Volunteer Abroad: Medical & Dental Professional Exchange in Kenya – Open to Global Students & Professionals. Gain hands-on clinical experience in tropical medicine, collaborate with local healthcare teams, and contribute to sustainable health initiatives with full guidance and licensing support.

Cheherma Foundation facilitates a structured clinical collaboration between international healthcare volunteers and Kenyan practitioners. This professional exchange offers hands-on clinical experience, skill development, and sustainable community impact through specialized programs in urban and rural healthcare settings.

Program Formats

Team-Based Clinical Initiatives

Collaborate on community health programs and mobile clinics:

• Conduct medical consultations, vital signs monitoring, and health screenings
• Perform dental procedures, including cleanings, fillings, and extractions
• Deliver public health education and preventive care sessions
• Work alongside local healthcare teams in community health projects

Individual Clinical Placements

Focused placements within established healthcare facilities:

• Gain exposure to tropical and infectious diseases
• Collaborate with licensed Kenyan medical officers and dentists
• Learn local treatment protocols and healthcare systems
• Develop practical clinical skills in resource-conscious settings

Professional Development Benefits

• Hands-on experience in tropical medicine and public health
• Cross-cultural clinical collaboration skills
• Professional certification and reference letters
• Temporary licensing support for qualified professionals
• Portfolio development with verifiable international experience

Daily Schedule

• Team Programs: 8:00 AM briefing; 9:00 AM–4:00 PM clinical operations; team debriefing
• Clinical Placements: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM at partner facilities with local healthcare teams
• Both formats include professional networking and cultural immersion opportunities

Qualifications

• Open to medical, dental, nursing, and public health students
• Pre-medical and pre-dental students
• Licensed healthcare professionals (MD, DDS, RN, DA, etc.)
• Healthcare graduates and residents
• No prior international experience required; comprehensive orientation and guidance provided

Program Inclusions

• Airport transfer and arrival coordination
• Safe, vetted accommodation
• Comprehensive clinical orientation
• 24/7 in-country professional support
• Pre-departure guidance
• Professional certification upon completion

Clinical Support & Licensing

• Students receive mentorship; licensed professionals practice with temporary Kenyan licensing support
• All clinical activities follow established safety protocols
• Guidance is provided according to experience and qualifications

Additional Opportunities

• Professional networking with Kenyan healthcare teams
• Cultural immersion and community engagement
• Optional safari experiences (additional cost)
• Professional reference letters available

Program Duration & Scheduling

• 1–4 week placements, flexible durations
• Year-round program with rolling admissions
• Flexible start dates to accommodate academic and professional schedules

Our Approach

Cheherma Foundation builds a model of global health collaboration where participants gain rare clinical experience, communities benefit from sustainable healthcare, and everyone learns through professional exchange and mutual respect.

Application Process: Applications are accepted year-round. Positions are filled on a rolling basis; 4–6 weeks advance notice is recommended for optimal placement coordination.

Note: Participants should bring professional attire and personal protective equipment. Specific supply recommendations are provided during pre-departure guidance.