International Medical Immersion
Highlights
- Observe doctors during their work in hospital, consulting, treating, and more
- Rotate between departments like general medicine, gynecology & pharmacy
- Provide basic healthcare and info to underprivileged communities on outreaches
- Treat children with special needs under the guidance of professionals
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About the program
Learn from professional doctors and nurses at a hospital, health centre, private clinic, or children’s rehabilitation centre.
We have a number of medical placements in Peru for you to intern at. You can work in hospitals, healthcare centers, children’s rehabilitation centers, or private health clinics.Your work will be split into three main areas:
Observation
Shadow doctors, nurses, and other medical staff during their ...
Typical day
A typical day in Peru will start with you travelling to work bright and early. Once there, your role will be mainly observational, so you will spend the majority of your time watching skilled doctors and medical staff at work.
See how staff clean wounds, put in stitches, give injections, treat ...
Free-time activities
Peru is a vibrant country with a mix of activities for every kind of volunteer. Whether you’re into arts, culture, history, or nature, there’s sure to be something for you!
One of the biggest attractions of Peru is the Inca history. There are awe-inspiring archaeological sites like Coricancha, ...
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
You’ll fly into Peru at the Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco (CUZ).
Our friendly and dedicated staff in Peru will be at the airport when you arrive. They will have clear Projects Abroad signage. If you land in Cusco, your first stop from the airport is our Projects Abroad office in Cusco. Here, you will have your induction before being taken to your host family.
We cover the cost of all transfers to and from each airport.
Program fees
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