Doctors on the Streets
Student Organizations Cleveland
Our Mission
Doctors on the Streets (DOTS) is an organization the provides free and equitable health care to people experiencing homelessness in the Cleveland community. We strive to create a culture of care for disadvantaged individuals, connect people to community resources, and provide an inclusive learning experience for HCOM students.
Officers, 2024-2025 | |
| President | Caitlin Speyer |
| Treasurer | Madison Sobonya |
| Data Analyst | Eliana Burlotos |
| Supply Coordinator | Olivia Gabram |
| Social Media Chair | Katrina Biancofiore |
| Shift Coordinator | Gabby Kries |
| Community Outreach Director | Alex Reihs |
| Advisor | Leanne Chrisman-Khawam, M.D. |
No Dues
Services Provided
DOTS is an organization based in osteopathic values. We provide basic care and resources to people experiencing homelessness to improve their health outcomes and quality of life. DOTS operates in collaboration with Metanoia at various warming shelters throughout the Cleveland area. We hold two clinics per week from November to April each year.
Tentative Schedule for 2024-2025
- DOTS clinics are held from 6:00PM-8:00PM every Friday and Sunday from November to April.
- We will be hosting supply drives at HCOM in September and February.
- We will host a "Breaking Down Barriers" event in in October, during which we will unpack stereotypes and misconceptions about homelessness and discuss what we can do to foster positive change in the community.
- We will host a volunteering session at Medwish in March.
- We will host several training sessions throughout the school year to teach our volunteers the workflow of each clinic, how to address our patients, and basic clinical skills.
- These events will be funded through a combination of DOTS funds from the university and from community donations.