
Explore how dermatology-focused global medical missions can move beyond short-term “voluntourism” by fostering sustainable, collaborative partnerships that prioritize education, capacity building, and alignment with host country needs.
Mohamed Boutjdir, PhD, is a professor of medicine in the cardiovascular division at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and the Director of the Cardiovascular Research Program at VA New York Harbor Healthcare System in New York, New York. He is also President of the American Moroccan Competencies Network (AMCN), a 501(c)(3) organization (https://www.amcnusa.org).

Explore how dermatology-focused global medical missions can move beyond short-term “voluntourism” by fostering sustainable, collaborative partnerships that prioritize education, capacity building, and alignment with host country needs.