Chesnee Reflection

Over the course of this semester, I have learned a lot about who I am. I have discovered things that I did not know about myself. Choosing Spelman College as an institute to education myself at was only the first step that I took. Overcoming the challenges that it has brought is the second step that I am yet taking. I am slowly, but surely transforming into a Free Thinking Woman.

Dr. Charles Warren “C. W.” Williams had a passion and a desire to be of medical service to “those less fortunate” (Swayne, p. 742) in the Charlotte/Mecklenburg, NC community. He enlisted the help of other medical professionals to assist with the creation of a health facility that would serve “the unserved and underserved population of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.” (Swayne, p. 742) Unfortunately, Dr. Williams died shortly after the opening of the facility and it was eventually named in his honor.

This case study is based on the Metrolina Health Center, which was started by Dr. Charles Warren. Williams and several medical colleagues with a $25,000 grant typically from the Department of Health and Human Services. Dr. Williams is the first African American to have services on this category of staff; Charlotte’s Memorial Hospital, which is undoubtedly the Charlotte’s largest hospital. The main concern of Dr. Williams is the health care needs of poor people in the area. He had always focused on making the word a better place, especially for the people who feel less fortunate. The doctor also went ahead with enlisting the aid of a local dentist, Dr. John murphy among other professionals including the director of the Sickle

Similar to my home state of Louisiana, Tennessee has also struggled with a chronic shortage of rural primary care physicians. While this statistic does depict a true challenge for our two states, over the years Meharry Medical College has done an exceptional job in inspiring medical students to one-day practice in a rural setting and bring about better health care to underserved individuals, regardless of race or ethnicity. This aspect

Not only was I impressed with the institution’s academic achievements with respect to its students’ ability to match with the residency programs of their choice, but also with the degree to which it demonstrates its dedication to underserved rural areas. Speaking specifically to the program’s seemingly thematic focus on primary care in Tennessee and to the school's support for the Global Health interest group, Quillen harbors a moral emphasis for serving humanity, particularly those among us who lack the access to basic human resources. Though medicine is complex, its basic and necessary substance is this humanitarian desire and Quillen’s devotion to this goal profoundly resonates with me.

This does not seem in part to be too concerning, but in a town of well over two thousand people, it can be a hassle to make appointments to see the doctor, if appointments are available at all. From Star City, the nearest other doctor is over a thirty minute drive away, and this could have serious repercussions for anyone that needs immediate attention. Star City is not the only town with this same problem in Arkansas, and this should provide worry overall for the health of Arkansans. As a citizen of Star City, my concern with health care began at an early age, and as I got older I realized that I wanted to give back to the state I was raised in. If I were to complete a degree in the medical field, I wouldn’t be able to solve all of the problems that plague Arkansas’ health care system, but I hope that my contribution could help smaller towns like Star City get the help they so desperately need. With such a deficit of students looking into health care careers, the health care field is now more important than ever for the

The Myrlie Evers-Williams Institute for the Elimination of Health Disparities at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is committed to improving the health, healthcare and healthcare delivery systems of rural Mississippi communities. As such, we admire individuals who share this commitment. Most often, this work goes unnoticed. In recognition of these individuals, our office will select one (1) Rural Health Champion from the state of Mississippi. This prestigious award will be given to an “unsung hero” who makes a notable contribution to health, healthcare, or a healthcare delivery system in a rural Mississippi community. This award is given in conjunction with National Rural Health Day, which is November 19, 2014. The

When assessing the current state of healthcare in the United States, properly forming an answer requires the separation of healthcare by geography, demographics, and economics. These factors influence the quality and availability of services and resources available to clients and professionals. The urban areas will usually have greater access to an array of services and resources, whereas the rural areas will see limitation in this regard. The rural community is normally a place with an eclectic collection of self-reliant people many of whom have never been exposed, within the context of healthcare, to the complexities contained within the healthcare organizations in urban environments. This factor does not eliminate or alleviate, for that

At approximately 0134 Hours, Cortez Dispatch advised me Breback, J. called 911 and hanging up. Cortez further advised that upon call back Breback, J. advised everything was ok for the moment and hung up. Sgt. Minor and I responded back to the residence, upon arriving at the residence we walked from the roadway in the dark watching the residence. The residence had all the first floor lights on and the lights on in the upstairs bedroom. I watched the residence for any signs of Breback, C. being in the residence. The two dogs located at the residence where outside barking at me. I watch Breback, J. move from the living room to the front door of the residence calling the dogs back into the residence. I watched for a short time, I did not see anyone

Coming from a small town in rural Virginia, I witnessed poverty and hardships within my own family and among community members. In observing the constraints associated with limited resources, inadequate transportation, and social determinants of health, I devoted multiple summers working extensively with a local non-profit health clinic. The Health Wagon in Wise, Virginia serves a vital role in providing primary and specialty healthcare to a large majority of individuals throughout my hometown area. While speaking with patients and providers in the clinic, I became frustrated and invested in the circumstances, which were underlined with complex social and public health issues. For the majority, traveling two hours away to Tennessee to receive medical care from a large network of specialty providers was not feasible. Numerous patients told me stories of losing their jobs, health

From the beginning of my decision to pursue medicine, I knew I wanted to practice primary care in rural Kansas. Growing up in the small town of Sterling, I was exposed to the role of a small town doctor along with its rewards and struggles. This understanding was further heightened during my experience in the Scholars in Rural Health program which immersed me in rural medicine in my hometown. All of these experiences confirmed my desire to pursue rural medicine and attend the Salina campus.

Palmetto Health is a general acute care hospital in Columbia South Carolina, whose primary goal is to provide care and compassion to patients and their families. Located off lake Murray Boulevard in Irmo area, this seventy six bed facility offers medical and surgical units, intensive care unit. Labor delivery units complete with new born nursery, four operating rooms and outpatient care and a twenty four hour emergency services.it is ideal for serving the community and individuals seeking treatment by specialized staff and equipment while needing emergency care as well as elective treatment. To urgent attention for debilitating conditions, such as not breathing well or physical injury. Over eleven thousand team members, physicians and volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling the Palmetto health vision of ` care to be remembered’.

During class on Wednesday, September 8th, Hermeone and I talked to the Professor and gave him the idea of our topic that was discussed on Monday September 5th and he made a terrific suggestion on making sure that we can keep the class attention for 20 minutes discussion about my day care. Hermeone and I looked over the list again and came up with the topic: Giving Presentations and Conducting

This semester I learned a lot about writing in English 151. It has been a roller coaster ride with these essays for me this semester. I learned step by step how to write a good essay and how to have your readers be engaged in what you’re trying to tell them. Each essay I did has taught me something valuable I can take to the next level of English. I feel as if as the semester went by I did not take my writing that seriously and that reflected in my grades I received in each essay. It made me a better student and writer and it will reflect next semester. In this essay, I will reflect on what I learned throughout this semester that you should apply in your writing when you begin English 151.

This summer's provost summer read was a real eye-opener for me showing me what I can expect from both the Jesuit education that Creighton boasts and the Creighton Ohana. Over the course of the last month, I've learned of the life of Saint Ignatius and his revelations, finding God in everything. I've analyzed my passions for music and service. Assessing how I got them through those that have supported me this far in my journey. I also met many and responded to many, finding that Creighton's community is not as alien as I expected. And will in time become a home away from home for me. This class overall went up and above my expectations and gave me an experience that I can definitely write home about.