News from World Spine Care
One Doctor's Success with World Spine Care’s ‘Work-a-Day’ Campaign
After an inspiring trip to Africa, Dr. Hans Teschl of Ontario, Canada, decided he wanted to do more to put his skills to work for those in need.
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.
THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO CHANGE LIVES: Support Global Spine Health on World Spine Day, October 16, 2019
Support global spine health by taking the Work-a-Day challenge on World Spine Day, October 16, 2019
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.
Our Impact on Spine Care Since 2011
Since its inception, World Spine Care has welcomed 21 Clinical Supervisors and 38 Volunteer Associates to our six clinics.
Call for Volunteers in Botswana and the Dominican Republic
WSC is currently recruiting two volunteers to work as Clinical Supervisors in the Dominican Republic and in Botswana. We would like to fill these roles as soon as possible.
Focus on WSC Research Committee
World Spine Care’s research committee is responsible for overseeing our research agenda, moving the research program forward. Read on for a one-on-one interview with Eric about the importance of research in meeting World Spine Care’s mission.
European Spine Ride 2019
In just one month, 13 amateur cyclists and two support drivers from Spain, Germany and England will be meeting up in Munich on Monday 8th July to commence the 560km (348 miles) ride to Vienna. All riders are self-funding their rides and are aiming to raise funds in support of World Spine Care Europe!
World Spine Care: Continuing to Provide Evidence-based Care In Under Served Communities
It is always the stark juxtapositions that you are undeniably faced with in India that leave a lasting impression on me. Extravagant malls; remote rural populations without access to regular electricity. Smart businessmen travelling by train; sari-clad women carrying baskets of rice overhead walking for miles. Luxury hotels; woven mats to sleep on the floor. A bustling business district; those who cannot afford a day off work to seek medical advice.
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