Interested in international medicine, need advice

[andy911]

Hey all,

So, I was wondering if anybody could give me some advice on medical schools that are great at preparing students for international/humanitarian work. I am currently in the process of finishing secondaries (I know, it's a little late ). I didn't take the MCAT until the end of August and submitted my AMCAS in early October. I applied to Columbia because a friend of mine told me that they have great international programs and was wondering if any of you could suggest any other schools that have good programs. I know the deadline's passed for many schools but Id still like to know. Thanks.

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[jochi1543]

Tulane has a good tropical med program, and Case Western also has one, in Papua New Guinea, I think. Also, at ANY school you can choose to do some international rotations through IFMSA.

 

[Dendrite]

I believe USF and UM provide some amazing opportunities for international medicine.

 

[mordounhas]

If you're really worried about humanitarian work, you'll probably want to keep your tuition fees down. Most schools allow you to spend a summer as well as a few elective rotations in other countries. The more student loan debt you have, the more time it will take you to fulfill that goal (unless you get some outside funding).

 

[McMD]

UMiami is well known for our international work.

As far as funding goes...you will be quite suprised how far donations and fundraising will take you. I didn't pay a single dollar when I went abroad because people were so incredibly generous with their donations, once they find out what you are doing, they are so excited to be involved.

Harvard also has a program in Haiti (along with UMiami) if you're looking for ivy league schools.