Medical Electives


What’s Included in the Program Fees

Go Elective offers a comprehensive pre-health shadowing internship abroad package. 

We provide pre-trip support; airport transfers; 24/7 assistance; safe, spacious, and comfortable housing; private transport; chef-prepared meals tailored to personal dietary preferences; hospital fees; orientation; mentorship/training; weekly global health seminars in the residence; language lessons; recommendation letter/certificate of participation; volunteering opportunities as well as a chance to explore the destination, hike Mt. Kilimanjaro or go on a safari. 



Why Choose Go Elective?

In today’s interconnected world, gaining a global healthcare perspective is essential. International experiences enable cultural interaction, skill adaptation, and practical, hands-on learning beyond the classroom.

Besides, our medical elective programs abroad come with distinct advantages. Including:

Clinical Experience

Our program is thoughtfully crafted to provide medical residents with a truly unique experience. Picture yourself helping diagnose and treat conditions without the advanced laboratory services and equipment you're accustomed to in your home facilities.

In emerging economies, patients often postpone seeking treatment, leading to diseases or conditions reaching critical stages. These experiences will significantly deepen your medical knowledge and hone your clinical skills.

Professional Growth

Undertaking a residency elective abroad opens up a world of personal and professional growth opportunities including connecting with fellow medical students from around the world.

Safety and Support

Your well-being is our top priority. We ensure your safety with secure accommodations and provide 24/7 support through designated mentors and other staff.

GE Elective Programs Health & Safety


Our program residences are situated in the safest parts of the cities where we work. Each residence is in a gated community with security staff available all through. The accommodations might involve sharing a room with one other person depending on the number of participants at that particular time.

The residences are equipped with a TV, Wi-Fi, kitchen, dining area, and access to a swimming pool. Additionally, we offer private transportation in the destinations. 

Specialties Available

GE offers placements in a wide range of specialties including accidents and emergency, pediatrics, general surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, oncology, radiology, cardiology, psychiatry, tropical medicine, general medicine, orthopedics, respiratory medicine, trauma, intensive care, and laboratory work. You have the option to specialize or rotate in various departments.

Be aware that there is a limited number of openings for each department, so we recommend securing your spot as early as possible. We maintain a controlled number of students to uphold the quality of our clinical placements.

Scope, Task & Responsibilities of Medical Students in Internships Abroad

Preparing for Your Elective Abroad

Before embarking on your medical elective program, we recommend familiarizing yourself with your designated placement location. Learning about the language, climate, local customs, and culture will enrich your experience and help you adapt more easily. We will cover this in the pre-trip sessions.

Don't Leave Your Friends Behind!

Most applications are solo trips that then join other participants in the program. However, you are free to travel with a group of friends or classmates. Moreover, you have the option of extending your experience by inviting your family to join you for a memorable safari at the program's conclusion.

Note that there may be group discounts available for those who choose to travel with friends or classmates.



Other Placement Options


Besides healthcare, other work placement options available are Teaching, Community Development, Business Treks, HIV work, Orphanage Work, Agriculture, Environmental Protection, and more.

Our programs revolve around volunteering, studying abroad, career exploration, cultural immersion, language study, and gap year programs. Which can all be used for school credit.

Success Stories from Our Alumni Network

Go Elective surpassed my expectations. From the moment I arrived, the GE staff made me feel at ease. The shadowing experience I got from the rural clinics in Mombasa was incredible, allowing me to see things I don't think I would have seen anywhere else.

Kayla Foord, Premed Internship

Success Stories from Our Alumni Network

Working with a skilled surgeon was incredible, but the real highlight was the eye-opening experience at the Coast General Hospital. It humbled me and showed me the impact that the medical profession can have worldwide.

Matthew O'Donnell, Medical Elective

Go Elective surpassed my expectations. From the moment I arrived, the GE staff made me feel at ease. The shadowing experience I got from the rural clinics in Mombasa was incredible, allowing me to see things I don't think I would have seen anywhere else.

Kayla Foord, Premed Internship

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Go Elective offers immersive opportunities for medical students, pre-med undergraduates, residents, nursing practitioners, and PAs to gain guided invaluable experience in busy hospitals abroad. Discover the power of study, travel, and impact.