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Medical Internship in Ghana

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The experience

A medical internship in Accra presents a unique opportunity to acquire international experience in the healthcare sector, engage with Ghana’s medical framework, and make a significant contribution to local communities.

What you offer

18 hours of help per week

Elderly Care: Assisting and spending time with the elderly.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 30 Per day

Fee pays for: Materials for volunteer activities and Donation to project

Description: Volunteers contribute $30 USD a day to cover expenses for : Accommodation in an air-conditioned room Breakfast and dinner, SIM cards that are to be handed over to the team after projects are completed Free wifi welcome package 24 hour guidance and support city tour and orientation administrative fees

What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

By participating in an internship within a vibrant healthcare setting, you will enhance your skills while gaining valuable insights into the healthcare challenges faced by a developing nation.

Highlights :

• Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Ghana while positively impacting the health of the local population by working in a public hospital or clinic.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to gain practical experience in a real-world setting.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape in a developing African nation.
• Connect with fellow travelers from around the globe who share a commitment to a common cause.
• This program is an excellent opportunity for students in midwifery, medicine, and nursing.
• Discover the capital city of Accra and explore other destinations such as Cape Coast and Kakum National Park.
• Participate in a medical internship in Ghana, where you will have the chance to work in public healthcare facilities that often face staffing shortages relative to patient demand.
• The Ghanaian government has been striving to enhance primary healthcare services, yet the large population presents ongoing challenges. In rural regions, modern healthcare facilities are scarce, leading many to rely on traditional African medicine or travel long distances for adequate medical care.

Your duties will vary based on your knowledge and skills. Medical students will primarily observe healthcare professionals and assist with daily operations. You will have the opportunity to work across various departments, including general medicine, emergency care, dentistry, eye clinics, pediatrics, and maternity services.

Activities & Shift

Interns play a supportive role in assisting nurses with patient care. The specific responsibilities assigned to interns may differ based on their qualifications and expertise. Additionally, interns have the option to select particular tasks that align with their knowledge and skills. The nature of the tasks is influenced by the specific department in which the intern is placed. Generally, interns engage in shadowing, observation, and basic assistance during their hospital assignments.

Patient Services/Care Areas:
• General Outpatient Department (O.P.D)
• Emergency Recovery/Casualty
• Dental Services
• Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
• Electrocardiogram (ECG) Clinic
• Eye Clinic
• Diabetic Clinic
• Child Welfare Clinic/Family Planning (CWC/FP)
• Laboratory Services
• Blood Bank
• Pharmacy
• X-Ray Services
• Public Health Services