The Medical project in Vietnam provides skilled medical professionals and students with the chance to experience a new culture and working environment, while learning and developing their specialized medical knowledge. Volunteers get the chance to gain a greater understanding of differences between medical systems in developed and developing countries. Volunteers will be placed with a local doctor and/or nurse who will guide them in different tasks and activities at the placement. It is important to note that as a volunteer, you will not be allowed to partake in serious procedures. However, depending on the volunteer’s level of experience, they may observe operations, provide assistance in basic procedures and visit patients, before and after surgery as well as any other tasks offered or required by the local staff. While volunteers are always encouraged by local staff to see and learn as much as possible, the local staff are also very interested in gaining a better understanding of medical work in your country and learn about the similarities and differences. We work with two placements in Ho Chi Minh City where there are opportunities for volunteers to work in pediatrics, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy with children and adults who suffer from cerebral palsy, Down’s syndrome, congenital motor system deformity and other disabilities. There are also opportunities to work in other specialities within a very large hospital with highly skilled staff that speak English fluently.

Program Highlights

7 Great Reasons You Need To Volunteer With IVHQ:

* Most Affordable Fees - as the world leader in affordable volunteer travel, we're able to keep our fees low by working with local organizations to support meaningful community projects and local employment.

* Superior Support - your experienced IVHQ Program Manager, teamed with our local teams will ensure you feel supported every step of the way - from planning to volunteering.

* Responsible Projects - we're dedicated to ensuring that our projects are responsibly-run and have sustainable positive impacts that are supporting local needs.

* Online Training - as soon as you register on an IVHQ program, you will gain access to our interactive volunteer training to ensure you're well prepared for your program.

* Safety-First - volunteer safety is a top priority for IVHQ and we have clear standards for risk management on each program. You can feel confident that you are placed with trustworthy institutions, organizations and families that have been screened by our local teams.

* New Friendships - as an IVHQer, you'll always be in the company of friendly locals and like-minded volunteer travelers who will quickly become your life-long friends.

* Epic Weekend Adventures - you'll have your weekends free to explore with your new-found friends.