“We invite you to join National Health Corps San Francisco for our Member Question & Answer Session led by some of our program's current members to get a better idea of what their experiences are and what it's like serving as an AmeriCorps member in our Public Health Leadership Corps program!”
Read More“If you're interested in this field, it's crucial to engage directly with the population you will be serving to understand their needs.”
Read More“Many future healthcare providers gain invaluable experience through programs like NHC, AmeriCorps, and NHSC. These programs also provide financial support and professional development opportunities for those pursuing medical school or other healthcare careers. The sky is the limit when you apply yourself to programs like ours!”
Read More“Working within PSH has been both challenging and incredibly rewarding. The complexity of residents' needs and their resilience inspires me every day. By providing individualized care, I hope to contribute to a system that empowers people to reclaim their health, housing, and sense of agency.”
Read More“The system expects our patients to be engaged in care, yet it does not always take into account their overall goals or wishes. Palliative Care has further emphasized and taught me the importance of patient autonomy when it comes to their care.”
Read More“Food breaks the ice for clinic staff and patients… Food is a means of connection, and I am grateful to be reminded to slow down, talk, and enjoy food with the community I am serving.”
Read More“As NHC members, our main responsibility is to serve others, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect your well-being. In my service year so far, I have learned so much about public health, health programs, and public service, but the greatest lesson I’ve learned is how to take care of myself.”
Read More“The community has shown me that while data and programs are crucial, genuine human connection often makes the biggest impact. Being present and listening actively is imperative to offer individualized, empathetic care.”
Read More“Building trust isn’t always immediate, but when we lead with empathy and compassion, we create the foundation for meaningful relationships and better care.”
Read More“Growing up in San Francisco, I have always felt a deep connection to the city I call home. Serving people with whom I share this connection has thus far been extremely meaningful. I feel grateful to learn from so many different minds, hear a multitude of perspectives, and gain a broader understanding of the opioid crisis and our healthcare system…”
Read More“It feels meaningful to know that my outreach efforts not only help patients access this critical preventive health screening but also potentially secure additional funding for Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, a safety-net hospital that primarily serves uninsured and publicly insured populations in San Francisco.”
Read More“Self-care has been vital for maintaining my mental health, and exercise has become an important outlet for reducing stress.”
Read More“The most meaningful thing I have been involved with at Curry is relationship building and learning to work with clients. Curry presents a unique opportunity where I get to work with these clients consistently and build rapport over time.”
Read More“As a Value-Based Care Coordinator, I have had the opportunity to work on many different metrics including adult and pediatric flu vaccination rates, asthma medication ratios, zoster immunization rates, and various perinatal metrics.”
Read More“I balance my time between several primary and urgent care clinics… helping patients with opioid use disorder navigate the complexities of our healthcare systems and the barriers to accessing and receiving appropriate care.”
Read More“The path to food justice and food sovereignty in San Francisco is neither clear nor easy. It is a path that must be radically trailblazed, and that takes the work of entire governments, communities, and individuals.”
Read More“Serving in this position has exposed me to the aspects of healthcare that are outside of patient care, but are crucial to patient care’s long-term success.”
Read More“Being part of an integrated care system also means that new patients who arrive at our clinic, whether it is for MAT intake or as a curious passerby, are welcome and encouraged to utilize other services such as primary care, dental care, mental health resources, and case management, regardless of their ability to pay.”
Read More“In my position I have had the opportunity to serve in a few different capacities. I have spent a lot of time working directly with clients, helping connect them to community resources, enroll them in community programs, and accompany individuals to appointments.”
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