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Volunteer in Healthcare and Medicine in Guatemala
by: International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
The rural areas of Guatemala contrast sharply with those in large cities, especially with respect to medical care. Volunteers get hands on experience working in small local clinics for the poor and/or working with local doctors and nurses on medical programs providing check-ups and basic medical care in poor communities and at orphanages. Our health programs are some of the highest impact opp...
The rural areas of Guatemala contrast sharply with those in large cities, especially with respect to medical care. Volunteers get hands on experience working in small local clinics for the poor and/or working with local doctors and nurses on medical programs providing check-ups and basic medical care in poor communities and at orphanages. Our health programs are some of the highest impact opportunities we offer, both in terms of what the volunteer provides to the local community as well as the field experience the volunteer gains from the experience. It is important that healthcare volunteers have realistic expectations with regard to the activities that they will get involved in (see below). Medical students should understand that independence in medical projects will always be d...
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Volunteer in Guatemala with IVHQ
Quick Details
- Antigua, Guatemala
- 2-4 Weeks
- 1-2 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Community Development
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Hospital
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- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
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My favorite moment was educating patients about their health
by: Shadé DarnellProgram: Volunteer in Healthcare and Medicine in GuatemalaMy favorite moment was educating patients about their health and how they can play a role. It's so easy to treat the health concern in the moment, but educating them about the tools they need to lead a healthy future was a major highlight of my time in the clinic.
'Guat' you get with IVHQ's healthcare volunteer program
by: Ryan Thomas - Ann Arbor, MIProgram: Volunteer in Healthcare and Medicine in GuatemalaIVHQ's service, passion and commitment to their partner communities is incredible. As an IVHQ volunteer, you get the chance not to just contribute your skills to their programs, but to learn a great deal about the local community and local needs. Our group was able to provide basic medical attention to eight communities in just a week's time, and IVHQ accommodated our desire to perform additional needs assessment for potential engineering projects during our time. Our homestay was amazing, and o...
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Hi Ryan, Thanks for your review!! It’s always great to hear that what we we provide is what volunteers want. It sounds like you and your group had a fantastic experience and were truly immersed in the local community and culture in Guatemala. Thanks ...
Alotenango and San Lucas Clinics
by: Olivia - RockportProgram: Volunteer in Healthcare and Medicine in GuatemalaI worked at the Alotenango clinic for three weeks this summer. It was unbelievably awesome! I shadowed the doctor and even got to do my own consultation. For the next three weeks, I worked at the clinic in San Lucas, right outside of Guatemala City. I worked in the Pre- consulta area, where I weighed people, took PB and height and checked glucose levels. Both clinics gave me a huge understanding of the Guatemalan health care system. I am so thankful for being placed here too! IVHQ was super...
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Locations
- Antigua, Guatemala
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Causes
- Community Development
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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