Child Family Health International (CFHI): Amazon Community and Indigenous Health, Ecuador
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Learn about challenges in healthcare services for rural communities of the world, such as the town of Puyo on the border of the Amazon. Students will learn about the issues facing this region, including both cultural and socioeconomic elements li... read more
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There are two tracks available on this program, which students may choose between: Community Medicine and Indigenous Health. Both options include a week-long Spanish course as well as an introduction to the culture of Ecuador and hospital visits during an orientation in Quito. After orientation the program will move to Puyo.
Community Medicine Track: Students will explore the concept of community medicine, looking at the overall health of community members. Focusing on disease prevention and early disease diagnosis, this unique perspective of exploring healthcare will give participants the opportunity to see the realities of these services. Students will have direct experience working in campaigns for education and outreach in and around the Puyo area, as well as a participation in rotations.
Indigenous Health Track: Participants will get the chance to work with local indigenous groups to learn about the traditional methods and practices used by this community. Students will learn about ancestral healing practices and observe the interaction of allopathic and traditional medicine.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadInternship
Volunteer
Research
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Custom
- Short Term
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Health and Fitness
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
- Public Health
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Child Family Health International (CFHI) Scholarships
Child Family Health International is pleased to offer partial scholarships for select 2015 and 2016 program dates. Since 2007, we have provided CFHI Global Health Scholars with more than $100,000 in scholarship funding. CFHI is committed to working globally and addressing inequities. In line with this global lens, it is our policy to actively seek a diverse pool of candidates from a variety of backgrounds who are committed to the mission and vision of CFHI.
$500-$1000