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Healthcare and Medical Program in Mombasa, Kenya
This fantastic program offers multiple placements to volunteers – each one playing an important part in supplying quality medical care to people in need. They can work at the Shanzu Village Prison Hospital, Mombasa Central City Hospital, Mlaleo Hospital, or Utange Hospital. The Shanzu Village Prison Hospital provides medical services to inmates and the local community. The Central City Hospita...
This fantastic program offers multiple placements to volunteers – each one playing an important part in supplying quality medical care to people in need. They can work at the Shanzu Village Prison Hospital, Mombasa Central City Hospital, Mlaleo Hospital, or Utange Hospital. The Shanzu Village Prison Hospital provides medical services to inmates and the local community. The Central City Hospital is the largest in the coastal area, with the same departments as any Western hospital features. These include social work, surgery, inpatient, outpatient, oncology, maternity, pediatrics, X-ray, HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular, ENT, and emergency services. Alongside the Central Hospital is the blood collection center, where volunteers assist in the laboratory (for participants with medical experience)....
Program Highlights
Improve the future of locals in Mombasa and Diani Beach through better healthcare access.
Provide quality medical care to the impoverished people of Mombasa and Diani Beach.
Raise awareness and understanding of health issues in the community.
Immerse yourself in the colorful culture of Kenya while volunteering at a community or city hospital.
Become part of a program that fosters a better cultural understanding between all participants.
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Quick Details
- Mombasa, Kenya
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- AIDS
- Dental
- Drug & Alcohol Recovery
- Health
- Health Education
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- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
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Making a difference - just not the one I had planned!
by: Simone - AustraliaProgram: Healthcare and Medical Program in Mombasa, KenyaI had an awesome experience doing medical volunteering in Mombasa - although due to the political situation with doctors being on strike I didn't actually get to do any work in the hospitals I was meant to be placed in. Which was lesson one - expect the unexpected and things never go to plan in Africa! Nonetheless I had an awesome experience working in small clinics that were still running and with the help on the NGO coordinator whose family I was living with I was able to help some of the loca...
Hi Simone,<br/><br/>What a wonderful testament to the realities of volunteering in a developing country!<br/><br/>Thanks so much for sharing this review to help future volunteers and for your open mindedness. It's this flexibility and positive attit...
Program Details
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Locations
- Mombasa, Kenya
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- AIDS
- Dental
- Drug & Alcohol Recovery
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Online Application
- Other
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