Start date at Hillside: 2019

What do you do at Hillside? My friend’s father-in-law started as one of the first long term medical directors at Hillside. He asked me to assist because they did not have any attorneys on the board. I researched the organization and really appreciated the work they do.

Where do you live? Austin, TX

What do you like about Hillside? I love the selfless desire to provide medical care to a region that is underserved. I also really appreciate the commitment to empowering Belizeans to eventually take over the organization.

What are your interests/ hobbies outside of Hillside? Nothing gets me out of bed quite like defending the little guy, and Hillside is a champion of helping those who need a hand.

Start date at Hillside: 2015

What do you do at Hillside? Board President. I was the medical director at Hillside from 2015-2016.

Where do you live? Michigan

What do you like about Hillside? Hillside strives to partner with local healthcare organizations to bring care to those in the Toledo District. Through collaboration and unique services that Hillside can provide they are able to improve the health and well-being of the community while also allowing healthcare providers, volunteers and students, to learn and serve alongside those communities.

What are your interests/ hobbies outside of Hillside? As a family we are passionate about slow travel to allow us to engage and learn from whatever community we are in. I enjoy sports, reading, board games and spending time in nature.

Start date at Hillside: 2017

What do you do at Hillside? I joined the board because I had such an incredible experience as the pharmacy director for a year! I wanted to continue to be involved and have a positive impact.

Where do you live? La Crosse, WI

What do you like about Hillside? Hillside is unique as a health- focused NGO in that we provide sustainable care that patients can rely on all year round, and I think that is really special. Students and volunteers also get an in depth cultural experience, seeing how people of another country live and receive care, and I believe that the staff does a great job facilitating this experience in a mutually respectful way.

What are your interests/ hobbies outside of Hillside? I am passionate about community building and friendship. I enjoy playing music with my folk duo Carriage House, riding my bicycle, reading books and playing games.

Start date at Hillside: 2012

What do you do at Hillside? I am the board secretary and chair of the rehabilitation committee. I first came to Hillside as a student in 2012 then returned to the clinic as the rehab director from 2016-2017. I continued to stay involved after returning to the US and joined the board in 2018.

Where do you live? Chicago, IL

What do you like about Hillside? I love the team approach to care provided by the Hillside staff and students. Every person is an essential member of the health care team and treats every patient with the dignity and respect they deserve.

What are your interests/ hobbies outside of Hillside? I love all things outdoors: walking my dog, running, traveling, hiking, and gardening.

Start date at Hillside: 2023

What do you do at Hillside? I came to know of Hillside Health Care International through other individuals who have served on the board, and am also familiar with the reputation of the organization from people in the community who directly benefit from the services. As a professional, I gravitate towards organization-building projects and I am happy that I am able to join HHCI now at the time when it is looking towards expanding its services in the areas of mental health, physical therapy and occupational therapy. As a native Belizean, I am aware of the strengths and try to keep up with the advances and areas for growth in the healthcare and education sectors in Belize.

Where do you live? Boston, MA

What do you like about Hillside? I am motivated by the mission of Hillside Health, to promote healthcare and education in communities where the work has direct, visible impact.

What are your interests/ hobbies outside of Hillside? I travel – a lot! – and I thoroughly enjoy experiencing new places and engaging with people from different backgrounds and cultures and learning from those perspectives. Funny enough, while I have been “all over" Belize, I have never been to Toledo — so I am pleased that engagement with HHCI will increase the likelihood of that for me.

Start date at Hillside: 2017

What do you do at Hillside? Board Member, Clinical, Public & Mental Health Committee. I started out volunteering as a faculty preceptor for Hillside, where I’ve learned about and been able to experience the collaborative efforts that Hillside does so well. From these relationships formed, I was able to be part of two projects with Hillside, one to improve diabetes care, and the second to introduce point-of-care ultrasound to providers. It has been such a pleasure working so closely with people who share a passion for improving the health and lives of the residents of Punta Gorda, and this is what brought me to apply for position on the board. I hope that my dedication to Hillside can be useful in a larger way by helping to make decisions that are in the best interest of the patients and staff at Hillside in the future

Where do you live? Chicago, IL

What do you like about Hillside? I love the collaboration and multidisciplinary approach that Hillside brings to each patient encounter. Actually getting to speak to the pharmacist and the physical therapists about what medications and therapies might be best for a patient expands my knowledge and assures me that we are providing as comprehensive care as we can by thinking through multiple perspectives in a remarkably efficient way.

What are your interests/ hobbies outside of Hillside? As I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to value my time with nature and animals more. I got certified in scuba diving while I was in Belize, and it has been one of the most enjoyable things I’ve learned to be that close to sea life. Most of my time is spent playing with my toddler and dog, so we take a lot of walks to the park and lake in Chicago.

Start date at Hillside: 2023

What do you do at Hillside? Pharmacy Committee. I volunteered as a pharmacist at Hillside in September of 2023 after hearing about it from a friend who had volunteered previously. I really enjoyed that experience and chose to join the board to continue serving to advance the mission of Hillside Health Care International.

Where do you live? Lapel, Indiana

What do you like about Hillside? I love how Hillside provides access to quality medical care to patients in rural Belize while also providing educational experiences to students in various healthcare fields.

What are your interests/ hobbies outside of Hillside? I am passionate about community involvement and caring for others. My husband and I have two young children and in my free time I enjoy spending time with friends and family, volunteering for my children’s school and extracurricular groups, and spending time outdoors.