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Medical Volunteering in Ecuador, Latin America

by: ELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs

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Our Medical Volunteer program in Latin America/South America is available across Ecuador in a wide range of fields. It has been designed for pre-med, undergraduate, and recent medical and nursing graduates, as well as professionals from all over the world interested in making a significant impact and real difference in the lives of disadvantaged people. Access to healthcare in developing communities is often limited, thus extra pairs of hands are needed to provide vital services. As a medical volunteer, you will be involved in the day-to-day operations of hospitals, medical NGOs, and clinics, observing and assisting doctors and nurses directly. ELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs arranges short-term (2 weeks) or long-term (24 weeks) medical placements and volunteer opportunities in various locations across Ecuador. Our medical placements are available throughout the year, with start dates every Monday. These can be tailored to your interests, experience, and abilities.

Program Highlights

Have the opportunity to help underprivileged people in Ecuador.

Make a lasting, positive impact through a quality volunteer program.

Gain total cultural immersion while working with and for local Ecuadorians.

Receive 24/7 in-country support from our friendly team.

Choose from various placements and start dates, allowing utmost flexibility in your volunteer program.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Ambato, Ecuador
  • Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador
  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Guayaquil, Ecuador
  • Ibarra, Ecuador
  • La Libertad, Ecuador
  • Latacunga, Ecuador
  • Montanita, Ecuador
  • Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
  • Quito, Ecuador
  • Rural Areas, Ecuador
  • Salango, Ecuador
  • Salinas, Ecuador
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Health Education
  • Hospital
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Public Health
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Canadian
  • European
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Last Updated: Jul 14, 2026

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Locations

  • Ambato, Ecuador
  • Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador
  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Guayaquil, Ecuador
  • Ibarra, Ecuador
  • La Libertad, Ecuador
  • Latacunga, Ecuador
  • Montanita, Ecuador
  • Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
  • Quito, Ecuador
  • Rural Areas, Ecuador
  • Salango, Ecuador
  • Salinas, Ecuador

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Health Education
  • Hospital
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Public Health

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Canadian
  • European

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation

Refund Policy

Other

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • High School 5th Year or More
  • No schooling completed
  • Some high school, no diploma
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Other

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