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Medical Volunteer Program in Peru - Cusco

Volunteers working in this program make a genuine contribution to staff working within Peru’s health clinics, medical centers and understand the healthcare system

Highlights

  • Medical Volunteer Abroad in Peru is an opportunity to understand the country’s healthcare system and make a difference to the lives of the locals
  • Work/Assist a professional doctor/nurse in local healthcare clinics
  • Responsibilities include suturing wounds, giving vaccinations, shadowing/observing doctors during operations, treatments, maintaining records
  • Immerse in Peruvian culture and way of life by staying with a local host family
  • Weekends are free to explore the country and visit the heritage sites of Peru
Programma des ehrenamtlichen Arztes in Peru – Cusco

Overview

Join the Medical & Healthcare Volunteer Program in Peru for a transformative experience that not only enriches the lives of others but also deepens your understanding of the country's healthcare system. As a volunteer, you'll play a crucial role in supporting local healthcare staff at clinics and medical centers that serve underprivileged communities in Cusco.

Your proactive approach and cultural adaptability are key to making a real impact. Engage with the local staff, ask questions, and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Cusco to enhance your experience. Depending on your medical background and Spanish proficiency, you may assist with various procedures, including suturing wounds, administering vaccinations, and taking patients' vital signs. You'll also be responsible for filling out essential forms and documentation to ensure smooth operations within the clinics.

This program is particularly suited for premed and medical students eager to gain hands-on clinical experience. As a volunteer, you'll work alongside professionals, assisting doctors and nurses while making a genuine contribution to the health of the community. Embrace this opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference!


Volunteer Work Schedule

Volunteer Work Schedule

  • Sunday -  Arrival in Cusco, Peru

  • Monday - An orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, informing the volunteers about relative topics such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestion over things to do in Peru.

  • Tue to Fri - Volunteer Work.

  • Weekends: Free to explore the city/ Head out for Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley etc.

  • Breakfast - 07:00 am to 08:00 am

  • Working hours at the placement - 09:00 am to 01:00 pm and 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm (The second shifts depends on the requirement at the placement)

  • Lunch - 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm

  • Dinner - 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm

The same volunteer work schedule continues from the second week onwards.

Note: Please note, the schedule may vary depending on the particular project the volunteer is participating in.


Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

As a volunteer, your primary role will be to shadow healthcare professionals and provide assistance wherever needed. Your specific responsibilities may include:

  • Depending on your skills and experience, you may have the opportunity to perform tasks such as suturing wounds, administering vaccinations, and assisting doctors during critical surgeries and operations.

  • Become actively involved in the daily routines of the clinic by participating in ward rounds, maintaining patient files, and conducting routine checkups, including measuring blood pressure and checking for fever.

  • Engage with patients to help provide comfort and support, making their healthcare experience as positive as possible.

  • Assist with filling out medical forms and maintaining accurate records to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Your involvement will be tailored to your expertise and proficiency in the Spanish language, making communication essential. Embrace this unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a meaningful environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of those in need!


Project Requirement

Project Requirement

Volunteers must be 18 years or older at the time of joining the project. Participants should have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference. Medical volunteers must provide a clean criminal background check report, CV as well as other documents pertaining to their qualifications prior to joining the program. Pre Medical, Medicine and Nursing students are welcome to join the program. Students must have an intermediate level of Spanish to join the program.

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Living

Living

When you choose to volunteer in Peru, just pack your bags and arrive at the destination with a relaxed mind. Our dedicated coordinator at the location arranges airport transfers, stay, meals and also weekend tours for you. All you have to do is arrive.

Airport Transfer

Volunteers are picked up from the Cusco Airport by the local coordinator or representative. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in Peru will be picked up at a meeting point decided beforehand or at the bus station.

Accommodation

Volunteers are provided with accommodation with local host families. By staying with a host family you will experience the local culture, customs and Peruvian way of living. Volunteers are hosted in shared bedrooms with other volunteers. Usually, there are 2 bathrooms in every host family with hot showers. Accommodations are clean and comfortable. Some houses have the WiFi connection and cable TV as well.

Orientation

A half day orientation will be provided by the local staff. Areas like culture, greetings, locations, transportation, safety, and volunteer placements are given during the orientation. The orientation will be given by the local staff in Peru.

Meals

Volunteers are provided with three cooked meals a day (Monday- Saturday) at the host family house. Meals vary from day to day and generally include soups, vegetable salad, rice, potatoes, juice, dessert etc. 

During your Free Time

Volunteers are free to visit and see places or do shopping during their free time. On the weekends most of the volunteers plan a trip to Sacred Valley or the world famous 'Macchu Picchu' - the lost city of Incas. In Cusco, you can walk around Plaza de Armas and explore the different restaurants and shopping areas.


Dates

Dates

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Costs

Duration
Program Fee
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1 Week $605
2 Weeks $755
3 Weeks $905
4 Weeks $1057
5 Weeks $1345
6 Weeks $1534
7 Weeks $1723
8 Weeks $1932
Extra Week $425

Please Note: An application fee of is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.

What are you Paying For?

  • 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff
  • Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
  • Airport Pickup from Cusco Airport
  • Orientation 
  • Accommodation in a homestay
  • Meals
  • Insurance (Provided at an extra cost)

What's NOT Included?

  • Airfare 
  • Visa and Visa extension fee 
  • Return airport drop and airport taxes
  • Local Transportation
  • Any personal expenses

FAQ's

Accommodation and Living

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