Registration open for Gateway’s Discovery Healthcare Camp
- Kate Smith
- 1 day ago
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Designed to spark curiosity and passion for healthcare careers right here in Huron County, a healthcare camp will once again host students to experience hands-on activities and meet healthcare providers.
Gateway’s annual Discovery Healthcare Camp held at Camp Klahanie, south of Goderich will take place during the week of July 7-July 11.
In partnership with the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University and the Goderich Lions Club, the camp is led by current medical students.
The camp provides curious high school students a special chance to explore the world of healthcare up close.
At the camp, students will participate in activities such as practicing basic medical skills like suturing, taking vital signs and giving injections, while connecting and collaborating with likeminded peers.
The students will also have an opportunity to meet doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, x-ray technicians and other healthcare professionals who work in Huron County.
According to Gateway, the camp aims to inspire and connect through engaging guest speakers and dedicated camp leaders. During the camp, participants are offered valuable mentorship and the opportunity to envision themselves in a future healthcare career.
Discovery Healthcare Camp plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals in the region, by sparking passion and equipping them with tools and confidence needed to pursue a career in healthcare.
A current research assistant at Gateway CERH, explains her experience with the camp.
Back in high school, Julie Wein was interested in healthcare, but she states that she felt like she didn’t have access to resources or support to pursue it.
Attending Discovery Healthcare Camp was the pivoting moment in Wein’s education that changed her path, and it gave her the chance to see healthcare up close and speak with local healthcare providers.
“That experience not only gave me mentorship and the belief that I could do it, but it also opened my eyes to the healthcare careers right here in Huron County,” admitted Wein.
“Now, as a Health Sciences student, I’m proud to be back working in Huron County and making my mark on the health of our community. That all started during my time at camp.”
Registration is open for all students leaving Grade 8 and Grade 12.
To learn more about Gateway and the Discovery Healthcare Camp visit https://www.gatewayruralhealth.ca/discovery-healthcare-camp
To register for the camp visit https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/distributededucation/discovery_healthcare_programs/campers.html