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WAYS WE HELP

HOPE SHELTER

Every other Monday, a team of 6 OUWB medical students and Corewell physicians hold a drop-in clinic at HOPE adult shelter in Pontiac, MI.

STREET MEDICINE

Every other Saturday, 2 OUWB medical school students and a Corewell physician meet individuals directly on the streets of Pontiac to provide lunch, supplies, and immediate medical care.

STREET CLEANUP

SMO frequently takes teams of students and other volunteers to go out into the city and pick up trash from sidewalks and gathering places throughout the city.

HEALTH EDUCATION

SMO partners with Avondale High School every fall to spread awareness and share information to high school students.

OUR SERVICES

BRIEF OVERVIEW

Meet members of the Pontiac community, help them to feel heard & cared for, address health concerns to the best of ability, and connect them with organizations who can provide further assistance. We believe these goals can be reached with:

Obtaining consent 

Comprehensive history 

Vital signs (BP, temperature, pulse, respirations, pulse oximetry)

Blood glucose check if indicated 

Basic wound care & joint wraps 

Dispensing of OTC medication & non-narcotic medications 

Health counseling & education 

Referral for follow-up care at local community clinics (GBCHC or Honor Health)

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