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Medical School Elective in Ghana through OGVO
Are you a medical student? Take part in this highly enriching program in Ghana where you will gain invaluable medical knowledge and experience from a global perspective. Our placements will be in hospitals, which have spent years supporting students on their Medical Electives. Your time abroad will provide an excellent foundation for strengthening your medical skills , as well as learning new one...
Are you a medical student? Take part in this highly enriching program in Ghana where you will gain invaluable medical knowledge and experience from a global perspective. Our placements will be in hospitals, which have spent years supporting students on their Medical Electives. Your time abroad will provide an excellent foundation for strengthening your medical skills , as well as learning new ones. There is a high likely you will encounter conditions that seem to occur daily, such as malaria and typhoid, you wouldn't typically see in North America and Europe. The entire experience will be challenging, but will also offer you numerous rewarding experiences. During the program, you will have the option to work at a large hospital in a city or in a more rural setting. Shadow one of our supe...
Program Highlights
Undertake your Medical Elective within different departments, such as physical therapy and pediatrics, in a Ghanaian hospital.
Develop a work schedule that supports your studies.
Explore the diversity and natural beauty of Ghana on your free time.
Live with a local host family who will introduce you to Ghanaian culture and traditions.
Combine your elective with community-based volunteering projects for a more enriching time in Ghana.
Quick Details
- Cape Coast, Ghana
- Elmina, Ghana
- Kumasi, Ghana
- Rural Areas, Ghana
- Sunyani, Ghana
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- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Short Term
- Spring
- Dentistry
- Medicine
- Nursing See more
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- South African
Program Details
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Locations
- Cape Coast, Ghana
- Elmina, Ghana
- Kumasi, Ghana
- Rural Areas, Ghana
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Dentistry
- Medicine
- Nursing
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Online Application
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