medical volunteering in south & central america
a continent of fiery spirit & astounding landscapes
Medical volunteering in South and Central America is the perfect way to experience a new and exciting country on your gap year or career break. Whether you are working with HIV/AIDS or malaria patients in South and Central America or assisting in the delivery of high quality treatment in a different area of medicine, you have the opportunity to make a significant addition to the life and work of a hospital or clinic which will value and appreciate your contribution in a profession that, more than any other, values teamwork. Frontier's medical volunteering programs in South and Central America provide high quality work experience which is essential if you are planning to go into the medical profession.
Our medical volunteering internships need varying levels of previous experience before you travel in South and Central America, so always check before you apply!
Check out our medical volunteering expeditions in South and Central America and find out how you can get involved:
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Provide these underprivileged youngsters with mentorship and friendship and give them the support and positive direction they need and deserve, as well as enjoying this vibrant and magical city.
latest review ..."The first two weeks were spent volunteering in a school in the favela of Julio Ontoni, Rio de Jan..."
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The Americas
Activity:
Community
Duration:
4 weeks +
Project Code:
BZC
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Combat the inadequate levels of health education and awareness that are found in the deprived favelas of Brazil, a country bursting with excitement and effervescence.
latest review ..."I wanted to visit places and meet the people not as a tourist but from within the system. I lived..."
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Region:
The Americas
Activity:
Medical
Duration:
Flexible
Project Code:
BZH
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Help with the care and education of disabled and underprivileged children in Ecuador’s beautiful capital of Quito, high up in the Andes, including healthcare, workshops and games.
latest review ..."My experience was a very good and rewarding one. The children and staff were very fun to work wit..."
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Region:
The Americas
Activity:
Community
Duration:
2 week +
Project Code:
ECC
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Take part in the medicine and healthcare programme at the local hospital in Santa Elena, observing and assisting the doctors and nurses as they help the local community.
latest review ..."So basically I’ve had like the best time ever here!!! Three weeks flew by, I wish I could h..."
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Region:
The Americas
Activity:
Medical
Duration:
4 week +
Project Code:
VZH
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Provide children with a safe environment in which they can grow – work to keep them off the street, prevent them from dropping out of school, and give them hope.
latest review ..."I had always wanted to go to South America but I didn't just want to follow the typical touri..."
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Region:
The Americas
Activity:
Community
Duration:
2 weeks +
Project Code:
BCR
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Prepare for a career in medicine in this small but fascinating South American country. Assist with running a hospital or clinic, and explore the sights and sounds of Ecuador.
latest review ..."Upon completion of my degree in medicine I hope to go into a career as a medical aid worker. This..."
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Region:
The Americas
Activity:
Medical
Duration:
4 weeks +
Project Code:
ECM
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Help in assisting medical staff at a Honduran hospital or clinic and in turn support local communities, while gaining a valuable insight into the medical profession.
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Region:
The Americas
Activity:
Medical
Duration:
4 weeks +
Project Code:
HMP
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