Hi everyone! My name is Sharla Chan and I am a second year masters of occupational therapy (MOT) student at Loma Linda University (LLU). I felt called to join this service trip to learn more about my culture and experience international service by reach those in need abroad. I have been looking forward to participating in a SIMS trip since I came to LLU and cannot wait for this experience. Any support and prayers are very much appreciated, thank you!

What we will be doing in the Philippines:

In partnership with host/sister Adventist institutions: Manila Adventist Medical Center (MAMC), Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP-COM),  our multidisciplinary team will collaborate and interact with host institution’s staff to provide healthcare education and assessment to local patients and families — local “Barangay” community members to promote wholeness and advancement of healthcare capacities.

· Collaborate with community-based health fairs - children and adults

· Cultural exchange opportunities, clinical observation, and interactions with AUP students

· Experience international SERVICE