If you’re a premed, nursing, PA, public health, or healthcare-curious student, you’ve probably wondered:

• What does volunteering abroad actually look like?
• Is the experience meaningful and ethical?
• Will I get real clinical exposure or just shadowing?
• Do I need previous medical experience?
• Will...

At FIMRC Costa Rica, we believe that meaningful partnerships have the power to transform lives. This vision has taken a new step forward with the recent collaboration with the Universidad San Judas Tadeo (USJT), a partnership designed to strengthen community health and expand access to quality medic...

Every October 5th, Peru celebrates the Día de la Medicina Peruana, a day that honors not only the country’s healthcare professionals but also the remarkable courage of Daniel Alcides Carrión, the medical student whose selfless act forever changed the course of Peruvian medicine.

Born in Cerro de Pa...

For many, the holiday season means family gatherings, cozy traditions, and festive celebrations. But what if this year, you could give yourself the gift of impact—spending Christmas and New Year in another country, serving communities in need, and experiencing the warmth of a local family?

Through ...

Andrew Barrett is a Biological Sciences major at the University of California, Irvine, with aspirations of entering the medical profession. Driven by a desire to help those in need and connect with others pursuing similar goals, he joined FIMRC to gain hands-on experience in global health.

By: Andr...

Volunteering abroad is more than just travel—it’s about stepping into the heart of global health challenges and contributing to real solutions. At FIMRC, our Global Health Volunteer Program (GHVP) gives you the chance to take on meaningful roles across our sites in Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, and Uga...

Every August, Peru honors the essential role of nutritionist with the celebration of Día del Nutricionista Peruano. It’s more than a holiday; it’s a reminder of the vital work being done to fight against malnutrition and the importance of public health.

Malnutrition remains one of Peru’s most press...

Brodie, a second-year neuroscience student at the University of British Columbia, always dreamed of visiting Peru. With aspirations to specialize in pediatrics and a strong interest in global health, he joined FIMRC’s Global Health Volunteer Program (GHVP) in Huancayo, Peru—an experience that would ...

For medical students and pre-med students, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to global healthcare systems is invaluable. Volunteering abroad allows future healthcare professionals to develop clinical skills, understand health challenges in underserved communities, and contribute to meaningful...