Podcast

In this session we will discuss the role of people with disabilities in missions as well as how to meet the needs of the global disabled community.

Speaker(s): Jenny Smith
Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/disability-and-missions-including-people-with-disabilities-in-the-church-and-global-missions

This session will review the most common medical considerations you should be aware of before traveling on a short-term medical mission trip. I will review common malaria prophylaxis medications, immunizations, treatment of traveler’s diarrhea as well as other tips and tricks to know. This session is ideal for those with minimal international travel experience.

Speaker(s): Charles Mosler
Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/vaccines-and-medications-for-short-term-medical-missions-trips

Medical education has a potentially powerful role in global health. This breakout will explore some ways that medical education can not only support patient care but also augment research capacity building to better care for critically ill patients in resource-limited countries.

Speaker(s): Burton Lee
Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/supporting-global-critical-care-in-resource-limited-countries-through-medical-education

This session will explore the importance of anticipating needs and listening to treat patients successfully. As clinicians, we quickly work towards solving the immediate problem, but the healing process is much more than clinical interventions. Our education and training focus on caring for people, but not always caring about people. How can we best support patients in improving healing from a physical, mental, and spiritual standpoint regardless of the clinical setting?

Speaker name(s): Steven Hester
Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/not-just-caring-for-people-but-caring-about-people

Your emotional health matters as you join God in His work among the nations. There are four proven biblical keys to receive your emotional healing and use to minister to others. Using these keys will help you to stay emotional healthy as you serve others.

Speaker name(s): Francis Bukachi
Session webpage: https://www.medicalmissions.com/events/gmhc-2024/sessions/emotional-healing-matters-4-proven-biblical-keys-you-can-use