GLOBAL HEALTH INITIATIVE

Calling all aspiring doctors, nurses, future public health professionals, or any teen passionate about making a difference! This program gives you the chance to learn how public health and poverty are closely linked through shadow learning and hands-on service. Follow medical professionals as they offer consultations in mobile clinics and medical facilities. Use your new medical Spanish while assisting doctors with patient triage, evaluations and pharmacy visits. Explore different specialties at both a public hospital and private clinic, and spend a day helping build a future rural clinic.

We all know that fun in the sun is essential to maintaining good health. Adventure is just what the doctor ordered! From its endless tropical coastline dotted with palm trees and jungle canopies to dramatic cliffs lining the shores, this island is yours to explore. Take a boat ride over the clear Caribbean Sea and discover delicate marine ecosystems as you snorkel. Visit the spectacular ecological park Laguna Dudu, where you’ll find mythic blue cenotes and a natural cave to swim in. Be sure to take time to enjoy the island’s nearby beaches, just a short walk from Home Base, for a true Caribbean experience.

Watch this unforgettable video as you prepare to shake up your ideas about health and community care on this exhilarating program! Delve into the distinctions between public health and medicine, and grasp how both are essential for community well-being. With guidance from local medical experts, embark on a journey to uncover the essence of being an island healthcare hero. Unveil the seven vital ingredients of human security and unravel the role of healthcare within this intricate tapestry. Roll up your sleeves for hands-on experience, tackling public health-oriented physical tasks and sanitation projects aimed at uplifting the lives of countless Dominicans facing poverty. Amidst these impactful endeavors, carve out time for thrilling adventures. Let the coastline, jungle, and vibrant Caribbean culture be your playground as you explore to your heart’s content!