An Overview about VNMAP

I t d ti t VNMAP1. History on the establishment of VNMAP

Introduction to VNMAP 1. History on the establishment of VNMAP

VNMAP was established in 2007 and started with a group of students from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and Johns Hopkins School of MedicineHopkins School of Medicine. The first 2-weeks mission in June, 2007 with a team of 11 members, we served the people at Dien Khanh Hospital in Khanh Hoa province.After the 1st mission trip, the team leaders had decided to found the Viet Nam Medical Assistance Program (VNMAP) to continue the initial goals of the 1st mission.gSince then, we have accomplished 4 medical trips and established different public health projects in Viet NamD i th ti th t t VNMAP h l d d d dDuring the time that we operate, VNMAP has evolved and expanded

’VNMAP’s Vision 

VNMAP Program will serve the Vietnamese community in the pro ision of healthin the provision of health care and health educationcare and health education

VNMAP’s Mission Addressing the healthcare disparity of the poor in

Viet Nam while promoting healthcare awareness through medical assistance, collaborative efforts and education

Supporting the local Vietnamese community inSupporting the local Vietnamese community in healthcare and health education

Enhancing the knowledge of health professionals,Enhancing the knowledge of health professionals, medical students, volunteers, and its members in leadership, tropical and global medicine, public health and the health system in Viet Nam

VNMAP Board MembersHuy Do, DO‐ ChairmanLoc Le  MD  DirectorLoc Le, MD ‐ DirectorElizabeth Duong‐ DirectorNguyen Nguyen‐ Director

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Executive CommitteeNguyen Nguyen‐ PresidentHuan Tran‐ Internal Vice President Julie Tang‐ TreasurerMi h ll  Ph SMichelle Phan‐ SecretaryAnna Thai‐ Human Resource CoordinatorAsao Trinh Financial CoordinatorAsao Trinh‐ Financial Coordinator

VNMAP’ St tVNMAP’s StructureBoard of Directors

President

M k tiMarketing & Business Planning

U.S. Health Program

Human Resource

Information Technology

Administration Team Finance

Grant writing

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VNMAP’ H l h P iVNMAP’s Health Programs in Viet NamViet Nam

In the past four years, VNMAP has built a network with different health organizations network with different health organizations and NGOs in Viet Nam.  In 2011, VNMAP is establishing for long‐term and sustainable g gprograms in Viet Nam:

1. Annual Medical Mission Trip p2. Medical Knowledge Exchange Program3 Public Health Research Project in 3. Public Health Research Project in 

Hypertension

VNMAP’ A l M di l Mi iVNMAP’s Annual Medical Mission to Viet Nam

a. Provide health care and medicationcooperate with the local health care providers to diagnose 

d t t th   t  diand treat the acute diseasesprovide medicine

b. Provide health educationcreate and implement educational programs to help the residents to understand different health topicsprovide a basic nutrition and environmental health course provide a basic nutrition and environmental health course for the residentsProvide a good learning environment for health 

f i l  i  Vi  N   d i   h  US    h  professionals in Viet Nam and in the US to exchange knowledge and experience

VNMAP’ H lth Ed ti d R hVNMAP’s Health Education and Researchin Viet Nam

1 . Educational  Aspect of the Annual Medical MissionProvide learning experience for students and health professionalsHave the opportunity to encounter people of different backgroundsHave the chance to learn how to handle these situations and apply what they learn through the trip in their future practice

2   Public Health Research 2 . Public Health Research Focus on how lifestyle and living condition affect patient’s healthThrough our  previous works, we learned that hypertension is 

  l  i  Vi  N   O   l i    i    l    very prevalent in Viet Nam.  Our goal in 2011 is to learn more about the cause of hypertension and create a program to prevent hypertension and its complications. 

VNMAP’ H lth P i thVNMAP’s Health Programs in the United States

Through serving the local community for several years, we realized the needs of the Vietnamese community in yMaryland in health care.  Our goals are:

1. Provide more community outreach programs to educate  the Vietnamese community in health preventionthe Vietnamese community in health prevention

2. Partner  with health professionals to  provide them tools to better serve the Vietnamese  community

d ll d f l d3. Mentor  and train college and professional students to help them pursue their career goals and practice leadership skills

VNMAP’ P t A ti iti i thVNMAP’s Past Activities in the United States

Community Health Fair in April, 2009 in Silver Spring, MD (partner with BPSOS and MVMA)(p )Informational health fair about Medicare and Medicaid in August 2009 in Silver Spring, MD (partner  with M t  D t t  f H lth  d H  S i )Montgomery Department of Health and Human Services)Flu Awareness Program in December 2009 in Silver Spring, MD (partner with the Our Lady of Viet Nam p g, (p yCatholic Church)

VNMAP’ P t A ti iti i thVNMAP’s Past Activities in the United States

SMASH‐B Program‐ VNMAP’s Major event which will last from 2010 to 2013will last from 2010 to 2013Mentorship and professional development program‐ Exclusive for VNMAP members p gHealth Career Opportunities for Immigrants since  March 2010 to Present (partner with BPSOS)p

VNMAP provides medical students an opportunity 

Why is VNMAP unique? VNMAP provides medical students an opportunity to gain first‐hand experience when facing health problems in a developing country p p g yVNMAP  creates a training and learning environment for professional students and 

l t  t  i  l d hi   kill   d t  volunteers to improve leadership skills and to explore the meaning of medical mission and community service worksyVNMAP serves and educates the Vietnamese people in Viet Nam and in the United States for their need i  h l h in health care

’ f1. Values and Beliefs

VNMAP’s Values and Beliefs

a. HumanityWe are dedicated to improving the health of the poor in Viet NamWe focus on helping the poor to begin to build a better life for them and their p g p gfamily.We advocate compassion and service to the poor and suffering

b. CultureW     h   l   d  di i  i   h     h  We respect the culture and traditions in the areas that we serve.We appreciate the different cultures and backgrounds of the people in VNMAPWe encourage the exchange of cultural values

c  Knowledge and Educationc. Knowledge and EducationWe understand the importance of health education in health preventionWe promote an open learning environment for VNMAP’s participants to enhance their knowledge in medicine, public health, and global healthWe encourage health survey research in order to gain further insight on the health problems in Viet Nam

VNMAP’s Values and Beliefsd. Collaboration and Cooperation

VNMAP’s Values and Beliefs

We respect each other's thoughts and ideasWe focus on the quality of work rather than quantityWe advocate open communication to address any conflictsWe advocate open communication to address any conflictsWe do our volunteer work with honesty and integrity

e. LeadershipWe understand that a leader is built to serveWe know the important role of leaders and appreciate them for stepping to the front line to help us accomplish them for stepping to the front line to help us accomplish our goalsWe encourage leaders to apply the latest technologies in 

  ’   kour program’s works

Thank you !