Organizations and clubs
Organizations and clubs
UMHS has a vibrant body of student-run clubs and organizations that reflect the diversity of our student population. Below represents the current sample of clubs and organizations on campus, but this list changes from semester to semester.
Club day on the basic science campus, St. Kitts
The African and Caribbean Student Association (ACSA) is organized exclusively to work with the community of St. Kitts and to enhance the quality of life for medical students.
The main goal of Fellowship of Christian Medical Students is to help provide opportunities for Christian medical students to fellowship with one another and grow closer to God and for those students who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ to always be welcome.
Happy Hearts is a community service club dedicated to helping those in need. Our mission is to support our community of students and island, St. Kitts, through hands-on service projects like blood drives, donation collections, educational workshops, and more.
We’re here to make a difference and to promote kindness, compassion, and practical support for local causes. Our events create opportunities for members to give back, learn, and connect with others passionate about making a positive impact.
If you have any questions, you can email us at: khenriquez@umhs-sk.net
Instagram: @happyheartsumhs
Mission statement: To learn and promote knowledge about health care systems and their diversity worldwide, assist disadvantaged communities and advocate for health care access as a human right. UMHS Me4You was started in 2016 by UMHS student Ariana Hernandez, and also became a student organization. Med4You has organized medical mission trips to Guatemala, Peru, the Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica and is planning to go on many more trips. In the future, the university is planning mission trips to Africa and India. Med4You brought relief and badly needed health care to Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria. They were able to raise over $50,000 in aid and organized students to return to Puerto Rico to assist in the recovery efforts.
The OAMSA club wants to encourage students with an interest in the field of Oncology by providing:
- More specialized learning about the different types of cancer, keeping students up to date and actively learning about the latest discoveries and how to approach different mechanisms of treatment.
- Events and activities about cancer innovations.
- Opportunities to learn about delicate patient-physician interactions and how to handle family members of patients in difficult scenarios like those seen in oncology.
The aim of this group is to help students gain a representative perspective of the orthopaedic field early in their medical education. Students will be exposed to the field of orthopedics and the various orthopedic subspecialties to help them determine whether the orthopedic field is for them. The overall objective is to lead students to make more informed decisions regarding their future careers in medicine.
Some planned events are:
- Ultrasound workshop
- Splinting workshop
- Cast workshop
- Musculoskeletal exam workshop
- X-ray workshop
- Rehabilitation workshop
- Physical diagnosis
- Gust surgeon speakers
The Pediatrics Medical Student Association is the first official group at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences to be focused primarily on children’s health and development. On the island of St. Kitts many children could benefit from education on hygiene, sexual health, and worldwide known diseases. PMSA strives to motivate medical students to commit to helping others. Aside from helping children in need, PMSA also presents fun activities inclusive to the entire UMHS student population.
The mission of PMSA is to:
- Focus on one big event per semester - which may include bringing gifts and care products to local schools, and visiting the local hospital.
- Present various seminars at UMHS so that students have the opportunity to learn about various interesting topics such as Oncology and the most common prenatal/child diseases.
- Host an event where local children get free checkups and learn about preventive worldwide care.
- Warm your heart!
The mission of the PM&R Club is to inspire and educate medical students about the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). Educate medical students about the diverse scope of PM&R, including its role in managing conditions such as musculoskeletal injuries, neurological disorders, pain management, and rehabilitation after illness or injury. Engage members in meaningful opportunities to explore PM&R through workshops, seminars, and
sports events.
For more information, please contact gmangual@umhs-sk.net
The Student Government Association is a student-elected organization that acts as the liaison between the school administration and the student body. The electoral board consists of ten class representatives and five executive board members. Each semester the SGA organizes celebratory student events such as the Welcome Back Party, mid-semester Sunfest Beach Party and the Student Clinician Ceremony.
Visit the @umhs.sga for more information.
Passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine, the Student National Medical Association is committed to empowering underrepresented students and fostering a community of future healthcare leaders.
For more information, please contact kjackson@umhs-sk.net
Instagram: @snmaumhs
Mission statement: The purpose of the Surgery Interest Group (SIG) is to provide opportunities for students to supplement their educational experience through hands-on practical laboratories and clinics. Exposure to the clinical side of medicine while in Basic Sciences enhances the students’ skill sets and permits better integration of medical concepts. In addition, these activities give students the opportunity to enhance personal and professional relationships, develop leadership skills, and serve the school and local community.
Events include:
- Introduction to Suturing Clinic- Advanced Suturing Clinic
- Casting Clinic
- Trauma Clinic
- CSI Experience
- Embryology Review Seminar
- Interactive Radiology Seminar
- Anatomy Practical & Review
- All About Autism” Seminar & Health Fair
- Community Health Fairs
- Fundraisers for The Spectrum Services Autism Centre
- Fundraisers for PALS (Pediatrics Assistance League of St. Kitts)
The Sports Club's mission is to create a network of retired athletes and sports fanatics to participate in activities. The goal is to create a community outside of our studies or career interests, where we can release stress and bring out our competitive side.
Additionally, the Sports Club aims to visit children's homes in St. Kitts and introduce new physical activities to them, thereby giving back to the community while having fun and educating them on the importance of an active lifestyle in maintaining optimal health.
The RadioPaths Imaging Society of the University of Medicine and Health Sciences and the International University of Nursing will strive to:
- Assist students in obtaining information about radiology and pathology as
specialties, including clinical rotations, residencies, and career paths.
- Provide opportunities to interact with practicing radiologists and pathologists
through guest lectures, workshops, and networking events.
- Continuously improve the club by incorporating up-to-date knowledge and
resources.
- Organize events and activities aimed at promoting awareness and understanding of these specialties, such as hands-on workshops and educational seminars.
- Reflect the desires and interests of the members by creating engaging activities that balance education with social interaction.
For more information, please contact adirodriguez@umhs-sk.net
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