Global Health
Global health volunteering offers paediatric trainees an unparalleled opportunity to develop clinical skills, cultural competence, and a broader understanding of healthcare challenges. These experiences provide unique insights into international medicine, enhance professional capabilities, allow you to contribute meaningfully to underserved communities while fostering personal and professional growth.
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If you are thinking about getting involved in a paediatric global health programme, this page you will find information and resources to help you think about and plan the experience.
Please note the list of placements provided are neither exhaustive nor official recommendations from the WM SOP. Information provided is intended as a guide only. It is important to do your own research into any overseas placement you are considering.
NHS Global Fellowships
Part of the Global Health Unit in NHS England which aims to strengthen health systems and services in England and across the world through international exchanges. Opportunites to take part in research or quality improvement programmes internationally.
Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital, Malawi
Birmingham Children's Hospital has a longstanding partnership with Malawi. programme provides 6-12 months volunteer placements for clinical staff to live and work in Blantyre, Malawi.
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For more email bwc.malawi@nhs.net or contact Deepthi Jyotish
Love the One, India
Founded by two British Paediatricians, Love the One is a charity that provides medical care to children in rural areas where access to good health care is difficult as well as early education and nutritional programmes through their EPIC centres.
Short and Long term opportunities available.
Hopitaly Vaovao Mahafaly, Madagascar
The Good News Hospital is a Christian mission hospital in northern Madagscar that provides a wide range o surgical and medial care to the local population.
Short and Long term opportunities available
