Description

The hospitals in Thailand are known the world over for their advanced and professional care. Students who intend to pursue a career in medicine can now learn about the medical system in Chiang Mai firsthand. This program is ideal for students who would like to learn about tropical diseases and public health issues in the region. Students shadow doctors and assist staff Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm. Placements are available for medical students and pre-meds with junior or senior status. Interns with this program live with other participants in the volunteer house.

Highlights

Orientation includes a city tour, language class, visit from a Thai travel nurse, assistance in setting up a Thai cell phone, and a chance to meet all the other new ELIers.

Medical interns in this project will quickly learn why Thailand has become a medical center for much of Asia. The high level of technology in Thailand's hospitals and the highly qualified bilingual staff that operate hospitals in Thailand have made Thailand a medical hub for Asia. Interns are paired with a Thai doctor who supervising them through their internship.

The program includes pre-departure assistance, airport pick-up, orientation and nurse consultation when you first arrive, accommodations at the sanctuary, 2 meals a day, and 24 hour assistance by our in-country team. Volunteers purchase their own plane tickets and travel insurance.

It is best if interns arrive in Chiang Mai on a date below before 8pm, so orientation can take place over the weekend and interns can start at the hospital bright and early on Monday.

2011: January 7, January 14, February 4, February 18, March 4, March 18, April 1, April 15, April 29, May 13, May 27, June 10, June 24, July 8, July 22, August 5, August 19. For dates after this please inquire.

Qualifications

Placements are available for pre-med, public health, dental, nursing and medical students.

Intern Types

• Biology(General)
• Biomedical Sciences
• Medicine
• Physical Therapy

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Vary according to duration.

Program Fees Include:

* Pre-Departure Packet
* Airport Pick-Up in Chiang Mai
* Orientation
* City Tour
* Accommodation at the volunteer house
* Most meals
* Access to a Travel Nurse and Activities Coordinator
* 24/7 In-Country Support

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement

ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded

2001