Medical volunteer programs for students?

[Ladybug]

I'm tapping into the collective iMSN wisdom please share any programs you know about that offer volunteer (summer and/or two week holida/spring break visits) for high school students. TIA!

[Mrs. MD, Esq.]

I know in FL they have a volunteer diabetes camp...DH did it in college but I think it might be open to high schoolers as well. They basically help young diabetics learn t manage blood sugar, injections, etc.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

[spaz]

What about looking at short term medical missions... They will often let college students and sometimes high school students be involved in the process. Hubby has let them watch a procedure, scrub instruments, etc. Just a thought.

[moonlight]

The hospital in NC where DH did residency had a program set up for HS students that wanted to volunteer in the summer. They had to be approved by the HS, Hospital, and the department they wanted to volunteer.

[MrsC]

I'm sure you're looking for something in the US since it's for a high school student but this company has medical volunteer programs abroad http://www.amerispan.com
Most have a language component too.
I used to work there and can tell you a lot about them if you want more info.