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Volunteer in a Community Health Clinic
Volunteer at a health clinic in the Philippines and help augment support to understaffed and underfunded health clinics in rural towns outside Tacloban City. This volunteer project is ideal for volunteers looking to experience the Philippines' healthcare industry or implement their professional medical skills in a rewarding environment. Rural Health Unit clinics serve as the only source of free...
Volunteer at a health clinic in the Philippines and help augment support to understaffed and underfunded health clinics in rural towns outside Tacloban City. This volunteer project is ideal for volunteers looking to experience the Philippines' healthcare industry or implement their professional medical skills in a rewarding environment. Rural Health Unit clinics serve as the only source of free healthcare for impoverished communities in rural towns around Tacloban City. It is at these clinics where one doctor and a handful of nurses have the sole responsibility of looking after a community of thousands of people while at the same time having only a limited number of resources at their disposal. Clinics benefit from volunteer medical professionals and students. Duties vary by qualific...
Program Highlights
Work at a rural health clinic alongside local medial professionals.
Gain incomparable hands-on experience with patients.
Travel to underserved communities and provide essential healthcare services.
Live with a local host family and take your learning to the next level.
Experience the joy, hospitality, and resiliency of the Filipino people!
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Quick Details
- Tacloban City, Philippines
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- Summer
- Dental
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Medicine
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- All Nationalities
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Rural Health Clinic - Pastrana
by: carter.brown44 - Grand RapidsProgram: Volunteer in a Community Health ClinicVolunteering with the healthcare team at a personal and community level was a great experience. From the moment I arrived I worked directly with patients. The majority of patients presented with low acuity ailments and many mother's brought their children in for weight and growth measurements. From wound care to vital signs, vaccinations to observing physician consultation, I was able to cover nearly all aspects of the small clinic. The staff allowed me to work under my own scope of practice, al...
Program Details
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Locations
- Tacloban City, Philippines
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Dental
- Health
- Health Care
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 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
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Online Application
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