Medical Volunteer Abroad Programs

What are the highlights of medical volunteering programs abroad?

• You will work under the supervision of professional doctors, nurses, and physiotherapists while volunteering at a hospital.
• Pre-med volunteers will assist in day-to-day activities, shadowing the professionals.
• Medical volunteering opportunities are available in various areas, including Emergency, General Medicine, Radiology, Dental, Pediatrics, Surgery, Maternity, OPD, Pharmacology, Microbiology & Immunology, Internal Medicine, HIV/AIDS support, Nutrition, Public Health, Midwifery, Nursing, and more.
• Your medical volunteer tasks will depend on your experience and the requirements of your placement (local clinic or hospital), but you'll always receive support from qualified medical professionals.

Where are the healthcare volunteer programs available?

Currently, the medical volunteer programs are available in the following countries:
- Tacloban, the Philippines
- Galle, Sri Lanka
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- Cusco, Peru
- Kampala Region, Uganda
- Tamale, Ghana
- Arusha and Zanzibar, Tanzania

The medical and healthcare volunteer abroad programs are available throughout the year in the aforementioned countries, with flexible start dates and durations. Volunteers can choose to dedicate a minimum of 1 Week to a maximum of 6 months, as per convenience.

Other than these, Medical Internship opportunities are available in India, Nepal, Thailand, Peru, Cambodia, and Ghana.

What are the benefits of these medical mission trips abroad with Volunteering Solutions?

• You'll gain hands-on experience in a real medical setting that has a scarcity of resources (local clinic or hospital), allowing you to apply your skills and knowledge.
• Medical volunteer work abroad will provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of underprivileged communities.
• You'll broaden your cultural understanding and perspective by working in diverse healthcare settings, especially in developing nations.
• Medical volunteer opportunities will enhance your communication skills through interactions with patients and healthcare professionals, as well as make you more compassionate and empathetic.
• You'll also get a Certificate of Completion after you are successfully done with the project.

What are the requirements to join the medical and healthcare volunteer projects abroad?

• You must be 18 years or older to join the medical volunteer programs.
• You must have an open mind and flexible attitude to work in a new environment, along with peers and professionals.
• Medical, pre-med, and nursing students, as well as healthcare professionals, are eligible to apply for this program.
• When joining the Medical program, you'll need to provide additional documents such as a Resume/CV, Passport copy, etc.
• Ensure you are physically fit and in good health when joining the program.
• You should have no criminal convictions and provide a clean criminal background check before joining the project.

What do our past volunteers say?