#401: CONTRIBUTOR’S SERIES— Volunteer Abroad: Inside the Life-Changing Work of Floating Doctors

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Guest host Dr. Kristine Goins and Samantha Horn, Executive Director of Floating Doctors, delve into the reality of medical missions and community health work in Panama. Samantha shares how the organization went from a single sailboat in Haiti to serving 24 coastal communities in Panama. They discuss the need for culturally sensitive healthcare delivery, the importance of sustainability in global health efforts, and how doctors can get involved without overwhelming local resources. With a focus on empowering communities rather than creating dependency, this episode offers a unique perspective on effective international healthcare initiatives.

Bio for Samantha Horn:

Samantha Horn is the Executive Director of Floating Doctors, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of underserved communities in remote coastal areas of Panama.

Since joining in 2019, she has played a pivotal role in expanding the organization’s impact through sustainable healthcare programs and training initiatives for local health workers. With a background in international development and a passion for community empowerment, Samantha leads Floating Doctors’ mission to provide consistent, culturally sensitive healthcare that prioritizes long-term outcomes and local capacity building.

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