DonateMedical Elective Internship Placement in Ghana
Are you a medical elective student seeking an impactful and educational elective experience? Pro-Passion Projects offers an enriching medical internship program in Ghana tailored to meet your academic requirements and professional aspirations. Join a medical elective in Ghana at Korle-Bu and LEKMA. Observe hospital care and gain supervised hands-on outreach experience with trained coordinators.
What You Will Do
- Hospital Observation — Shadow doctors and nurses in wards such as internal medicine, pediatrics, maternity, or emergency (depending on department availability).
- Supervised Community Outreach — Support medical coordinators during rural and urban outreach programs.
- Clinical Tasks During Outreach — Check vitals (BP, weight, temperature, glucose), assist with basic wound cleaning/dressing, and help deliver health education on hygiene, nutrition, malaria, maternal & child health.
- Case Discussion & Learning — Ask questions, take notes, and reflect on daily cases with supervisors for learning purposes.
Where You Will Work
Medical elective interns are placed in reputable healthcare facilities in Accra, where they gain structured exposure to both hospital care and public health work:
- Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital — Observe medical practice in Ghana’s largest tertiary referral and teaching hospital, including specialist units and teaching rounds.
- LEKMA Hospital — A major government hospital serving urban communities, offering real-time exposure to outpatient, emergency, surgical, and maternal health units.
- Community Health Outreach Sites — Assist during supervised public health programs such as screenings, health talks, vaccination days, and maternal-child health campaigns when available.
All placements are arranged and supervised by Pro-Passion Projects to ensure ethical, safe, and educational participation.
Requirements & Who Can Apply
This Medical Elective Internship is designed for students seeking structured clinical exposure while respecting ethical guidelines in Ghanaian hospitals.
Eligible applicants include:
- Medical students (all levels — pre-clinical & clinical)
- Nursing and midwifery students
- Public health and global health students
- Recent graduates preparing for residency or advanced study
Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in or completed a health-related program
- Must follow hospital ethics and respect no-interference policy unless permitted
- Proof of travel health insurance
- Basic English communication skills
- Ability to adapt to new environments and follow supervision
What You Will Gain
- Clinical Exposure in Real Hospital Settings — observe doctors and nurses at a major West African referral center (Korle-Bu) and a busy urban hospital (LEKMA Polyclinic).
- Supervised Practical Experience — support outreach campaigns like BP checks, malaria screening, health education under guidance — without interfering in clinical decisions.
- Global Health Perspective — understand healthcare challenges and patient care systems in a developing-country context.
- Stronger Medical School Application — gain relevant experience for personal statements, CVs, and interviews.
- Cultural Immersion & Professional Confidence — live with a host family, engage with local communities, and grow in responsibility and adaptability.
Placement Details
- Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital — the largest referral and teaching hospital in Ghana where interns observe ward rounds, specialist clinics, and emergency cases.
- LEKMA Hospital (Polyclinic Level) — a busy urban public hospital offering exposure to outpatient care, maternity, immunization, and HIV/PMTCT services.
- Community Public Health Outreach — supervised participation in health screening, vaccination support, school health talks, and sanitation campaigns when scheduled.
- Medical Coordinator Oversight — all outreach activities are supervised to ensure ethics, safety, and educational value.
- Non-interference Clinical Policy — interns do not perform medical interventions but may support non-clinical tasks and structured observation.
Learning Outcomes & Experience
By the end of your Medical Elective in Ghana, you will:
- Observe real hospital cases in a low-resource clinical setting
- Understand how diagnosis and treatment decisions are made in practice
- Compare healthcare delivery between Ghana and your home country
- Gain exposure to maternal, child, and infectious disease care
- Participate in supervised outreach to learn public health in context
- Strengthen your CV and medical school/residency application with global experience
- Build cultural competence and confidence in a hospital environment
Supervision & Ethical Standards
All elective students are supervised by licensed medical professionals and a designated hospital mentor. You will not perform clinical procedures but will observe and assist only within ethical and approved boundaries. Practical outreach work is done under the guidance of our Medical Coordinator and local nurses to ensure responsible participation in community settings.
This structure ensures:
- Patient safety is never compromised
- Interns do not replace local staff
- Learning is supervised and structured
- Activities align with hospital and Ministry of Health policies
- You gain legitimate experience for resumes and medical school applications
Program Overview
Our Medical Elective Placement provides students with a comprehensive immersion into the healthcare landscape of Ghana. As part of this program, participants will have the opportunity to observe medical practices at the prestigious Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, a leading healthcare institution in West Africa. Under the guidance of seasoned medical professionals, students will gain insights into various specialties including nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, mental health, and nutrition.
Safety and Support
At Pro-Passion Projects, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our volunteers. We have established robust health and safety policies to ensure a secure environment at placement sites, accommodations, and throughout Ghana.
Our team provides 24/7 support and assistance for any concerns or emergencies during the program.
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Elective medical internship at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions — Medical Elective Internship Ghana
1) Who is eligible to join the medical elective in Ghana?
This program is open to medical, nursing, midwifery, PA, and public health students who want clinical exposure abroad. Final-year students, residents, and recent graduates are also accepted.
2) Will I get hands-on experience or only observation?
In-hospital work is strictly observational in line with ethical and legal standards. Hands-on participation is allowed only during supervised community outreach led by Pro-Passion Projects medical coordinators.
3) Is this elective recognized by universities?
Yes. We provide official placement letters, supervisor endorsement, and completion certificates that students can submit to medical schools for elective approval depending on their university policy.
4) How safe is the program for international students?
Interns stay in vetted host accommodations with 24/7 staff support, airport pickup, local orientation, and guided transport. Hospitals are partnered and safe environments for international elective students.
5) What work will I do inside hospitals?
You will shadow doctors during ward rounds, outpatient consultations, emergency care observation, maternal and child health, and attend teaching sessions where available.
6) Are there outreach opportunities outside the hospital?
Yes. When scheduled, interns join supervised outreach such as health screening days, vaccination support, community education, and school health campaigns.
7) Do I need prior clinical experience to apply?
No prior experience is required. The medical elective is designed for students who want structured exposure before or during their medical training.
8) Can I use this for my residency or medical school application?
Yes. The program strengthens personal statements, global health resumes, and interviews by demonstrating international medical exposure and community service.
9) What is the duration of the program?
Placements range from 2 weeks to 12 weeks or longer depending on your academic schedule and elective requirements.
10) Are program fees required?
Yes. As a nonprofit hosting organization, Pro-Passion Projects charges program fees to cover accommodation, meals, staff support, outreach materials, airport pickup, and supervision.
Apply Now
To join the Medical Elective Placement in Ghana, visit our APPLY NOW page and submit your application.
Our Program Coordinator will contact you to confirm your placement, discuss your schedule, and prepare for your arrival in Ghana.
Start your medical journey at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital with Pro-Passion Projects — where global learning meets real community impact.
High School and Pre-Med Internship in Ghana
Are you a high school or pre-medical student aspiring to enter the healthcare field?
Gain early hands-on exposure through our High School & Pre-Med Medical Internships in Ghana | Pro-Passion Projects — a supervised program designed for future healthcare professionals.
You’ll observe hospital operations, join guided outreach, and explore medical ethics and teamwork under professional mentorship.
Medical internship at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital