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I was a Volunteer & I have assisted in several clinical rotations working one on one with several patients and in a group setting doing public healthcare
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I have been a participant of CFHI and am now one of their program guide´s in Oaxaca, Mexico. I am very impressed with all aspects of the organization as they are significantly improving the care of underserved communities in various manners, economically and healthcare to name a few. In addition to serving these communities, students are getting a great deal of clinical experience, learning the host language, broading their horizons by being in a foreign environment, and learning about different healthcare systems. All in all, CFHI provides a very enriching experience for its students and focusses on improving the quality of health care for communities that need it.
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- I've seen the results of this organization in... amongst the local community and the students involved. The host families are always thrilled to have students as we continue to improve their economic status and lifestyle. at a particular clinical sight, CRIT, the patients love having new faces around and help comfort the children during therapy. The students come out of this program with a different view of health and serving communities and have many stories to share.
- What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is... become part of a completely different community and enjoying it to the extent of feeling at home here. I have become close to the coordinators, medical professionals and several locals and feel as though I could come back and have a home here whenever I would like. The community is very friendly and welcoming and if you are proactive with them, you will get a lot in return, as I did.
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... enthusiastic, patient, loving and really made us feel comfortable in their country.
- If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could... expand its program sights to more countries, as there are hundreds of those in need and would love to have an organization like CFHI help out
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- My experience would have been better if... when I was a student of CFHI, I would have liked more public health experience or working in an area of psychology. Now that I am a guide, I know there are options available to participate in such clinics, however I was unaware of them at the time.
I was a Volunteer & Originally a participant, later a volunteer returning to the country to assist in the program's implementation
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CFHI offers its participants a unique experience. In its intent it seeks to educate med students, pre-meds, PAs, nursing students, etc. on aspects of global health, as well as provide a firsthand opportunity to be immersed in the medical world in a variety of countries. It is extremely informative and allows the participant the chance to see the medical field from the most basic of levels and in the ruralest of areas to the largest of cities and most modern and professional of hospitals. Participants have access to some of the world's best doctors. Moreover, participants have the autonomy and freedom to immerse themselves in the culture and atmosphere of their respective program countries, which allows for the most thorough exposure and enlightenment of another country's customs, culture, people, food, travel, etc. Furthermore, accomodations are top-notch, and the participants' individual comfort, health, and safety are well-looked after. Finally, the people who choose to participate come from a very diverse range of backgrounds and life experiences, which only further enriches the particpant's individual experience in country. If a genuine learing and enlightenment opportunity is what is sought, CFHI is a natural choice.
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- I've seen the results of this organization in... The satisfaction of participants at the end of their program, as well as the memories and stories that I have also been able to pass on.
- What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is... The learning opportunity-- not just as a student, but as a human being. This nonprofit offers its participants an overwhelming opportunity to see a side of living far-removed from that which they enjoy at home. Participation with this nonprofit affords one the chance to truly become an empathetic humanitarian.
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... Ever amiable, helpful, positive, and optimistic.
- If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could... Invest, expand, create an endowment, and send more and more much needed medical supplies worldwide.
Ways to make it better!
- My experience would have been better if... The programs better catered to students' specific, medical interests within the realm of their program choices. For instance, a greater interest in surgery would coincide with a program experience centered more around surgical aspects.
- If I ran this organization, I would... That is a difficult question. Medical supplies are already sent to the various countries, but more can always be done in order to provide as much assistance as possible, so I suppose I would work more towards that pursuit.
- In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are... Each country has its own idiosyncrasies and hierarchy for affecting change and progressing, expanding. The biggest challenge is in working towards that end.
- One thing I'd also say is that... As is true in all walks of life, you get back what you put in. CFHI gives its participants an amazing and unique chance to learn, grow, and change not only themselves, but those around them. If one chooses this nonprofit, he should not expect things to be handed to him and to just happen as described. Instead, he must go out and ensure that they do. The infrastructure is in place, but you have to be the one to get out of your comfort zone and jump in.