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Volunteer for your Medical Elective in Nepal
Volunteers can do their medical elective at a hospital in Kathmandu Pokhara or Chitwan where they will have the opportunity to shadow fully qualified doctors and nurses, and experience first hand the stark contrast between Western medical practice and the realities of medicine in developing countries. IVHQ's medical elective program is invaluable for a career in medicine. Experienced and longer-te...
Volunteers can do their medical elective at a hospital in Kathmandu Pokhara or Chitwan where they will have the opportunity to shadow fully qualified doctors and nurses, and experience first hand the stark contrast between Western medical practice and the realities of medicine in developing countries. IVHQ's medical elective program is invaluable for a career in medicine. Experienced and longer-term volunteers (2+ months) will have more scope to assist with hands-on tasks, and may also have the option to experience work in a rural health clinic, where they will assist medical staff in performing day-to-day tasks in the more "off-the-beaten-track" communities of Nepal. Key requirements for a volunteer on the Nepal medical elective program are initiative, enthusiasm, and readiness to work in...
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- Bhaktapur, Nepal
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Health
- Health Care
- Medicine
- Public Health
- Volunteering
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- American
- South African
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Enriching experience for a pre-med student!
November 12, 2025by: Yiran Jiang - ChinaProgram: Volunteer for your Medical Elective in NepalThe medical elective program in Nepal hosted by IVHQ is a really enriching experience where I learned a lot about the local medical operation system, specifically how doctors work with patients in ER. It also provided me the chance to meet people in the industry, ultimately strengthening my determination to study medicine. Also, I have met so many new friends from all over the world, and the host was super nice to us.
I left feeling extremely grateful for what I have
August 23, 2024by: Destany VanegasProgram: Volunteer for your Medical Elective in NepalA huge thank you to my IVHQ Program Manager for helping me throughout the preparation process. The Local Team there was so amazing! My homestay family was the best ever. The family was extremely sweet and welcoming. Most importantly I made connections with amazing Nepalese people. They are very kind and super giving even with the little resources they have available. I was able to see how hospitals and medical staff work with very limited supplies and try their best to give the best care they can to their patients. I left feeling extremely grateful for what I have in the U.S and I left feeling more confident in my career path to become a doctor.
Thank you IVHQ!
August 22, 2024by: Nadia HamedProgram: Volunteer for your Medical Elective in NepalIt was such an amazing experience to be immersed in the culture and also work and shadow the medical field in such a beautiful country! I learned so much and am so thankful for this opportunity. I made several connections with the Nepali people and doctors and will be returning on my own terms with them. Thank you, IVHQ, for introducing me and helping me have a smooth and amazing time! I look forward to completing more medical mission trips.
Program Details
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Locations
- Bhaktapur, Nepal
- Kathmandu, Nepal
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Health
- Health Care
- Medicine
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Volunteers can do their medical elective at a hospital in Kathmandu Pokhara or Chitwan where they will have the opportunity to shadow fully qualified doctors and nurses, and experience first hand the stark contrast between Western medical practice and the realities of medicine in developing countries. IVHQ's medical elective program is invaluable for a career in medicine. Experienced and longer-term volunteers (2+ months) will have more scope to assist with hands-on tasks, and may also have the option to experience work in a rural health clinic, where they will assist medical staff in performing day-to-day tasks in the more "off-the-beaten-track" communities of Nepal. Key requirements for a volunteer on the Nepal medical elective program are initiative, enthusiasm, and readiness to work in...
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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Ready to Learn More?
Volunteers can do their medical elective at a hospital in Kathmandu Pokhara or Chitwan where they will have the opportunity to shadow fully qualified doctors and nurses, and experience first hand the stark contrast between Western medical practice and the realities of medicine in developing countries. IVHQ's medical elective program is invaluable for a career in medicine. Experienced and longer-term volunteers (2+ months) will have more scope to assist with hands-on tasks, and may also have the option to experience work in a rural health clinic, where they will assist medical staff in performing day-to-day tasks in the more "off-the-beaten-track" communities of Nepal. Key requirements for a volunteer on the Nepal medical elective program are initiative, enthusiasm, and readiness to work in...
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