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Surgery Electives Abroad

by: Elective Africa

4 (1)VerifiedSince 2000

The Surgery Electives Abroad program of Elective Africa is customized for individuals seeking exposure to surgical procedures in a developing country’s health system. Senior medical students interested in surgery are eligible to participate in the program. Through guided shadowing and supervised hands-on activities, you undergo mentoring to enhance your skills and learn the factors affecting the...

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Program Highlights

Acquire supervised hands-on exposure to surgical procedures, including major and minor surgeries.

Get exposed to and interact with diverse cultures different from that of your home country.

Find the right program for your specific interests, with the myriad of surgery electives available.

Have an unforgettable experience studying abroad with the program’s highly rewarding service-learning component.

Earn significant hands-on work experience, along with a chance to customize the program to meet your specific interests.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Mombasa, Kenya
  • Arusha, Tanzania
Starts At: $300-600, $600-900, $900-1250
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 21-35
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Public Health
Fields:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jul 02, 2026

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

4

Total Reviews

1

It was an eye-opening and unforgettable experience!

March 28, 2024by: Aaron Gan - Malaysia
4

My experience with Elective Africa in Mombasa was an unforgettable one! Their supportive staff members and meaningful activities complement well with my eventful hospital attachment. It has allowed me to maximize my learning opportunities while exploring the beautiful city of Mombasa.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Mombasa, Kenya
  • Arusha, Tanzania

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Public Health

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

21-35

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Starts At

$300-600, $600-900, $900-1250

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Resume
  • Online Application
  • Transcript

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