PA Program Traveling to Kajiado, Kenya

The Physician Assistant (PA) program at Hardin-Simmons will travel to Kajiado, Kenya April 23 through May 7, 2022 to provide medical screening and patient education. The PA program has a long history of mission work, both domestically and internationally, and partnerships with other organizations. In the past, they have partnered with the Taylor County Health Department,  Meals on Wheels, and with Buckner International on previous international trips to Peru. This spring, the PA program will partner with AIC Childcare Center.  

AIC Childcare Center was established by missionaries in 1979 for the purpose of feeding malnourished children in Kenya. The Center has slowly transitioned into a children’s rehabilitation clinic as a result of the increasing number of children with disabilities. This partnership was discovered in 2019 through HSU’s previous partnership with the Kajiado County Government. 

Dr. Eames, Professor of Physician Assistant Studies and Director of the Physician Assistant Program, shared that the goal of this trip is “to share God’s love through medicine with the people of Kenya.” This trip also provides the opportunity for future and current health professionals to recognize the importance of global health and service.

To make sure this trip is as fruitful as possible, the PA program seeks helps from the community. There are various ways to help. First and foremost, pray for a safe and successful trip. The PA Program is also accepting donations and selling T-shirts to raise funds.