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Daniel Kaddar

DK

Medical Brigades Vice-President 2026-2027; Triage Co-Chair 2025-2026

Hi everyone! My name is Daniel Kaddar, and I am a junior from Morgantown, WV. I am majoring in Immunology and Medical Microbiology with minors in Leadership Studies and Medical Humanities and Health Studies

My introduction to this organization was when a few officers presented to my major's freshman class. Initially, I was hesitant to apply, presuming I did not have the proper connections and experience. I figured I would attend the info meeting, and when it ended, I knew this chapter was different from any other organization on campus. I was inspired to apply by the leaders’ authenticity and Global Brigades’ sustainable approach to empowerment. It aligned with something I wanted to be part of. The holistic model of GB has enhanced my outlook on healthcare and a future in medicine. There is so much to learn from the in-country aspects of a brigade and the preparation that precedes it. Through lectures, course content, and small-group meetings, I overcame concerns about being unprepared when it came time to brigade in the Darién and Chiriquí provinces of Panama. Time with new peers, such as serving with a local food pantry throughout the school year, has brought me many new friends and priceless connections. I have learned about the social determinants of health, issues often ignored by commercialized systems of medicine. The privilege of facilitating clinics and benefiting communities through public health projects makes for a unique, unforgettable experience you cannot get through any other study abroad or course. As someone who has grown up around WVU, I feared it would hinder my ability to have unique experiences during undergrad, but Brigades has prevented that entirely. If you want to make the most of your experience at WVU, applying to Brigades is a step in that direction. Now, entering a third year with the organization, these brigades have refined my career aspirations beyond what I could have ever predicted, while fueling my passion for pursuing a career in medicine. I encourage anyone interested in applying to look deeper into Global Brigade's vision and impact. Please reach out with any questions!