Knowledge, sensitivity, and a commitment to life come together in the education of our future professionals. Students and faculty members from the Speech-Language Pathology and Physical Therapy programs at Fundación Universitaria María Cano, Popayán campus, are participating in the 2026 World Prematurity Day commemoration, a space dedicated to promoting compassionate neonatal care and comprehensive support for newborns and their families.

The event, held at the Antonio José Lemos Auditorium of Hospital Universitario San José, takes place under the theme “Humanizing the Care of Premature Newborns: From the Neonatal Unit to Comprehensive Follow-Up” and encourages the exchange of knowledge and experiences regarding the challenges of maternal and child healthcare.

The program addresses key topics such as the Kangaroo Mother Care Program, respiratory management, early detection of neurological risks, breastfeeding, human milk banks, and the role of nursing in neuroprotection. These topics strengthen future healthcare professionals’ understanding of interdisciplinary care.

This participation allows our students to connect classroom learning with real healthcare settings, recognize the importance of collaborative work, and understand how their knowledge can contribute to patients’ development, recovery, and well-being from the earliest stages of life.

At María Cano, we believe in an educational experience that goes beyond the classroom, engages with social realities, and places knowledge at the service of people. We celebrate these opportunities that enrich academic experiences and reaffirm our commitment to more compassionate, comprehensive, and high-quality healthcare.

At the University of Well-Being, we educate professionals who transform lives.

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