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Program Overview

We are pleased to share details about our Health Program at a public hospital in Quito, tailored for students and professionals interested in the medical field, including those in medicine, pre-med, nursing, and current medical professionals.

The core purpose of this program is to facilitate knowledge exchange, provide observational learning opportunities, offer insight into medical practices and the use of medicine in Ecuador, and allow participants to support local patients.

Participants can select their area of interest from a wide range of specialties, including: General Medicine, Dentistry, Surgery, Traumatology, Emergency Room Pediatrics, Pathology, Rehabilitation, Hospitalization, Urology, Gynecology, other specialties

Please note that participants will always be accompanied by local doctors, nurses, and medical students from local universities.

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Program Highlights

Hands-On hospital: Shadow doctors and nurses, assist in real settings in areas like surgery, pediatrics, emergency medicine, dentistry, etc..
Cultural Immersion: Spanish language lessons, traditional activities, and weekend excursions.
Skill Building: Develop resilience, adaptability, and communication skills crucial for medical school.
Global Health Perspective: Learn about different health systems, patient care, and resource limitations, enhancing cultural competency.
Flexible & Safe: Year-round options, safe homestay full board, airport transfers, and local support.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)

Program Details

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Locations

  • Quito, Ecuador

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Guest House
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Written Application

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 1-3 Months

Starts At

$600-900

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Razain Alhassein

Razain Alhassein

Participated in 2025

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My name is Razain and I am from Kansas City, USA. I am half Ecuadorian and half Saudi Arabian. I am a Medical Assistant and graduated with a degree in...

My ultimate goal is to go to a Physician's Assistant School, and I had the opportunity to live in Ecuador for 8 months because my mom is Ecuadorian. 

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