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Veterinary- Remote Islands of Bocas del Toro, Panama
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Floating Doctors is a team of veterinarians, physicians, nurses, public health specialists, and students that provides primary care, advanced care, education and community development to remote rural indigenous communities in Bocas del Toro, Panama. With few resources and little access to care, there is an overwhelming need within these communities for veterinary medicine and animal husbandry educ...
Floating Doctors is a team of veterinarians, physicians, nurses, public health specialists, and students that provides primary care, advanced care, education and community development to remote rural indigenous communities in Bocas del Toro, Panama. With few resources and little access to care, there is an overwhelming need within these communities for veterinary medicine and animal husbandry education. Each year our medical clinic hosts hundreds of volunteers from around the world, and now we are looking to expand our veterinary clinic. Floating Doctors offers an exceptional opportunity for veterinary medical students to experience tropical medicine and its unique diseases, practice in a practical, hands-on setting, and provide much needed care and education to impoverished populations. ...
Program Highlights
Work directly with licensed veterinarians in remote communities in Panama.
Learn about tropical diseases, treatment methods, and animal healthcare in unique field settings.
Receive close supervision and personalized learning with a maximum 4:1 student-to-veterinarian ratio.
Participate in physical exams, surgeries, and practical veterinary procedures.
Experience daily life and cultural exchange with the Ngobe people in Bocas del Toro.
Quick Details
- Bocas del Toro, Panama
- Rural Areas, Panama
- 1-2 Weeks
- Animal Sciences
- Biology
- Dentistry
- Animal Welfare
- Equestrian
- Health See more
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Bocas del Toro, Panama
- Rural Areas, Panama
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Animal Sciences
- Biology
- Dentistry
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Salary & Compensation
Weekly volunteers pay a weekly stipend that covers living and program costs. If you want to stay long term please apply for one of our staff positions...
Qualifications & Experience
- English
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Master’s degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Travel Insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
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