2023 at Ghana Medical Volunteers
from 700€
Ghana Medical Volunteers
Highlights
- 80% of PMGY volunteers are 17-22 years old
- A top destination for first-time looking for a secure & social experience
- Great opportunities to specialise in areas within a government hospital
- Structured weekend trips to Cape Coast & Mole National Park
- Embrace Ghanaian culture with drumming & dancing evening activities
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About the program
A fantastic opportunity to gain first-hand experience and insight into the Ghanaian health care system. Learn from local staff and get involved in supporting them.
Access to healthcare in Ghana has improved dramatically since the introduction of the National Health Insurance Act in 2003. However, the healthcare system in Ghana still faces a number of challenges, particularly in rural areas. The large majority of patients arrive due to illnesses related to poor ...
Typical day
Your level of hands-on involvement is dependent on your experience, duration of programme and willingness to get involved. The doctors will assess your capabilities and assign responsibilities accordingly. Those with little or no medical experience will assume a largely observational role. If you ...
Free-time activities
PMGY volunteers are based in a friendly neighbourhood of Ghana’s second city, Kumasi. The volunteer house is a 45-minute drive into Kumasi city centre, which is still dripping with Ashanti traditions and has some interesting sights.
Kumasi is still the heart of Ashanti country and the site of West ...
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Details on arrival
This program starts on the 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month
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