Bethpage High School embarked on a new healthcare education initiative yesterday as 42 juniors and seniors attended an introductory orientation for Northwell Health's MedVoyage program. Brian Aquart and Shabna Syed from Northwell's Center for Learning and Innovation led the session, marking the official launch of the district's participation in the immersive career exploration opportunity.
Now it its third year, MedVoyage provides students with hands-on exposure to healthcare careers while connecting them directly with professionals throughout Northwell's health system. Over the course of the seven-month program, Bethpage students will visit Plainview and Syosset Hospitals one to two times per month, along with other key Northwell facilities including the Center for Emergency Services, Core Laboratories, the Center for Learning & Innovation and the Institute for Nursing.
During these visits, students will participate in guided tours, engage with healthcare professionals, and gain firsthand insight into the daily operations of one of the region's largest health systems. At yesterday's orientation, students expressed particular interest in participating in medical simulations, hands-on experiences and exploring career paths in nursing and other healthcare fields.
Bethpage becomes the third Long Island high school to participate in MedVoyage, joining Mineola High School and Academy Charter School in offering students this distinctive educational opportunity. The district looks forward to seeing how this partnership with Northwell Health will shape students' future career paths and deepen their understanding of the healthcare industry.