8:00 AM - 3:00 PM | HCC Rm. 316 B & C

Open to all CTSO students and advisors from DECA, FCCLA, HOSA, Skills USA

Starts at 8:00 AM | HCC Rm. 310

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8:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 A | The Queen's Medical Center - Neuroscience Institute

9:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 A | The Queen's Medical Center - Neuroscience Institute

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in Hawaii compared to the fifth leading cause of the death in the US Mainland.  When someone is having a stroke, time matters as 1.9 million brain cells could die every minute that blood flow to the brain is blocked.  Hospitals across the state have implemented procedures to reduce the time to treatment when suspected stroke patients arrive.  However, the public is unaware of the importance and urgency of getting potential stroke patients to the hospital and the critical role EMS plays. The purpose of this presentation is to educate the students on the signs and symptoms of stroke and to change the mindset of utilizing EMS when a stroke is suspected. Stroke care begins in the ambulance; it is not a taxi ride to the hospital.

8:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 B | Michelle Tagorda-Kama, MPH

Discover the dynamic world of public health careers and unlock the tools needed to become a catalyst for positive change. Join us as we explore pathways, share insights, and empower the next generation of leaders dedicated to shaping a healthier, thriving community.

9:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 B | NAMI Asianna Saragosa-Torres, Krystine Cabrera, Kawehi Romero

Mental health awareness program for the youth.

10:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 A | Devin Tanaka, PA-C & Kristen Kichline, PA-C

The roles, responsibilities, and scope of practice of Physician Assistants in various specialties.

10:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 B | Queen's Team - TJ Donayri, Kristen Danischewski, Kristin Queja, Oscar Bautista, James Valdez, Maddie, Scotty Okura, Mayumi King

Learn how to stop life-threatening bleeding. Certificates after completion.

11:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 A | Moanalua HOSA 

2:30 PM | HCC Rm. 304 B | Moanalua HOSA

11:30 AM | HCC Rm. 304 B | Hope Yuasa, BSN RN

Discover the mini world of nursing and what it takes to care for babies.

12:30 PM | HCC Rm. 304 A | Dr. Andrew Whelen

If you like puzzles, you will like clinical microbiology.  Patients go to their doctor with symptoms of infection, and it’s up to the lab to help crack the case.  Take this guided tour of 4 real-life cases starting from a description of the disease to the “smoking gun,” often discovered by the laboratory science professionals.

12:30 PM | HCC Rm. 304 B | SSG Tiffany Perez & SSG James Kim

Ever dream of becoming a healthcare professional? The U.S. Army has plenty of opportunities and programs to pay for your undergraduate degree, as well as give a full-ride scholarship to the Medical or Dental School of your choice. Come learn more with your local Army Medical Recruiters. After the presentation, stop by our booth for more information. Be All You Can Be! Go Army!

1:30 PM & 2:30 PM | HCC Rm. 302 A | Thomas Hao, Keahi Darby & Zachary Oglesby

In this session, AHEC unveils our new equipment that will enhance health career exploration in the virtual world! Followed by the brief demonstration is a hands-on interactive workshop (topic: TBA) and students will have the opportunity to learn about our student program, the Hawaii Pre-Health Career Corps (PHCC) and other free pre-health opportunities we offer.

1:30 PM | HCC Rm. 304 A | Scott Stensrud

Learn how to write and submit testimony for bills that would end the sale of flavored tobacco products like e-cigarettes, small cigars and menthol cigarettes in Hawaii. During the workshop students will craft actual testimony for bills being heard in the 2024 legislative session. 

1:30 PM | HCC Rm. 304 B | Leocadia Conlon & Shayna Inafuku

The PA profession in Hawaii fills critical gaps in workforce shortages. Learn about the PA profession, the pathway to PA education, and opportunities for PA school in Hawaii.

2:30 PM | HCC Rm. 304 A | Cherie Chu

Learn about the role of clinical pharmacists in emergency medicine and critical care. These pharmacists work with the medical team in emergency departments and in intensive care units to provide rapid drug information in acute settings.