About Us
How We Are Different
Our Unique Approach
Priventa Health is revolutionizing medical mission projects by integrating modern technology with community-focused healthcare. Beyond simply seeing patients and dispensing medications, we utilize electronic health data tracking to monitor the effectiveness of various preventive interventions. Our approach emphasizes education, offering informative talks on essential topics such as basic nutritional counseling, the significance of oral hygiene, and the critical need for purifying drinking water. This comprehensive strategy not only addresses immediate health concerns but also empowers communities with the knowledge and resources to prevent illnesses, fostering a culture of health that extends well beyond the clinic.
About the Creator
Executive Director and Founder
Shamim Shakibai, MD is a US internal medicine physician with extensive experience in numerous medical missions in Peru and Ecuador, and El Salvador. He launched Priventa Health, a 501c3 non-profit entity dedicated to enhancing primary care access in Central and South America. The inaugural medical service project took place in January 2024 in El Salvador in two localities: Lourdes Colon in La Libertad and Arcatao, a city located in the department of Chalatenango, just a few miles from the Honduran border.
