Description

This placement is an eye-opener, an amazing opportunity for anyone who wants to study medicine. It offers you a unique insight into medicine in the developing world.

Throughout the two weeks you'll have the chance to spend time in a variety of medical institutions. You may start off at a busymulti-speciality hospital where there can be up to 300 consultations a day or at one of the many specialist hospitals based in and around Madurai.

During the two weeks, you will also have the opportunity to visit the Leprosy clinic in Manamadurai where you will see how this disease gets treated and how surgery and physical therapy are carried out. As a contrast, you will also have the chance to experience 5000 year-old traditional Ayurvedic medical treatments at the Sree Ramakrishna Naturopathy and Ayurvedic Center.

Highlights

The doctors are eager to show you all they can and share their knowledge. On arrival you will be briefed on India's medical system and taught basic physical examination skills.

A weekend trip is included for all 2-Week Special volunteers. Here you can experience the real beauty of India and enjoy the breathtaking views provided in a country famed for its temples, waterfalls and its scenic natural environment.

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism
• Cultural Exploration
• High School Study Abroad

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please go to our website for prices.

Program Fees Include:

The price of each placement includes all your food and accommodation, transfers to and from the airport, full travel and medical insurance plus support and 24 hour back-up from our staff based around the world.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

10 days

Post Services Include

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

Projects Abroad's Mission Statement

As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.

Year Founded

1992