Learn about the organization of the Philippines' mostly devolved health system and the different issues in providing appropriate healthcare in the context of its unique geography while witnessing its cultural diversity and natural beauty. Many remote, hard-to-reach islands, otherwise known as geographically isolated disadvantaged areas (GIDA), hospitals, and healthcare clinics strive to deliver quality health services despite the often inadequate infrastructure, investment, supplies, and personnel. Experience first-hand the daily healthcare challenges faced by “barangays” or villages, on remote islands in the provinces of Quezon, Lubang, and Romblon.

Visit premiere urban public and private health facilities in the capital city of Manila before the remote island immersion for a better appreciation of the dichotomies between public versus private and rural versus urban healthcare systems.  Meet local health professionals at the Department of Health and the WHO Western Pacific Regional Office Headquarters and enjoy cultural lectures and excursions led by CFHI's on-site partners.

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