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Health and Medical Opportunities in Nicaragua

Name: Health and Medical Opportunities in Nicaragua
Brand: International Service Learning
SKU: 63374
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

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Location

Nicaragua
- Managua

Project Types

Service Learning Health Medical

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Program Details

Language

English

Timeframe

Year Round

Housing

Hotel

Pricing

Starting Price

1695

Price Details

Price includes a customized itinerary and pre-travel planning, airport pick up/drop off, lodging, ground transportation, 2 meals per day, 24/7 ISL staff accompaniment, local medical professionals, learning seminars and project supplies.

What's Included

Accommodation Airport Transfers Some Activities Some Meals Transportation Wifi

What's Not Included

Airfare

Last Updated: May 03, 2017

Last Reviewed: Apr 21, 2018

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About Program

Assist in providing community and medical services to those in need while gaining global health experience and immersing yourself in a new culture!

Volunteers perform house clinics, community health surveys, village triage, and clinics in different areas based on local needs. Second only to Haiti, Nicaragua is one of the poorest nations in Latin America. Our ISL medical, dental, public health, nursing, and veterinary teams arrive in Managua for orientation and seminars in tropical medicine, taking vital signs, pharmacology, house clinic-community triage, clinic organization, and medical Spanish, as well as an overview of the history and socioeconomics of Nicaragua.

ISL Programs in Nicaragua:
- Global Health
- Dental
- Nursing
- Veterinary
- Community Enrichment

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Program Highlights

ISL has over 20 years of experience providing volunteers opportunities in 12 different countries
Our programs are always coordinated by our in-country employees, who are locals and know the area and culture well
We work under the direction of the local government Ministries of Health, and students are only involved to the extent that these officials approve
We treat acute conditions only and maintain contact with, and in most cases, re-visit work sites again and again to ensure a lasting relationship

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I went to Managua, Nicaragua to deliver medical care to people in need, and my experience was amazing. I plan to be a physician assistant some day soon and this experience helped me get hands on experience that will be important to me for the rest of my life. My group leader was incredible and I felt safe the entire time. Not only did we work hard, but ISL helped make the experience fun too by adding in cultural lessons and sight-seeing!

What would you improve about this program?

I honestly have no complaints...

Response from International Service Learning

We're so glad you had such a rewarding experience with us, Kaitlyn! Thanks for sharing!

By International Service Learning on May 1, 2018

My overall experience was wonderful. I loved getting to help as much as I could in such a short amount of time. I feel like everything ran very smoothly and allowed for learning as well as volunteering and recreation. I think all of the ISL staff was extremely helpful! Everyone was so kind and willing to help in any way possible. The doctors that accompanied us were also wonderful as well! I would most definitely recommend this to other students interested in international healthcare and volunteer work.

Omar Gradiz was the first and last person in Nicaragua that I saw. I truly believe that if it wasn't for Omar, this trip would have been a lot different. Right away, Omar made me feel very comfortable and safe. There were only 3 people in our mission group, so we each got to know Omar pretty well. He was funny, happy, patient, kind, and just a very good-hearted person. I asked him if he missed his family, because I hadn't realized that he was going to be away from his home for long, too. When he thought of them you could just see the happiness and longing for them in his eyes. But he simply replied "I've got to pay the bills," and that was all. He was so hard working and would stay up late and always ask if we needed anything at all. I believe Omar is a blessing to my life. He helped me through this meaningful experience with no complaints and a smile on his face. I'm sure he gets bored or wants his friends and family but he never once complained and always put us and our needs first. I got to see some amazing, eye-opening things this January, and I will always be thankful for my trip to Nicaragua and Omar Gradiz.

What would you improve about this program?

I think the program could be improved by having more small groups like ours. I felt that I made more personal connections and had a more meaningful experience because of this.

Questions & Answers

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

What is your favorite travel memory?

In May 2004, I was invited to translate for a Valparaiso team. All of the memories of that team were so good thanks to the kind and proactive people that volunteered.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

Having the opportunity to serve along these teams over the past several years, has been a life changing experience. It has allowed me to grow as a person, putting love and passion into what we do to help others living in poor conditions. I have also been able to improve my English skills greatly.

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What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

One of our volunteers had come to us with a lot of stress because of problems she was facing at home. She came to Nicaragua and met the reality that many young people do once they visit, and realized how difficult life can be. At the end of the tour, with tears in her eyes, she confessed to us that she had thought about committing suicide. Once the trip ended she realized how many things she had to be happy for and that once she found the joy of serving others, that the rest of her problems didn't seem so bad.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

It would be Belize. Belize is a nation near my country and its people have many needs I would appreciate serving. I would like to learn about their culture, language, and ways they do service.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

The passion for service that the entire Nicaragua staff puts into their work and how humble the people are that we serve make us unique. I am especially proud of my team when a group member becomes ill or is going through difficult times.

It's incredible to see the solidarity and love and support the team puts in to lift the spirits of their members.

When there are difficult situations with patient health, where we might not have the medicines, it's always amazing seeing the way the team comes together to come up with solutions for our patients in need.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

To make everyone work together as a team, we must all believe in the same mission and objectives.

About International Service Learning

International Service Learning (ISL) is a volunteer organization offering global health, education, and community enrichment opportunities in twelve different countries. Our mission is to support cultural awareness, service-based learning, and sustainable development projects through experiential and responsible travel. All of our programs are...