whether it be learning about it, holding it, or using it. Later, we walked to Shriners Hospitals for Children, where they were exposed to the wide array of services provided to children. They toured the facility and enjoyed “medical play� with current patients. This is typically where the future pediatricians shine, but with this group of students, they all shined. It is heartwarming to see the joy on both the students and patients faces during this activity! Week two began at Dameron Hospital where the focal point was on blood typing, nutrition, and infection control. After students toured the captivating blood lab,
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SAN JOAQUIN PHYSICIAN
FALL 2019