why adaptability is a critical skill to be able to provide spine care and be an integral part of an interprofessional healthcare team as Clinic Supervisor in Botswana.
A day in the life of our volunteers in Botswana
World Spine Care clinical volunteers share what happens on a usual day in Botswana.