Start and Run a DOCARE University Chapter
Did you know that two out of three entering medical students aim to serve abroad, but only one in three actually make it? DOCARE is here to bridge that gap. We help students turn global health aspirations into meaningful clinical reality.
The Power of Student Chapters
University chapters are the engine of DOCARE’s mission. By starting a chapter at your College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), you contribute to:
- Year-Round Continuity of Care: Student fundraising and awareness support our trips and rotations.
- Professional Development: Build a community of peers passionate about low-resource medicine and social determinants of health.
- Global Impact: Help coordinate short-term trips that serve over 18,000 patients worldwide annually.
Chapter Leadership Toolkit
Ready to lead? Everything you need to establish and manage your chapter is right here:
Getting Started
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- How to Start and Run a DOCARE University Chapter (PDF) - Your step-by-step roadmap.
- Sample Bylaws (.DOCX) - A template to formalize your organization.
- A Guide to DOCARE University Chapters for Faculty Advisers (PDF) - Essential information for your chapter mentor.
Operations & Growth
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- Fundraising Ideas (PDF) - Creative ways to support global health.
- Administering a DOCARE University Chapter (PDF) - Best practices for leadership transitions.
- University Chapter Member Roster Spreadsheet (.XLSX) - Keep your chapter organized.