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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...
ALAJUELITA, COSTA RICA -  At FIMRC Costa Rica, we are honored to work with local leaders whose lives reflect resilience, compassion, and the power of community-based healthcare. Among them is Dr. Andrés Jiménez, a dedicated physician whose journey from humble beginnings to medical leadership embodie...
ANCONCITO, ECUADOR — In the coastal community of Anconcito, a group of children gathers each week with one shared goal: to dream big, learn, and grow. Through FIMRC Ecuador’s Wonder Girls and Superman Boys Club, children aged 8 to 12 are discovering their potential while learning essential lessons a...
HUANCAYO, PERU - At FIMRC Peru, we believe that meaningful change begins with education, and few places reflect this better than Albergue Infantil El Rosario, one of our most inspiring community partners. Located in the vibrant city of Huancayo, this children’s home provides care, shelter, and hope ...
Kiana Parkins, a registered nurse and graduate student in public health, traveled from the U.S. to Ecuador seeking a hands-on understanding of global health. What she found in the coastal town of Anconcito was a life-changing lesson in resilience, community, and compassion.
“I came to Ecuador expec...
Every October 5th, Peru celebrates the DĂa de la Medicina Peruana, a day that honors not only the country’s healthcare professionals but also the remarkable courage of Daniel Alcides CarriĂłn, the medical student whose selfless act forever changed the course of Peruvian medicine.
Born in Cerro de Pa...
At FIMRC Costa Rica, we are privileged to witness stories that remind us why global health and community support matter. One of the most touching journeys we’ve been part of is that of the Gutiérrez Alvarado family, a story rooted in resilience, unconditional love, and the power of healthcare to cha...
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 ...
At just 17 years old, Akul Kuppannagari, a student from Phoenix Country Day School, made a birthday request that left a lasting mark on our hearts. Instead of gifts or parties, Akul chose to spend his birthday volunteering with FIMRC Costa Rica, dedicating his time and energy to serve vulnerable c...
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.
