The College of Medicine partners with many community organizations to help improve the health and well-being of people in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Our civic-minded approach to learning and our emphasis on real-life problem solving is at the core of a Drexel education. Our students and faculty volunteer countless hours to address health issues by working at local clinics, managing educational programs and running outreach projects, while leveraging university technology and resources. Students also demonstrate service leadership and collaborate with local agencies to support and augment their outreach and success.
From free, student-run health clinics to volunteer opportunities at Philadelphia public schools, our faculty and students take an active role in several community outreach projects. Learn more.
The College of Medicine offers several educational programs for high school students, returning physicians and women in academic medicine. Learn more.
Our work in the community extends beyond the city of Philadelphia. Each year, several medical students participate in international rotations designed to address global health issues. Learn more.
The Institute for Women's Health and Leadership carries forward the College of Medicine's historic commitment to women's health and women's leadership in medicine and science. Learn more.
Upcoming Events
Jul 19
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Community Baby Shower
Location: Aramark Student Training and Recreation (STAR) Complex (1816 North 15th Street) (Entrance at the corner of 15th and Montgomery)
Jul 26
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vine Memorial Community Health Fair
Location: Vine Memorial Baptist Church (5600 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia 19131)
Jul 26
12 - 4 p.m.
Community Day Health & Wellness Fair
Location: Christian Union Church (5535 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia)
Aug 12
6 - 8 p.m.
Dornsife Community Dinner
Location: Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships (3509 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19104)
Aug 16-17
"All Day"
RAM (Remote Area Medical) Pop-up Clinic
Location: School of the Future (4021 Parkside Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104)
Aug 23
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Senior Health/Wellness Fair
Location: 2201 W. Venango Street Philadelphia, PA 19140
Aug 31
10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
D2i All White Affair & Community Day
Location: Dare to Imagine Church (6610 Anderson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119)
Sep 13
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
We Outside Festival
Location: Capacity Church (5301 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144)
News
Scrub Donation Drive
After completing their anatomy course, College of Medicine students celebrated by organizing a scrubs and shoe donation to benefit local organizations. To date, about 200 sets of scrubs have been collected to benefit organizations including ScrubHaven, Animal Care and Control Team, Philadelphia Black Women’s Health Alliance and the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society. Shoes are being collected for the MORE Foundation Group. Anyone who would like to donate to this effort can contact Sara Solomon at sms858@drexel.edu.
College of Medicine Students Bring Unique Projects to Society of Student-Run Free Clinics Conference
More than 40 Drexel University College of Medicine MD program students participated in a fall 2024 showcase of community outreach projects and best practices. The weekend conference, held annually by the Society of Student-Run Free Clinics (SSRFC), took place in Philadelphia this year at Drexel University. Read more.
Our Dedication to Service
In the last year, our students served more than 1,500 patients at free health clinics, and an additional 3,000 people through home visits and partnerships with local schools, hospitals and nonprofit organizations. From their very first year at the College, our students learn about social determinants of health, health disparities and trauma-responsive care through their Health Advocacy Practicum course, and they apply this knowledge through providing over 8,000 hours of community service as part of the course.
Empowering Tomorrow’s Healthcare Leaders
"Educators 4 Education (E4E) and Drexel School of Medicine partnered to host its first Health Career Camp for Philadelphia youth. The Camp began on June 24, 2024 and ended on June 28, 2024. E4E partnered with Drexel Medical students through The Arnold P. Gold Foundation in the creation of the Career Development and Health Awareness Summer Program for 12 young men from Philadelphia. The program was also made possible by funding from the City of Philadelphia Anti-Violence Community Expansion Grant." Read more at the Globe Times. (July 5, 2024)
The OCHHE Newsletter: Year in Review Edition
See what we have been up to in 2023 and how YOU can get involved in 2024!
SLAMS Program Brings Together Health Professions Community and West Philly Neighbors
Middle school students can be a tough crowd to impress, but Drexel University College of Medicine community members leading educational courses at Science Leadership Academy Middle School (SLAMS) said the students are excited and engaged. Read more.