Introduction
CFHI and UC Davis have teamed up to offer this new and specialized program that offers University of California students the opportunity to take UCD classes on transnational (US-Mexico) health issues and participate in internships in hospitals and clinics in Oaxaca, Mexico! Courses offered through this program are designed to provide students with cultural competencies that are crucial for effective health care professionals. This program is also designed to provide in-depth clinical experience that will not only lead to greater Spanish fluency, but also, greater awareness of the similarity and differences of medical practice in Mexico and United States and the implication of these issues on medical practice and treatment of the growing Mexican immigrant population in the United States.Oaxaca remains one of the richest states in the world - in history, culture, tradition, natural beauty, unexploited mineral deposits and other natural resources. It is also one of the poorest - in average income, in modern and efficient services of water, drainage and ... healthcare ...
In Oaxaca CFHI students can explore a different culture and way of life while learning about the region's healthcare system through clinical rotations. It is truly a crossroads where different cultures and healthcare practices intersect. Oaxaca City, one of the most unique cities in Mexico, is steeped in history, tradition, and the influences of a vibrant indigenous culture. Students will be immersed in the region's language and rich culture while learning about contemporary social issues facing the local population.
Oaxaca is one of the poorest states in Mexico, and many of its inhabitants, especially those of the large indigenous population in rural areas, have limited access to even rudimentary healthcare services. Participants will be exposed to various elements of Oaxacan healthcare: public and private, urban and rural.Read the Why CFHI bullet on the right side menu to find out more about the goals and objectives of CFHI programs as well as the service-learning concept. For quotes and stories from students who participated in the UC Davis Quarter Abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico, see the What Alumni Say section (right side menu) If you would like to speak to alumni of this program via email, please contact alumni@cfhi.org for more information.We look forward to having you join our grassroots work to build a global community in support of better healthcare for underserved communities!CFHI’s Social Networking Sites: Join our groups below for the latest updates on CFHI and to connect to CFHI participants and alumni.