UMCP KDSAP
Who is UMCP KDSAP?
KDSAP is short for Kidney Diseases Awareness and Screening Program. KDSAP is a national, student-run, not for profit organization that partners students and physicians with members of medically underserved communities in order to bring awareness to kidney diseases. They provide health education as well as screenings to members of this community. UMCP KDSAP is the University of Maryland College Park chapter. Our chapter was founded in 2019 and works to serve the Prince George's county community. What does KDSAP do? The KDSAP model allows members of the chapter to combine awareness and screenings in order combat Kidney Disease across the United States. Kidney disease leads to Renal Failure which is the 8th leading cause of death in the United States. Health screenings are held regularly in medically underserved communities as an attempt to catch kidney disease early. Health education allows members of the community to identify signs of kidney disease early as well as take preventative measures. This organization serves the community but it also serves the students involved by allowing them to practice leadership skills and providing them with opportunities to connect with their own community as well as medical professionals. |