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IVHQ Healthcare and Medical Volunteering in Guatemala

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4.9 / 5Overall Rating
8Reviews
2007Year established

Program Overview

Join the Medical program in Antigua, Guatemala with International Volunteer HQ and support essential health services in clinics and community outreach settings. Volunteers may help with patient intake, basic check ups, hygiene and health education, first aid support, sanitation tasks, distributing supplies and assisting with preventive care under local supervision.

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Program Highlights

Programs start every Monday.
Duration from 1 to 24 weeks.
Includes airport pick up, orientation, accommodation in a homestay or volunteer house, meals, and 24/7 in-country support.
Volunteer several hours per day assisting in clinics and community health centres around Antigua providing care to underserved populations.
Tasks may include observing medical professionals, assisting with basic care and hygiene support, helping with patient intake, health education and patient outreach.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Certificate of Completion

Program Details

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Locations

  • Antigua, Guatemala

Types & Subjects

  • Causes
  • Community Development
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Health Education

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

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

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

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8 reviews

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Program Administration
5.0
Living Situation
4.9
Volunteer Placement
4.8
Day to Day Life
4.4
Health & Safety
4.1
Community Engagement
4.0

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The IVHQ Medical and Healthcare program in Antigua lets you assist in clinics, elderly homes and facilities for people with disabilities while supporting local medical professionals.

* Based in Antigua and surrounding areas.
* Tasks matched to your skills and experience.
* Volunteers work in low-income communities.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 2025
2025 Finalist - Innovative Volunteer Abroad Program
Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Providers 2024
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer Abroad
Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022
Zero Carbon
Notable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad
Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad 2021 Finalist
Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Organizations of 2020
Innovative New Program Volunteer Abroad 2020 Finalist
Top Eco-Traveling Enthusiast of 2017 - Sustainable Voluntourism
Certified B Corporation
GoAbroad Top Volunteer Abroad Organization 2018
Innovative Student Video 2020 Finalist
2019 Notable Mentions

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