mission trip

I have a bin of old laryngoscope handles and another bin of blades for my medical mission group. I need a sort algorithm. Has anyone done this before? I'm considering using a caliper to measure some dimensions to classify which blades and handles would be compatible. I believe that I'd find...

In the future if I’m able and do become a doctor I would really want to use my medical knowledge in third-world countries, such as Honduras or Guatemala. I was wondering what types of medical specialties are most needed for mission work and also if it is possible to get additional time off for...

Hello! This is my first post here and I made this account specifically to ask this question. Does anyone here have any experience with Medical volunteering trips abroad (non religious)? I am an EMT with IV certification and have found some organizations through google searches but I'm wondering...

Hi everyone! I was recently looking to participate in a mission trip, as I see that this is a wonderful way to provide complementary care for communities who may not otherwise have access to care. In my search I found one in-state mission, and one overseas mission. Unfortunately, both are...

Coming here because I feel like no one truly understands my dilemma and I am trying to find a solution. I am currently SENIOR at a state university graduating dec. 2017 Major/Minor: Biology/Chemistry Research Experience: Have done ecological research (and upcoming research in the Galapagos...

Going on two of these when I was naive and thought I could make a difference, I learned how pointless they are unless you go with the purpose to educate people rather than providing medical care, especially when you are not trained. I look at them as voluntourism/white savior complex trips. How...

The website has a link that says most of what you will pay for, but I wanted to share what I spent so others considering can get a general idea. Refundable deposit $1800 Required donation* $1800 600 glasses** $270 Flight (obviously varies) $2200 Visa application $100 Required insurance $110...

So I'm a senior in undergrad applying right after graduation to med school. I already went on a medical mission trip to Jamaica last spring break and I know they receive a lot of criticism on here for not being effective but I really loved it. It was the most hands on clinical experience I've...

I'm a senior in undergrad applying next cycle. Retaking my DAT in January and will be taking a full year of post-bacc science classes after I apply to dental schools. Wondering what my chances are next cycle and what I can do to improve. What should I aim for when I retake the DAT? And would my...