The purpose of this longitudinal elective is to facilitate health care for the migrant population during the picking season which is from April to October. The Holy Family Health Practice- of Dr. Don Bouchard serves primarily the migrant population in Hartford Michigan. The practice is predominantly pediatric however some adults are seen with the family practice nurse provider and volunteer family physician. The practice owns and operates a mobile health care unit that serves migrant workers on the weekends while they are in the fields.

Students who elect to take this elective will have an opportunity to understand the health care needs as well as social determinants that impact the migrant population first hand. They will also have the opportunity to learn how to work with interpreters, and to participate in taking histories and patient examinations.

Medical students will be able to learn about the use of telemedicine, impact and will participate in the screening and care of the patients.