Child Family Health International (CFHI): Hospital Medicine in Latin America
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Argentina, located in the southern cone of South America, is the second largest country in the region. It is famous for its European inspired cities, tourist sites and gastronomy. In 2001 Argentina experienced the worst economic collapse of its ... read more
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Argentina, located in the southern cone of South America, is the second largest country in the region. It is famous for its European inspired cities, tourist sites and gastronomy. In 2001 Argentina experienced the worst economic collapse of its history, yet since then, the country has been on a path to economic growth and social inclusion. Over the last several years, there has been a concerted effort to provide care to those without insurance through a decentralized network of primary and secondary clinics and hospitals. A huge shift in public health policy in Argentina during the last 10 years has meant more funds have been designated towards the public healthcare system, resulting in the increase of access, services and quality.
Experience the university town of Cordoba, the second largest city in Argentina. Learn about hospital medicine through rotations at some of the oldest and most renowned teaching hospitals in Latin America, such as the premier infectious disease hospital and the largest public pediatric hospital in the region. During your time in Cordoba, witness government efforts to provide care to a large percentage of the population without health insurance. Alongside local healthcare personnel, take part in focused physical exams, patient histories and daily hospital rounds. Join lectures and discussions on case studies with local residents and medical students. Rotate in specialties including infectious disease, HIV/AIDS, surgical care, oncology, dermatology, pediatrics and psychology.
Become immersed in Argentinian culture and language through conversational and medical Spanish classes while living with local students or families in Cordoba. CFHI participants may also organize weekend trips to destinations such as Villa Carlos Paz lake region, La Cumbre and other hill towns for hiking and outdoor activities. Within Cordoba city, enjoy the lively nightlife and vibrant cultural scene including museums, theaters and cafes.
Gain insight into Argentina’s health care system, which is the best example of a human rights model—the belief that access to health care is a human right, and should be provided free for those who can’t afford it.
Experience the university town of Cordoba, the second largest city in Argentina. Learn about hospital medicine through rotations at some of the oldest and most renowned teaching hospitals in Latin America, such as the premier infectious disease hospital and the largest public pediatric hospital in the region. During your time in Cordoba, witness government efforts to provide care to a large percentage of the population without health insurance. Alongside local healthcare personnel, take part in focused physical exams, patient histories and daily hospital rounds. Join lectures and discussions on case studies with local residents and medical students. Rotate in specialties including infectious disease, HIV/AIDS, surgical care, oncology, dermatology, pediatrics and psychology.
Become immersed in Argentinian culture and language through conversational and medical Spanish classes while living with local students or families in Cordoba. CFHI participants may also organize weekend trips to destinations such as Villa Carlos Paz lake region, La Cumbre and other hill towns for hiking and outdoor activities. Within Cordoba city, enjoy the lively nightlife and vibrant cultural scene including museums, theaters and cafes.
Gain insight into Argentina’s health care system, which is the best example of a human rights model—the belief that access to health care is a human right, and should be provided free for those who can’t afford it.
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Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Spring Break
- Custom
- Short Term
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- 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
Deadlines:
For those wanting to participate in a CFHI Global Health Education program from August-December, the application submission deadline is June 17. Scholarship recipients will be notified by July 17.
For participants aiming to go on a program between January-April, the application submission deadline is November 12. Scholarship recipients will be notified by December 10.
Guidelines/Requirements:
CFHI is committed to working globally and addressing inequities. In line with this global lens, it is the policy of CFHI to actively seek a diverse pool of candidates from a variety of backgrounds who are committed to the mission and vision of CFHI. Scholarships will be given to students who demonstrate a commitment to their communities as well as financial need and an interest in exchanging ideas and sharing experiences with people in Bolivia, Ecuador, India, Mexico and South Africa. Priority will be given to people of ethnicities under-represented in CFHI programs, as well as those who have had limited opportunity to travel abroad. All interested in attending a CFHI program during the specified program months/year and who are financially able to pay the remaining program fees along with their own airfare are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to those who apply for scholarship consideration as well as submit an application to a CFHI program online. Scholarship applicants wishing to attend any CFHI program in Latin America (Mexico, Bolivia, Ecuador) must meet the language eligibility requirements listed for that program.
Recipients of CFHI scholarships will be required to pay their own airfare, the balance of their CFHI program fees, and any personal expenses as outlined on the program description pages. Recipients must keep a clinical and cultural immersion journal to be used as part of their scholarship report submitted at the end of their program. They must take photographs while abroad that may be used on the CFHI website and in CFHI publications and materials.
Recipients may also be required to write an article about their experience for CFHI newsletters or other publications. They must also be willing to report their perspective on diversity in the host country with particular focus in medical and social contexts. CFHI will ask recipients to act as Campus Representatives or Alumni Ambassadors for prospective CFHI participants, and may be asked to attend study abroad fairs in their local area.
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