High Impact Practices Student Showcase Spring 2025

Stay ahead of your health: screen and educate

Stay ahead of your health: screen and educate

Streaming Media

Download Transcript.pdf (26 KB)

Course Code

HSC

Course Number

4943

Faculty/Instructor

Dr. Erin Rolle

Faculty/Instructor Email

erin.rolle@ucf.edu

About the Author

My name is Ananda Amritt and I am a senior at UCF. I want to express my gratitude to my preceptor, Dr. Angel Ho, for the knowledge and skills she has shared with me. I also want to thank my instructor Dr. Erin Rolle for her support and encouragement throughout this project.

Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement

This service-learning project aims to promote the importance of preventative healthcare screenings, focusing on Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) testing for detecting Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and Electrocardiograms (EKGs) to monitor heart health. Through this initiative, I have developed and distributed 50 educational brochures to inform patients about the significance of these screenings in identifying cardiovascular risks early and taking preventive measures to avoid more serious health complications.

The project has involved collaborating with Orlando Health Clinic LLC, to distribute these materials to various communities. The goal is to empower individuals with knowledge about their health, encourage proactive measures, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases through early detection and lifestyle changes.

Additional Resources

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2024a, April 2). Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG). Mayo Clinic.https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/ekg/about/pac-20384983

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2024b, September 18). Ankle-brachial index. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/ankle-brachial-index/about/pac-20392934

Keywords

preventative health, ankle-brachial index, electrocardiogram

Stay ahead of your health: screen and educate


Share

COinS