Joseph Palmeri of Tulsa - A Community Volunteer

Joseph Palmeri of Tulsa knows that when he took an oath to serve his community, that it didn't end in the hospital, or the medical field as a whole. Joseph knew that his commitment to bettering the community was not just a part of his job, but his life overall. That is why Joseph has remained an avid and active participant in many charitable organizations throughout local and national communities, all designed to help heal humanity as a whole, bringing together a collective unity and pursuit of common goals. Among Joseph's contributions were at the Bedlam Community Clinic in his hometown of Tulsa Oklahoma. Bedlam Community Clinic is a hospital designed to help treat indigent patients who can't afford medical insurance. The clinic does so by employing properly certified volunteers from local universities and hospitals. Joseph said his time with the Bedlam Community Clinic was truly a rewarding one, and that working with those that were truly grateful for his services, was a reward and feeling all alone. Joseph especially liked that he got to work so closely with the community of his hometown, and got well acquainted with old friends during his time there.

Joseph Palmeri of Tulsa would spend two years volunteering at the Bedlam Community Clinic before he would eventually graduate with his bachelor's degree, and move away from home to pursue his masters in the medical field. This would not be the end of Joseph's charitable contributions however. Joseph would go on to become a chief resident at NYU Langone Medical Center, a highly demanding position full of many extra responsibilities with no extra compensation. In the position, Joseph would help mentor other residents who didn't learn as quickly, or needed a particular bit of advice or guidance. Joseph said that the work was demanding, but just as rewarding as his time with Bedlam Clinic. Joseph says that contributing positively to your community is the true hallmark of success, not how many awards you've won or how many promotions you've received.