Students receive hands-on experience

In a classroom set up like a science lab, with the distinct scent of formaldehyde and scalpels in hand, students in Dallas ISD’s Future Doctors Summer Camp prepared pig hearts for dissection. More than dissections, the camp provided an immersive look into the healthcare field, including anatomy, pathology and physiology. High school students also heard from medical professionals, gaining insights into their experiences and the paths they took as students. For Abigail C., a second-year patient care student at Charmaine & Robert Price Career InstituteSouth, the chance to experience a dissection with her own hands was a long-awaited opportunity. “We learned about the anatomy of the heart, the different structures like the four chambers, and how the blood flows,” Abigail said. “It was interesting and fun because I actually got to touch it and cut into it myself.” A veterinarian in the making, Abigail discovered her passion for the medical field by watching “The Incredible Dr. Pol,” about a man’s journey as a vet. Abigail said. “I thought if I can’t study animals right now, I might as well learn about humans.” — From Dallas ISD Staff Reports