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Youth Medical Training

Learn Directly from U.S. Physicians.
Gain Supervised Hands-On Clinical Experience.

Students ages 10 and older receive structured medical training and participate in supervised, age-appropriate clinical activities during ACO medical missions in Senegal.

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Medical Training Provided by U.S. Physicians

U.S. physicians provide structured teaching that introduces essential medical concepts and builds a strong foundation for clinical understanding.

Medical
History
Physical
Examination
SOAP
Documentation
Clinical
Reasoning
Treatment
Planning
Medication
Safety
Patient
Education

Supervised Hands-On Clinical Experience

Patient
Check-In

Welcome patients, confirm information, and learn clinic workflow.

Vital
Signs

Measure temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation.

Medical History
& Triage

Collect histories with guidance and help prioritize patient needs.

Physical
Examination

Observe and assist with guided examinations step-by-step.

Clinical Reasoning &
Treatment Planning

Discuss findings and help develop safe, appropriate care plans.

Medication &
Prescription Education

Learn how medications work and safe use under supervision.

From Medical History to Patient Education

1

Take the History

Learn to ask the right questions and listen actively.

2

Practice Clinical Skills

Apply skills with guidance and supervision.

3

Present the Patient

Share findings clearly with the physician team.

4

Discuss the Assessment

Review observations and clinical reasoning together.

5

Understand the Treatment Plan

Learn why the plan is safe and appropriate.

6

Explain Medication Instructions

Practice clear, caring communication with patients.

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Daily Teaching and Mentorship

U.S. physicians lead case discussions, answer questions, and provide personal mentorship every day.

  • Review real clinic cases and learn together.
  • Daily debriefings reinforce learning and understanding.
  • Encouragement and support for every student.

Safety and Professional Supervision

The safety of our patients and students is always our priority.

Students do not independently diagnose, prescribe medications, select treatment plans, or provide unsupervised medical care.All clinical activities are age-appropriate and directly supervised by licensed U.S. physicians.

Who Can Participate?

Age 10+Students ages 10 and older are welcome.
No Previous Experience RequiredNo prior medical experience is needed.
Parent or Guardian AccompaniesYounger participants must be accompanied.
Responsibilities Based on Training and ReadinessTasks match your training level and comfort.
All Activities Are Professionally SupervisedLicensed physicians are always present.

Training Local Healthcare Professionals

ACO also plans to expand medical education for Senegalese physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Visiting U.S. physicians will work alongside local medical teams to share clinical knowledge, practical skills, and current medical practices.

  • Visiting U.S. physicians working alongside local medical teams.
  • Clinical knowledge, practical skills, and current medical practice, shared both ways.
  • The goal is not only care during each mission, but local healthcare capacity that lasts.

Learn Medicine. Serve Patients. Discover Your Future.

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