Volunteering in hospitals: A bridge between ambition and global aid
Unfortunately, medical care is not everywhere at the level that most people are used to in Europe. There is often a lack of financial resources, the necessary technical equipment, hygiene and personnel. Hospital volunteering offers an ideal opportunity for people who want to pursue a career in the healthcare sector. A medical internship abroad offers the ideal start to a medical career and at the same time opens up the opportunity to discover foreign cultures.
Embark on a journey to developing countries in regions like Asia and Africa, where a plethora of volunteer programs exist in hospitals in desperate need of additional medical assistance. The location of the medical facility can also be crucial - hospitals and doctor's offices in rural areas are often less equipped than in cities.
Gain practical experience: your medical commitment abroad
For many, this is an opportunity to apply and deepen their own medical knowledge and skills in a real-world environment. This can involve support in everyday clinical practice, participation in medical examinations or accompanying specialist staff in patient care.
If you may have just graduated from school, the medical volunteer service known as Voluntary social year (FSJ) abroad is an excellent opportunity to get involved socially after school and at the same time gain your first experiences in professional life. Participants in voluntary services often benefit from extensive support, including accommodation, food, insurance cover and, in some cases, pocket money. Or complete a section of yours Nursing internship in the most beautiful places in the world. We take care of organizing all the important details to make it easier for you to access your ideal nursing internship.
At RGV the medical support during the Internship abroad top priority. During your placement at our partner hospitals, you will be in daily contact with experienced medical staff who will give you insights into everyday working life. You don't need to worry about them Recognition of your internship to do in Germany. We attach great importance to the selection of our partner hospitals and guarantee that they meet all the requirements and criteria of the state examination offices (LPAs).
For medical students, doctors and healthcare professionals, working in a tropical clinic offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of specific medical conditions. Volunteers who work in such clinics are involved in areas such as patient care, medical research, health education and prevention of tropical-specific diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, cholera and many others.
More projects These projects could interest you
Tanzania & Zanzibar | Hospital & doctor's office
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 18 years
Sri Lanka | Hospital & doctor's office
from 4 - 24 weeks
from 18 years
Dominican Republic | Hospital & doctor's office
from 4 - 48 weeks
from 16 years
Volunteer in a hospital abroad: Your contribution to the global health initiative
Anyone who strives to gain international professional experience can choose from a variety of options medical volunteer programs or an internship in medicine, which relies on the support of future healthcare professionals worldwide to reduce the burden on local staff. Health promotion aims to give individuals more control over their own health and empower them to improve it.
Global engagement in medicine: How your volunteer work in hospitals strengthens healthcare systems worldwide
Medical volunteering in hospitals or doctor's offices abroad offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the medical field while making a valuable contribution to healthcare in communities that need additional support.
You can also volunteer in a hospital maternity ward, a specialized maternity clinic or a local health center. With an internship abroad or volunteering project in the obstetrics You can expand your knowledge in the health sector, especially about caring for mothers and newborns. We offer three different placements in Africa. Volunteer in the field of midwifery and Obstetrics in Ghana and gain valuable professional and intercultural knowledge.
Because of the many grievances and deficiencies in the health systems of some countries, volunteers who can lend a helping hand are a welcome source of support. With your volunteer work, you can contribute your medical expertise in a meaningful way, relieve the on-site staff and at the same time promote your personal growth.
A window on global health systems and intercultural competence
This volunteer assignment enables volunteers to gain insights into different healthcare systems, expand their skills in an international context and at the same time develop intercultural skills.
Depending on their qualifications and experience, volunteers can work in a variety of areas, from general patient care to more specific medical specialties.
In addition to the direct benefit for healthcare facilities and their patients, this type of volunteer work offers participants the opportunity to gain valuable personal and professional experience. You can gain new perspectives on global health issues, experience teamwork in a multicultural environment, and feel the satisfaction of making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Medical involvement in hospitals: qualifications and opportunities for volunteers
However, it is important to note that participation in medical volunteer work abroad requires careful preparation and often specific prior knowledge. Many sending organizations require their volunteers to provide proof of their healthcare training and experience to ensure that they can contribute effectively to medical care.
If you want to do volunteer work in a hospital or doctor's office, you will need previous knowledge. This could, for example, be completed training in a medical profession or ongoing or completed medical studies. If you have no prior medical knowledge but are still interested in working in this area, you are welcome to apply Internship where you can get a taste of the working methods and assist with smaller tasks.
A wide range of possible applications worldwide: Discover medical volunteer projects from the Caribbean to Asia
We have numerous opportunities in hospitals and doctor's offices where you can get involved as a volunteer. For example, travel with us to Southeast Asia and support the medical project in Sri Lanka. You get that Caribbean feeling when you volunteer as a medical volunteer in the Dominican Republic. We also have some medical projects in Africa, including in Tanzania, for example. If you would rather stay in Europe, volunteering in our medical project on Crete is an option.
Overall, volunteering in the medical field or volunteering abroad offers an enriching experience that not only promotes personal and professional development, but also has a profound positive impact on the communities in which the volunteers work.
Health as a cross-sectional task: The holistic approach of Health in All Policies
Health in All Policies (HiAP), translated as “health in all policies”, is an approach to public health policy that aims to promote the health and well-being of the population through integrative and cross-sectoral measures. Firstly, this includes enabling people to actively participate in shaping their immediate environment. Second, it aims to shape social conditions so that they make it easier for people to adopt health-promoting behaviors.
The approach emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination between different levels and sectors of government, agencies, NGOs, civil society and the private sector to shape health-promoting policies. HiAP aims to promote sustainable development, reduce social inequalities and ultimately improve the quality of life for all.
