Faculty, Advisors, and University Affiliations

Go-Elective Abroad

Faculty, Advisors, and University Affiliations

Are you a faculty member, study abroad advisor, or global health coordinator seeking international clinical opportunities for your students? At Go Elective, we specialize in creating impactful and ethical global health clinical experiences for physician assistants (PA) and medical students at all levels. From first-year students eager to explore the fundamentals of medicine to final-year students  and residents seeking advanced clinical exposure. Our programs are tailored to meet institutional goals while ensuring a safe, enriching, and professionally guided experience for students.


Why Choose Go-Elective for Faculty and Advisor-Led Program?

At Go Elective, we specialize in crafting international medical internships tailored to faculty and student needs. Our programs are designed to complement academic objectives, providing students with guided clinical exposure, cultural immersion, and ethical training. 

As a faculty member or advisor, you play a pivotal role in expanding your students' horizons. By partnering with Go Elective, you provide them with an unparalleled opportunity to gain guided exposure in diverse international healthcare settings while meeting academic and professional requirements.


Faculty Involvement and Support

Faculty representatives or advisors are welcome for a virtual meeting or in person visit to our destination sites to review placement facilities, accommodation, and program operations. These visits provide transparency and confidence in our program quality.

  • Customized Agreements: We collaborate with universities to establish clear partnership agreements, including Memorandums of Understanding and Affiliation Agreements.
  • Documentation Support: From confirming student placements to providing signed proof of clinical hours, we handle all documentation requirements to streamline administrative processes.


Program Setup and Timeline
  • In-Hospital Supervision: Students are guided by experienced healthcare professionals who monitor their progress and provide mentorship. Each participant receives a key supervisor to oversee their activities and offer constructive feedback.
  • Strict Ethical Compliance: We ensure that students engage only in activities appropriate for their level of training. Students are closely supervised and follow ethical guidelines to maintain patient safety and respect local practices.
  • Patient Safety: Strict protocols are followed to ensure safe and respectful patient interactions.
  • Flexible Start Dates: Programs run year-round, with flexible durations ranging from 2 to 8 weeks.
  • Comprehensive Pre-Departure Support: Students receive personalized guidance on visas, insurance, packing, and cultural expectations. Our MyTrip online planner ensures they are fully prepared before departure.
  • Seamless Post-Program Evaluations: We provide feedback forms, assessments, and certificates of completion, ensuring students meet academic credit requirements.

 


Our Destinations and Experiences

Our placements are available in diverse international settings, particularly  Kenya and Tanzania, two top East African destinations known for incredible wildlife. Despite their beauty, these regions face significant healthcare challenges, including unequal distribution, poor infrastructure, and strikes, especially affecting vulnerable populations in slums and rural areas. Students are free to choose from: 

  • Urban Hospitals: High-volume healthcare facilities providing diverse exposure to a wide range of medical specialties and departments.
  • Rural Clinics: Opportunities to work in resource-limited settings, enhancing problem-solving and resilience.
  • Community Health Programs: Involvement in public health initiatives such as vaccination drives and health education outreach.


Benefits of Partnering with Go Elective
  1. Comprehensive Support

We provide end-to-end support for students and faculty, from pre-departure planning to post-program evaluations:

  • Customized clinical placements aligned with your curriculum and accreditation requirements.
  • Assistance with university documentation, including affiliation agreements.
  • Assistance with visas, travel insurance, and cultural briefings and language guides.
  • Secure, catered accommodation with amenities like WiFi and housekeeping.
  • Supervisors are senior healthcare professionals fully qualified to guide students.
  • Support for internal assessments or integration with your institution’s evaluation frameworks, such as AAMC Core Competencies of ACGME guidelines.
  • Access to preceptors and supervisors to sign off on required documentation for students.

  1. Safety and Ethics Guaranteed

At Go Elective, safety and ethical standards are non-negotiable:

  • Students are closely supervised by qualified healthcare professionals and adhere to local and international ethical guidelines.
  • We strictly prohibit students from performing procedures beyond their training or what they are allowed to do in the USA, UK or home countries.
  • Our programs emphasize cultural competence, respect for patient safety, and alignment with global healthcare standards.

  1. Tailored and Diverse Experiences

Whether your students prefer focusing on a single department or rotating through various specialties, Go Elective offers:

  • Placements in urban hospitals, rural clinics, and community health centers.
  • Exposure to unique healthcare challenges, such as tropical diseases or resource-limited settings.
  • Opportunities to complement clinical learning with rural medicine experiences and cultural immersion activities.

  1. Flexible Program Options

Our programs operate year-round, accommodating students’ schedules and institutional timelines:

  • Programs range from 2 weeks to 8 weeks, with customization options for group or solo travel.
  • Students can explore specialties like surgery, pediatrics, internal medicine, and more.
  • Add-ons such as cultural excursions, safaris, or rural healthcare placements are available.
  1. Diverse Healthcare Experiences

Students can rotate through multiple departments or focus on a specific specialty. Placements often include:

  • General Medicine: Exposure to common and complex medical cases, enhancing diagnostic and patient care skills.
  • Surgery: Opportunities to observe and assist in surgical procedures, understanding pre- and post-operative care.
  • Pediatrics: Hands-on experience in managing pediatric illnesses and understanding child-specific healthcare needs.
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology: Involvement in prenatal care, deliveries, and gynecological procedures.
  • Tropical Medicine: Insight into diseases unique to resource-limited settings, such as malaria and tuberculosis.
  • Rural Medicine: First-hand exposure to healthcare delivery in underserved, rural areas, emphasizing adaptability and resourcefulness.


Academic Integration and Credit Earning

  1. Aligning with Core Competencies

Our placements are designed to help students develop competencies as outlined by AAMC and ACGME frameworks:

  • Service Orientation: Opportunities to engage in community outreach and patient care.
  • Cultural Competence: Working in diverse healthcare settings fosters understanding of global health disparities.
  • Clinical Skills: Hands-on shadowing, patient interaction, and exposure to a variety of cases.
  • Teamwork: Collaborating with local professionals and peers in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Critical Thinking: Exposure to resource-limited healthcare challenges encourages innovative problem-solving.

  1. Student Assessments

We welcome collaboration with institutions to align our evaluations with your academic requirements:

  • Supervisors provide detailed assessments covering patient interaction, clinical skills, professionalism, and more.
  • Students document their experiences in daily logs, case reports, and reflective essays.
  • Faculty-specific evaluation forms can be integrated into the program.


Why Partner with Go Elective?
  • Proven Expertise: Over a decade of experience in global health placements, partnering with universities worldwide.
  • Ethical Integrity: We prioritize patient safety and adhere to international healthcare standards.
  • Student-Centered Approach: Customized programs that align with academic goals while offering life-changing experiences.


Ready to Collaborate?

If you’re ready to expand your students’ learning opportunities and provide them with transformative global health experiences, Go Elective is here to help. Contact us or write as an email via hello@goelective.com today to discuss partnership opportunities and take the first step toward a rewarding collaboration.

Go Elective has successfully partnered with various institutions across the USA, offering the opportunity to connect you with them for a firsthand overview of our programs. We also provide options for co-branded initiatives and formalize collaborations through Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).

Let’s empower the next generation of healthcare professionals to make a global impact!

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Author: Go-Elective Abroad


Date Published: Dec 19, 2024


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