Anatomy
Is it possible to have both ovaries and testicles? True or False
True
What does PALMA stand for?
Professional Association of Latinx Students for Medical School Access
Who was the first Latina Supreme Court Justice in the United States?
Sonia Sotomayor
Usually the first at the scene has a more overall medical expertise and can usually stabilize the victim
A paramedic
Medical doctor that specializes in ensuring patients don’t feel pain
What is anesthesiologist
How much salive does your mouth produce a day?
1 liter
What medical conferences do we attend?
Dr. Antonia Novello
Who draws blood and works in a lab?
A phlebotomist
What specialty in the Dentistry field works with braces?
Orthodontics
In this eyeball model one structure is missing. Can you name which one? (Hint: it focuses light onto the retina)
Lens
Who are PALMA CEO's?
Gaby and Lenzy
What is the percentage of Latine doctors in the US?
6%
What is a podiatrist?
Experts in foot, ankle and lower limb health
Can Physician Assistants switch specialties? True or False
True
What part of the body helps transfer oxygen to the body?
The Trachea
When was PALMA established?
Spring of 2008
What three foods did countries in Latin America bring into the World?
Corn, Potatoes, and Cacao
Between an Optometrist, Ophthalmologist, and Optician which one(s) can prescribe medications?
Optometrist and Ophthalmologist
How many specialties are in dentistry?
12
What is called when you have two different eye colors?
Heterochromia
Who are the PALMA advisors?
Dr. Patricia Tellez-Giron and Mr. Maunel Santiago
When was Latine Heritage Month first celebrated?
1986 (first started as a week than transitioned into a month)
What is the difference between D.O and M.D?
A D.O. has more of a hollistic approach with or without the use of traditional treatment.
How many specialties are in medicine?
Over 135