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Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMA
Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMA
by: International Medical Aid (IMA)
Join the ranks of forward-thinking healthcare professionals through International Medical Aid's (IMA) Physician Assistant and Pre-PA Internships. Our program, rooted in the educational standards of Johns Hopkins University, is designed to propel undergraduate students, PA school attendees, certified PAs, and high school students into the heart of global health care. IMA, a non-profit entity, exten...
Join the ranks of forward-thinking healthcare professionals through International Medical Aid's (IMA) Physician Assistant and Pre-PA Internships. Our program, rooted in the educational standards of Johns Hopkins University, is designed to propel undergraduate students, PA school attendees, certified PAs, and high school students into the heart of global health care. IMA, a non-profit entity, extends beyond traditional borders to bring essential medical aid and education to underserved regions in East Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. The internship, underscored by an ethics-based approach to care, enhances clinical skills and lets you explore the cultural and societal nuances of healthcare, facilitated by our seasoned mentors. IMA's commitment to improving global health while...
Program Highlights
Gain clinical experience in an immersive, structured hospital shadowing experience in the developing world by joining programs developed at Johns Hopkins.
Contribute meaningfully to the communities that we work with through our ongoing, socially responsible, and sustainable medical outreach programs.
Guarantee your safety and security, as our team takes into consideration various measures – 24/7 U.S.-based and in-country support as well as basic accident and travel insurance.
Have access to our admissions consulting services and distinguish your application to graduate schools by participating in our competitive healthcare internship.
Explore your host country through a range of weekend activities, including a safari trip, thanks to our partnerships with reputable guides.
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- Colombia
- Quito, Ecuador
- France
- Mombasa, Kenya
- Multiple Countries
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- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- AIDS
- Biological Research
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
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- All Nationalities
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Journey of Gratitude: From Lost Luggage to Lifelong Lessons in Kenya
by: Stefany Matute - United StatesProgram: Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMAI first started out losing my bags at the airport. Once I finally got them back, the staff was more than happy to pick up my bags twice for me. Javan and Teddy were awesome; I admired their upbeat attitudes every day. I'm grateful to Caroline, Vivian, Robert, and Benson for keeping us safe on every trek or community outreach. They also always were happy to give us any insights into the culture we were exposed to. The food was great; Joshua, Sharon, and Katherine always cooked us authentic Kenyan...
Beyond the Hospital Walls: Embracing Culture, Connection, and Compassion in Kenya
by: Kesanet Mahray - United StatesProgram: Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMAKenya was a truly eye-opening and valuable experience for me. Being at Coast General wasn't the only part of the experience. I formed lasting relationships with the patients, the IMA staff, and the other interns I met from all corners of the world. They were all key attributes in my wonderful experience here. I gained a lot of knowledge about Kenyan culture. The food is incredible, and the nation has such a deep history. I definitely felt at home throughout my stay at the residency thanks to the...
Perspectives on Healthcare: My Internship at the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital
by: Alisha Itty - United StatesProgram: Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMAOverall, I had a great experience; everyone in Kenya is incredibly welcoming, and I learned so much. I am grateful to the program mentors for being friendly and communicative; I enjoyed all my conversations with Margaret, Benson, Bella, Robert, Carol, and Vivan. It was nice to learn the differences between Kenya and America, along with seeing so many similarities to India. The residence staff and cooks were kind, and I appreciated the morning chai they would make upon request. I particularly enj...
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Locations
- Colombia
- Quito, Ecuador
- France
- Mombasa, Kenya
Types & Subjects
- AIDS
- Biological Research
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-3 Months
- 2-4 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- Some high school, no diploma
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Transcript
- Resume
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Erica Collins
Participated in 2021
Erica Collins is a masters student at Texas A&M University planning to graduate in 2022. She received her Bachelor degree in Physiology from the Unive...
Erica Collins
Participated in 2021
The story of my inspiration to intern abroad in Kenya begins back in 2016. I was a freshman in college and knew I was interested in international medicine and healthcare but was not sure exactly what a career in international healthcare looked like. At the time, I was designing a class project that was meant to bring attention to the health disparities that exist in Cameroon, Africa. Following this project, I had the honor of being invited to spend the summer in a small town in Banyo, Cameroon.
Erin Braxton
Participated in 2021
Erin is a pre-physician assistant student at the Pennsylvania College of Technology. He will be starting the professional phase of the program this fa...
Erin Braxton
Participated in 2021
I’ve always known I wanted to spend time abroad learning medicine – whether it would end up being a semester abroad, a medical mission, or something else, I couldn’t have predicted. It wasn’t until about a year ago when I started doing research on maternal mortality rates across the world that I really narrowed the scope of where I wanted to be and why.
Makayla Baker
Participated in 2021
Makayla Baker is a college Junior studying Biomedical Science at Eastern Kentucky University. She will graduate in 2023 and hopes to go to physician a...
Makayla Baker
Participated in 2021
My biggest inspiration to go abroad is dedicated to my desire to absorb new knowledge whether it was culturally or academically. I was so excited to have a new cultural experience but I never knew it would pay off as it did. Not only was my interest in other cultures driving my desire to go abroad, but I also wanted to see personal growth in myself.
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