Laisha Martinez

Dominican Republic

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My passion for dentistry is deeply rooted in a desire to help others achieve optimal oral health and confidence in their smiles. I believe that dentistry goes beyond just treating teeth; it involves building trust, educating patients, and making a positive impact on their overall well-being. Sharing this passion with others is essential because it fosters awareness about the importance of oral health, motivates people to prioritize their dental care, and inspires those interested in pursuing dentistry as a career. The VAW Dental outreach gives me the chance to share the same passion with other and increase our knowledge in the global healthcare, taking the first steps to create change around the world.

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UTSA Dental Team B Internship to Dominican Republic, July 2025
  1. Affiliated Organization: VAW Global Health Alliances
  2. Chapter: VAW Global at the University of Texas at San Antonio Dental Outreach Internship
End Date: Jul 15, 2025 12:00 AM
Volunteer Activity Message

Join UTSA Team B on their Dental Outreach Internship to the Dominican Republic this Summer! interns will have the opportunity to learn about various dental procedures, such as cleanings, restorations, fillings, and extractions, learn about the current healthcare system in the Dominican Republic and teach a public health class and much more! If you’re interested in joining, contact us for more information!

VAW Global at UTSA Team B will be opening up mobile dental clinics for local communities during their time in the Dominican Republic.

One of the most exciting and important parts of interning with VAW Global is bringing full dental clinics and primary care medical clinics to the less fortunate. In 2023, VAW Global treated over 17,500 patients and we aspire to treat over 20,000 in 2024! One of the things that make our dental mobile clinics unique is that we are able to perform multiple procedures including fillings, restorations, cleanings and extractions at the mobile clinic. Fundraising for supplies and medications is a huge part of creating a successful mobile clinic to help the local communities with effective care.

**Note: airfare is NOT included

Volunteer Goals

Program Goal: $2,395.00 / Airfare Goal: $0.00 / Medication & Supply Fund Goal: $200.00

[Org. Admin] Nathalie Rodriguez donated $250

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