Our Mission
Pulse & Presence is dedicated to bridging the vital gap between medical education and community-based preventive care. Our long-term vision focuses on fostering humanity and presence in every interaction, ensuring the community doesn't just know their numbers, but feels seen and supported.
- Community Partnerships: Collaborating with local Providence organizations such as food pantries and shelters to bring screenings to communities most in need
- Patient Education: Empowering individuals with personal metrics like BP, SpO2, and vision insights to guide them towards more informed health decisions
- Health Literacy: Demystifying preventive health through student-led workshops and dialogue
- Research Collaboration: Working with academic partners to evaluate community health needs and clinical outcomes.
Our Story
Pulse & Presence began with a simple observation by a group of Brown University students: while our academic training was rigorous, there was a missing bridge to our neighbors in the Providence community. We saw an opportunity to bring preventive health screenings directly to local gathering spaces, moving beyond the classroom to offer care where it’s needed most.
What started as a shared vision between students has grown into a dedicated initiative that values clinical accuracy, the 'Pulse', just as much as the human warmth of 'Presence.' By showing up with open ears and consistent outreach, we are building a clinical bridge that connects metrics with genuine empathy, ensuring healthcare reach extends to everyone with dignity.
Our Faculty Sponsor
Dr. Michael L. Barnett, M.D., M.S.Â
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Sorensen Family Provost's Professor of Health Services, Policy, and Practice
