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Volunteer for your Medical Elective in Nepal

by: International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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Observe and assist local physicians and nurses in hospitals and clinics across locations such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Chitwan. You will gain exposure to a broad range of medical departments including general medicine, paediatrics, maternity, emergency care, and community health. All work is supervised by local healthcare professionals and follows strict local regulations. Your typical tasks inc...

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Program Highlights

Programs start every first and third Monday of each month. Duration from 2 to 12 weeks

Includes airport pick up, orientation, homestay accommodation, meals, and 24/7 in-country support

Medical or nursing students (or qualified health professionals) have the opportunity to observe clinical practice at hospitals and clinics in Nepal

Volunteers may gain exposure to various departments such as general medicine, paediatrics, surgery or maternity care depending on placement availability

Assist with patient intake, basic care tasks under supervision, and support administrative or outreach duties to complement their learning experience

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Bhaktapur, Nepal
  • Kathmandu, Nepal
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Tours
Causes:
Guidelines:
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • American
  • South African
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Awards

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 20252025 Finalist - Innovative Volunteer Abroad ProgramNotable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Providers 2024Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Zero CarbonNotable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.64

Total Reviews

11

Enriching experience for a pre-med student!

November 12, 2025by: Yiran Jiang - China

Program: Volunteer for your Medical Elective in Nepal

9

The 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 Vanegas

Program: Volunteer for your Medical Elective in Nepal

10

A 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 Hamed

Program: Volunteer for your Medical Elective in Nepal

10

It 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

  • Adventure Types
  • Tours
  • Causes
  • Health
  • Health Care

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 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

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
    International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

    International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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    Observe and assist local physicians and nurses in hospitals and clinics across locations such as Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Chitwan. You will gain exposure to a broad range of medical departments including general medicine, paediatrics, maternity, emergency care, and community health. All work is supervised by local healthcare professionals and follows strict local regulations. Your typical tasks include shadowing doctors and nurses, observing consultations and ward rounds, supporting patient care under supervision, assisting with basic procedures when allowed, participating in outreach or mobile health clinics, and more. Because independent medical duties are not permitted without full qualification, this placement is best suited to pre-med, nursing or medical students seeking observational ...

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