International Medical Aid (IMA)
Why choose International Medical Aid (IMA)?
International Medical Aid (IMA) is a distinguished nonprofit organization standing at the forefront of global healthcare study-abroad endeavors. As the premier provider of pre-health programs, we offer unparalleled study abroad experiences and healthcare internship opportunities to students and professionals. With programs developed at Johns Hopkins University, IMA's commitment extends to deliveri...
International Medical Aid (IMA) is a distinguished nonprofit organization standing at the forefront of global healthcare study-abroad endeavors. As the premier provider of pre-health programs, we offer unparalleled study abroad experiences and healthcare internship opportunities to students and professionals. With programs developed at Johns Hopkins University, IMA's commitment extends to delivering essential healthcare services in underserved regions, spanning East Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. IMA programs align with the AAMC Core Competencies, focusing on developing critical thinking, communication, and cultural competence. Undergraduates, medical students, residents, and practicing professionals gain hands-on experience in medicine, nursing, mental health, dentistry, ph...
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Two Weeks, Lasting Impact: A Life-Changing Journey into Kenyan Healthcare and Culture
by: Rady Negatu - United StatesProgram: Dentistry/Pre-Dentistry Shadowing & Clinical ExperienceTravelling to Kenya for merely two weeks was not nearly enough to experience such an amazing culture and amazing people full of joy in their hearts. This trip opened my eyes to the challenges countries in Africa face when compared to other countries and what a blessing it is that a program is going above and beyond to give to those deserving yet underrserved. Even though I was there for a short time, I gained so much knowledge from compassionate an selfless doctors and hopefully have impacted th...
10/10 Experience: Unforgettable Support, Safety, and Cultural Discovery in Kenya
by: Aubriana Jenkins - United StatesProgram: Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMAI rated everything a 10 due to the overall experience being wonderful. I found the support and safety to be on point as I never felt unsafe while in Kenya. The accommodations within the residence were beyond excellent and the staff was so sweet and very appreciative. I could say the same with the additional accommodations when doing other treks. The food was amazing, I loved trying new things and wouldn’t change anything about the menu. Everything I had seen or experienced in Kenya was a wonderf...
Safe, Welcoming, and Perspective-Shifting: My Incredible Experience with IMA in Kenya
by: Keila Jellings - United StatesProgram: Global Health & Pre-Medicine Internships Abroad | IMAI was extremely impressed with how safe I felt throughout the program. Everyone working for IMA did a fantastic job making me feel very comfortable in a new country, and new continent. I couldn’t have asked for better food and hospitality services. The outreach programs were relevant and I was able to learn a lot from them. All the drivers and mentors were great and I was very comfortable asking questions that not only related to the program but also about Kenya as a country. Being able to see t...
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Sharon Kennison
Participated in 2015
Sharon has an associate’s degree in nursing and has spent about 30 years as an ER and medical surgery nurse. She currently lives in Missouri, with her...
Sharon Kennison
Participated in 2015
I originally went to Carrefour Haiti in 2012 on a mission trip. Once there, I was just utterly amazed at the living conditions of the people of the area. I remember riding along the highway from the airport, looking at the rubble that was still visible, and wondering how I would ever survive in such a place. We worked with the kids at a bible school, and the love for God that was evident was truly amazing. The smiles of the children, well they would almost have to be seen to be believed; the area touched my heart in ways that I had just never imagined, and I knew I had to go back someday.
Alicia Podwojniak
Participated in 2018
Alicia Podwojniak is from a small town in New Jersey. She attends the College of New Jersey as a Biology major, and her goal is to become a physician....
Alicia Podwojniak
Participated in 2018
Around winter break of last year, my friend asked if I would go with her on one of those overseas medical missions. In fact, going abroad for this purpose had not crossed my mind until she brought it up. I was not sure that I wanted to go, with the thought that everything I could do abroad I could also do at home. I was not really "inspired" to go abroad until I began doing my research.
Cassidy Welsh
Participated in 2018
Cassidy Welsh is from Newfoundland, Canada. She is currently in her last year of completing her Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biology at Memorial U...
Cassidy Welsh
Participated in 2018
I love to travel, so to be honest, that was my original inspiration. I was looking to get away for the summer but wanted to gain meaningful experience. I finally came across the idea of volunteering abroad and (even better) volunteering within my future field of interest. It was a win-win for me.
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