The first JIHC CohorT June 2022
Syracuse City School District students in blues t-shirts (back row), work-study interns (front row), Dean Beissner (far right)
About Jump Into Health Care
giving Syracuse students a “jumpstart” in healthcare.
Jump Into Health Care (JIHC) exposes upper-level students to a wide range of health careers. Through an engaging and intensive curriculum, students build study skills and information-seeking strategies while gaining a foundational understanding of the diagnostic process and the range of treatment options.
This 4.5-week summer enrichment program was designed for students with an interest in health care careers and an aptitude for science. The underlying goal is to diversify the health care workforce by introducing students from underrepresented minority backgrounds to the range of health careers that offer promising employment opportunities. The challenging, problem-based approach was selected over more conventional coursework to increase information-seeking skills and problem-solving in an interesting and engaging format.
JIHC IN THE NEWS!
"I'm actually looking to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. When I first heard about the program from my friend and she told me about it, I thought this is a great chance for me to explore more."
BAYAN ABOAMER, JUMP INTO HEALTHCARE STUDENT
"This is really why I’m here. This what I love to do. It thrills me. This has been on my mind for 4 years, a project in development for 4 years, and we really need a more diverse healthcare workforce in order to deal with the health disparities that we see often in our community."
KATHERINE BEISSNER, DEAN, UPSTATE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS
CASE ONE:
CASE STUDY SNAPSHOTS
Coughing and Cranky
Abstract
This case discusses the initial diagnoses and care of a pediatric patient with cystic fibrosis. This case is set up to challenge students to arrive at the diagnosis by working through the complex nature of symptoms, examinations, and diagnostic testing of a pediatric patient experiencing pulmonary health issues. The student will then be able to journey into caring for the chronic condition.
kyles case.pdfSTUDENT PRESENTATION
CASE TWO:
CASE STUDY SNAPSHOTS
It’s Not Just the Blood
Abstract
This case follows a homeless man with sickle cell anemia. This individual was getting adequate care as a pediatric patient. However, upon turning eighteen, he aged out of his doctor’s care. Also, he now lives on the streets or stays in shelters because he has aged out of his group home. During his first year being undertreated for his vaso-occlusive crises caused by his sickle cell anemia, he begins to buy fentanyl off the street. The case is structured to guide students to a diagnosis by working through symptoms, imaging, and laboratory testing. In addition, this case will expose students to the issues and treatments of the ongoing opioid misuse epidemic.
Jackson's Case.pdfSTUDENT PRESENTATION
CASE Three:
CASE STUDY SNAPSHOTS
My Back Hurts and My Legs Are Numb
Abstract
A night of fun ends tragically for Julie after an alcohol-related car accident leaves her briefly unconscious. When she is aroused in the Emergency Room she has back pain and leg numbness. Spinal imaging studies reveal an L2 Chance fracture that requires immediate surgery. The case follows Julie post surgically into rehabilitation. Students explore rehabilitation processes, spinal cord injury prognosis, and the relationship between driving under the influence and life-altering injuries.
Julie's Case.pdfSTUDENT PRESENTATION
CASE Four:
CASE STUDY SNAPSHOTS
My ACHING JOINTS
Abstract
This is a case discussing the presentation of late stage Lyme disease in a young adult patient. This case is set up to lead students to the diagnosis after examining the variety of symptoms that Lyme disease and the results of the physical exam. Students will then interpret the results of blood work and diagnostic testing, and determine the treatment options for the patient.
Sarah's Case.pdfSTUDENT PRESENTATION
More Student Presentations:
Case Study.pdfits not just blood.pdfjulies case.pdfour own case.pdf
The students take a selfie with Stephen Feikes, director of the Respiratory Therapy Program at SUNY Upstate College of Health Professions.
“When I got in, I did not expect it to be this fun!”
JUMP INTO HEALTHCARE STUDENT
