Global Health in the Philippines (2 Weeks Intensive)

While experiencing the cultural diversity and natural beauty of the Philippines, learn about the organization of its primarily devolved health system and the various challenges in providing adequate healthcare in the context of its peculiar geography. In many remote, hard-to-reach islands, otherwise known as geographically isolated disadvantaged areas (GIDA), hospitals and health care clinics strive to deliver quality health services despite the often inadequate infrastructure, investment, supplies, and personnel. Experience first-hand the daily healthcare challenges faced by “barangays” or villages, on remote islands in the provinces of Quezon, Lubang, and Romblon. During the rainy season (summer months), rotations on remote islands may not be available, in which case suitable alternative mainland rotations will be arranged.