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Please note that Vida is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, meaning all program fees are considered charitable donations. These contributions directly fund our mission to provide free healthcare services to underserved communities in Central America. Your participation not only enriches your experience but also makes a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.

The total cost for this program is USD$2,370, and it included the following:

• Airport pick-up and drop-off.
• All ground transportation between sites.
• Accommodations
• 2 meals during clinic days and 1 meal during recreation days
• In-country orientation.
• Program Manual.
• CISI Insurance
• 24-hour staff assistance.
• All medicine, equipment, supplies, and professionals needed to successfully perform on clinic days.
• Evening group activities.
• All recreation activities listed in trip itinerary.
• Statement of Service Hours
• Certificate of Participation. (Letters of recommendation will be assessed on a case-by-case basis).

• Skillfully acquire knowledge of proper debridement techniques, understand the effective utilization of wound care products, and identify crucial examination findings.
• Proficiently complete the Clinical History sheet with accuracy.
• Conduct history-taking and physical examinations with precision.
• Enhance empathy through practical application of theoretical knowledge, fostering a deeper understanding of patient care.
• Deliver patient education effectively.
• Cultivate intercultural skills through real-life interactions.
• Deepen cultural understanding through direct engagement with patients.

Physicians will conduct an initial skill assessment and a midterm evaluation to track milestone achievements and learned skills, as well as identify areas requiring further practice. This process will establish goals for the final days of the program.

Physicians will take charge of directing every treatment and overseeing students at each station. The students’ responsibility lies in their commitment to achieving the learning goals as promptly as possible and to follow the general rules at all times.

Participants will dedicate clinic days to serving patients, focusing on mornings for clinical activities.

Working alongside local doctors and faculty members, students will be able to observe, learn, and actively participate in providing care to patients, including diabetic foot ulcers, trauma, and venous and arterial leg ulcers.

This collaborative effort facilitates the exchange of knowledge and expertise between local practitioners and program participants. As part of the program, participants will also have a chance to immerse themselves in the local culture of Guatemala. This cultural immersion provided valuable insights into the socio-cultural context of healthcare delivery and enhanced participants’ understanding of the community they served.

By experiencing the local customs, traditions, and daily life, participants gained a deeper appreciation for the diverse factors influencing healthcare access and outcomes.