Research Article

Remote Supervision in Short-Term Global Health Experiences

Table 1

Predeparture manual outline.

Section Title

1Introduction to the organization – mission statement, core values, history

2Projects – Medical Service Initiatives, Collaborative Web-Based Platform, Girl Rising: Adolescent Hygiene and Menstruation Education, Embedded Learning Experience, Active Research Projects

3Target Community and Partners – basics about the Domincan Republic, La Romana, The Bateyes, and Good Samaritan Hospital

4Medical Service Initiatives – Overview, Goals, How the Clinics Work (including Triage, Clinic and Pharmacy information), Setting up the Clinic, Daily Clinic Routine

5Introduction to the 53rd week team – Individual bios of all directors and managers

6Pre-trip preparation list – Airline tickets, passports, government registration and consulate information, visas, travel insurance, immunizations, prophylaxis, accomodations and meals, cell phones, packing list

7Contact Information