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Suvidha Foundation brings hands-on medical training to aspiring physicians
The two-day program introduced students to medical careers through hands-on clinical training, physician mentorship, interactive workshops and emergency response certification.
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Staff Reporter - Sat, 04, Jul 2026
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2026 Gateway to Medicine Summer Camp / Suvidha International Foundation
The Suvidha International Foundation, a California-based nonprofit, hosted its 2026 Gateway to Medicine Summer Camp on June 28-29, providing 40 middle and high school students with hands-on medical training, physician-led sessions and career guidance in healthcare.
The two-day camp, held at the Granite Bay Library, introduced students to various medical specialties while providing practical clinical experiences, including CPR, AED and First Aid certification. The nonprofit said the program was designed to help students better understand the educational pathways and skills required for careers in healthcare.
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A distinctive feature of the camp was its student-led approach. Granite Bay High School students Sriram Vempati and Arjun Dhulipala, together with University of Pittsburgh student Abhiram Dhulipala, planned and conducted the program, creating workshops aimed at making complex medical concepts accessible to younger students.
Participants represented schools across Northern California, including Sacramento, Folsom, Roseville, Rocklin, Granite Bay, Elk Grove and Tracy.
Students practiced CPR using professional training manikins, learned suturing techniques on synthetic skin models, examined respiratory function through interactive demonstrations and gained experience using common diagnostic tools such as blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximeters and stethoscopes. A medical scavenger hunt introduced participants to the uses of common clinical instruments.
Healthcare professionals also addressed students on medical careers and patient care. Internal medicine physician Sridevi Garapati discussed the qualities needed to become a physician, while Alok Krishna spoke about addiction medicine and substance abuse awareness. Psychiatrist Abhishek Rai highlighted mental health challenges, and cardiologist Sandhya Venugopal explained heart health and emergency response. Dentist Priya Upadrasta discussed oral healthcare careers.
Medical student Vishrut Nagam shared insights into medical school admissions, while Venkat Nagam outlined combined BS/MD programs and strategies for building competitive applications.
Organizers said the camp sought to provide students with both practical skills and guidance on pursuing medical careers. Suvidha International Foundation said it plans to continue the Gateway to Medicine Camp annually as part of its broader efforts to expand educational opportunities and mentorship for aspiring healthcare professionals.
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