Students Engage with Healthcare Pros at Camp Scrubs and Stethoscopes

Over the course of three days, 16 students were introduced to jobs within the medical field.

(Batesville, Ind.) - Genesis: Pathways to Success continued A Summer of STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) with Camp Scrubs and Stethoscopes hosted at Margaret Mary Health. Over the course of three days, 16 students were introduced to jobs within the medical field and the day-to-day tasks of those professions.

To kick off camp, students received a tour of Margaret Mary Hospital, introducing them to every aspect of healthcare Margaret Mary offers. They even got a tour of the inside of the ambulance. Whether it be radiology or lab, students got the opportunity to see first-hand the variety of pathways within the healthcare field. Throughout camp, students got to meet different doctors and nurses within these careers and gain deeper insight into their area of expertise.

Not only did students meet the professionals, but they participated in multiple hands-on activities for a real life experience. Students were able to create their own IV bag using dyed water to replicate different medications based on a scenario. With this, they learned in-depth details on anesthesia and gained an understanding of the correct way it should be used. They learned how to take vitals consisting of blood pressure, temperature, and breath rate. Students got the opportunity to learn the correct usage of crutches and lifting machines. Within their different rotations, students enjoyed learning how to swaddle a baby and change their diapers!

“Anesthesia was so cool and nerve wracking to think about what could happen if you messed up. It was my favorite section we talked about,” said Madison Pollard.

Speech pathology presented students with different food textures to represent different diets for patients who suffer with throat problems. Students got to try each food and understand why the consistency and texture applied to different patients. Students learned the dangers of smoking and completed an activity that presented what popcorn lungs felt like.

Furthermore, students gained knowledge on CPR! Practicing on dummies, students learned the ratio of compressions to breaths, the rate of compressions per minute, and the depth of compressions on both adults and babies. Not only did students learn the emergency responses of healthcare professionals, they also gained a valuable skill that can be applied in their day to day lives.

Camp Scrubs and Stethoscopes also included fun, energetic activities. Students participated in a series of relay races and pictionary games! Combined with the instructional activities, these relays allowed the campers to apply the crucial skills they learned throughout camp through enjoyable activities.

“My favorite part of camp was the IVs. It was neat to see all the different steps on how to create them. There wasn’t anything I didn’t enjoy about camp,” said Jenna Pollard.

Genesis: Pathways to Success would like to thank Margaret Mary Health for graciously partnering with us for Camp Scrubs and Stethoscopes. Through their ceaseless dedication and commitment, the students were provided with a hands-on distinctive experience that will help shape their future. Genesis looks forward to hosting Camp Scrubs and Stethoscopes again in the summer of 2026. If you would like to learn additional information about this summer camp, please visit www.genesisp2s.org. If you have questions regarding A Summer of STREAM, please contact the Genesis: Pathways to Success Office by emailing info@genesisp2s.org, calling 812-933-1098, or visiting 13 E. George Street, Suite B, Batesville, IN 47006.