International Elective

Scheduling International Electives

Drexel University College of Medicine medical students may arrange 4th year international elective clinical experiences.  Information on scheduling International Electives can be found by going to the Division of Clinical Education website "Scheduling International Electives - General Information"

Additional International Elective Links

• International Health Opportunities - AMSA International Health Opportunities Directory
• International Health Care Opportunities in Family Medicine
• Summer Medical Institute (Christian Missions)
• Himalayan Health Exchange
• Global Health Education Consotrium (GHEC)
• Global Medicine Network - The Global Medicine Network was created to establish personal and professional contacts among individuals and organizations working in international health and global medicine.
• Jewish Medical Ethics and Israel Experience
• FAIMER, the AAMC and the Global Health Education Consortium - International Opportunities in Medical Education
• Wilderness Medical Society - The Wilderness Medical Society is the premier international organization for professionals interested in the application of medicine in austere environments.

International Opportunities

The Office of Medical Student Research maintains a list of a wide range of international opportunities and funding resources:

• International Opportunities

Additional Useful Links:

• International Medical Volunteers Association
• Child Family Health International
• Global Medical Rescue Services - Wilderness, Expedition, & Remote Medicine, Rescue, & Survival
• The MAP International/Reader's Digest International Fellowship program (MAP- RDIF)
• International Healthcare Opportunities Clearinghouse - The International Healthcare Opportunities Clearinghouse web site is designed for health-care professionals and students who are interested in volunteer work with under served communities at home or abroad. Supporting information is available on health advisories, travel, culture, customs, and history. The site is an ongoing project maintained by the Lamar Soutter Medical Library, University of Massachusetts Medical School.
• International Health Database - AMA - This site lists agencies providing medical electives, mission trips, residency opportunities, and educational programs in international health.
• The International Volunteer Programs Association (IVPA) - An alliance of non-governmental organizations involved in international volunteer work and internship exchanges.