We are all part of the same human family. Valerie Gregg is an Atlanta freelance writer. Student Kathryn Jordan gives a tetanus shot to a farm worker after he suffers a deep cut. Children of migrant workers benefit from the efforts of Emory physician assistant students, such as John Campbell. Tom Himelick is impressed by students' willingness to roll up their sleeves and get down to business, no matter what the conditions.
Students learn to be flexible, to adapt.
They use packing crates and picnic tables for exam tables and hang charts on a fence post. One created a private exam space in a tobacco barn. Many farm workers develop eye inflamation caused by dust, pesticides, sun exposure, and plant irritants. Besides providing health care, Emory and community organizations provide donated items like sunglasses, socks, shoes, clothes, vitamins, and cortisone cream. PAs help bring quality care to those who may not have access to it otherwise.