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Medical Volunteer Program in Uganda

by: Cooperating Volunteers

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The medical volunteer program in Uganda is a comprehensive initiative covering various professional medical fields, offering students a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in diverse medical branches practiced in local hospitals. The primary goal of this volunteer program is to immerse participants in the day-to-day operations of hospitals and medical centers, providing a profound und...

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Program Highlights

Explore Diverse Medical Fields: Gain experience in various medical specialties, from nursing to gynecology.

Immerse in African Medicine: Experience Uganda's healthcare practices firsthand.

Tailored Tasks to Your Skills: Customized roles for all skill levels, from beginners to professionals.

Enhance Community Healthcare: Leverage your academic training in public health to support staff in record-keeping, vaccinations, and educational seminars, impacting community healthcare.

Collaborative Approach: Work side by side with local healthcare practitioners, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances your cross-cultural medical experience.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Fort Portal, Uganda
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Cost Per Week$600-900
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Medicine
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

2

Los días mas felices de mi vida

by: Jose ConchaProgram: Medical Volunteer Program in Uganda
10

Sin duda alguna, la mejor experiencia de mi vida, y todo gracias a Cooperating. Organizaron todo de manera perfecta, transportes, paseos, safaris, la vida en el proyecto, etc. Siempre atentos a que te encuentres cómodo en todo momento y exprimas al máximo la experiencia. Los coordinadores siempre dispuestos a todo y con la mejor de las caras. De ahora en adelante siempre será mi primera opción ante este tipo de viajes, ya que además de darme la oportunidad de participar en un proyecto precioso, ...

Volunteering and Hospital-Internship in Uganda

by: Irene V.Program: Medical Volunteer Program in Uganda
10

If the idea of volunteering has crossed your mind at some point, whether in your own country or abroad, my advice would be “don’t hesitate, and do it”. In January 2023 I made the decision to listen to that inner voice and go volunteer that June in Uganda for a month. I didn’t have many expectations about what could I find there, whether it would be long or short time, what my daily routine would be, or with whom I would share the experience… With an open mind and heart, willing to listen to my s...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Fort Portal, Uganda

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Medicine

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

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

Cost per week

$600-900

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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