The clinic/health center was in Ogema, MN and we had accommodations just a couple miles away in Fargo, ND. The facilities at the White Earth Health Center were state of the art and very up to date. Everything was digital which makes the practice very efficient. The staff and doctors were very nice and friendly! They have many many years of experience and was able to teach us things we wouldn't have the chance of learning in dental school. My favorite was Dr. Woodard, she was very funny and very helpful. I love the fact she gave students the opportunity to work and show their skill-set without micro-managing them.
There were two other clinics a couple miles away in Bemidji and Naytahwaush, MN that we were able to visit. Both clinics were much smaller than that of the White Earth health center but serviced a smaller population.
Just about 6 of us went on this trip and we all learned a great deal!
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| Me, and other participants (blocked out to protect their privacy) |
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| Sometimes It was just easier standing! < Assisting> |
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| More assisting. I was a great assistant btw *toot |
We also got the opportunity to visit two other IHS clinics - The Naytahwaush clinic in Naytahwaush, MN a few miles away and another in Bemidji, MN. They were much smaller clinics with smaller patient pools due to population of the area.
And of course we ventured out some 3+ hours to Minneapolis and visited the Mall of america and rode all the fun rides!
Downtown Minneapolis
It was overall a great experience and would highly recommend anyone to apply for an externship with the IHS. The knowledge and experience gained is priceless!
*I had tons of photos but they were all group shots. I decided not to post them to protect the privacy of the group*
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