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Medical Internship Program with TWESA in Malawi

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The experience

We have several departments who would appreciate your help. you can choose to combine different departments at the same time.

• General medicine department
• Nursing and Mental Health department
• Accident and emergency department
• General surgery department
• Maternity and midwifery department
• Outpatient department (OPD)
• Dentistry department
• Optometry department
• Laboratory and research department
• Pediatric department


What you offer

18 hours of help per week

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 10 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Materials for volunteer activities

Description: Volunteers are asked to contribute $10 per day, which covers accommodation, breakfast and dinner, utilities, laundry, and security.


What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely


Requirements

Beginner English

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

This program offers volunteers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting while supporting local healthcare services. Participants work alongside qualified doctors and medical staff, assisting with patient care, consultations, and routine procedures.


Activities & Shift

Typical activities include accompanying doctors on ward rounds, taking patient histories, following up on cases to ensure correct medication is provided, and helping with diagnosis and general consultations. Volunteers may also observe medical procedures, assist with basic treatments such as changing bandages or providing first aid, and help monitor recovery by checking vital signs like blood pressure. In addition, there are opportunities to support hospital administration, record and organize health data, and assist patients attending both out-patient and in-patient care. This program is ideal for students, aspiring medical professionals, or volunteers with an interest in healthcare who wish to develop practical skills while making a meaningful contribution.


Rules

To ensure a safe, professional, and beneficial experience for both interns and host institutions, all medical interns and volunteers are expected to follow these guidelines:

1. Professional Conduct

Interns and volunteers must conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner at all times when interacting with patients, hospital staff, and community members.

2. Respect for Hospital Policies

Participants must strictly follow the rules, regulations, and protocols of the host hospital or health facility where they are placed.

3. Patient Confidentiality

All interns must respect patient privacy and confidentiality. Sharing patient information, photos, or medical details without permission is strictly prohibited.

4. Scope of Practice

Interns and volunteers must only perform tasks that are permitted by the supervising medical staff. Independent medical procedures are not allowed without proper supervision.

5. Attendance and Punctuality

Participants are expected to attend all assigned shifts and activities on time and notify supervisors in case of absence or emergencies.

6. Dress Code

Interns should maintain a professional appearance. Wearing appropriate medical attire such as scrubs or a lab coat may be required by the host facility.

7. Respect for Cultural and Community Values

Participants should respect local customs, traditions, and cultural values when working in the community.

8. Health and Safety

Interns must follow all safety procedures, including infection prevention measures such as hand hygiene and proper use of protective equipment.