Through a Different Lens: Intern Journal by Aidan Wells
I’m a biology major. My classes involve a lot of walking through the woods, measuring the circumference of trees, and counting bugs. So, you’d be correct to assume that my…
Staff and Interns
Becoming Global Citizens: Intern Journal by Brandy Collum
As we explore our roles as global citizens, we face probing questions that challenge us. One such question lingered in my mind all summer: Why help abroad instead of…
The Privilege of Fearing Heights: Intern Journal by Noor Chadha
Embarking on this internship for bringing development help, I’ve delved into reflections on privilege in profound ways previously unexplored. Accompanying Janet, a dedicated MEDLIFE nurse, to a follow-up appointment with…
Meet The Staff: Carmen Narvaez
Carmen Narvaez is a nurse technician and a vital part of the MEDLIFE support team. The nurses on the MEDLIFE team work directly in the communities to ensure patient follow-up…
MEDLIFE Doctor Spotlight: Carolina Wong
Thirty-six-year-old Dr. Carolina Wong has been working with MEDLIFE as a dentist in Lima for almost two years. She was first motivated to pursue medicine because of her desire to…